Boat Engines: Some Serious Considerations
Boat owners have a large number of choices before them when it comes to buying an engine. There are lots of items to consider, including the boat’s weight and the planned uses for your boat. (When calculating weight, be sure to also include the weight of passengers, cargo, and fuel, which can total hundreds of pounds.) If you build an engine with too much horsepower, it will drive up unnecessary fuel costs and possibly make the boat run faster than is safe. It should be noted, however, that too little horsepower is bad, too. The engine will run too hard and maintenance issues can multiply. Your boat’s manufacturer should list solid recommendations on horsepower, however.