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Looking at Jon Boats-- need advice
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<blockquote data-quote="MrSimon" data-source="post: 295492" data-attributes="member: 5461"><p>I agree with the last poster. Bigger is better than faster. Since you are limited to a 9.9, you won't be breaking any speed records in any boat.</p><p></p><p>A 1448 is a great size and will do fine with a 9.9. A 1648 would be a little bit slower, but the extra space is really really nice.</p><p></p><p>Stay away from welded boats or boats made from really thick aluminum .... they tend to be heavier. Riveted boats are often made with slightly thinner aluminum than welded and will be lighter.</p><p></p><p>Whatever you do, make sure your motor is mounted/setup properly and in good running condition. And distribute weight evenly in your boat.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="MrSimon, post: 295492, member: 5461"] I agree with the last poster. Bigger is better than faster. Since you are limited to a 9.9, you won't be breaking any speed records in any boat. A 1448 is a great size and will do fine with a 9.9. A 1648 would be a little bit slower, but the extra space is really really nice. Stay away from welded boats or boats made from really thick aluminum .... they tend to be heavier. Riveted boats are often made with slightly thinner aluminum than welded and will be lighter. Whatever you do, make sure your motor is mounted/setup properly and in good running condition. And distribute weight evenly in your boat. [/QUOTE]
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