What Would 50 # of TQ and HP Gain Get Me?

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12-13-2012 | 09:34 PM

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mike tkach

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i would say 2 to 3 mph

12-13-2012 | 10:15 PM

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Jeff P31

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If you are already making 900 plus another 50 will not make a notable difference . just my .02

12-13-2012 | 10:16 PM

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The feeling of wanting even more!

12-14-2012 | 07:14 AM

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goebel1

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Originally Posted by mrfixxall

50 hp may get you broken rods and pistons

The motor was built to take way more power so thats not a problem. Just wish I bought a bigger Whipple lesson learn.

12-14-2012 | 09:17 AM

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So, what speed and props are you running now. I'll recalculate it.

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Originally Posted by goebel1

Boat is 4800# dry + 40 gal 244#, + heavy ass drive extra 100# and extra gear and bodies 500# =5644# about right.

12-14-2012 | 08:03 PM

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Thanks Bob

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