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What size Kicker?
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Mr. Osprey:
What size kicker would you out on an 80's 170? My reason for asking is my grandfather has a 1999 2 hp Johnson, a 1970's 4hp Johnson, and a 1993 4hp Mariner (but will likely go on his 9ft Boston Whaler). I'm thinking about asking him if I can borrow a motor in case the Merc goes on the water I don't want to be stuck. Would these be big enough or do I need a 5 or 6 to get anywhere?
Radioshop:
I don't know the answer to your question, but here's a little insight, a 9.9 moved a 22.2.
John Jones:
4 maybe. I don't think the 2 would handle it, especially if there is wind or current.
JimCt:
My 170 with it's 6hp Evinrude kicker.
Pushes us at about 4-5 mph generally, slower in a head wind or chop. Much less hp and you'd have simply a noisemaker. Can troll 2 wires at about 3 mph. You'll need a long shaft motor to get the prop down and away from the stern turbulence.
Consider the kicker a safety device; it'll get you home when the main engine quits. It's economy for trolling is gravy in the deal. I've plumbed mine into the main fuel supply and carry a 3g reserve tank in the bow locker in event there's a fuel contamination situation.
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