is there anyway I could get a Dixie 35 on this boat? even positioning everything up front? 1448 with pods

Lose the pods & you could put any of the 23-27hp motors on it.

im guessing the pods have a negative impact ?

yes, they create "dirty" water. they cause a lot of tiny air bubbles, which cause the prop to cavitate or slip, thus decreasing performance.

crap. I guess im looking at a bigger boat then. Been looking at the Dixie I guess the largest I could fit is their 25. I mainly run 2 people but sometimes it can be 3 or 4. I spoke with ben and he said most people always come back wanting more performance. Thats where the idea came about getting the 35 hp with pods on the back.

I wouldn't put a 35 on anything smaller than 1644

You think the 25 would do it? be enough for at least 3 guys?

1st, I didn't know Dixie made a 25, thought they only had a 23
2nd, that boat with 3 grown men, gear, & deeks is gonna be a barge with any 23-25 hp motor

Had a buddy with a 27 PD on a 1442 Weldbilt that did ok at best with 3 guys & gear. Ran maybe 18-20 with 3 of us & no dog.

http://www.dixiemudmotors.net/23hp.html idk it says 25 hp kohler

thoughts on the mb 27 mini hd. looks short..will that come into play for anything ?
im sorry to bombard you with questions im just ready to buy one and im drawing the conclusion I need a bigger boat for what I would like to do.

I've got no experience with Dixie, but I'll tell you 1st hand, stay away from the 27 MB mini. Doesn't trim down deep enough in the mud, doesn't have nearly enough torque for the load you mentioned, & the frame is weak & prone to crack at the major structure points. Saw it on mine, as well as others.

It sounds like $ is a major factor on your motor choice. For the price range you're looking at, you'd be better off buying a 35 long tail & mounting it on the 1448 with pods. You won't be satisfied with the smaller motors & boats with the load you're trying to move.

money is not a major issue we were just trying to refrain to a whole new setup but that looks like what we are going to do. Buy probably a 16ft and stick a surface drive on it.

If your going to run 3 to 4 guys bigger is better. I run 27 PD on a 1640 and have run 3 to 4 guys. You have to take your time and it's tight !!

any recommendations on what type of hull to buy ?

Buy a hull from same company (gt motor-gt boat, pd motor-pd boat, etc)

I know a good fella with a 23 MB mini for sale in great condition. Would push that hull and two guys great.

I'm going to buy a new motor but thank you.

If theys only 400 dollar diff. In 25 and 35 id definitely go wit 35 and bigger boat

well im going to sell my rig and hopefully have a new one before next season. Get the dixie 1648 with a 35 on it. Should be a pretty nice setup.

Just curious, but if $$$ isn't an issue, why would you go with the cheapest built motor on the market instead of one of the better quality motors? I mean don't get me wrong, Winner's Choice will keep your feet off the rocks, but Nikes are a helluva lot better. Kinda like having enough $ for a Vette, but buying a Chevette instead.

open those books and do a little bit more homework there hand!!! Go buy u a gatortail and be done.

Yea lost camo u can lead a horse to water but u can't Make 'em drink