Identifying Horspower, 5.0LX - Maxum Boat Owners Club

Mad Max · 06-28-2007, 05:10 PM

As I got this boat used, I have not been able to identify the horsepower ratings (nothing in the manuals). It has a 5.0LX w/4bbl carb.

Is there any identity numbers or a chart listing the horsepower ratings?

Thanks in advance,

jimbenton · 07-05-2007, 02:03 PM

Hey Madd
Did you ever find your horse power rating yet? I have a 5.0 liter motor
as well but mine is a MPI version its rated at 260 hp
hope that helped.

Mad Max · 07-06-2007, 04:42 AM

Not yet. So far that has not been a priority but still on my 'to do' list.

Flying_Maxum · 07-06-2007, 03:04 PM

I believe the shop manual I have lists horsepower ratings for the different engines, I will check it out when I get home, unless some one else beats me to it.

Flying_Maxum · 07-07-2007, 05:58 PM

according to the Clymer shop manual, the 1995 5.0 LX is rated at 205 HP at the propeller shaft.

Mad Max · 07-09-2007, 12:19 AM

Thanks for the info. I've settled in with a 15x15 aluminum prop. Gives the best overall performance. I may purchase an Aero prop (torque sensing) in the future but $$ will put that one on hold. They are made just over the border in North Idaho and are extremely efficient and well made. Just expensive. I'm sure I would 'recoup' some of the costs with fuel savings.

Bold sailing to you, Arrrrgggg!!