Changing from 50 to 20 HP
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Re: Changing from 50 to 20 HP
You definitely want the longer leg. Even with the 20 you will get some hobby horsing in big seas.
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Re: Changing from 50 to 20 HP
I have been looking at engines for my 26' Mark 1. Most of the owners had 9.9 outboards. I was thinking along those lines until I read this thread. The 20hp version of the Honda I was looking at is only 10 pounds heaver than the 9.9. I wonder if it's worth the extra pounds and weight to have the extra power? Any older boat owners want to weigh in?
Lou G.
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Re: Changing from 50 to 20 HP
Thanks much!vancouver wrote:You definitely want the longer leg. Even with the 20 you will get some hobby horsing in big seas.
Alex
West Lafayette, IN
2009 Telstar 28 Unicorn
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2009 Telstar 28 Unicorn
Sail #383 (hull?)
Member of Clinton Lake Sailing Association
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Re: Changing from 50 to 20 HP
I changed my 20hp Honda out for a 30hp Suzuki. I absolutely love it. Not much of a weight difference, but I get a little better push and a bit more speed. What I like about it most is that it is so quiet I can sometimes hardly hear it. In addition, the fuel efficiency is impressive. The white engine looks good on this boat as well.
Steve & Mittie Wooden
Bayou Vista TX (Galveston)
"Gnarly's Poop Deck" Hull #340
Bayou Vista TX (Galveston)
"Gnarly's Poop Deck" Hull #340
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