Been searching the internet for an outboard for my Avon R2.80 Rover Rib. Have seen mentioned people putting 40hp on these!? when its only rated for a 8hp (I was looking for a 10hp)
Question is... what kind of engine can be put on one of these!?
If it's rated for 8hp - then stick to that. If you go against the manufacturer recommended HP you'll invalidate your insurance, or worse endanger yourself and anyone onboard.
5-6 hp will be perfect, no more as it will sink!!!
You may have a choice of single or twin cylinders at 6hp. Get the twin - it will be a better engineered and smoother engine with more torque. Much quieter too. Only downside is slight increase in weight and separate fuel tank.
I had an 310 with 8hp on it a few year back - flew with just me & one other. Suffered with 4 up , but then thats only 2HP each + the boat ( mine was not light with the double floor, sperate tank etc ! 310 was rated up to 10 , but I decided that for an extra £400 on a new engine I could manage without the extra 2hp ! Stick with themax ( or just under) recommended & you cant go far wrong IMO
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