Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Outrage 17 II : 150 hp or 115 hp

Posted by egly69 on 02/28/08 - 12:01 AM
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Many thanks to all.
Boston Whaler told me this:
"The maximum hp for the 1997 17' Outrage is 150 while the minimum requirement in order to plane satisfactorily with a light load is 90 hp.
The maximum recommended engine weight is 430 lbs (195 kg). Exceeding this weight may cause the boat to porpoise at mid-throttle, increase planing time and put interior floor scuppers under water.
If the original engine is still operating, you may want to place the weight difference (between the four stroke and the two stroke) towards the stern of the boat to see if it will effect the way that you use the boat."
So if I want to use a 4 stroke I can only any 115 hp or a suzuki 140 hp (186 kg/410 lb) but not a 150hp :(

Thanks again

egly