Just bought a Hunter 22 and need an outboard. Does anyone know the recommended HP or and outboard and if it needs a long shaft? Thanks!
John
John
Hunter 22 recommended OUtboard hp?
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Most all 22 foot boats go with 7.5hp long shafts. Some get the 9.9, but I don't understand why. I sailed our Catalina 22 here on SF Bay with its currents and did just fine with our 7.5 Merc 2 stroke for years. Pushed the boat to hull speed. IMHO, 9.9 is overkill, have to deal with weight and concerns about transom strength.
Where do you sail the boat?
Where do you sail the boat?
thanks Stu
Thanks Stu. I also contacted one of the Hunter engineers, Eddie Breeden, who I've known a long time. He said a short shaft up to 10hp. As we sail on lakes with no tide or waves, I think a 5hp should do it. Thanks for coming back. All the best,
John
Thanks Stu. I also contacted one of the Hunter engineers, Eddie Breeden, who I've known a long time. He said a short shaft up to 10hp. As we sail on lakes with no tide or waves, I think a 5hp should do it. Thanks for coming back. All the best,
John
hp on a Hunter 22
A Hunter 22 weighs about a thousand lbs more than a catalina 22 the specs on hp for a older model Hunter 22 is 7 1/2 hp .The fact is my Hunter Transom was flexing with the 7 1/2 hp and it barely backed the boat up with little or no wind.I fixed the problem with Sea cast ,a product that's ben around for 30 yrs.Last spring I was caught in a squall and had no control over my boat,Ive got a 9.9 Suzuki 4 bladed prop 25'' shaft with power till and trim ,yes its heaver but is uses much less fuel than an old 2 stroke and it will back my boat at idol and when i need some power to control that 36oo lbs of boat Ive got it. the power trim is nice for and older person with back problems to push a button to raise your motor out of the water instead of fighting with your motor mount. The power you get from the much lager prop in over all diameter and 4 blades is well worth the extra 40lbs on the transom.when the winds would get up I couldn't even turn my boat with the older 7 1/2 mercury,the propeller was very small compared to the 2014 Suzuki. I ve completely rebult my 1983 Hunter sail boat this past year and its been fun to sail. The transom is completely solid now on my Hunter 22 1983 model.
A Hunter 22 weighs about a thousand lbs more than a catalina 22 the specs on hp for a older model Hunter 22 is 7 1/2 hp .The fact is my Hunter Transom was flexing with the 7 1/2 hp and it barely backed the boat up with little or no wind.I fixed the problem with Sea cast ,a product that's ben around for 30 yrs.Last spring I was caught in a squall and had no control over my boat,Ive got a 9.9 Suzuki 4 bladed prop 25'' shaft with power till and trim ,yes its heaver but is uses much less fuel than an old 2 stroke and it will back my boat at idol and when i need some power to control that 36oo lbs of boat Ive got it. the power trim is nice for and older person with back problems to push a button to raise your motor out of the water instead of fighting with your motor mount. The power you get from the much lager prop in over all diameter and 4 blades is well worth the extra 40lbs on the transom.when the winds would get up I couldn't even turn my boat with the older 7 1/2 mercury,the propeller was very small compared to the 2014 Suzuki. I ve completely rebult my 1983 Hunter sail boat this past year and its been fun to sail. The transom is completely solid now on my Hunter 22 1983 model.
Nice of Eddie to clue you in, BUT this is the FIRST time in 30 years I've heard of ANYBODY (who should know) recommending A SHORT SHAFT.
Odd.
As a former Hunter small boat dealer, no on the short shaft. There are three shaft sizes, 15-20-25 inch lengths. Stay the heck away from the short shaft because in any wave, it will come out of the water and you will not have water pick up for the cooling.
Going back after my last response, the largest motor I would recommend on the Hunter 22 is an 8 hp as that is plenty enough power. The 9.9 generally also the same block for the 15 in many cases for example Nissan/Tohatsu/Mercury which are the same engines built by Tohatsu is true and the only thing different is the carboration, is heavier and the extra power will be over kill as the 8 hp will bring the Hunter 22 to a point you will start plowing which you cannot go any faster as the bow will be raising up slowing you down.
