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Engine size on Mac 26

Posted By: Garry
Date: 4/23/09 9:42a.m.

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Hi,

I have just purchased a Mac 26 which has a 10 HP 2-stroke evinrude engine. I own a new 4 hp four stroke engine that i would rather use because it is more fuel efficient and cleaner.

Do you think that a 4hp 4-stroke would be sufficient? I am not much interested in speed and if I can make better than 4 knots with motor power i would be pleased. I do not Sail in current as a rule but that is a possibility - the inter-coastal is close to me.

thanks for any input,

garry

Messages In This Thread

 Engine size on Mac 26  -- Garry -- 4/23/09 9:42a.m.
try it! nothing to loose. -- MrBill_26D_fll -- 4/23/09 10:56a.m.
I has enough power for the job in fairly calm waters... -- Vick Vickery/Mac26S/Gulfport, MS -- 4/23/09 11:06a.m.
Oooops...should read "It has...". -- Vick Vickery/Mac26S/Gulfport, MS -- 4/23/09 11:08a.m.
The 4 hp will certainly push your boat -- Mike Coon 26S -- 4/23/09 11:19a.m.
26D -- dvideohd -- 4/23/09 1:52p.m.
Prop matters -- Eric 26d -- 4/23/09 5:22p.m.
My 2 HP Honda will make that 4 SB no problem -- Ken Cross (Mac 26D) Puget Sound -- 4/25/09 8:30p.m.


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