<VV> Vair Powered Boat Assistance

[Jim Bannister]

Hi Mike,
I'd add the Buick\Olds\Rover aluminum V-8 to your list.  They are pretty
light ca. 320 lbs. if I remember correctly.  While they are water cooled,
they don't need a huge radiator.  For the ultimate air boat, don't a lot of
folks use the 500 inch Caddy motor?
Jim B.

If anyone on the list has any information that could provide Mike, I'd
appreciate it.  Many thanks in advance


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Date:	Tue, 12 Apr 2005 16:24:44 EDT
Subject:	airboat power
To:	moreheadscott at yahoo.com
Hi there. Building an airboat 18' x 8' and considering different power
options. The old corvair engine came to mind, being air cooled and all.
Power to weight ratio is a consideration, so I am sure this is much lighter.
Are you familiar with any corvair powered airboat success stories? I am not
planning on something real fast, like some Chevy 454 boats I have seen. Like
150-200 horsepower would likely be fine. Thanks for your time
 
        Mike in Florida

Scott Morehead

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