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Originally Posted by Jetty Rocker

I have a 1996 225 loop with a 21pitch prop on my v-20 and I average 2 miles per gallon. I typically cruise between 3000-3500 and rarely run wot since this the 225 is more power than the boat needs or was designed for. I will say that it is a dependable good running engine.

A 21 pitch is overkill for a V-20 with a 225, try a 17 large diameter or 19 small diamter and your economy will go up some. I run a 225+(slightly modded) on my 20 HYDRA-SPORTS and just tonight had it running 49MPH turning 5800 with a 17 large diameter. My hull is a bit heavier than a V-20 and I'm averaging around 2.1-2.2 NMPG(roughly 2.4-2.5 MPG in statute miles).