18master Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 I have a 1989 I believe maverick 18 I’ve completely redone.I recently purchased an evinrude etec 300 any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurem Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Sweet subscribed 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeviam Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 8 minutes ago, lurem said: Sweet subscribed x2 Need more pictures to offer an opinion 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jh141 Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Goggles, Helmet and Good Life Vest. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Shallowminded6 Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Reinforced transom? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redzone1 Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Have an Etec mechanic on retainer 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeviam Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 8 minutes ago, redzone1 said: Have an Etec mechanic on retainer Ouch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeviam Posted October 17, 2020 Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Bold project, with plenty of power! Anxious to hear how she performs. I'm not sure where the fuel tank is on this model - but if it's in the forward hatch, and you plan to add a trolling motor, my advice is - keep the batteries in the center console or aft of the console. Batteries, fuel and TM, all in the bow, will be too nose-heavy and you won't get enough of the hull out of the water for peak performance and fastest speeds. The good thing about Evinrude, is they have some sporty props to choose from. The Raker HO would be my first choice to try on this rig. Good luck, and stay safe - wear a life vest and a kill switch lanyard! Yeah, maybe the goggles and helmet for the first few runs too, LOL! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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18master Posted October 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Thanks for the info geevian.I plan on putting high end trim tabs for better performance.The tank is in the front I did replace with new plastic tank.I haven’t bought a prop yet but I will try that raker ho. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
18master Posted October 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2020 Yes transom is reinforced and an aluminum plate on the inside transom.Like I said I rebuilt this from the stringers up it should hold anything I put on it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quest4reds Posted October 18, 2020 Report Share Posted October 18, 2020 WOW! That thing should scoot! Look forward to hearing performance numbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 Wow, you are doubling what that hull is rated for. Aluminum plate will probably keep the transom in one piece, but how well supported is it from twisting (i.e. full throttle torque pulling the top of the transom backwards)? That is a massive amount of engine for that hull. Also, keep in mind that these boats were made to be light. There isnt a lot of fiberglass on the bottom of the hull relative to bay or offshore boats. Unless you reinforced the entire hull, you are putting a lot of pressure on an area not originally designed for it. A 300 would easily move you 80 mph if my old 150 moves me 55. Thats scarey fast and any chop is going to beat on it. It would really stink to develop spidercracks around the chines after all that work. Biggest worry in general use would be squat. How much more does that weigh than the 150 2s the boat was designed for? You may find that with a guy in the back and nobody up front, you make a very fast submarine! All teasing aside, I am no engineer, so you have probably worked through all of this. That hull is plenty fast with a 150 or 175 on it. Putting more may compromise the thibgs that hull does so well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coto Posted October 19, 2020 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 Too much motor. Just like everything else has its limits. I assume you like speed a lot , I like bourbon a lot but too much bourbon will put me on the floor. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveC Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 WOW! That's a bunch of HP for that hull, I'll wave at you when you blow by me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuddyBottomBluz Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 I agree with above, just a smidge over powered. That being said my e-tec 250 would make a better combo, trade ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleChief Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 This is a terrible idea and a good way to ruin a master angler. I believe it’s only rated for 175hp, so stick with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 Be careful and enjoy it.... JJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabear Posted October 19, 2020 Report Share Posted October 19, 2020 Let’s make bets how fast that 18 master angler will go . Those Master Anglers have never been known for speed . I say 62-65 mph on a GPS fishing ready . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplec Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 15 minutes ago, dabear said: Let’s make bets how fast that 18 master angler will go . Those Master Anglers have never been known for speed . I say 62-65 mph on a GPS fishing ready . You might be close on that. I think thats about what the "new" redfisher does with a 300 which looks a lot like an MA hull. But...there are those that like to modify the classics and go fast...have ya seen this one JR Customs of Islamorada did? Got a few ponies on her too 🐎 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabear Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 That’s a good looking boat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilemaker Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 the biggest factor for its top end will be if it has a pad or a pocket on the transom. a pad will allow it to get up and go. not sure how bad it will chine walk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabear Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 37 minutes ago, smilemaker said: the biggest factor for its top end will be if it has a pad or a pocket on the transom. a pad will allow it to get up and go. not sure how bad it will chine walk I am fairly sure the 89 had a flat transom with a very shallow pocket without a pad . Maybe 18shallow will post a few pictures of the rear bottom of the boat so everyone can see it . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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