Evinrude 200 HO on V21 - 1st report

[Genie Aye]

sorry you did not reach my numbers--maybe the extra foot--lol I did raise my motor up a hole and trim it to the max--feels like it is floating--but otherwise sounds like you are a happy camper with it. How was the fuel burn for the distance.

I will take pictures of rpm and gps next time out for ya.

Glad your weight concerns were calmed--and what about all the smoke she puts out---LOL

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by Genie Aye

sorry you did not reach my numbers--maybe the extra foot--lol I did raise my motor up a hole and trim it to the max--feels like it is floating--but otherwise sounds like you are a happy camper with it. How was the fuel burn for the distance.

I will take pictures of rpm and gps next time out for ya.

Glad your weight concerns were calmed--and what about all the smoke she puts out---LOL

Speakin' of props...have ya asked Genie what he's usin'???...that'd be a pretty good place to start...I know y'all been talkin'..ah yes...here it is...

Genie Aye;203786]Rebel 15.25 x 19 SS

Yeah Genie...the heavy thick smoke must leave quite a trail...easy for others to follow to the best fishin' holes...lol

[bgreene]

My engine may be mounted too low - will check cav plate position next time I take boat out when on plane.

[bgreene]

Originally Posted by Genie Aye

sorry you did not reach my numbers--maybe the extra foot--lol I did raise my motor up a hole and trim it to the max--feels like it is floating--but otherwise sounds like you are a happy camper with it. How was the fuel burn for the distance.

I will take pictures of rpm and gps next time out for ya.

Glad your weight concerns were calmed--and what about all the smoke she puts out---LOL

Genie - I sent email to you ref your engine height etc....

[cterrebonne]

If you are looking for top speed, I would get a viper, if i remember correctly the rebel is better for mid range cruising efficiency than speed.

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by cterrebonne

If you are looking for top speed, I would get a viper, if i remember correctly the rebel is better for mid range cruising efficiency than speed.

I like a good top end when I can get it...but mid range cruising speed EFFICIENCY is where it's at for me...over the life of that motor, it can add up to a substantial $$ number...and probably easier on the motor itself...

[bgreene]

I'm fine tuning top speed BECAUSE it's also related to total efficiency.

Nearly all of my boating is cruising 3,000 - 4,000 rpm range, besides trolling.

To me, setting it up to run close to maximum possible speed is also RELATED to efficiency - to a degree, it means it's dragging the least amount - therefore long term easiest on the motor.

Viper prop - my understanding is the Viper runs better with the DFI motor, but the etec better with the Rebel. Reason - the etec produces more torque, and the Rebel is a bigger cupped prop.

[bgreene]

Originally Posted by Genie Aye

sorry you did not reach my numbers--maybe the extra foot--lol I did raise my motor up a hole and trim it to the max--feels like it is floating--but otherwise sounds like you are a happy camper with it. How was the fuel burn for the distance.

I will take pictures of rpm and gps next time out for ya.

Glad your weight concerns were calmed--and what about all the smoke she puts out---LOL

I want to see that GPS showing 53 mph ! ..........and.......no cheating by running with some crazy strong west coast tide ! : )

[Genie Aye]

I will have to strip the boat to see that now--50 yes--can hit that speed since I put in 2 thru hull water pickups, 1 washdown and 1 for bait tank and the radar arch and stand up top--all hurt me--but that is plenty fast for a fishing boat!

I could only hit 47.2 coming in from tuna--of course--27 tuna and a tote of ice--a bit of extra weight for sure.

I am thinking of trying the 18" rebel--but I am getting great mpg and scared to switch.

[bgreene]

Originally Posted by Genie Aye

I will have to strip the boat to see that now--50 yes--can hit that speed since I put in 2 thru hull water pickups, 1 washdown and 1 for bait tank and the radar arch and stand up top--all hurt me--but that is plenty fast for a fishing boat!

I could only hit 47.2 coming in from tuna--of course--27 tuna and a tote of ice--a bit of extra weight for sure.

I am thinking of trying the 18" rebel--but I am getting great mpg and scared to switch.

Plenty fast. Dropping from 19" to 18" prop...........you'll pick up rpm, and less strain on the engine too. Might come out even on speed though with 1" less distance per revolution but higher rpm. Either way, you're rig is quick.