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Unread 08-23-2006, 06:26 PM
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Default '74 wellcraft 20 fisherman specs?

hope it's ok to ask a question about a 20' fisherman :-) I'm wanting to repower from an in-line 1974 150hp merc to an '05 150 saltwater series merc. my "spec" plate is unreadable. can any one out there tell me what the max hp on this hull is?? i am concerned about the new (?) hp ratings and heavier weights of these late model engines. anyway thanks in advance if you can help. ps great forum here!!
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Unread 08-23-2006, 06:51 PM
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i know its 235hp on most of the newer boats. i think it was for 74 also but, not sure. maybe one of the members with an older boat can confirm that. with that said i know you can hang any 150 on there no prob. that is prob the most common configuration for that boat. just make sure you got a solid transom, no ,matter what size motor you run. welcome aboard and be sure to post some pics of ur rig. we like pics
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Unread 08-24-2006, 08:46 AM
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hope it's ok to ask a question about a 20' fisherman :-)
Stick around and you'll be amazed at some of the questions that come thru here...really, there are SEVERAL guys w/ "Fisherman'' V-20s here...

http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/...amp;id=page_17
This says 150 Max on a '75 and my bet is your '74 is the same...I'm a little surprised as I was thinkin' it would be 200...

Welcome to the board...post some pix of yours when you can...doesn't matter what condition...believe me, we've seen it all ;) ...
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Unread 08-24-2006, 12:49 PM
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Larry you will be fine . Back then your 150 was the big kid on the block . Very often the mid to early 70's boats were riged with twin 70's or 85's. Your boat will have no problem with the weight or H.P. . It may even weigh less .
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Unread 08-24-2006, 01:54 PM
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Thanks everybody-these answers have been very helpful and i'm planning on dropping it at the dealer for install next week-I'll try to post a pic or 2 when complete!
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Unread 09-21-2006, 10:58 AM
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Larry, any updates? Thanks :)
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Unread 09-21-2006, 02:18 PM
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well, i delayed the trip to the dealer in order to do some cosmetics, new rub rail, wiring & guages. should get her back next week... and hopefully post a few pix
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Unread 09-21-2006, 11:45 PM
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Larry: mines a 84 and rated for 200.

Welcome to the board and remember, we like lots of pictures.
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