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Unread 12-11-2014, 05:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Seaveyor View Post
I am about to buy a 1986 v20. I used to own a 1975 with a 115 evinrude that seemed to cruise ok. I really don't care that much about speed as I fish the back bay most of the time. The choice is a about the 115 or 150 four stroke yamaha. If I remember correctly the old boat weighed in at 1920 lbs. My sons are telling me that the newer ones are a different animal.
Ive got a F150 on my '85.....you'll need the 150 for the hole-shot. You'll be happy with it, I get great fuel econ outta mine.

My numbers: http://www.wellcraftv20.com/communit...ad.php?t=15394
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