Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Installing an additional 9.9 engine on a Montauk 190 2011

Posted by JRP on 01/13/18 - 5:38 AM
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Jackmuffin,

I can understand your reasoning. To a certain extent, it is a matter of personal peference and circumstances of use/operation. We've had some members add a small "kicker" engine for the same reasons as yours, and others who operate near hazardous waters (such as rapids or dams) or in remote areas who want a back-up/emergency engine "just in case."

In my case, I have an old 150 HP 2-stroke engine that is not very efficient and smokes a lot at idle/trolling speeds. I am considering adding a "kicker" for more efficient trolling, and as a back-up engine. (My boat is a 1992 19 Outrage II.)

The sale that West Marine is having this weekend on those Garelick brackets is a very good deal. They will ship to you overseas. They have 3-models for 4-stroke engines, 9-inch, 11-inch, and 15-inch lift. The 9-inch lift is only $125 on sale through January 15.

I am pretty sure the 9-inch or 11-inch lift is more than adequate for your Montauk 190. (The 15-inch lift is probably more appropriate for a sailboat using a long leg kicker engine.)