On Aug 27, 8:51*pm, Larry wrote:
*e#c wrote:
On Aug 27, 10:30 am, Chris *wrote:

I am going to try and save up about $1000, I'm not loaded so I can't
afford to much, but I have a old 1972 16ft Terry Bass. I like the
layout, but the engine isn't enough. It starts whenever I need it to
but it can only push the boat about 21mph (by myself) and 11mph (with
1 or more people). I think it has the original engine which is a 55HP
Chrysler engine. I mapped my usage and get about 1 mpg, so it sucks
the gas without the power. Should I take the boat in and have someone
work on the engine to get more power, maybe it's not working at all
power, and stay with the dependable engine. Or should I use the $1000
and try to go for a 85HP or so maybe 80's used motor? Boat rated for
85 max. The newer engine should have more power (just even if I
compared 55 from old to new), better gas mileage, but I run the risk
of it not being as dependable? What's your thoughts, should I upgrade
to a new more horsepower engine or update mine (which isn't a 100%
sure if you can get any more speed or gas mileage from the engine)?

Geese...my 155 HP Buick will push my old #2750 pound tub to 40
MPH....with 6 or 7 people in it. The hull must be waterlogged, or
there's something wrong with that motor, or prop, or, or, or......

That's pretty good. *How many packs of smokes do you have on board with
those losers? *If you cut your hair you could lose another 5# and go
even faster.

You have no idea what I look like lately...liar !

At least I have a boat.... you have.....zip....for brains as well.