repowering my V20. need some advice

[taqwache]

Originally Posted by macojoe

Transoms are the same size on these boats no matter if they came twin or single, but might have been configured different.

well after looking at some more pics closely, this is what i am talking about the different kind of outboard transoms.





these are just the first good pics i could find on the gallery. mine is configured like the second pic with more room for 2 outboards. has anyone used 2 115s before? if so, how do you like them.

I concur with Mac, sounds like too much weight. Plenty of motors out there for under $10000 that you are thinking of spending. Guys on this board are always finding 150hp+ motors for under $5000. Look for a 175hp+ that's what I would recommend for skiing.

These V20 hulls are great and versatile. If you have the time and knowhow, you should consider restoring one that has been handed down to you from family an honor.
You will be happy and proud all said and done.

[macojoe]

When rebuilding the transom you want to stay with a 25" transom for a 25" shaft motor, this will be your best option.

Thats what I meant by different configuration transoms. I would stay with a single motor and get a kicker if you feel the need.

[Airslot]

You guys have overlooked one big thing so far. On a 25" transom you would hang 20" motors if going twins. If you want those 25" motors you would have to rebuild the transom to 30".

[spareparts]

good point air, personally if i had the money, I'd put a 175 Suzuki 4 stroke on the back of it and take a litle extra money and buy Sea tow to get back in if soemthing goes to crap

[Jetty Rocker]

I have never heard of 26" shafts either however, if they DO exist, you could probably mount them in the top holes and be okay (for a single engine). I built my transom to 25" them mounted my engine in the second mounting hole which probabaly raised the engine 1-2 inches. Also I have seen and old Maco and an old Grady with 2 right hand engines. However I agree that a single 150 or 175 would be your best option.

[Jetty Rocker]

I have never heard of 26" shafts either however, if they DO exist, you could probably mount them in the top holes and be okay (for a single engine). I built my transom to 25" them mounted my engine in the second mounting hole which probabaly raised the engine 1-2 inches. Also I have seen and old Maco and an old Grady with 2 right hand engines. However I agree that a single 150 or 175 would be your best option.

[cterrebonne]

i have 740 pounds hanging off the back of my boat and the boat can handle it but, and i mean but, do not do it if you dont have trim tabs. then it will ride horribly. i wish i had twins on mine. in a perfect world and you were going with twins. dual e-tec 90's would be freaking sweet.