Engine size for water sports

[twintrades]

I have an old Sport Lido w/40horse that im repairing/ restoring
(money rules my life)

My question is will it pull a tuber Or skiier ? I have no clue as to what speed it goes.

 

[MikDee]

Re: Engine size for water sports

That depends, a tuber Yes, because you really don't wanna go over 20-25mph, or somebody could get hurt. A skier, now thats another story, it all depends on how big, heavy, and efficient, your boat is, if you're under 150lbs it would be fine, over that, not likely,,, and you may not be able to pull a slalom skier out of the water. A 60hp motor, or more, is probably what you would need for more then 3 people in the boat, and someone up to approx. 260lbs on ski's

 

[twintrades]

Re: Engine size for water sports

I dont have to worry about a slalom skier. No one i know is that coirdinated

Mostly ill pull tubers. I found an old pair of water skis That i have to refinish.
Thats what prompted the question.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: Engine size for water sports

Set up will be huge with that size motor. Make sure your motor height is correct and that it is trimmed for optimum performance. Weight distribution of any and all load carried is vital and then and only then consider changing the prop. See how it performs with the prop you have (rpm and speed) give out all the info you have gathered in the prop section and you will get some really expert advice for best performance for your needs.
Good luck and happy tubing and skiing.

 

[twintrades]

Re: Engine size for water sports

I cant wait to get it reg. Then its off to the lake and we will see what she can tow....

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: Engine size for water sports

I cant wait to get it reg. Then its off to the lake and we will see what she can tow....

Be sure to post how you go on. You have our interest now !!!!

 

[twintrades]

Re: Engine size for water sports

Its a 40 hp super sea king. 1963

Im gonna change the prop ( father said he regets putting the crappy bronze one on there)

I have the original one but have no idia about it.

As it is now with the bronze one it gos about 27 steady with a chop on the water. ( gps hand held)

Was going to change the prop and test it out but ran outa gas in the middle of the lake. Thank god i have a trolling motor

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: Engine size for water sports

Nothing worse than running out of gas !!!
No gauge ??? if not carry a spare can with enough to get you back from where you are going.
Try the original prop and see how it goes. It should have something on it telling you the diameter and pitch.