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Post by spinfisher99 on Mar 7, 2010 1:25:25 GMT
Hi,can anyone please suggest an optimum size inboard for an 18ft Cheverton Champ we are fitting out for fishing?We were told it had an 18hp Saab,but it looks like it may actually be 8hp.Anyones experiences with this boat would be greatly appretiated,thanks.
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Post by Sunny on Mar 7, 2010 1:32:33 GMT
I'm sure you will get a few really good replies. You could also try a pm to (John) Monkeynuts.... he's an inboard expert  |
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Post by sailorboyrob on Mar 7, 2010 3:45:38 GMT
Dunno about the boat mate but the SAAB engine is a little cracker. They are actually Lister petters under a different name. Indestructable springs to mind.
Nice and simple and no silly electronics to go wrong. The only thing I would do to the engine is disconnect the stop solenoid (as they have a tendancy to stop working) and attach a piece of string to the fuel cut off lever. Then when you want to stop the engine, just pull the string!
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Post by spud on Mar 7, 2010 8:26:08 GMT
nice boat good little engine i had one years ago not very fast same engine aswell i think you wont get it any faster no matter what engine you put in it proberly about 6-8 knots you got to make the tide work for you
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Post by spinfisher99 on Mar 7, 2010 17:43:19 GMT
Ok,thanks for the advice.The boats getting a re-fit,ready for the spring bream fishing out of Bembridge.New paint,varnished hardwood and polished bronze fittings. thanks again and I will post some photo's of our progress.
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Post by spud on Mar 7, 2010 18:51:04 GMT
used to have mine at bembridge it then went to wootton not sure what happened to it after that all i can say is a good boat just dont try punching the tide you sort of stand on the spot make the most of the tides and you'll have lots of fun
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