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Originally Posted by Tlew
I managed to get the prop from the previous owner, 17 x 17 3 blade. I now have a starting point.
So. I am really close to the engine decision. I believe it will be the PCM 409hp beast.
Prerequisites were, fast and clean. I really like the cooling system on the PCM. KISS theory!
I want to be able to "loaf" along at about 25 knots without a horrendous fuel burn, but have a little sumtin under the hood for when one of those pesky outboard fellas pull alongside.
Did i mention fast?
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power will have to be increased exponentionally to gain speed...
there's no way a 23 inboard will run with the go fast outboards,such as the contenders,yellowfins and jupiters - ain't gonna happen...
smart move:
repower with a new merc 5.7 horizon,use a 1.5:1 zf gear and be done with it
it's gonna prove to be reliable and incredibly fuel efficient
the boat will run a real good speed with that power - and the best part:
it's an easy install/set up
if you want to run with the fast outboard rigs - get one
trying to make that inboard run with them is going to be like finding bigfoot - a dream...