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cterrebonne · #1 12-13-2007, 02:16 PM

yeah you right about 80 gals. way heavy. like you said probably smaller...60 or 50 gals. in all actuality i can probably put another 40 in the console and have a 20 spare in the cabin if i need it. i'll have a lot of trial and error im sure with this project.

cterrebonne · #2 12-13-2007, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parishht

I have a 78 as well, if you lift the gas tank cover that is between
the pilot seat and passanger seat, there is a large open area.
I converted mine into extra storage for anchors.
That would be a great place to put an dextra tank
that would hold about 25 to 30 gallons.

Just a thought.

i probably could make that work under my console.

parishht · #3 12-13-2007, 03:15 PM

Oops, that's right you have a cuddy converted to center console.

cterrebonne · #4 12-13-2007, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parishht

Oops, that's right you have a cuddy converted to center console.

yeah but its a big cc...i would have to look at it again.

Blue_Runner · #5 12-13-2007, 04:14 PM

Ooops I forgot too - duh! You meant in the console not the cuddy. In that case its not as far forward and you should be ok.

cterrebonne · #6 12-13-2007, 04:53 PM

that my fault my statement was worded oddly. that's what i meant the bigger tank in the console and the smaller backup in the cuddy.

randlemanboater · #7 12-13-2007, 05:10 PM

I do get 5 mpg (statute) with my single 140 4-stroke. That gives me the range you are looking for with my 40 gal tank (not the original, it was a 60). I also get 40 mph top speed. I never run more that 25-28 in the ocean, even on calm days, it tears up too much stuff.

I could run 60 miles out, but not by myself. Even with twins you run the risk of getting stranded if you go by yourself.

If I were in your shoes, I would get a newer or new 4 stroke 140, 150, or 175, and go with a buddy.

Blue_Runner · #8 12-13-2007, 05:21 PM

....and get sea tow. Really doesn't matter much if you get stranded 20 miles off or 60 miles off.....you are still up the creek without a paddle so to speak.

Get sea tow membership, make sure your radio works, and go fishin! Always better to go it with another boat if possible.

Airslot · #9 12-13-2007, 05:52 PM

One of our members had a V-20 with twin V-4's, maybe 140's. The boat crossed ebay a few times over the past 4 years. Sat real heavy in the stern. If you can find a 2.0 liter Merc 150 you can get around 3.2 mpg cruise, thats what I have and get.

'Slot

msbhammer · #10 12-13-2007, 06:41 PM

Welcome to Do the site, but plese read our Bi-laws. It states that newbies must post tons of pics of their V-20 to satisfy all the other members hear. ;D ;D ;D ;D ::) :P