I have a 14' jon boat that's rated for 25HP. I have a 25HP Merc Prop on there. So it's maxed for the HP.
Now, if I put a jet lower unit on a 25HP powerhead I loose 1/3 of power at the jet so I'll have about 17HP . Can I legally put on a 35-40HP Powerhead then get 25hp at the jet? Is the law talking about the weight or the push?
I'm wondering what everyone thinks. I'll prolly have to call the DNR to find out for sure. But it would be interesting to hear what people think.
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I have a 14' jon boat that's rated for 25HP. I have a 25HP Merc Prop on there. So it's maxed for the HP.
Now, if I put a jet lower unit on a 25HP powerhead I loose 1/3 of power at the jet so I'll have about 17HP . Can I legally put on a 35-40HP Powerhead then get 25hp at the jet? Is the law talking about the weight or the push?
I'm wondering what everyone thinks. I'll prolly have to call the DNR to find out for sure. But it would be interesting to hear what people think.
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