jet conversion

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by sambo, Feb 14, 2006.

  1. sambo
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    sambo New Member

    i am looking at building a new boat which i would like to be jet powered.
    my idea is to buy a 4m ski boat and put in a 3 cylinder 1200cc jet ski motor in it
    (120-140hp) i would like to be able to use the same jet unit fromthat motor but am unsure if it will work, i have sum people saying it will work and alot saying it wont. i like the idea of using at jet ski engine as they are light and reasonably cheap and easy to get a hold of. a lot of people say that the jet drive is to small for the size of boat. if this this is the case is it possible to marry a diferant size impeller and jet to jet ski motor. any info on this would be great!!!!

    some pics of the boat im looking to use can be found at
    http://www.viperhps.com/
     

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