...and now for something completely differen't (new Kayak)

[Fiskadoro]

Originally Posted by Billy V

Jim,

I have the 6 HP Nissan/Tohatsu for my porta-bote, it is a very economical motor that will give you some reserve power if needed.

The weight is 55 lbs and it can be transported on its side without leaking.

I'm sure you would have the fastest kayak in Cali.

I was thinking more along the lines of one of these:


JetCat P-160 turbine complete with starter includes:

Jet-tronic ECU (fuel control electronics), GSU (Display and Programmer), LED I/O board, Miniature fuel pump, Electronic starting gas valve, Electronic Fuel valve, Fuel tubing, tubing connector set, filters, and cable set, 6 cell 1250mA battery pack , Starting gas tank, Turbine mounting clamp, RamTec compatible, Detailed instruction manual, Thrust: 34 lbs @ 128,000 RPM

Weight: 3.34 LB
Diameter: 4.4 inches
RPM Range: 32,000 - 128,000 RPM
Exhaust gas temp.: 650°C-770°C

Hey you can't beat the weight to thrust ratio!!!

This guy definitely has the right idea:



He's got a nice street legal bug.