Does Speed Kill?

[Fl_Richard]

I am the happy owner of a 24'walkaround CC with twin 1995 Johnny 150's. At WOT and spinning around 5800-6000 turns it moves along nicely at 48-52 Mph. My question is does running at this speed for extended periods harm the engines? <br /><br />I live in Florida off the Gulf of Mexico and it's often calm and a 20-30 mile sprint is not out of the question. Is this OK?

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: Does Speed Kill?

perfectly perfect.<br /><br />thats what they were made to do

 

[rwidman]

Re: Does Speed Kill?

In my opinion, the engine will last longer if run at WOT only for brief periods. Normal operation should be at about 70% of WOT. A check with the manufacturer or the owner's manual would provide the most accurate information.

 

[cuzner]

Re: Does Speed Kill?

You will find you run alot more efficiently at lower rpm.could save you as much as 40% on fuel running at your boats sweet spot... probably somewhwere between3500-4000 rpm as far as your speed goes, just use common sense, 52 mph in 3 foot waves not a good idea.<br /><br /> Jim

 

[Moody Blue]

Re: Does Speed Kill?

"Does Speed Kill?"<br /><br />Nope, its usually the sudden stop that does it

 

[Realgun]

Re: Does Speed Kill?

SSSLLLLLLLLLuuuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrpppppppppppp that gas at WOT with 2 motors. Slow to about 3500 rpms and you and you wallet will be happier.