Hp, torque, fuel efficiency, and cruise speed....
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I am looking at buying a 45' Wellcraft Excaliber (2000) which is almost a 15,000 lb boat. I am looking at repowering a set of tired 502's and was curious what setup would yied the best cruise speed and the least fuel consumptiom (Bravo 3 drives). I looked at a set of stock 502's top put back in but 1800runsnew has a 540 setup that delvers peak torque at 3600 rpm (638 ft/lbs).
Is running at the peak torque point the best way to achieve the best fuel economy or is it somewhat lower on the rpm scale?? I am obviously not looking to make the boat do 80mph but rather get the best mpg bang for the buck...
Thought, suggestions, comments??
Thanks,
Ken
Is running at the peak torque point the best way to achieve the best fuel economy or is it somewhat lower on the rpm scale?? I am obviously not looking to make the boat do 80mph but rather get the best mpg bang for the buck...
Thought, suggestions, comments??
Thanks,
Ken