Wrong Motor?

richve

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I have a 1991 Maxum 1700XR. This boat is rated for up to a 75hp motor. It currently has a 70hp Force, which is giving me some problems. I have , from a previous boat , a 1978 Merc 500 4 cylinder. This motor runs great and has very low hours. My question. If I put the Merc on and attempt to pull my kids water skiing and tubing will I beat the heck out of this motor?Thanks in advance for your reply.:confused:
 

Bob_VT

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Re: Wrong Motor?

You will be borderline on power..... for tubing fine ...for skiing it may be questionable
 

JB

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Re: Wrong Motor?

The 50HP Merc would be marginal for that boat, at best. You might want to swap it up to a 60 to 75HP Merc (so you can use the controls)
 
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