INVESTIGATOR 563

Hi all,

I've found a previous post re a 4hp but it was very short so I thought I'd ask anew.

My current outboard is the original Volvo Penta 90 (9Hp) with believe it or not a 4amp charger..cool
Unfortunately, although, the outboard works fantastically its age is a factor...thus time for a replacement.

I've come across a good 2nd hand 4hp outboard at my local Marine supplies for $600 with a 3 month warranty. I trust these guys and the mechanic says he's looked over the outboard and it runs fine.

Is 4hp enough given that I live in Tassie so the weather get a bit foul every now and then so I'm thinking is 4hp enough to push an I563 through some chop if I need to 'run' for home. It will certainly do for leaving the ramp but my concern is 'running' in chop if the weather picks up...


Cheers, Pete

Pete, see discussion in Technical Articles. The key is shaft length and prop selection. I would stay with 5hp.

I use an 8hp 2stroke Yammie, but I already owned it prior to buying my 563. It has a dual thrust prop and runs 100:1 petrol:oil. Its been as reliable as a wheelbarrow and will push through chop. However, It is heavy and I use blocks to pull it up. I have never run it flat out and only use high revs when maneuvering (reversing). A reliable 5hp should be good enough powerwise and light enough on the engine mount. Just make sure whatever you get is absolutely reliable.

BTW search other posts - outboards have been discussed many times.