fuel economy

Jim M. · Post by **Jim M.** » Jul 31st, '08, 13:00

I have a '79 FBC with 454's. I know it depends a lot on loading, sea state, etc. but can anyone with floscan tell me what their most economical cruse RPM's are. Plan on installing fuel flow meters but havn't done so yet.
Thanks,
Jim M.

Rob C · Post by **Rob C** » Jul 31st, '08, 15:41

Full tower, lots of beer & stuff, we run 18 knots at 2800. End of the trip all said and done 1 per 1, sorry.
Rob C

scenarioL113 · Post by **scenarioL113** » Jul 31st, '08, 22:58

Jim

I just listed a floscan on ebay that will work for your boat, I had it on my B28 but am goin diesel and cant use it any more. Its the twin scan for twin screw.

Harv · Post by **Harv** » Aug 1st, '08, 08:08

31 Bahia Mar
2800rpm...... .85 mpg....... 22knots

Jim M. · Post by **Jim M.** » Aug 1st, '08, 15:25

Thanks for the info.
Jim

Carl · Post by **Carl** » Aug 5th, '08, 11:12

2800-2850rpm - 19mph - 18-20gph. Running light in flat seas ( 1/2 tank of fuel (110gal) 2 adults and 2 kids. 63 Express, 440's with a small tower.

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