Restored 20 SF and Optimax 135 Performance????

[gofastsandman]

Originally Posted by GoodChance

Changed directions ..... I'll most likely install a new Mercury 150 4-stroke on the 20 SF.

Weight of 150 vs opti?

[McGillicuddy]

About 25 lbs more for the new 4-s

[seecraft75]

I would look at the 140 or 175 Suzuki. Great engine good fuel burn

[GoodChance]

Originally Posted by gofastsandman

Weight of 150 vs opti?

The Mercury 150 weighs 455lbs. The Optimax 135/150 weighs 440.

The Suzuki 115/140 are about 410-420.

I am also considering the Etec 115 at 400lbs and the Optimax 115 at 380 as well as the new Mercury 115 4 stroke at 370lbs

As you can see, I'm all over the place 😊

If I was confident that the 20 SeaCraft with a raised deck (+3") and a raised transom and Nidacore floor could handle the weight of the Mercury 150, if probably go with it. But if the Seacraft won't plane under 18-19 mph with a 450lb motor on the transom, I'll find something lighter.

Thoughts??