Bruce Blinkhorn
New Member
- Aug 29, 2018
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- Boat Info
- currently own 1964 Pearson Vanguard sailboat
- Engines
- in the market
I am considering buying a 1989 SeaRay 340 Sundancer with twin 454 engines. I am unsure of the prop pitch, but guess it is stock.
I have been sailing since 1986 but know little about operating costs for a power boat. I need a better understanding of fuel usage (per hour/RPM/speed). Does anyone know of a link with this information? If conditions are flat and mostly calm, what is the most efficient RPM and speed and what would the average fuel usage be per hour? I realize there are a lot of variables, but I'm looking for a chart or some basic numbers to start.
I have been sailing since 1986 but know little about operating costs for a power boat. I need a better understanding of fuel usage (per hour/RPM/speed). Does anyone know of a link with this information? If conditions are flat and mostly calm, what is the most efficient RPM and speed and what would the average fuel usage be per hour? I realize there are a lot of variables, but I'm looking for a chart or some basic numbers to start.