Posted by Gary Baker on July 28, 19103 at 18:13:16:
In Reply to: Squirt - How much HP? posted by Don Post on July 02, 19103 at 20:46:10:
Plans said 10, Glen L said 20. (or vice versa). Have 3 years using 80+ pound electric start 58 18 hp Johnson and it is way faster than I need to go- 28 via GPS. (and I weigh 220.)
Problem is prop selection, as lighter weight gives lots of slippage for a motors that are designed for a 15-16' fishing boat.
Oh, do buy a "fin" if for Kids. I didn't 'cause I love to slip & slide-- but I go 3 feet sideways for every 10 forward.
Boat is ONLY for flat water.
9.9 sounds good, and depending on where you are located, gets you under the 10 hp limit for smaller lakes.
Gary Baker
: Hi All,
: I am currently just starting a Squirt build and I am trying to figure out just how much power I should look for and what type. The boat is a family build project which will be used by the kids for the most part. I saw the jet installation by John which is absolutely superb. I like not having a prop, but it may be too much for the kids. I'm want enough so it can get out of its own way with a light passenger load (2 * 75lbs), but not make it a screamer. I am currently thinking 9.9 / 15. Too Much? Too Little? What have you other Squirt builders used?
: Thanks for any help!
: -Don