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| I have a '91 Tuffy Stinger with a '89 Mariner 40 hp w/14P prop. I believe the boat weighs around 900 lbs on its own, plus engine, fuel, musky gear, etc., my guess on the weight of the boat, engine & gear is around 1,200 lbs. Normally by myself I could get 24.5 mph out of it and with another 2 guys I could get 18.5/19.5 mph out of it.
This weekend several times I had 2 other guys in the boat (one of which is 350, so two guys essentially) and the boat could not even got on plane and plowed through the water at 12 mph. Switched props to a 12P and still could not get on plane at 14 mph. By myself, I could now get 26.5 mph out of it.
I am sure the boat was over the coast guard recommendations on extra weight, but I would still think that the motor would be enough to get it up and out of the water. The motor did not seem to be able to turn enough rpms or rev up all the way (which I understand is in part due to a 12P being harder to turn). Do you think think the motor is getting worn out (certain parts to be replaced?) or just a weight issue?
If money was no issue, I would have put a 50 hp 4S on it a while ago...but, like most, it is.
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