Brian, I can manage 7.2 kts with a clean bottom and the throttle wide open. It's not something that I do often or recommend. My typical cruising speed is 6.5 kts, which I can achieve at 2,800-2,900 rpm. I have the Yanmar 3GM30F engine.
You're talking about a lot of expense to go just a little bit faster. Jake Jake Brodersen "Midnight Mistress" C&C 35 Mk-III Hampton VA -----Original Message----- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Brian Morrison via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 12:47 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Brian Morrison Subject: Stus-List Best Engine? Hello, I often sail with a group of sailors that have more modern and somewhat larger boats than my 1979 C&C34. When there is no wind and we are forced to motor I have difficulty keeping up. With a clean bottom my cruising speed is about 5-5.5 knots. I have an Atomic 4 engine. I'm wondering would a Yanmar or a Westerbeke give me 7+ knots? Brian C. Morrison S/V Rekofa 1979 C&C34 Chesapeake Bay _______________________________________________ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com
