Re powering.......again hows a 200hp on v20 do?

[steplift20]

I agree with you better to have and not need than to need and not have,,BUT I always check the weather,look at the sky notice the wind and am never tofarfrom the dock , one time I was at the mud buoy with my sons and the weather started kicking up and I left got back in time to not be in any trouble but I can see that happening ,very good point Destoyer

[Destroyer]

Originally Posted by steplift20

I agree with you better to have and not need than to need and not have,,BUT I always check the weather,look at the sky notice the wind and am never to far from the dock , one time I was at the mud buoy with my sons and the weather started kicking up and I left got back in time to not be in any trouble but I can see that happening ,very good point Destoyer

I do the same on the checking the weather. This storm I was talking about just came up outta nowhere. The day was forecast to be sunny and clear as I recall, and truthfully, the storm was over in about 45 minutes. Just one of those sudden summer thunderstorms that happen every now and then.

[steplift20]

45 minutes is to long to be in a storm any time is to long to be in a storm

[brisboats]

I just picked up an 84 Cuddy with a bad 3.7. Thinking about putting in a warmed over V-8 5.0 or 5.7. Hoping for mid 50's.
Brian

[bgreene]

Mostly joking about speed in the V.......as the newer 150’s deliver the best fuel economy and total performance. Also as with most all boats this size and vintage, lighter is better ....

Couple of things I do like about the 200Ho on my V21.....
1. I tend to run the ocean beach miles hunting the bite and the fast cruise speed of 35-40 mph on calm days cuts travel time / increases fishing time.
2. Heavy load ....a non factor with 4 people, full fuel, full gear, curtains up boat rides the same if not better from the weight.