what engine to get??

ali_seton · 10 July 2006, 16:15

hi was looking ot get a 2.5-4m rib and i was wondering what size engine should i get with it?im going to hav a consol so no tiller steering and would i need power tilt?

thanks

Turbodiesel · 10 July 2006, 21:42

Hello,

It depends really on which boat you buy. You really need to be more specific as there is such a massive difference between a 2.5m boat and a 4m boat. Best to choose the size of the boat first and speak to the manufacturer and they will tell you the max and min size engines that will fit. It also depends alot on engine weight as well. Power trim/tilt is not available on all engines again it depends on what make of engine and engine size etc etc.

Tim M · 10 July 2006, 22:15

This has just been relisted on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/RIB-2006-3-8m-...QQcmdZViewItem

I love the look of it. Its a lot of money for something that small though unless its in perfect condition.

Edit: what is your budget?

ADS · 11 July 2006, 22:07

Are you in Highcliffe in Dorset? If so i may be able to give you a hand.

ali_seton · 12 July 2006, 17:16

highcliffe

Hugh Jardon · 12 July 2006, 20:17

get the most powerful, lightest you can for the boat that it will take, then you will have loads of fun

2 stroke on them is fine as they only use a snif of fuel and provide much more excitement than a 4 stroke on such a little boat in my opinion

stedj · 13 July 2006, 14:39

i have a an avon rover rib with a yam 9.9hp 2 st with prop gard 2 big adults she still planes lots of fun