C dory 22 with twin yamaha 40's

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jordanclarke

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Hi everyone

I'm going to hopefully buy my first c dory tomorrow. I'm looking at a 2008 c dory 22 cruiser with twin yamaha 40's. just wondering If anyone can let me know what the yamaha 40 are like and what kind of speed they Cruz at. Is the yamaha 40's a good choose?? [/list]
 
I don't have Yamahas but I do have twin Honda 40's and are very happy with them. In talking with other owners with Susukis and Yamahas I wouldn't expect any significant difference in performance. Speed will depend a lot on how much weight you carry and your props but expect cruise to be between 12 smph and 20 smph. I'm heavy with 11" four blade props and cruise (75-80% or less of WOT) 12 to 18, usually 13 to 15 depending on how heavy (6 people plus spare parts/props/anchors etc for Lake Superior on the boat is not unusual). A friend who travels lighter usually cruises at 16 to 18. Top speed very light is 30 but at normal load is 26 for me.

Jay
 
I have an 06 22 Cruiser with twin 40 (carbed) Yamaha's. When I was first looking for a boat, I didn't even think about twins vs singles.

I probably run heavier than most, but do cruising not fishing. So how fast. That will vary (as stated) with weight, and prop set up. Typicaly for fast cruising I run at 4200. there is a nice sweet spot there, and it hums nice. Speed is about 14 to 18 knots. Speeds are from the GPS and vary with tidal current mostly. My favorite cruising speed is about 2000 and it is about 6 knots. (The lumpy things don't come at you so fast that way. :twisted:

Advantage Yamaha, If you are traveling in Canadian waters, you will be able to get service and parts easier than with Honda.

Advantage Twins, Everything :lol: You will love them. Control, redundancy and they look cool too. Go for it.

Harvey
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Ahoy there, jordanca'ke. I'm about a year behind you with a CD 26 Venture and twin 90's. Looking at Yamaha, Honda and Evinrude. Your 40's are in the "midrange" engine category, as are my choice for 90s. From what I've gleaned, and from years using a circa 1970's 2 stroke Yamaha on a dinghy, Yamahas are a solid choice and new outboard engines have come a long way which translates into "all good". Unless you land a lemon. Look at proximity for dealer support.
With twins, I was concerned with not being able to get counter rotating units to balance torque, improve handling, etc. Apparently, this is no big deal with smaller setups like these boats and power plants. Maybe I'd think twice about it with twin 150s or above. Weight distribution on board, stern and engine trim tabs seem to be the solution with non-counter rotating twins IF they seem problematic at the helm.

Good luck.
Aye.
 
I have a 2009 boat with twin Yami 40's and love 'em. I have always been a fan of Yamaha outboards and up here north of the border it does seem to be the engine of choice. Lots of dealers and maint shops.
I run my boat heavy with lots of cruising gear onboard (only 'cause I'm to lazy to take it off). I like puttering at 7/8 mph and when up on plane, 17/18 mph feels nice. The fastest I have been is 25 mph and still felt there was more if I wanted it. I never bother with calculating the speed/revs ratio as that changes all the time due to the weight you are carrying. So Yamaha twins get a big :thup from me.
Martin.
 
Well I bought the boat is great in very very good condition 2008 121 and 129 hours and fully loaded. Bought it in port Alberto b.c will post pics and info once I get her named!!!!
 
Seeing where you bought the boat suggests you are Canadian. There is a C-Dory Rendezvous (C-Brat Get Together) at Sidney BC marina September 6-7-8. You would certainly be welcome and it would give you a chance to meet other C-Dory owners, gossip, steal ideas and in general have a good time. Even if you cannot bring the boat consider coming, its great fun. You will find information about it under "Vancouver Island Gathering".

Oh, and bye the way...Congratulations on your new boat !!!

I have been given special dispensation by Neptune as 2nd deputy asst. Rev. to offer a naming ceremony and would be happy to conduct such a ceremony for you; all you need is the name, some greenery and appropriate adult libations.
 
I have twin Honda 40's on my 22 and am very pleased with them. I agree with what has been said above and would only add that from what I have learned the Yamahas are excellent motors and their primary advantage over Hondas is their dealer network and availability of parts.

Carpy
 
Welcome to the small, but select, group of twin Yami 40's owners. You will not be dissapointed. Look forward to seeing some pics of your baby soon.
Martin.
 
Twin 40s should be great! I have twin 45 hondas (have been told on several times the only difference from the honda 50 is the sticker) and there has never been a shortage of power - ever. I bet you are going to be pleased as can be with them as yamaha has a great reputation for building quality equipment.
 
Took the boat out today and it ran better then expected. People say c dory pound but compared to my last 6 aluminum boats like Hewescraft and fishrite the c dory was smoother. Just hit the trim button bow down a little. Boat Cruz nice at 18mph at 4200 rpm and I hit a top speed of 27.5mph. Really love the first ride in her!!
 
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