Comparative performance numbers
Wonder if there is any interest in a comparative performance numbers thread?
Just post your data...No responses. Ask each questions through pm...
Maybe something like this:
Year & Model
Motor yr Make Model HP
Prop Make, Model and material, Diameter and Pitch
Tabs or foil or not
Speed to stay on plane
Best cruise economy mpg/gph @ rpm w/mph
Speed rpm and mpg @ WOT
Personal hole shot satisfaction
Typical load no.riders, fuel, etc
Here's mine:
72 Seafari
83 Merc I-6 115 hp
Mercury Black Max (Al) 13.75" x15P
No tabs
16 mph to stay on plane
2.5 mpg @ 4200 rpm 28mph
1.9 mpg @ 5500 rpm 36 mph
excellent hole-shot
2 riders 40 gal., 22 gal. bait tank, tuna gear for 12 hr day.
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