More hp

[montara24d]

I have a 1996 30 HP evinrude Mod#E30TEEDE, this is an electric start, tiller unit. VERY happy with it, & it has proven to be a dependable work horse after many hours of use. Is there a way to get a few more HP from this motor without major changes? In no way do I want to compromise how dependable this motor is, more HP isn't that important. I don't remember the numbers off hand, but after trying a few, I do have the correct prop.
THANKS, JOHN

 

[tpenfield]

Re: More hp

Nitrous Oxide . . .

 

[wilde1j]

Re: More hp

If you need more HP, get a bigger motor.

 

[jmendoza]

Re: More hp

Use a rat tail file and widen the exhaust ports, fiberglass reeds, .015" shim under the reed stops. Typical mods for the APBA racers........

 

[boobie]

Re: More hp

If it's running good and you're happy with it " just leave a sleeping dog lay ".

 

[Haffiman]

Re: More hp

Right prop?
You may have the right prop to give you the RPM, but you may not have the right prop to give you the optimum performance. I used to run those engines on the 4-blades originally intended for the 3-cyl 25/35 engines. Might be difficult to find, but superb compared to the 'original' 3-blades.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: More hp

Always possible to "tune" a 2 stroke for more power but in an outboard application just not worth it. Best bet is a bigger motor.
Just my opinion though.

 

[montara24d]

Re: More hp

More HP was just a winter thought bouncing around in my head. I asked for advice & I got it, I think the best thing is just to leave this little gem alone. Thanks for all the response, considering that this outboard has NEVER let me down, I will follow the best advice of all "IF IT AIN'T BROKE DON'T FIX IT".
JOHN