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Subject:Re: Towing capacity with I4 conversion?
From:Stephen Steele
Date:Sat, 20 Jan 2001 17:05:34 -0500

Phil:
As the owner of the same size/capacity powerboat I can tell you it's not the
engine size/hp of the towing vehicle but the stopping capacity that you
should be concerned with.  My '93 *hevy S-10 with a V-6 tows with all the
power I need; it just doesn't stop worth a damn. "Almost" not safe.

> Ahoy there fellow Listees!
> Im thinking about towing a 15ft powerboat with 140HP outboard. How much
> towing capactity would i have if i convert my engine to 120HP I4 Golf motor?
> Is this not a good idea?
>
> Ball Park Ideas welcome
>
> Phil 84' all white westy
> "millenium flacon"