Before I go too far....

[Soundslikefun]

Before I go too far trying to milk more speed from my boat, what would you experienced folks guess I should get for speed from my 1964 Mercury 65 hp on a 1964 MFG Westfield (16') boat with 2 adults/2 children on board?

 

[Faztbullet]

Re: Before I go too far....

35-45mph depending on if enine has trim,boat is not water logged and motor is making close to its hp.

 

[Wingedwheel]

Re: Before I go too far....

Faztbullet, your being kind....

 

[guido469]

Re: Before I go too far....

Well ive got a 16ft alum with a 50horse and only get 30mph. if that helps

 

[Soundslikefun]

Re: Before I go too far....

Well ive got a 16ft alum with a 50horse and only get 30mph. if that helps

Right now I get 25mph and I am thinking that's just about all I can expect. Maybe it's time to stop tinkering and start enjoying my boat.

 

[mgjtkt]

Re: Before I go too far....

Look at the props forum if you are sure the engine is running OK. Wide open throttle (WOT) RPM is what you're looking for.