Larger Gearcase on a 115 Optimax? Is it possible?
2007 115 Optimax on the 22’ Pontoon - I’m at high elevation so it’s a dog for the most part but I’m testing out props and figured to ask - can I just purchase an SEI 150+Hp Mercury Lower Unit and install it on the Optimax? Just like their more modern “command thrust” models?
and if so being able to spin a larger prop with better gearing get me any performance difference worth the hassle?
2008 Sun Tracker Party Barge 22
Optimax 115
Previous Rigs
2003 Tracker Tournament Pro V-18 - Merc 90
2010 Legend Alpha 199 - Merc 225
2006 Legend LE-186 - Merc 150
1982 Skeeter Starfire - ERude 150
Nope.
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2008 Sun Tracker Party Barge 22
Optimax 115
Previous Rigs
2003 Tracker Tournament Pro V-18 - Merc 90
2010 Legend Alpha 199 - Merc 225
2006 Legend LE-186 - Merc 150
1982 Skeeter Starfire - ERude 150
Get a 4 blade prop in the right pitch.
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