Follow up ?

[lpkirby]

Ok on my last Post (What Do You Think). I am debating on buying this motor, My questions is..... I have a 1959 Lyman 17' which is rated up to 70hp. Since I have a brand new Transom can I put A 1975 115hp Johnson on it.. Just asking before I start the overhaul of my engine which will cost more than to buy this one.<br /><br />Thanks

 

[lpkirby]

Re: Follow up ?

My motor is a 1968 65 hp Evinrude sportfour.. And it does not run at this time..

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Follow up ?

Lyman,<br />The definitive answer is NO. It does'nt matter if the transom is new, you will be severely overloading the rating of the hull. Don't do it.

 

[NathanY]

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You said that the boat is rated for a 70? I believe that back then the 70 horse was a 3 Cylinder? and a 125 is a V-4 which way considerably more, which brings in the weight issue, I am totally against overpowering anything, but I still think that would be considered grossly overpowered and you may be fined, denied insurance and if something bad happens, even sued for negligance. Just my opinion though.

 

[lpkirby]

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ok guys thanks for all the comments.... Ijust hoped it would work. I am afraid rebuilding this 68 65hp will be over my head and expensive..<br /><br />Thanks