"Capt. Frank Hopkins" wrote in message
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I am considering mounting a small trolling outboard on the swim platform
of my Formula 26. I am thinking the motor should be at least 35 to 35 hp.
For 2 reasons. 1. fuel is getting really expensive, and my 7.4 burns 10
gallons an hour @ 1200 rpm (6-7 kts) and 2. I would like to have back up
power for Mr. Case

Does anyone know of a swim platform mount that will allow me to tilt the
motor up high enough to clear the water and hold a 30 hp motor's thrust?
Any input will be appreciated.

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Capt. Frank Hopkins

www.home.earthlink.net/~aartworks




The motor does not need to be more than 15. The Formula 26 will make a hull
speed of about 8-9 mph. Get a high thrust small O/B. They are designed to
running a displacement hull. My 21' 3200# boat runs about 6.5 mph with a
Yamaha T-8. With a standard 15 HP mariner ran about 5.5 mph.
Bill