[Rhodes22-list] 3 Horsepower Electric Outboard

[Tex Hill]

We have an 8 hp , long shaft Mercury that has  done well in strong winds, tides, etc. 
I think an 8 hp motor (whatever the make) is the smallest motor if you want to sail in ocean, Gulf of Mexico or large lakes.
That has been our experience. 
Tex Hill
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> On Oct 30, 2020, at 4:48 PM, Charles Nieman <blue66corvette at hotmail.com> wrote:
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> I bought the Torqeedo 3hp for my Rhodes 22 this past spring. I sail a small lake in DFW. It works great to get me in & out of the marina. I’ve never tested it against a strong headwind and do believe it would not be a good match. If I was on the coast or a lake of serious size I would not suggest this. But for my needs it is perfect. Quiet, dependable, doesn’t need a tuneup, very maneuverable. I’m happier than I’ve ever been regarding my ‘iron genny’
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> Charles Nieman
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>> On Oct 30, 2020, at 12:31 PM, Rick Lange <sloopblueheron at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi Lee,
>> 
>> Welcome back.  I wouldn't depend on 3hp.
>> 
>> Regards,
>> 
>> Rick Lange
>> 
>> 
>>>> On Fri, Oct 30, 2020 at 12:44 PM Lee <lvjkuhn at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Does anyone have a 3hp on their Rhodes?  I was hoping to get an 8hp but
>>> then
>>> discovered the battery wasn't portable.  I mostly only need the outboard to
>>> get in and out of my slip but I'm wondering if a 3hp could even move a
>>> 3,500
>>> keel boat into a strong headwind if necessary.
>>> 
>>> Torqeedo customer service said it would be enough, to no surprise.
>>> 
>>> Lee
>>> Boatless for Now
>>> Claytor Lake, VA
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
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