The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Engine Weights

The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Engine Weights https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:04 +0000 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 16:45:20 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 360 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=136073 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Engine Weights : Fish Addict.I think your comments...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817457&title=engine-weights#1817457 Author: MATTOO
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Posted: 15 Oct 2021 at 4:45pm

Fish Addict.
I think your comments are quite relevant and show the value of forums to offer opinions and advice.
We will always do what we want. Fortunately Muzz, has read these posts and would understand the parameters.

Well done Muzz on locating an engine.
Sure you'll be well pleased.]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2021 16:45:20 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817457&title=engine-weights#1817457 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : I know this may sound a bit ridiculous...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817414&title=engine-weights#1817414 Author: Fish Addict
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Posted: 14 Oct 2021 at 10:06pm

I know this may sound a bit ridiculous however in truth the Suzuki at 241kg does not comply with manufacturer's recommendations. If you think an insurance company will not try and use this as leverage to reject or reduce their exposure to a claim you are more trusting than I am. Make sure the motor's details (as in weight) is well documented. It is far, far easier to address any non-compliance issues now rather than after a claim has been submitted and the insurance company is focused on minimizing the value of any settlement. ]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2021 22:06:28 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817414&title=engine-weights#1817414 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : Thanks to all for the info, I...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817406&title=engine-weights#1817406 Author: Muzza-Jay
Subject: 136073
Posted: 14 Oct 2021 at 8:00pm

Thanks to all for the info, I have managed to find an engine, Suzuki in-line 4 200hp, 241kgs. Cheers ]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:00:12 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817406&title=engine-weights#1817406 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : Steps wrote:I'd agree...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817373&title=engine-weights#1817373 Author: Bounty Hunter
Subject: 136073
Posted: 13 Oct 2021 at 8:41pm

Steps wrote:

I'd agree if it was a 300hp he was looking to put on, but an extra 23kg? .........

Yep.. but keep in mind of insurance issues as rightly mentioned above.
Side note: there have been occasions where ppl have gone to manufactures with larger engines weight and power then at a cost had a new spec tab issued.

Being immobilized and stern goes to the sea... Well isnt that why, regardless of weight transom height (even a V6 on an old 20" transom 5.5m hull) we have a sea anchor?

And we are talking in this case a Mclay 650 cruiser... maybe a 1000kg heavier gross weight on water.

have done exactly this - went to the manufacturer in hamilton - said i would prefer a 200 instead of the 'max' 150hp - they said sure - changed the plate no questions asked - and i note that the boat is still sold today with 200hp max in the specs.

]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:41:31 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817373&title=engine-weights#1817373 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : I would be concerned about the...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817372&title=engine-weights#1817372 Author: Kandrew
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Posted: 13 Oct 2021 at 8:00pm

I would be concerned about the extra stress on a pod mounted tinny, cracking around the pod and hull won’t be an easy repair. Is really worth taking the risk, easy to give advice when it’s not your boat and you don’t get stuck with fixing the problem.

I’d be listening to the manufacture ]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:00:23 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817372&title=engine-weights#1817372 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : We have a late model 200 hp 4...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817354&title=engine-weights#1817354 Author: tjm
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Posted: 13 Oct 2021 at 10:38am

We have a late model 200 hp 4 stroke Yamaha on our 7m boat, the boat is rated for up to 250 hp but it performs well and the fuel economy is much better with the 200 hp.

Label in the boat stated max engine and loading for the hull, need to keep to these limits for insurance purposes if nothing else. friend has one of the new 200 hp Mercs on his 6.5m but its too new to tell what the long term reliability etc is, he couldn't get a Yamaha at the time but says the Merc performs well.

]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:38:27 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817354&title=engine-weights#1817354 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : I'd agree if it was a 300hp...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817350&title=engine-weights#1817350 Author: Steps
Subject: 136073
Posted: 13 Oct 2021 at 10:13am

I'd agree if it was a 300hp he was looking to put on, but an extra 23kg? .........

Yep.. but keep in mind of insurance issues as rightly mentioned above.
Side note: there have been occasions where ppl have gone to manufactures with larger engines weight and power then at a cost had a new spec tab issued.

Being immobilized and stern goes to the sea... Well isnt that why, regardless of weight transom height (even a V6 on an old 20" transom 5.5m hull) we have a sea anchor?

And we are talking in this case a Mclay 650 cruiser... maybe a 1000kg heavier gross weight on water.
]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:13:38 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817350&title=engine-weights#1817350 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : I'd agree if it was a 300hp...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817343&title=engine-weights#1817343 Author: OneWayTraffic
Subject: 136073
Posted: 12 Oct 2021 at 11:07pm

I'd agree if it was a 300hp he was looking to put on, but an extra 23kg? Move a battery forward if you must, or don't use the livewell. I'm not advocating that he do it, I'd be happy with the existing motor if reliable, but I really don't see this making the boat unsafe. It's the same as a child on a stern seat.

Manufacturers don't like to exceed their margin of safety willy nilly. I understand that, but if it was my boat and that was the best choice of motor I'd hang it and not worry about a thing.

]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2021 23:07:00 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817343&title=engine-weights#1817343 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : Steps and others.One of the reasons...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817332&title=engine-weights#1817332 Author: MATTOO
Subject: 136073
Posted: 12 Oct 2021 at 5:32pm

Steps and others.
One of the reasons there are weight limits on motors is the buoyancy of the stern.
The chances of being immobilised and stern on to a sea state is the risk of swamping. It is that simple.

The power relationship is a misdirected piece of advice.
Heed the manufacturers recommendations.]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:32:26 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817332&title=engine-weights#1817332 <![CDATA[Engine Weights : Comments on the extra 15/ 20 kg...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=136073&PID=1817322&title=engine-weights#1817322 Author: Steps
Subject: 136073
Posted: 12 Oct 2021 at 9:58am

Comments on the extra 15/ 20 kg above being ok
Totally agree.
As to a bit over powered, only if you use it it.
May sit at anchor 1/2" lower if anything in the water at anchor.. doesnt matter.
Will cruise more economically (10%+) at the old engine cruise speed due to less throttle , ans less load on engine meaning far leaner mixtures.
Will cruise more comfortable than before, faster and use maybe little less to same fuel as before.
Hit chop, can set throttle and cruise thru more comfortable, slightly faster, and on an oily rag, as dont need to work the throttle.
Crossing a bar, wave stand up , have the power to get to it and thru the next wave before it fully stands up.

Down side.. must look around, ask and check everyone is holding on even on a normal hole shot.

As to trim tabs etc, will not need them because of the weight (only 15/20kg) .. you have all that extra reserve power, very little leverage required to drop the bow... And the choice of prop rake will sort that out...

Get it..

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