80hp Merc needs Umph

[Dallenx]

Ok, I've been lurking around looking for info and now I'm going to have to just come right out and ask. <br /><br />I have a 1988 80hp 3cyl Merc that is stock with a 13/? prop and I'm looking for ideas on how to get more umph from her.<br /><br />The NEW engine is out of the question so let's not go there.<br /><br />She's hooked up to a 21' deep-v center console that the previous owner bought as a package deal.<br /><br />Does this engine have similar parts wtih the: 90, 100, etc?<br /><br />Share with me your vast knowledge on;<br /> Carbs,<br /> Jets & Needles,<br /> Heads,<br /> Coils (high output?),<br /> Prop swaps,<br /> ETC.<br /><br />I need to start my wish list.<br /><br />Thanks

 

[Kenny Bush]

Re: 80hp Merc needs Umph

I think you got all your gonna get out of that motor. You have a lot of boat to push and an 80hp seems a bit underpowered. The larger motors 90hp and higher go to a straight 6 or a v4/v6 settup. If you like the boat, I would sell the 80 and get a 150 to 200 minimum.