20' Master Angler, Yamaha 115 four stroke

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Originally Posted by Cptn5245

. . . Had a conversation with the local merc dealer. He felt the 115 hp was not enough power for the boat. I do see other boats that are heavier with 115 hp power. The conversation left me confused. . . .

That's because he's probably used to dealing with modern 8' beam 20' boats built for 4S motors that are far less efficient than the VDH hull of a 20' SeaCraft that was built for motors of 300 lbs or less! They were often sold new with 85-115 hp motors back in the late 60's/early 70's!