advise needed on engine size for a V20

[mgraniello]

Thank you for your reply! If I convert to an outboard motor configuration does the boat handle any differently? Is it much different from having the I/O installed. I would imagine with the I/O installation it would handle and ride better because it was designed for it. However, the boat would have so much more room with out the engine box! How much can I pick up a good used 200 hp outboard motor for?? If I was to have the conversion motor mount installation done by a proffessional, how much do you think it would cost?