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Originally Posted by Leostaats
I'm sure its been answered a million times on the board but I didn't find anything exact, so I thank you in advance fro your responses and forwarded links.
So Ive been given 3 running 225 oceanpros from early 2000 which has led me to want to put twins on my 23 CUDDY, has anyone had any positive or negative experiences with this much weight. Ive read the boat is spec'd up to 500hp and while I'm not looking for more power or performance I am looking for the safety aspect of returning if one motor fails.
Thanks again
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Threee - for freee? For yer 23? Lucky dog! I'd be happy with 1 on my 21.
Yeah they were at some point rated for 500hp, originally 400 but the CG changed their rating formula cause they were bored... And 250s hit the market. keep in mind the biggest stuff in the late 70s was the 200 class 2.4 L and similar that weigh about 350 lbs.
I had a Seavette for a while that had pretty light twin '86 merc 2.4L chrome bores, with 225 carbies. it was allegedy clocked @ 68mph with radar gun.
Those motors are each nearly 100 lbs less than the Ocean Pro's.
Point is, the transom had taken a beating and the starboard gunnel and cap had begun cracking about a 6-8" in front of the transom. Former owner suggested torque might have been the culprit... they weren't counter-rotating - both righties. I don't know...
I think the bracket would alleviate some torque twist but 900lbs plus the backet 2+' back sounds awkward. Definitely want to to ante up for one of Hermcos Double wide flotie brackets,
I tend to lean to lighter solutions, and so I would be happier with a bigger modern single and a lot less weight. And paying for twice the fuel to go half the distance makes no sense to me.
Now a pair of those on Sandman's raceboat
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Good luck with you decision.