You might want to check out what some guys get for performance numbers with 175-225HP outboards, like Bigshrimpin. The lower weight on the transom is a plus for seakeeping. I have to think the mileage is good, too. The 25 foot seacraft seafari only came with 105 gallons of fuel capacity, so you might rethink what 1000lb of fuel would do to the handling of a 23 footer, and the lack of that 1000 lb when the boat is empty.
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