Posted by Finfan203 on 05/26/18 - 12:43 PM
#1
I have a 28 SPL on it right now. Would really like to put a new motor with power trim on. Here is the question, what is the best motor to go with? Would like at least 25 hp, no greater than 40.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Posted by john v on 05/28/18 - 3:02 PM
#3
just installed a new Honda 40 power trim&tilt. runs about 35 mph and plenty of power goin on to plane. m 1972 13 sport had a 15'' transom s I used a aluminum adapter to make it a 20''. your boat is a 20'' transom so you don't have to adapt. if I remember your transom also has a flat spot were the motor bolts to, if your transom is rounded you will need to shim the gap on the sides. some use washers I made wood shims. the difference between the 30 and the 40 yes is weight but performance out of the hole and some top end speed you will find. I use my 13 for a lot of watersports so the 40 worked out for me, if just cruising on the lake is your thing I think the 30 should work fine