fisheron
Well-known member
First thing to say is I have no strong desire to run a MV hull in a chop at 30 mph. or any long distances. The type of fishing I do entails mostly short runs of 3-6 miles and either slow trolling for hours or anchoring up. Right now I have a cc but sorely miss having a comfortable cabin to sleep in. I am also a big fan of the yamaha f150's the price of these great little motors is much easyer to swallow than paying 10k more for a 225 /250
That said I am considering repowering a used 2520mv and need to know some slower speed cruise info. Specifically at what speed will a 14 degree 25'mv get up on plane?
What has been on my mind is running a f150 with low pitch 4 blade prop. and oversized tabs on a 2520mv, fuel load would be kept light. The low deadrise makes me thing it is possible. Ideally my goal would be running a slow cruise of 20-25mph (even in a chop.) I know my feelings may get hurt as most boats pass me but I can take it. Again I only intend to cruse short distances. I know for most people this would feel underpowered. but If I accept the slower cruise will it work in all conditions?
Am I crazy? If so just slap me and say snap out of it!!!
That said I am considering repowering a used 2520mv and need to know some slower speed cruise info. Specifically at what speed will a 14 degree 25'mv get up on plane?
What has been on my mind is running a f150 with low pitch 4 blade prop. and oversized tabs on a 2520mv, fuel load would be kept light. The low deadrise makes me thing it is possible. Ideally my goal would be running a slow cruise of 20-25mph (even in a chop.) I know my feelings may get hurt as most boats pass me but I can take it. Again I only intend to cruse short distances. I know for most people this would feel underpowered. but If I accept the slower cruise will it work in all conditions?
Am I crazy? If so just slap me and say snap out of it!!!