Mercury 8.8

[Inkd]

I have a Mercury 8.8 short shaft, the motor runs well but seems to be a little under powered for my 18' John Boat. Would it help a little if I changed the prop? The motor is used and I do not know much about motors or props for that matter. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[JMichael]

Depending on what you're expecting or wanting for speed, I'd guess that you are way under powered for a boat that size and a prop change isn't going to make that much of a difference if any.

 

[DOBSONFLY]

JMichael » 07 Jun 2013, 06:15[/url]"]Depending on what you're expecting or wanting for speed, I'd guess that you are way under powered for a boat that size and a prop change isn't going to make that much of a difference if any.

I second that, I am running a Mercury Merc 60 - 6 HP on a 14' that empty weight is around 200lbs + me + motor and I can't plane out. It is a deep v and 60" wide. I am now working on cleaning up a 22 HP Merc to put on it. I have limited prop options for the 6 HP unit and it runs nice just wont get anywhere too quick.