[Rhodes22-list] Outboard motor setup

[David Bradley]

Marc, I can't comment on the propane motor vs. traditional gasoline (or
electric as some on the list have been discussing).  As for the rest, I
think you've got two separate issues, the steering linkage and the remote
transmission/throttle control.

I think the steering linkage is great in tight places but not necessary for
motoring in open water, where you can lock the motor in position and steer
with the tiller more easily.  Disconnecting the steering linkage to raise
the motor and sail is one of those things that requires you to limber up
and lean out over the stern rail, so I never use it unless needed in a
marina.  So it really depends on your mooring or docking situation and your
intended destinations.

Having a remote control to shift and operate the throttle seems like a more
important priority to me.  I just ordered a new 9.9 Yamaha 4-stroke and
will install a flush-mount shift and throttle control in the cockpit (I'm
thinking on the front of the lazarete).  The tiller-mounted control on my
old Yamaha was great, but it's not available anymore on the gas motor.
 Others have attached a surface-mount outboard control to the stern rail. I
personally would find reaching over the stern to use the controls on the
motor itself to be awkward and potentially dangerous in a tight situation.
 Others may have a different experience.

Good luck and enjoy your boat!

Dave




On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 10:43 PM, Mrbabs <Marc at babineauins.com> wrote:

> Ok experienced R22 sailors - I need help.
>
> I have it in my head that I would like to purchase a Lehr 9.9 propane
> outboard for the new boat.  I want to get the remote version which will
> allow me to mount the throttle and transmission control to the sailboat
> tiller for ease of use.  (I have the Rhodes tiller to outboard connection
> option)
>
> Here's the rub. That particular version of the Lehr motor won't be
> available
> until the end of June. So should I wait or opt for the motor with the built
> in tiller which is available now?
>
> My concern is I need to be able to control the motor and I'm not sure what
> issues are involved with trying to operate a standard motor. I am trying to
> envision how one can lean over the back of the boat to shift, steer and
> control engine rpm without bad things happening. This is our first boat and
> outboard.
>
> Can the standard outboard configuration be operated easily by a five foot
> tall, 100 lb lady? Is anyone running an outboard with a remote setup?
> Pros/Cons of each.
>
> Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Cheers
> Marc
>
>
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