[Rhodes22-list] Do you have the UPP (Motorized engine lift)?

[Leland]

Paul,

I have the electric motor lift and a heavy 9.9 Mercury outboard.  The lift
is nothing more than an electric winch, so maintenance is almost
non-existent.  Due to the weight of my motor, I must keep the elevator track
well-lubed with silicon to ensure a smooth operation.  The only other
problem I've encountered is typical salt water corrosion--sometimes the
electrical connections need to be cleaned.  I recommend trying the manual
lift prior to purchasing the electric lift, just to see which one you like
better.

I get a lot of questions and comments at the marina about the unique
features of the Rhodes.  Most of them are about the electric motor lift,
probably because its unusual sound gets everyone's attention.  They think
I'm grinding coffee beans.

The 9.9 is definitely overkill.  An 8 hp might be a little overkill.  I
reach a max speed of about 7 knots with the throttle around 70%.  I find
that 5 knots is very quiet and doesn't excessively push the boat to
starboard.

Absolutely positively without question get the tiller-motor link.  It's not
a hassle and makes a world of difference.  I consider it one of the best
features on the boat.

Good luck!

Lee
1986 Rhodes22  At Ease
Crab Alley (Kent Island, MD)




Paul Krawitz wrote:
> 
> With a trip to Edenton behind me and a new boat on
> order, I'm debating about the UPP (Motorized engine
> lift) with the Honda 9.9HP engine.
> 
> If you have the Yamaha 9.9 HP engine with the pulley
> lift, have you found that acceptable? 
> 
> If you do not have the Yamaha 9.9 HP, do you recommend
> your current engine?
> 
> If you have the UPP (motorized engine lift), let me
> know what your experience has been with the
> following...
> 
> 1.  Is the steering linkage more of a bother to set
> up, or have you found it invaluable?
> 
> 2.  Have you required any repairs to the motorized
> lift? If so, has your local marina been able to handle
> that?
> 
> 3.  Yamaha no longer makes the 9.9HP engine combined
> with the tiller throttle. If pertinent, have you had
> any problems obtaining supplies?
> 
> Thanks guys.
> 
> Paul K
> 
> 
> 
> 
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