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I think the confusion with the jet drive is that many folks think of jet pump equiped o/b's in terms of equivalent hp to a prop shaft.  Since jets loose about 30% effeciency, a 50 horse motor, with a jet pump, is equivalent to a 35 horse with a prop.  I.e., if you're boat is rated for a 35 horse prop motor, then you could use a 50 horse with a jet for the same performance.

As has been discussed and clarified several times, ADF&G defines the power at the powerhead, not at delivery to the water.

Message Thread:

• Kenai HP Restriction Alasken Feb 10 2005
  • Jet confusion, maybe this will help Paul H Feb 11 2005
    • HP loss of jet is AFTER the prop shaft Eggy Feb 11 2005
  • Still Confusing to Me Hillbrand Feb 11 2005
    • Once again Snowwolfe Feb 11 2005
      • The final answer Snowwolfe Feb 11 2005
        • Thanks Hillbrand Feb 11 2005