25% increase in HP does NOT result in 25% increase in speed.
If there are other reasons to replace current motor, Then look at a more modern 40 or 50 hp, something within the legal capacity rating of the boat. Then get it propped right for the boat.
Personal experience has only been with adjustable brackets, as in jack plate.
2 boats, both with plates, 6" setback.
With the setback, you need to raise the engine to position it properly in the water stream. So that will partially remedy the shaft length issue.
On my boats, the steering cable...
Setback bracket. Yes, going to need new cable(s).
Between the bracket and correct mounting height, you should be able to get it right.
Bob's Machine Setback Bracket, 4" to 10" setback
Which pundits?
Where is the shelf life of oil listed?
Last I checked, oil was thousands and thousands of years old. Seems strange that it would suddenly expire a few years after someone put it in a bottle.
Maybe we should be investigating what they are making those plastic bottles out of...
There is no conventional choke on that motor.
There is a fuel enrichment valve, that releases fuel directly into the intake manifold.
Open fuel tank vent
Check the kill switch, place in "run" position
Squeeze fuel primer bulb till firm.
Advance the throttle 3/4 way or more, without putting...
Tear it all apart.
Inventory all parts by year, model, and part number.
List each part on ebay, pay your fees.
Then sit back and wait for 18 months for someone to contact you and offer you $50 for everything.
Honestly, not worth your time unless you can sell it locally to someone that needs a...
Interesting lake and history.
Looks like it had its own algae issues in 2021.
Also looks like most of the lake is under 7' deep.
Now I feel guilty for living in WI.
I never realized you had such a shortage of "inland" waters in Ohio.
An updated Chieftain Express with enclosed wheelhouse and a V8.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/boa/d/princeton-starcraft-chieftain-express/7417642031.html
Sold one of these boats this summer.
Dad had bought it new in 1996.
Never had a need for the livewell, always used a small cooler for the few fish he kept.
The toggle switch that controlled the pump was in a very poorly selected location, could be bumped and turned on, flooding the livewell when...
Proper trailer, with fully functioning brakes, and a proper tow vehicle. Period.
Or hire someone to haul it.
As far as 400 miles goes, shouldn't matter as long as the rig is up to snuff and you are prepared for issues.
75 miles from home would leave me stranded just the same as 400 miles...
recheck year and model.
Its not showing up on NADA or boat spec.
A 20 year old boat, all components are suspect, floor, stringers, transom, electrical, engine ignition, gearcase, compression, everything.
And no sale without an on water test drive.
Location is in signature.
You must be viewing on a phone .
Currently just down the road from Chili WI, headed to Central City WI, then back to Colby WI.
Half way between Green Bay and Minneapolis.
Real close to 45*N and 90*W
Already got 7" in the last week.
Forecast for 9" -14" starting Friday at 3pm.
Or 7" - 12", depending on who's forecast you read.
With some localized areas getting 17".
Add in the 15-20 mph winds, with gusts to 30 mph and it will be fun.
Now it feels like Christmas.
Supposed to work till 2 am...
That would NOT be a sure-lube or dexter E-Z lube.
They have no moving parts, no spring either.
TieDown Super Lube hubs have a zero on the back side of the hub.
Dexter E-Z Lube
