From a couple of pictures I saw, the formula looks a bit like the V and a bigger boat would be nice for the ocean. I’m glad you’re not boatless.
Interestingly, I got my ‘85 V-20 almost 20 years ago from a guy with no mechanical ability beyond changing the oil (for which I’m grateful), when it quit running. He’d used it in the ocean off California fishing. He replaced it with a new 23’ Striper walk around and told me later that the V was a better boat in the ocean. Unfortunately mine is collecting dust until I can get back to it for a thorough clean-up and a few maintenance items.
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 Scott, Portland, OR '85 V-20 I/O, Merc 170
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