correct speed

myles carey

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my 18 ft Wellcraft cc V-hull fiberglass w/evinrude140hp does about 35mph @5500 rpm.does that sound right? im a little new at this.
 

ob

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Re: correct speed

Depends on payload and what you are using as a speedometer.RPMs sound good.
 

myles carey

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Re: correct speed

ob no payload. just me. my garmin gps tells the speed. stock ss prop cupped.motor has great compression,runs nice,just been timed.
 

ob

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Re: correct speed

I'd say your good with no worries.35 mph aint bad.Many may boast higher speeds with the same set-up,but talk is cheap.
 

myles carey

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Re: correct speed

ob, I, I, captan!yes talk is cheap. i thought all was well.thanks for reconfirmation.<br /> myles
 
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