Thanks, that's pretty cool!
I expect there is 800 to 1000 pounds missing from that boat with the missing cap, deck and console. I would bet that it would at least get up on plane and cruise with the rest of the parts installed based on the video.
Once upon a time, anyone on this or any other boating forum would have been quite proud to own a 20 ft Superfisherman with a 75 hanging from the transom. It would run in the 30's and suitable for offshore service, including a trip across the stream and a week cruising the Bahamas.
Today it's unsafe to venture offshore without 30 feet of boat and at least 2 engines; and a modern 20 ft v-hull boat with less than 200 hp is likely underpowered.
Meanwhile, a little horsepower and a well designed hull can still make for a great all around platform for inshore and offshore use.
Funny how perception changes over time.
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