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Thinking about a repower...boat Im looking at is reported to have 2 cylinders down on compression and possible scoring. I have an older 185 Airslot with a fresh rebuild of a Johnson 130...big enough for the V21...??
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Answered one of my questions...my current motor is a 20"...have to look for a 25"...sigh!
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some ppeple are happy with the lower power engines, if I remeber correctly, there was a guy on here that had a single 70 Yamaha on his. Personally, Id run at least a 150, watch your weight when repowering, the weights of newer engine vary a lot
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I think a 130 with the right prop would work, I personally wouldn't go any lower than that though.
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1985 Wellcraft V-20, Evinrude ETEC 150: SOLD 1979 Marine Trader 44, twin Ford Lehman 120s 2006 Panga 14, Tohatsu 20 |
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The 130 on my Airslot is a 20",,,cant use it
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Any 150 - 200 lighter always better
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My first V20 had a 6 cylinder 65 HP engine in it. Almost would break free, but could NOT get up on plane. I would not go lower than 90 hp personally. Most people here seem to feel that a 150 is perfect for these boats. I like my 200. Can't use that power in the ocean cause of the wave action but on the lakes I like the extra speed.
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1987 V20 w/1987 150HP Yamaha on a Shoreland'r Trailer 1978 16.5 Airslot w/1996 120HP Force on a Four Winns trailer 1996 V21 w/1993 200HP Mercury on a Shoreline Trailer All towed by a 5.7L Hemi Durango. If God didn't have a purpose for us we wouldn't be here, so Live simply, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly. (Leave the rest to God) ![]() Silence, in the face of evil, is itself evil. Not to speak is to speak, not to act is to act. God will not hold us guiltless. |
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Hey dizzy, i remember when bigshrimpin was out in California, he was getting some sweet deals on 2strokes because they were banned in freshwater lakes. Might want to search CL around tahoe, see what***8217;s up there.
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There are definitely plenty of 2 strokes out here, but after my recent success overhauling the lower unit on the 130, I feel like I can tackle the powerhead.
Ill leave the inspection and the bore/hone/resleeve recommendations to the machine shop but Ill tackle the R&R and the assembly. I have the time to take my time and learn as I go... |
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How about rigging with twin 70’s
Or triple 40’s Or quad 25’s Personally, I think one 7 Marine 626 looks best, but some feel it’s a bit too much power. Counter with extra weight in the cuddy and it should be ......perfect |
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