22 Cruiser auxilary power

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My 22 Cruiser has twin 50 hp Suzuki outboards. With twin engines I have a level of safety from an engine out situation as long as it is not fuel related.

I plan to carry a dinghy (at least on longer trips and in Puget Sound) and a small outboard for it. I think the safest, logical, and easiest place to store/carry the outboard on the boat is on the transom. I already own a Fulton spring loaded removable motor mount, a couple mounting brackets, and a 1980 Honda 2 hp outboard engine.

I've used the Honda and Fulton motor mount on two sail boats, a bass boat and I use the Honda on canoes occasionally. My Honda is direct drive with no neutral or reverse except to pivot it around 180 degrees.

I'm considering up grading to a newer 2 hp Honda to get a twist grip throttle and centrifugal clutch (neutral) for the dinghy. I'm sure it will be much nicer and safer than my older direct drive outboard.

So my question is, what is the minimum hp required to push a 22 cruiser? In a total power out emergency, let's say in calm water, not a storm, will a 2 hp outboard push a 22 cruiser to the shore? Rather than buy a new 2 hp, maybe I should buy a larger auxiliary engine. I would like to stay with an engine that has a built-in fuel tank, but I'm not aware of any larger than 2 hp.

My 2 hp Honda would push my relatively heavy 16' aluminum deep-v bass boat a couple miles/hr. I'm sure it would be better than trying to row the cruiser to shore. Has anyone tried powering their C-Dory with their dinghy outboard and how well did it work? Or would you tow the cruiser with the dinghy?
 
Well it would really depend on a couple of factors, the biggest two being wind, and tide. I know with my 9.9 suzuki if the tide is ripping it takes quite a bit of throttle to keep my speed up. Add some wind from the same direction and I think you would be fighting a losing battle. In calm conditions I think you would make some headway. As far as towing, I think that towing from a dinghy would just add more windage, be less efficient, and if it's rough could even be dangerous. I would much prefer to stay in the cockpit myself. Nissan makes a 3.5 that weighs the same as a 2.

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Sark
 
Just thought I'd share that I'm buying a Tohatsu 3.5 (same as a Nissan) from EQ for less than what Cabela's charges ($865).

Warren
 
I had an 8hp kicker of our 22. Perhaps you should search The "Our C-Dory' link in the header above. Look in the 'power' column and see what others have. 9.9 seems to be the most prevalent kicker for the 22 footer.
 
My Merc 3.3 would move my CD22 Cruiser, probably about the same as rowing, but that would be on flat water, no tides or winds. If you are relying on any kicker as emergency power, then it should be capable of doing the job in an emergency, Which can not usually be planned to be in good weather, and favorable conditions. JMHO and it's worth what you paid. :wink:
Harvey
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Get the engine for what ever its primary function is going to be. If it is going to be for powering the dinghy then get the best engine for that. Don’t worry about a comprise engine so you can use it on the 22 also. You already have two engines on the 22 and a VHF radio. If you lose both engines, drop your anchor and call for help.
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I agree with Dave on this one. If you're really worried about losing both engines due to a fuel related problem, create a system that will allow the twins to each draw from a separate tank through their own filters and water separators. Thataway Bob has mentioned this in previous posts.
 
You are going to have a problem putting the bracket with the kicker on the 22, which already has two 50's---plus the excess weight is probably not the best idea. Carry the dinghy motor on a bracket in the cockpit- (look at my photo album).

I used a 3/ 3/5 hp Nissin/ Merc on the CD 22 for a "kicker"--it would move the boat at 3 knots in calm water. Agree, don't worry about a 3rd source of power--get a Sea Tow member ship--and learn how to trouble shoot the engine, fuel, electrical power system.

I personally prefer a direct clutch engine, rather than the Honda cintrifical clutch.
 
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