Test driving the Intex Seahawk 3 raft with a Suzuki DF2.5 hp outboard motor (short shaft version). I wanted to see if the Intex style rafts could handle the power and weight of a small outboard motor. In my case I was very disappointed, and don't recommend using a gasoline outboard with these non-rigid inflatable rafts. I want to be able to go a bit faster in an inflatable raft, so in my case I'm now convinced I need an inflatable Dinghy to pair with my Suzuki 2.5 hp motor.
With the Intex raft I show how to adjust the trim to compensate for the lack of rigidity, but I stop short of a complete modification to the raft, but some form of overhaul would be required if you wish to utilize a similar motor. The raft would need some structure or rigidity to handle the power from this engine.
I did two trials at Orchard Lake, Michigan. On the second day, we explored Apple Island, by doing a complete circumnavigation of the island.
10 июн 2021
