hydraulic drive

[bobbyv]

Hi,
I`d like to re-engine/re-transmission my 27`wooden displacement motor boat with hydraulic drive.
Where do I begin?
Any info,links etc. would be gratefully received.
I really am at the start of my quest for knowledge!
All help would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Bob Vince

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[Col]

Hi Bobby. The new breed of peniche (hire barges) on the Canal du midi use a trasverse mounted 1.9ltr Peugeot diesel with hydraulic drive. It's only good for about 6-8kph, whether that's due to governing or not, I can't say. I thought they sounded very harsh and noisey due to the pump. I don't know your thought process for going hydraulic, but I would choose a more conventional set up.

Speak to one of the mechanics at Crown Blue lines, on the du midi. I'm sure they will be able to tell you who produces these set ups. Sorry don't have a phone no, but international directory enq: should help.

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