22 Classic 500HP ???

[Zinger]

I'm thinking of :confused: upgradeing my 454 350hp to something between around 500hp has anyone gone this route ,was it worth the investment , what would be a typical speed you would see with a 500hp engine , is the boat overpower and unsafe at these speeds. :boat: Thanks for any input that can be offered . Jeff

[Carl C]

No, not too much power. I'd guess that 500 HP would get you around 78, maybe 80 on a good day. Do it.:yes:

[ChromeGorilla]

I think Carls right on.... 78-80 MPH.

[olredalert]

-------Zinger,,,,Think more in terms of torque as thats what really pushes your boat. Horsepower tends to lead one astray with big camshafts high compression and such, but if you build a motor for maximum torque you will like the outcome better. Oh,,the horsepower will follow along just fine............Bill S

[undertaker]

What Matty said...:) :) :) also talk to madpoodle he know a thing or two about horsepower and 22 classics:) :) :)


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