Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 40hp merc 4stroke on a classic 13?
Posted by macjr67 on 03/09/09 - 8:03 PM
#1
I am considering repowering a classic 13 (late 60s era) with a merc 40hp 4 stroke short shaft. The motor weighs 213lbs. Is this ok? It's a little heavy but it should be ok. I would appreciate your thoughts and thanks
Posted by chrepp on 03/10/09 - 6:01 AM
#2
If your transom is in good shape and you move some weight forward you should be ok. I'm more conservative and wouldn't put more than 180lbs on the back of mine. Read the comments on this previous topic.http://www.whalercentral.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=1104&highlight=weight+on+transom++13%26%2339%3B&pid=5009#post_5009
Posted by moose on 03/10/09 - 6:35 AM
#4
I didn't know there was a 4 stroke with a short shaft available. I put a 2 stroke on mine that weighs 208 lbs. and it sits a bit low sitting and if I stop too quickly I will get water over the transom, but other than that it does great.
Mike
Posted by los is 7 on 03/10/09 - 8:25 AM
#5
I have a 40hp on my 13'. It did sit low with that much weight on the transom. I have since moved the fuel and batt. fwd, now its perfect.