Too Much Motor??

[Mark Gibson Hunter22 Dilly Dally]

I have the opportunity to purchase a 1992 Tahotsu 15hp electric start long shaft for my H22. Is this too much motor for this boat? I usually sail in the Gulf along the Florida panhandle. I have reinforced the motor bracket with wood on the inside of the transom. Also, does anyone know what the motor weight is rated for on a H22??Thanks in advance,Mark

 

[Rick Webb]

Yep, Way Too Much

In fact about twice maybe three times what you need. Look at this other thread for some good info.

 

[Crazy Dave Condon]

safety factor

May be too much on the transom or outboard motor bracket. I have seen the results of damage to both with a 15 at full power. Suggest no more than an 8 hp for that boat.

 

[Seth]

Too heavy

Mark;I had a 7HP on my 22 and found it too heavy. I downgraded to a Merc 5HP and it works very well. Admit I am a fare-weather sailor; I have been in high winds and tide where I wish I had more power, but that has been rare..Seth

 

[Travis]

Don't do it

I live in Portland, Me where the tides are strong and use a 23 year old 7.5 two cycle. The thing works great even against the tide. Todays motors are generally 4 stroke which means more weight on top of a motor thats twice as large as you need.