[Rhodes22-list] Outboard Motor

[Ron Lipton]

A 6 hp motor will move the boat at hull speed for most conditions. I had a 9.9 
 and switched to a 6. I am on Lake Michigan with no currents but occasional high seas. 

Ron

On May 2, 2012, at 7:22, Jim DeWaard <jdewaa01 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I know how Stan feels about motors, so I'll ask you all.
> I am wondering what hp is suitable and what is over kill. Also the weight
> that the electric lift can handle. I know a long shaft is needed but, 20"
> or 25" and a high thrust prop is helpful...any other pointers. Sof ar I am
> thinking a 9-10 hp 4 stroke with a 20" shaft. not sure of yhe make.
> 
> Jim
> Soon to be owner of 1995 recycled
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