Need help to my V-20
 

Dear all i have wellcraft V-20 STIPLIFT 1986 I remove old engine and i work fiberglass to outboard engine but i dont know what engine i use i like to use my boat for ski and fishing
i live in United Arab Emirates
thank you
i am happy to be here in this nice site :love:

Welcome to the site....you probably get the award for a member being furthest away from the US. Most agree that a 150 HP outboard is a good fit for a V-20. It should let you do everything you want. Post some pictures of that 86 (same year as mine) when you get a chance.

Yes welcome to the site. I am curious where you will be using your boat, what the conditions are like, what type of fish you catch and all that...with pictures!

Welcome Shubbar. So cool to see another V20 aficionado half way across the world. Very interested, like RKC, about how you will use the boats in the waters surrounding the UAE. Had a gentleman from the UAE who lived next door to my dorm room at Indiana University back in the 80's. Real nice guy. Loved learning about the UAE from him.

I agree that a 150 seems to be the best overall power of choice among those with outboard engines on their V's. Many have 175's or 200's also, but I would think 200 would be the max.

In the time I have been on the site I recall folks submitting from Ireland, the UK and Puerto Rico. Anyone have an idea on all the different countries/US Territories represented by members of the site?

Welcome Shubbar,

I spend quite a bit of time in the UAE and my wife and I love the area.....Fishing is still great in Ras al Khaimah but Dubai has been hit hard since the currents were blocked by the palms.....you guys certainly have some GREAT boating weather

I agree with Wilson and Nipper. 150hp is very practical and won't break the bank on fuel. Probably put you in the mid 40's. Wait a minute, what does a gallon or liter of fuel cost over there? LOL

What Outboard DEALERS are close to you?...who will service after you've bought?...are you talking about new or used?...answers to those questions would play into my choice to repower your V-20...150 is good enough HP for your boat...175 will add some kick and 200 will REALLY put some pep to it...may be good for pulling up those larger skiers!!...

Thanks all about replay
 

Thanks alot for all friend replay me i buy Johnson 175 - 1995 and 9.9 Johnson for emergency if the 175 not work
to all my friend can you tell me is this Wellcraft V-20 good boat or not
i neef more info about this boat

Hey I am currently in the UAE can we meet? Whats your location? Post some pictures ...

Perhaps our opinions may be a little biased, but the V20 are great boats, nicely designed and built well. If you are asking specifically about your boat, make sure your transom is solid as you will be putting a lot of weight on it. Perhaps that was what you were referring to fixing in your original post.

rkc

Good choice on the motor...if well kept should give years of service..if it were me, I'd disconnect the VRO (automatic oiling system) and pre-mix my oil/gas...those VROs are known to fail and will toast your 175 if it does...

All V-20s these days are used boats...provided yours is in good shape (strong transom, solid floor, etc,) you have an excellent mid-tier boat...will preform and ride at it's best if you add trim-tabs...

Hi Shubbar and Welcome :clap:,,This site has alot of great guys on here with lots and lots of good information..Hope you stay intouch and send some pics

yes dear we can meet i am in dubai dera send me your mobile number if you like

Hey Mack!!...when ya hook up w/old Shabbar over there, ya might wanna fill him in on the use of the word "dear" in writing one another...hate to see the guy get himself misunderstood...:you:

Hey maybe Shubbar is of the female persuasion and thats exactly what SHE meant.

Now THERE'S an open mind for you...could be Mack's LUCKY trip...:hide:

I have heard the use of the word "dear" used like that in other parts of the world...

I have too, but I kept walkin'...:you:

With replies like 'dear" I back in FL ...LMOF

what happen
 

Hay I am MAN and i am 36y :bat:

:fam:

Take no offense, Shubbar...we just jokin' around a bit here...

Believe me, all here are glad to read your posts from the UAE...post up some pics of your V-20 when you can...:pic:

I know you are joking
 

thanks to all friend here for help i know you are joking lol
and i like to help any one come to UAE about fishing trip
regards
:hi:

Hey Shubbar...glad you checked back in w/us...post up some pictures of your V20 and some of your fishing over there...what do you fish for?...

I am assuming the use of the boat will be in the Gulf of Oman? How's the fishing there?