SF20 I/0

[chatham]

Any feedback on the SF20 I/O's. I saw one this weekend in a harbor in Harwich, Ma. I really liked the lines with the I/O. I see that there were not that many built. Does anyone have any feedback on this model? What are the chances of actually finding one for sale. What is the performance like compared to the OB models?

Thanks for the help.

[nestorpr]

There's a few of us here with the 20 Seafari but most are OB's. Mine has the original Mercruiser 140 but has been rebuilt twice. Now it's seized up and may be replaced by a new machine, maybe even a Volvo D3-160 if I can scrounge up enough money for it. If not it will probably be a Mercruiser or Volvo 135hp setup.

When it ran it gave about 31 mph at 4500 rpm which is plenty fast most of the time. Economy wasn't that great since it's a 1970 engine, I imagine the newer technology engines will be a lot more economical. She navigates really well and is a proven fish raiser.

There are a couple of them for sale but with OB's. I don't know exactly how they run but I imagine they'll be a bit faster but I agree with you, you can't beat the lines on the I/O!

Mine's been restored and has a newer transom (in 1999)and stringers. It just needs to have the under gunnel inside panels replaced (they're made of plywood and is delaminating under the sun) and a bit of paint. She's sitting on a 3 year old aluminum tandem axle Continental trailer in great shape. If you're interested I may part with her for the right price since it's going to be a long time before I can repower her and I don't want her to deteriorate too much while waiting for a new engine.

You can see her at the gallery and send me a PM if you're interested.

Trayder, since this became an indirect sales pitch if he takes it I'll donate the $25 ASAP.

[TUGBOAT]

Here's an Old post.There out there & I agree those I/O's look sweet! I prefer more room,butttt. Here is an Old thread of Blizzards SF20 I/O.Maybe He still has it & will Still part with it? Just to show Ya the lines again!
Blizzards 20SF
Scream'n Reels'
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[stevebrownell]

I ended up picking up Blizzard's 20SF I/O last year. Since then, I've done a good amount of work to it, will finally be posting pics of the transom work, new console, scuppers, and full re-wire sometime in July.

With the right prop, I can get an honest 38 mph out of it, via GPS reading.

Paul (Blizzard) put a new mercruiser in the boat prior to selling it, since then, it's been great on fuel, which is pretty important these days. I think I'm getting about 3-4 mpg, avg.

It's not as responsive at lower speeds than an OB-powered boat, but it's great in the slop, backing up, and just cruising.

Email me if you want pics, I have a few available now.
Love the boat, it always gets a few looks at the ramp. Fewer though if the wife is wearing her fishing bikini....