I have an older hull, and the label plate data is worn off. Only the serial number, stamped into the metal, remains. How do I find out typical capacities for my boat?
Re: 14 ft aluminum semi-v hull engine and load capacities
HI bamaboatboy. Welcome to iboats. I run a very similar set up and the max hp is probably about 30-40 hp at the old 2-stroke weight. Modern 4-strokes are much heavier, so you may not be able to carry a motor with an hp rating quite so high. I run a vintage 20 hp on my 14' semi-v tinny and get about 20 mph and she hops right up on plane. This link may help too.
Re: 14 ft aluminum semi-v hull engine and load capacities
I'm back with more info: the length is 14'; transom height is 15"; beam is 52". The manufacturer is unknown, because as stated earlier, the label plate is so worn only the serial number is legible. Here is a picture. I hope this helps.
I have a '57 Gales Products 12hp outboard, which was an OMC line sold in Montgomery Wards and small hardware stores.
Re: 14 ft aluminum semi-v hull engine and load capacities
Looks like a nice boat. I wouldn't go more than a 15 hp. We had a couple similar boats that did well with 8.5's. I'd guess your 12 will be fine as long as it isn't too heavy as it will be hard to keep the bow down. As for people and weight, on calm days and small water we'd have 3 people at about 600lbs. My guess is that we were slightly overloaded but nobody moved quickly.
Re: 14 ft aluminum semi-v hull engine and load capacities
W/O a capacity plate it is pure guessing but I find as a general rule with these small boats you are most likely safe with that engine, fuel, 2 average size adults and a small child. The same engine and fuel with 3 average adults will probably max it out.
Hello I have a similar issue I'm trying to figure out the capacity info the plate is faded and scratched. I have a 1982 StarCraft sealite SL14 and was hoping someone had one similar that I could get the info so I can get a replacement.
Hello I have a similar issue I'm trying to figure out the capacity info the plate is faded and scratched. I have a 1982 StarCraft sealite SL14 and was hoping someone had one similar that I could get the info so I can get a replacement.
Took the liberty to copy your post over to new topic in the Starcraft section. There have been some discussions about this very subject - Replacement capacity plates.
While your question is sort of related, it's best to start new topic. The older, inactive threads are ignored by many and new topic gets better results for you.
