GaFullCircle Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 I am looking to repower my 2001 Hewes Redfisher 18 with either the Mercury Pro XS 115 or 150. If I go the 115 route which gear case would provide better performance, the command thrust or standard? The 150 appears to way around 80 pounds more than my current 130 Yamaha; however, the speed would be a nice trade off. Tough decision, hoping for some guidance from the knowledgeable MBG gurus. I would like to be close to the 50 mph benchmark with the 115, boat is light, no poling platform/ powerpoles. Any feedback would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernWake Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 If running a trolling motor/not poling why not go with the larger engine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Seither Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 My son is running a XS Pro 115 on a 203 Excel Bay boat, 4 Blade PT Prop Manual Jack Plate no Tabs for a little over a year now fuel economy is great 35 MPH into the 6 MPG range, topped out 2 men and gear about 44 mph, gear case I'm not sure I'll check with him tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fsu11 Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 If you want to be in the 50s go with the 150, otherwise your looking at mid 40s for top end. I've got a new suzuki 115 and hit 43-45 consistently but wish I went with the 150 as I have the need for speed but budget didnt allow at the time. I also have an 01 Redfisher 18. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaFullCircle Posted May 8 Author Report Share Posted May 8 Should I be concerned about the extra 80 pounds of the 150? The Pro XS is around the same weight as a 2 stroke 150; however, don't want to jeopardize the integrity of the transom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fsu11 Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 3 hours ago, GaFullCircle said: Should I be concerned about the extra 80 pounds of the 150? The Pro XS is around the same weight as a 2 stroke 150; however, don't want to jeopardize the integrity of the transom. plenty of Redfisher 18s with 150s and ive seen a few with 175/200s even though its not rated for it. I dont think youll have any issue except youll have a bit more squat in the back and may comprise a little draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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