Mys Terry wrote:

On Tue, 23 May 2006 23:15:47 GMT, Dan Krueger
wrote:


Harry Krause wrote:

Reginald P. Smithers wrote:


Harry,
Since your current engine does the job without any problems, and your
current usage would never justify the expense of the new engine, why
would you consider buying a new engine ?



For a 4000-rpm, 30-mph cruise with a half load of fuel, and three or
four adults aboard. To get that 30 mph now, I have to run a little
higher than 4000 rpm. On calm days, I like to run at 30.

Is the 300 going to have the same block? If not, it will be heavier and
add even more to the load.

Bigger motors burn more fuel at all RPM's so how do you think you will
save $$?

Dan


I t can happen. In the 1970's, the Honda 750 motorcycle got better mileage than
the smaller 550.


Terry & Skipper, Clearlake Texas

Sure. And 2006 Ford F-150 will get about the same gas mileage with a
V-6 or a V-8 if the trucks are both empty. Boats are a bit different
but all that really matters is that Harry isn't trying to save gas money
so his response to Smither's questions is yet another mystery.