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Old 09-29-2008, 04:48 PM
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Default Re: Question on minimum power for my 75' 20 SF

I own a 20' Seafari with a 90 Mercury. Cruise at 24-25, Top speed about 33-34.

I used to sell SeaCraft boats new in the early 80's, and I rigged more 20' center consoles with 85hp and 115hp Johnsons that any other size motor. In fact, we rigged more 85's than 115's. My current boat had a 120 Chrysler on it when I got it.

So, yeah, a 90 will work fine. Just don't expect to outrun any fast moving squalls.
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'73 Cobia 18' prototype "Casting Skiff", 70hp Mercury
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