Being new to boats, and really new to V Drive boats I'm looking for feedback on the type of motor to build.
The boats an 18.5 foot Rayson Craft, front and rear seats. I have no idea as to the weight. I also have no idea of the current prop on the boat, but the Vdrive is a 1:1 Walters... Don't you just hate these newbe questions????
I am assuming that WOT the engine will should be turning about 5500 rpm's, and that's were I want peak HP. Or do I want to set the engine up to run at a higher or lower rpm?
What HP and torque is typical for a marine SBC in a V drive.
I'm I supposed to build this thing for lots of torque and lower RPM like a truck motor or high rpms and HP like I do for the street cars???
I know it's easier to make both HP and torque with more cubes, but right now I am leaning towards putting a small block chevy in this thing.. I think it will be easier because I get the marine stuff with the motors.....
Thanks and sorry about all the basic questions...
Bob