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Boat Engines Deserve Serious Consideration
Boat owners have a large number of choices before them when it comes to buying an engine. There are lots of items to consider, including the boat's weight and the planned uses for your boat. (When calculating weight, be sure to also include the weight of passengers, cargo, and fuel, which can total hundreds of pounds.) If you build an engine with too much horsepower, it will drive up unnecessary fuel costs and possibly make the boat run faster than is safe. It should be noted, however, that too little horsepower is bad, too. The engine will run too hard and maintenance issues can multiply. Your boat's manufacturer should list solid recommendations on horsepower, however.
Marine Engines: Smart Boating
If you are pursuing becoming a boat owner, there are several factors to consider, not the least of which is engine type. There are several types from which to pick, depending on the size of your boat, the frequency of its use, and the conditions under which in which it will sail.
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