would it push a 16 foot flatboat? i'm not talking fast, just don't want to strain the motor..the water i hunt on can get rough and choppy, strong current..
2006-11-13 13:13:01 · 4 answers · asked by jstrmbill 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Boats & Boating
I have been around boats for 16 yrs I fish the rivers in Ohio with strong currents my recommendation would be to go to a high hp such as a 9.9 or 15hp. the Briggs 5 horse is OK but i don't believe you will be happy. its okay for small lakes with no current or light winds.
Basically its a cheap outboard,honestly I don't believe it will do what you want without working itself to death.... there are alot of good older outboards out there for sale cheap!!
2006-11-13 13:30:31 · answer #1 · answered by AQUAHOLIC 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i can tell you what you need to know. all the b&s outboards vibrate like hell. 5hp is not going to work on a 16' boat unless you're in your bathtub. if money is an issue, call dealers 'til you find someone who will work a purchase deal for you & get a 15-25horse....maybe used if it's less than 10 years old. lol.
2006-11-14 01:46:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The new b.s.engine hasnt been out long enough to know much about.A16ft i guess jon boat is pretty heavy.It will push it okay.But i always like to have a little extra power if i need it for bad events.I would look for a 9.9hp or higher.I used a 6hp on a 14ft and hardly pushed it.In fact i have another 6evenrude i'll sell you cheap.Any way your choice.
2006-11-13 23:53:12 · answer #3 · answered by Larry-Oklahoma 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Piece - O - Crap
Get a real outboard, you won't be sorry.
2006-11-14 05:20:05 · answer #4 · answered by shfincter S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