| What
type of engine do I need? |
With
Rib's this size Outboard propulsion is the
only viable option. |
| What
horsepower do you recommend? |
It
really depends on what you want the boat to
do and how fast you want to go. The 4.8 for
average usage, 40hp to 60hp is recommended.
The 60 Hp is the most popular engine for the
4.8, Giving excellent all round performance.
The 40hp is the most popular for sailing club
rescue. |
|
Single
or Twin Engines?
|
Twin motor's on this length
of craft is not usually an option due to
transom width, cost and weight. We can fit
twin 25hp Mariner's on the 4.8, But this
is costly. We really recommend the 5.3 as
the smallest size for twin applications.
|
|
Two or
Four stroke?
|
The four stroke's are the most
popular choice these days, we would recommend
40hp or 60hp. With the cost of modern four
strokes, ease of use, quietness and fuel
savings, the four stroke has overtaken the
two stroke in popularity on this size of
boat.
|
|
Can I
ski behind a Rib?
|
Rib's are
good general purpose boats and are excellent
for water sports. The 4.8 with a 60hp Outboard
will pull out a mono skier. Our new ski
frame is designed to give a higher pull
for Wakeboarding etc. We have also started
to use the new Evinrude E-Tec 75hp, we only
recommend this horsepower for a dedicated
ski boat.
|
|
Is it
cheaper to buy the boat and engine separately
or as a package?
|
You will find that our pricing
structure means that the package deals we
offer are extremely competitive. You also
have the added benefit of having the engine
professionally installed.
|
|
What trailer
do I need?
|
We
recommend a single axel Unbaked trailer |
