From: John Managh johman@telus.net
Subject: Re-power with outboards
Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2005 01:06:58 -0600
Hi . I was wondering if anyone would care to comment on the use of
outboards on powercats. I am thinking of replacing my Isuzu/ Jacuzzi
jet units with something more efficient, not to mention quieter with
less vibration. The cat is of Aussie heritage 28' x 10'6" , and about
10000lbs of narrow hulled alloy. Apart from the cost of a pair of
mid-sized 4-strokes there is also new mounting brackets ( outboard
wells ?) to be fabricated for the transom of each hull, making this
an exspensive venture.
Money issues aside , are there any safety/seaworthiness or other
reasons to avoid outboards on an offshore craft ?
Would also appreciate an educated guess as to the required hp to
achieve a cruise of 20kts and top of 35kts? Have access to a pair of
cheap Suzuki 140's , so am curious if they are up to the job.
Appreciate the Forum
TIA , tinsnips
From: John Managh <johman@telus.net>
Subject: Re-power with outboards
Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2005 01:06:58 -0600
Hi . I was wondering if anyone would care to comment on the use of
outboards on powercats. I am thinking of replacing my Isuzu/ Jacuzzi
jet units with something more efficient, not to mention quieter with
less vibration. The cat is of Aussie heritage 28' x 10'6" , and about
10000lbs of narrow hulled alloy. Apart from the cost of a pair of
mid-sized 4-strokes there is also new mounting brackets ( outboard
wells ?) to be fabricated for the transom of each hull, making this
an exspensive venture.
Money issues aside , are there any safety/seaworthiness or other
reasons to avoid outboards on an offshore craft ?
Would also appreciate an educated guess as to the required hp to
achieve a cruise of 20kts and top of 35kts? Have access to a pair of
cheap Suzuki 140's , so am curious if they are up to the job.
Appreciate the Forum
TIA , tinsnips
