Minimum Hp for 23 CC??

[Bigshrimpin]

200hp is minimum. I'm running a merc 2.4L 200 blackmax and there's a pretty good difference (3+ gph more at cruise speed) b/w fuel burn on 2.4L (11'ish gph with a 2.4L 200 and the 15'ish gph 3.0L 225hp). Unless you use the boat everyday . . . trying to save a few $$$ on fuel is kinda pointless. If the motor runs good and it's paid for . . . an extra $50/trip in fuel will never eat into the $15,000 - $20,000+ price tag of a new 225/250 DI or Four stroke (plus cost of maintaining it).

[DonV]

You are correct Sir!!!! I thought about repowering to a new 250hp, then I did the math on how long it would take to pay myself back at $15k+ for a new engine. Even at $4.00 a gallon you can buy ALOT of gas for $15,000. If what I have goes "belly up".....that's a different story.

[eggsuckindog]

I agree on all points - the 200 would even have to work harder - my fuel use goes up quite a bit at 4000 vs 3600 even