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Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific
observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Fair Skies Doug King |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O? No SAILS!
DSK wrote:
Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. I grew up sailing for sport, and find that with a sailboat, one is already where one is going. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Quiet, doesn't pollute, a challenge to the senses & the intellect & the muscles all in one. Racing sailboats may be as silly & pointless as trying to throw or hit or kick a particular ball in a particular direction, but IMHO it's the most fun people can have with their clothes on. Fresh Breezes- Doug King |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
DSK wrote:
Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Are you not missing a most popular form of boat propulsion from your list? -- Skipper |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
Harry Krause wrote:
Skipper wrote: DSK wrote: Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Are you not missing a most popular form of boat propulsion from your list? -- Skipper Oars? My guess is he was talking about oars, OB, saildrive, sail and of course farting while holding onto an inner tube. -- Reggie ************************************************** ************* That's my story and I am sticking to it. ************************************************** ************* |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
"Shortwave Sportfishing" wrote in message ... On Wed, 25 Jan 2006 16:33:05 -0500, Harry Krause wrote: Skipper wrote: DSK wrote: Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Are you not missing a most popular form of boat propulsion from your list? Oars? rotflmao!!!! It could also be hot air in Skippy's case. ;-) |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
On Wed, 25 Jan 2006 16:15:13 -0500, DSK wrote:
Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Fair Skies Doug King For sure, if I ever buy another boat, I'll get an outboard. My 5.7L Mercruiser 'seems' to have more problems than I hear of from those with outboards, unless it's like a 1965 15hp Johnson. The outboard does not take up so much deck space as the engine cover on my I/O. I like the design of the Grady Seafarer 228 with the "Grady Drive Transom". It has as much fishing room as I need and lots of amenities to keep the wife happy. I'd like an engine where changing the oil was a big job and winterizing could be accomplished much more easily. But, I kind of like the idea that in a few years, when I need a new engine, I can get what I need for $5000, instead of $15000. -- John H ****************************************** ***** Have a Spectacular Day! ***** ****************************************** |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
DSK wrote: Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Fair Skies Doug King If the boat requires just one engine and outboards are available, that is the way to go. Otherwise twin inboards. |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another?
JimH wrote: If the boat requires just one engine and outboards are available, that is the way to go. Otherwise twin inboards. For smaller boats... say 25' for less? I happen to own a boat with a single diesel inboard, and find it very satisfactory especially for fuel economy. Maintenance is easier too. Some things I am surprised nobody has mentioned about outboards- they are targets for thieves.... they can be unclamped & carried to the shop for repairs, or winter storage; also ease of replacement is the best. DSK |
Propulsion: Outboard, inboard, I-O?
On Wed, 25 Jan 2006 17:06:43 -0500, JohnH wrote:
On Wed, 25 Jan 2006 16:15:13 -0500, DSK wrote: Here's a boating topic with room for general & specific observations, theory, opinion, fact, sea stories. Let's see it. Why would you choose one type of propulsion over another? Fair Skies Doug King For sure, if I ever buy another boat, I'll get an outboard. My 5.7L Mercruiser 'seems' to have more problems than I hear of from those with outboards, unless it's like a 1965 15hp Johnson. The outboard does not take up so much deck space as the engine cover on my I/O. I like the design of the Grady Seafarer 228 with the "Grady Drive Transom". It has as much fishing room as I need and lots of amenities to keep the wife happy. I'd like an engine where changing the oil was a big job and winterizing could be accomplished much more easily. But, I kind of like the idea that in a few years, when I need a new engine, I can get what I need for $5000, instead of $15000. Whoops, add 'not' just before 'a big job'! -- John H ****************************************** ***** Have a Spectacular Day! ***** ****************************************** |
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