Max hp ??? 1982 center console 20' trojan

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xscash2blo
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Max hp ??? 1982 center console 20' trojan

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I have a 20' center console. The boat is a 1982 Trojan . Its hull number is TRJABC17C781-1982-2c4. Would anyone know the max output this hull can handle. It currently has twin 50hp but I want to upgrade to bigger motors if possible. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
chucka
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Post by chucka »

Here is a link to USCG guidlines for backyard boat builders to calculate safe HP and load ratings.

http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/education_ ... dboatbuild ers.pdf


There are some formulas in here that might help, but it gets kind of technical.
Good Luck!
Chuck
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JuiceClark
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I want one.

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My F-36 needs a little brother...bet that center console is sweet. Any pics??

When I restored the first Wellcraft Airslot, I put a bracket on and the guy and Stainless Marine helped with the calculation. We were lengthening the back (less weight), but adding floatation (more weight)....etc. Also, I ran 2 aluminum bars from a plate on the transom to both main stringers to transfer the weight.

I put suzuki 4 strokes on mine because they were WAY lighter than anything else...even Mercury 2 strokes! Worked great.
Tony
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