Weldcraft 17 ft Kicker F-8 or T-8

chansen2526

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What would work the best a std 8 horse yamaha F-8 or a T-8 with the higher gear ratio? anyone have any thoughts on which on might be slower? Does the T-8 run a bigger prop? I know the f-8 weighs a little less wich is important also...

Chris
 

FishnMike

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Re: Weldcraft 17 ft Kicker F-8 or T-8

The T-8 is designed for trolling. Has a different gear ratio and and large dia, low pitch prop. I've got one on my 17' Alumaweld and love it.

FishnMike
 

chansen2526

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Re: Weldcraft 17 ft Kicker F-8 or T-8

Thanks for the info!! what about the extra weight.. no worry?? I want level in the water...

Cheers, Chris
 

FishnMike

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Re: Weldcraft 17 ft Kicker F-8 or T-8

On a 17' boat the weight diff. should be minor.

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