240 SeaHunter power/speed & fuel tank

[Galvestonian]

searched the threads, looks like the general consensus for an outboard on this model is a 250-275 horse 2 stroke. can't find the spec's on it, the 246 Family Fisherman is rated for a 285, but this is a different hull.  I read plenty that it'll run "fine" with a 150, but I'd prefer to having a cruising speed slightly faster than 20mph with a 2' wake. currently running a 200 Ocean Pro, @ WOT it touches 32 mph. and it has a hole shot like molasses. not trying to be a speed demon here, and I know they're not designed for that, but my family's '73 19-6 with a 130 etec will crack 44mph. has a ttop, 40 gal wash down tank, men/gear/drink = 500lbs average. need to figure out size of fuel tank? anybody? it's a 1974. I'm guessing 70-80? also planning a 100 mile trip up the Intracoastal, it'd be good to know fuel capacity.

[Capt. Bob]

Looks like twin 125s (250hp) hits 40+.

[Galvestonian]

Thanks Cap, thought about this brochure right after I posted, darn thing is my work computer's wallpaper. duh. Any guesstimation on fuel tank size, assuming it's original?

[wingtime]

That tower model with the full canvas enclosure is the cats meow!

[Galvestonian]

wingtime, you off point! got any photos (besides the one from the 70's)? 

[Capt. Bob]

Any guesstimation on fuel tank size, assuming it's original?

Same size for an outboard.

[Capt. Bob]

[Galvestonian]

Cap Bob strikes again with a wealth of info. Makes it look I didn't do any homework. where are all those files & brochures Bob? those I/O's look to be quite a bit more "squatty".

[Galvestonian]

I have the 300 e-tec bolted up. I think my fuel efficiency has doubled. My old WFO speed was 32 @ 5600, now my cruising speed is 32 @ 3700. hopefully everything keeps going well.

[Capt. Bob]

Brochures are found in the Gallery forum. Some pics there also. Some come from my stock on my computer.