I had one of the 23's with the Volvo diesel, jack shaft to stern drive. It ran ok when it was light on fuel but, only made 15 knots/hr when full of fuel.Engine was rated at 120 hp. I don't care for i/o's in salt water so I made it straight inboard with a 454 Crusader. Burns 12-13 gph at approx. 25 knts.
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