engine too big for boat?

[pulleyman123]

I have a 1986 16' sea nymph. Right now it has a 50hp motor, which is shot. I found a really good deal on a 115hp. Would this motor be too large for this 16' aluminum boat?

 

[JB]

Re: engine too big for boat?

Yes, much too big.

What convinces you that your 50 is "shot"?

 

[5150abf]

Re: engine too big for boat?

Concure, your boat is probably rated for around 70 horse, 115 is way over.

It would probably put up with it for awhile then you will tear the transom out of it and be looking for a new boat to.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: engine too big for boat?

agree with JB, 50's are hard to kill.