I have a hunter 23 and a Honda 4 stroke 15hp long shaft. I sail in the gulf. It's just like having a motor boat. Excellent outboard.
I strongly suggest you reconsider a smaller engine vs that 15 hop.. That is way too much throttle that will damage the transom over time. Former dealer who repaired the 23 transoms. If you keep the motor, best that the load is distributed on that reverse transom and do not go over 8 hp max if you can figure that out sir.
Journey;
Sailboat transoms are not constructed like the power boats (thicker transoms) as many incorporate heavier and higher horsepower as those hulls are plaining hulls which require getting the hull up and out of the water to go. As for sailboats, they are displacement hulls and can only plow thru the water. Nearly every sailboat design is not as thick to carry large outboards to include the H 23; thus the thickness of the transoms are thinner. Even with a 9.9, the bow of the boat will raise up thus plowing thru the water slowing it down. Therefore, sailboat transoms are designed for 10 hp only.
Since I am familiar with that transom of the 23, you have a heavier motor. Look inside the rear locker storage area to see if the previous owner did anything to distribute the weight of that motor for example a large piece of wood, metal plate or metal straps which will greatly help to distribute the load on the transom vs. 4 bolts. I am not sure if you are still using the old motor bracket as well which needs inspection. Just remember not to use full throttle and teach others that as well if motoring for you. If you recognize the facts and adjust accordingly, you should be fine.
There are no stupid questions and if there were, boy I sure asked them long before you ever did. It is better to ask and be informed. There are a lot of folks with boats like yours and this is a valuable source or wealth of information to get from. You may even make some friendships and boy that is oh so true. Kermit is a good example as I enjoy that friendship along with Jim Seamans, Peggy Hall and many others on this forum. Welcome aboard sir and if you have a question, simply ask and we on the forum will be glad to help you.
crazy dave (only if you knew how I got that name)
Sailboat transoms are not constructed like the power boats (thicker transoms) as many incorporate heavier and higher horsepower as those hulls are plaining hulls which require getting the hull up and out of the water to go. As for sailboats, they are displacement hulls and can only plow thru the water. Nearly every sailboat design is not as thick to carry large outboards to include the H 23; thus the thickness of the transoms are thinner. Even with a 9.9, the bow of the boat will raise up thus plowing thru the water slowing it down. Therefore, sailboat transoms are designed for 10 hp only.
Since I am familiar with that transom of the 23, you have a heavier motor. Look inside the rear locker storage area to see if the previous owner did anything to distribute the weight of that motor for example a large piece of wood, metal plate or metal straps which will greatly help to distribute the load on the transom vs. 4 bolts. I am not sure if you are still using the old motor bracket as well which needs inspection. Just remember not to use full throttle and teach others that as well if motoring for you. If you recognize the facts and adjust accordingly, you should be fine.
There are no stupid questions and if there were, boy I sure asked them long before you ever did. It is better to ask and be informed. There are a lot of folks with boats like yours and this is a valuable source or wealth of information to get from. You may even make some friendships and boy that is oh so true. Kermit is a good example as I enjoy that friendship along with Jim Seamans, Peggy Hall and many others on this forum. Welcome aboard sir and if you have a question, simply ask and we on the forum will be glad to help you.
crazy dave (only if you knew how I got that name)
I will investigate. I so appreciate your taking the time to answer my questions. I have always loved the water and wanted a sailboat. My husband purchased Journey as a gift for me. I am on a learning path, I know enough to know I don't know anything. So any information you provide is deeply appreciated!
My next question is...why are the batteries and engine and kitchenette all located on the same side? The weight must surely be unevenly distributed to port side? And where/if should the batteries be moved? I think the engine is on a new holder.
I also need something to hold the motor in a straight line. What would that be called? And where might I find it.
My next question is...why are the batteries and engine and kitchenette all located on the same side? The weight must surely be unevenly distributed to port side? And where/if should the batteries be moved? I think the engine is on a new holder.
I also need something to hold the motor in a straight line. What would that be called? And where might I find it.