Brider
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I am getting ready for my second season with my new tin. The motor that came with the boat is a 2004 mercury 4-stroke 9.9 long shaft and will not get me up on plane. Part of the issue is that the motor sits too far down into the water. I am planning to buy a new 4-stroke and although I am not looking to win any speed contests, I want to be able to get up on plane. I am looking at a 20 hp. I want something light enough that I can move it on and off the boat on occasion (120lbs ish max). I also know that a short shaft will fit the boat much better. Anyone with experience with this size boat/motor that can let me know if a 20hp will get me on plane and any idea of top speed?
USCG plate is missing as well.
The boat is an 86 Valco. 16' long and the floor is about 48" at the widest point.
Also does anyone have an estimate to what this boat weighs? Sorry for the poor pictues, the boat is currently under about 6 feet of snow.
USCG plate is missing as well.
The boat is an 86 Valco. 16' long and the floor is about 48" at the widest point.
Also does anyone have an estimate to what this boat weighs? Sorry for the poor pictues, the boat is currently under about 6 feet of snow.