Shaft length on 18 Fisherman

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by jasoncooperpcola

I am looking at a 1982 Wellcraft 18 Fisherman. No motor no trailer. What size shaft motor do i need for this? Also are these pretty decent boats?

Keep us posted!!...sounds like this could be an interesting project...pics if ya can!!

Put a tape on that transom...only way to be sure...original owner could have ordered anything and previous owner could have DONE anything...

Generally a 150 is gonna be a heavier V-6, whereas a 140 will be a much lighter 4 cylinder...usually I like maxing one out w/HP, but this ones right on the pivot point for me...I'd have to look closely at a 140 for an 18...just my 2 cents worth...