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Originally Posted by Nomad Willy
Art wrote;
“Therefore... unless any of us are doing poorly financially and need relief from our boat's fuel expense... the cost of fuel is usually a minor piece of "boat dollars" annually spent.”
If it’s so minor why all the obsession about it?
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Eric
Basically that question is the gist of my post. Seeing as in reality, for most boaters, fuel is miner a cost compared to many other costly items when they are added together. So, I too ask... why all the obsession regarding mileage.
Is it just for something to speak about; to discuss with few reasons actually why... because... your boat is gonna cost what it will for most of its expenses, including fuel. Unless many thousands $$$ are spent to repower. Even then, just figure
that cost in order to get just a little bit better mileage.
On the other hand: For some boaters fuel is a big portion of overall expense... those boaters cruise up to or sometimes well over 1000 + hours annually.
For the majority who place 100 to 200 hours under power annually... let's do a few figures.
100 hrs power at 5 gallons per hour = 500 gallons x $4 per gallon = $2000
200 hours at same stats = $4000 annual fuel cost
Docking at some mariners is well over $5000. Annual Insurance can easily reach $2000. Repairs and maintenance can quickly get into the $4000 range. Adding that up = $11,000 And, you've had no fun yet!
Now, when you spend a few grand on fuel... boating fun becomes reality!
Don't be afraid to spend some bucks on fuel; its the expense that provides fun. If necessary try cutting down on other expenses.