Bush we are just both old enough to have seen alot of great ideas slowly turn to dust.

I appreciate the OP's desire to use what he has but there are just much better options for him, that hull as a bare boat is close to one of the most desired

There have been a couple I/O 20's for sale both SF's and Safari's in the last year that probably didn't sell - look back- it would get you on the water years ahead and many dollars ahead. Even trying the inboard on one of those would put you ahead

I just came across a 23 sceptre hull for $1000 and was considering an inboard conversion myself. I have extensive knowledge of inboards and plenty of people who could help me with any issues I may run into. Would that be a silly idea to try that conversion on a sceptre hull? All the inboard powered 23's I've found for sale are not cheap and I know a conversion wouldn't be either, but at least I can spread the cost out by doing it myself. What do ya'll think? Sorry to butt in on the thread but this one seemed like a good one to ask on.

23 is a much much better platform for adding weight. I'm sure you could find the pocket dimensions from someone here.


I'd think the 20ma would be a better candidate for some jetski jet drives :)