H22 outboard recommendations

[Bill]

Greetings and happy new year.I'm looking real hard at a 1983 fixed keel H22, close to making a deal. There is some question about the outboard. The boat either does not come with one or the one that comes with it is "inoperable". I have not yet chased down this issue with the current owner, but he has said that she will need a motor.So this brings up several questions...What is the recommended size and shaft length for an outboard for a H22? Does anyone have a recommendation for a good reliable motor (prefer used)?Can a new generation trolling motor (one of the monsters 24V or 36V motors with 100+ pounds thrust) push the boat around enough to be considered an alternative to an outboard? This might have significant advantages if it would work. BTW, I only intend to lake sail on Carlyle Lake near St. Louis. Not big water, but big enough to need help in dead winds and around the docks. I think it would also be a good idea to use a motor to help get back to the dock to avoid some of those pleasant midwest thunderstorms that seem to pop up in 15 minutes or so. ;-)Much thanks in advance,Bill

 

[David]

Motor

Bill, I just looked at my copy of the original H22 material I have and they recommend a 7.5 for this boat. I have a 7.5 long shaft Evinrude. Not sure about the trolling motors, but I bet the big ones would work for docking.David (sea monkeys)

 

[john]

outboard for 22'

I have a 23 footer with a 6hp evinrude. Long shaft is important. I also have a charger unit on mine that keeps my battery up. I have seen 22 footers with kickers as small a 4hp do just fine. My personal rule of thumb with outboards is to stay away from the older ones. Also, I would use a 2 cycle vs. 4cycle. The added weight of the 4 cycle engine can be a pain to lift up on the bracket. Just my feelings. All of the makes in my book are as good as another if cared for properly.

 

[Clyde]

Minimum horsepower for theoretical hull speed

The H22 has a displacement of 3,200 lbs and a LWL of 18'4" which means its theoretical hull speed will be approximately 5.7 knots. The minimum horsepower (Hp) needed to drive the H22 at it's theoretical hull speed is 4.62 Hp. One horsepower is 550 lbs/sec. The 100+ lbs thrust trolling motor will drive the boat around the marina docks if there isn't any winds or currents and if you aren't in any big hurry. You will need the long shaft to keep the prop from popping out of the water when you motor in any kind of waves.Fair WindsClyde

 

[Rick Webb]

5 or 6 HP Should be Fine

Check out these guys if you are going to buy a new one http://www.onlineoutboards.com/#Were it mine I'd be looking at the 20" shaft 6 HP with the optional alternator.