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On 8/29/10 7:04 PM, *e#c wrote:
On Aug 28, 4:15 am, wrote: wrote in message ... 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...... Is that the "tub" with the lovely Home Depot wood lettering.......real classy. I think it looks cool. I dont give one **** WHAT you think....hahahahahahaha I can imagine the name of your Boat...." Feminine Spray " "Aggravated"'s boat has the same name as Spud's boat: MR. SMEGMA |
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