Prospector Kits

Exceptional performance, using a stock 1.8L automotive engine.

Prospector has plenty of payload. Either build it as an open boat or add windshield,  soft top, and a heater, and cruising comfort may be had. With a hull size of  8 feet by 16 feet or the preferred 18 feet, Prospector is a scaleup of the Vanguard  design, and uses a Subaru 1.8L EA82 engine. Prospector uses a drive similar  to the North to Alaska Explorer.

With a top over water speed of 46 mph with a 1.8L engine and fuel use of around  2.5 gallons per hour at cruise, this sev can run relaxed at 30mph plus speeds  on less than half power. This sev can haul over 900lb payloads over big and  small waters.

Total cost of construction, including engine and critical parts kits for Prospector  is $3000 to $7000, and some600 to2000 man hours.

Prospector, by Bill Slining, of Gig Harbor, WA. The sev is powered with a 1.4L  Subaru engine.

Three view drawing and Performance  plots:

This model uses the Subaru EA 82 or similar engine (260lb or less). This kit  is for 3-5 place, 46 mph top speed over water, 18 mpg at 30 mph.

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