This morning I took it out to fill the tanks, then ventured out into the harbor. The water seemed smooth, few boats out there, so I let er' rip! I was amazed to hear that engine roar as it passed 3000 RPM. When it got to 5000, the boat was FLYING! The speedometer was reading middle 40s and that was with the engine trimmed all the way down. I suppose I could have obtained more speed by trimming the motor higher, but who cares? That speed is scary on even mildly choppy water.
So the all the questions about this engine are answered. It can develop massive power. I was glad for the opportunity to "blow the cobs out" and now I know what it can do. One day soon I will take it out early in the morning when the harbor is glassy smooth and really let er' fly for a few minutes.
larry
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1975 Wellcraft V20 Steplift with 1979 Evinrude 150. Newly rebuilt dual axle trailer. Boat is in a slip behind Harbor Island on San Diego Harbor.
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