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Listen, I understand why you all are against twin engines but the reality is, it can be done! Coming from a guy who ran a single 200 for almost a decade and now has twin 200s. I personally know 3 guys running 23 cc with twins and all of them love their boats. Me included. Is it the most economical? Is it needed? NO! But come on guys, different strokes for different folks. Don't run the guy off CSC like they do over at that other boating site. This site is so awesome and is a bible for us SeaCraft owners. Guy owns a SeaCraft, he must be alright.
With that said, IMO I would not go through the hassle with twin 140s. Not enough power for all the excess weight. I don't think the boat would even plan with one motor but enough to push you home. Exactly what MrFrank stated above. I would look at 150-200s. Weight on those motors are the same but a bit more than the 140s. Also check availability as most of these motors are back ordered. I believe Yamaha would be close to 2 years out on fly by wire 200s last time I checked.
Bottom line, go big or go with a single 300. Big ass tub on the bracket for flotation. Call Lawrence at Armstrong and he will know exactly what you need bracket wise. Kick as much stuff forward as possible. Also, really consider the size of the fuel tank. I put 130 gallons in my boat. I run all over the place and never will burn that much fuel. I ran over 90 miles in a day fishing and boat still had a ton of fuel. Could have easily kept it at 100 gallons and been fine. Something to consider with the fuel efficiency of these four strokes in addition to weight distribution.
If any of you guys are ever in South Florida, let me know. Happy to take you for a ride on my boat. Hopefully I'll be able to make one of these SeaCraft outings one day so at least I can have a drink with you while catching heat for twin engines!
Good luck with the boat! Ton of work but a gem when you are complete.
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