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Repower Considerations - Added HP vs Added Weight
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<blockquote data-quote="LDUBS" data-source="post: 464029" data-attributes="member: 21536"><p>I know you are looking for a 60 HP, but thought I would share this in case it helps. I have a 50 HP four stroke on my 18' windshield boat (dry weight, no motor, is 750#). I can cruise along close to 30 MPH at a little over 3/4 throttle (power trim is a wonderful thing). I usually run a short distance and then troll for hours. I haven't accurately measured gaso consumption but typically get two top-offs out of my 5 gallon can. My boat is rated for up to a 60 HP. The original package included a 40, which I felt was kind of low for the boat. I opted to spend the extra $$ for an upgrade to the 50 HP. I'm pretty happy with the performance but wouldn't have walked away from a 60 HP, for sure. Anyway, I agree with the previous posts recommending going with the 60.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="LDUBS, post: 464029, member: 21536"] I know you are looking for a 60 HP, but thought I would share this in case it helps. I have a 50 HP four stroke on my 18' windshield boat (dry weight, no motor, is 750#). I can cruise along close to 30 MPH at a little over 3/4 throttle (power trim is a wonderful thing). I usually run a short distance and then troll for hours. I haven't accurately measured gaso consumption but typically get two top-offs out of my 5 gallon can. My boat is rated for up to a 60 HP. The original package included a 40, which I felt was kind of low for the boat. I opted to spend the extra $$ for an upgrade to the 50 HP. I'm pretty happy with the performance but wouldn't have walked away from a 60 HP, for sure. Anyway, I agree with the previous posts recommending going with the 60. [/QUOTE]
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