Commander pod pics

[ShaeMcLaren]

Hey guys I'm thinking of podding my commander 26 in the near future. I have looked through some old threads but some of the pictures are no longer available. I'd love to see some set ups including Tony's with the single 300 outboard. Recommendations on engine sizes and pod style are welcome! PFA

 

[Thunder21]

I would recommend at least 400 hp. I know a couple people have gone with a single 300 but it’s not enough power. If you have the budget, go even bigger. Commanders are a big 26’ and can hold a lot of stuff.

 

[ShaeMcLaren]

Thunder21 yeah I agree I'm currently running the inline 165 hps and I could see wanting more than 300hp. I was thinking of running 2x300 evinrude g2's

 

[Sir Reel]

Here is a few more pictures for you.

 

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Those engines look like they are sitting a bit low to me.

 

[Thunder21]

Those engines look like they are sitting a bit low to me.

The Suzukis or Mercs?

 

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The Suzukis or Mercs?

The mercs. However looking at the zukis in the water they seem low also but hard to make an opinion from that in water picture.

 

[Thunder21]

The mercs. However looking at the zukis in the water they seem low also but hard to make an opinion from that in water picture.

Yeah I think they are a little low. I raised them up 2 holes since the picture was taken but I may try going up further .

 

[ship happens]

Yeah I think they are a little low. I raised them up 2 holes since the picture was taken but I may try going up further .

It usually works out to around 1.5inch per foot of setback. Thats caviation plate and bottom of the hull relation. Depending on step level, or rake level. Have a look at the cavitation plates when on plane and trimmed out properly.

 

[trophywife]

twin 200's, larger fuel tanks, lower the deck, remove bulkhead.

 

[ShaeMcLaren]

Thunder21 and Sir reel who built your pods and who did your fiberglass work?

 

[Sir Reel]

The pod pictures are from someone else's boat.
Sorry don’t know who built them

 

[Thunder21]

Thunder21 and Sir reel who built your pods and who did your fiberglass work?

Hey, send me a PM