Ford Lehman 4cyl 80hp out of a '72 Gulfstar 36MS

Discussion in 'Diesel Engines' started by mainsailman1968, Apr 26, 2017.

  1. mainsailman1968
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    mainsailman1968 New Member

    We had the Lehman 80hp pulled from our vessel.. What was the RPM of the motor at hull speed? I know the trans was a 2:1 reduction.
     
  2. Roland Anderson
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    Roland Anderson New Member

    I own a 1972 Gulfstar 36MS. The boat runs at 6.5 knots at 2200 rpm with an 18x18" 3-blade prop and a clean bottom.
     
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