Noah
Aliso Viejo
Boat Name: Noah's Ark
Model/Year: C-22 1976
Hull No. 6588
Hailing Port: Dana Point, CA |
 08/30/2006 5:24 PM Pacific Time
Hello,
I'm considering buying a Tohatsu 6 hp. They now have a 25" with the alternator/generator installed at the factory.
Do you guys think the 25" is worth the extra length/weight? I have a 15" and I know I need to go longer. Is 20" okay or go with the 25"? The price isn't a big deal.
Thank you in advance.
Noah |
PHILIP & SHARON MERLIER
FELLSMERE, FLORIDA
Boat Name: SWIZZLE STICK
Model/Year: 1990 C22
Hull No.
Hailing Port: FELLSMERE, FLORIDA |
08/30/2006 11:39 PM Pacific Time
I believe longer is better especially if you take into consideration where you sail (which I assume is the ocean).
Philip |
Kent Overbeck
Signal Mountain, TN
Boat Name: Leap Frog & FrogZilla
Model/Year: '88 Wing keel / '69 swing
Hull No. 14647 / 185
Hailing Port: Chattanooga, TN |
08/31/2006 1:19 PM Pacific Time
I'm with Philip and Sharon. I bought an extra long shaft Nisson, same motor, and love it. I discovered that I can still run with the mount(Garhaur) in the up position. No need to tilt for shallow water!! This would only be for calm conditions.
Kent |
Lynn Buchanan
Nevada City, CA
Boat Name: SAILYNN
Model/Year: SWING 1984
Hull No. 11994
Hailing Port: SCOTTS FLAT LAKE, CA |
09/01/2006 9:06 PM Pacific Time
I had the same motor on my 87 wing keel #14644 and it was great. If you do any sailing where there a swells the extra length is an asset. The brand and placement of your motor mount will also dictate which length is best for you. |
