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Old 12-08-2011, 11:30   #16
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Re: Fuel Consumption
45 gph is totally normal for some of thelarger private power yachts and even the larger sportsfishermen. It is appalling but it isn't unusual.
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Re: Fuel Consumption
yeah, even dual 250 hp outboards burn about 18 GPH, but they get you there at 40 mph!
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