[Stinky_Hooker]

Yeah I apreciate the input and Im not at all mad.

Just wanted to know what Seacrets meant. I value all kinds of input. *8)

I seen it coming in the harbor later that day and actually towed him in as he broke down about 200yards from the dock. *::)

True be it I was out in a chop in the boat so i dont know the detail of how it handles at sea, but judging from mine I cant see where its gonna hurt me that much.


Some numbers I found..


2006 models Johnson

V4=335lbs
V6=391


I cant help but feel a good V4 compared to what i have will be plenty of motor, but the weight difference between a 4 and 6 is nothing. I have taken dumps that weight more than that.

I know these are newer (maybe lighter) motors, but my plan is to repower with a 99ish or later outboard anyway or a completely rebuilt early-mid 90s *model.

A shop here in Mobile will build me an ALL NEW V4 for around 2100 r a V6 for around 25. (they supply motor) I have had work done there before and they are great people. Also, my buddy just *bought a 150 V6 built by them for his ski boat and loves it. They did all new internal and electronic parts and repainted it as well. They stand by their work and warranty too.


I think thats a pretty good price for a "new" motor with a warranty. ?


onward....I have both batteries in the back port hatch and I keep my shrimp trawl in the starboard one so that adds some poundage too.

I am thinking about moving the batteries to under the console? Thatll ditch at least 100lbs and the ice chest up front will make a BIG difference as I have had it there before and loved it.


How much does a stainless bracket with platform weigh?

I know it weighs enough that I dont like moving it around. *::)

at least 100-150lbs?