ilovemountains
Cadet
- Joined
- Jul 29, 2013
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I was going to post this in the engine forum but its more related to my MFG boat and what type of engine others are using, not really a repair question so I thought Id try here first!
I'm getting ready to buy a new engine for my Niagara ~
http://forums.iboats.com/boat-topic...le-niagra-custom-help-619953.html#post4318829
The transom measures right around 17?, I?m assuming I need a short shaft outboard for it but want to be 100% sure before I invest in one and have issues when its time to finally get her in the water! I have an opportunity to buy a great engine today but it?s a 20? long shaft? I think I already know the correct answer but would like an actual MFG owner to chime in with what they are running!
The 40 HP vintage 1959 West Bend Golden Shark that came with my boat would probably be fine with a rebuild but Id really rather put something newer and lighter on it. Any info, links or suggestions would be great! I'm sea casting the transom and plan on running at least a 40HP. The boat is rated by the decal on the transom to 50HP but If I come across a 60HP Ill risk it! I plan on using the boat locally on the river and taking it to Lake Anna in VA and Raystown Lake in PA, using it to fish, and pulling my son on a tube or skis when the time comes. Anyway, Thanks again, Matt
I'm getting ready to buy a new engine for my Niagara ~
http://forums.iboats.com/boat-topic...le-niagra-custom-help-619953.html#post4318829
The transom measures right around 17?, I?m assuming I need a short shaft outboard for it but want to be 100% sure before I invest in one and have issues when its time to finally get her in the water! I have an opportunity to buy a great engine today but it?s a 20? long shaft? I think I already know the correct answer but would like an actual MFG owner to chime in with what they are running!
The 40 HP vintage 1959 West Bend Golden Shark that came with my boat would probably be fine with a rebuild but Id really rather put something newer and lighter on it. Any info, links or suggestions would be great! I'm sea casting the transom and plan on running at least a 40HP. The boat is rated by the decal on the transom to 50HP but If I come across a 60HP Ill risk it! I plan on using the boat locally on the river and taking it to Lake Anna in VA and Raystown Lake in PA, using it to fish, and pulling my son on a tube or skis when the time comes. Anyway, Thanks again, Matt