06-15-2008, 11:49 PM
A 14' Deep V is the smallest I would go. And I mean Deep V. Not some flat back boat. It will have the deep transom and need a 20" shaft motor. A welded hull of .10 thick aluminum is the best but there are great boats made from .06 as well. There are also plenty of riveted boats out there that are just fine.
I have been holding out for a 16'. The difference is huge. I'll know it when I find it.
Motor? On a 14' you want at least a 10hp. But you will be much more satisfied with a 15 if you are going to trailer.
For a 16', 25 to 30 hp is a good combo. Make sure that the motor is in tip top condition or replace it. I will not except a motor without electric start and an alternator.
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I have been holding out for a 16'. The difference is huge. I'll know it when I find it.
Motor? On a 14' you want at least a 10hp. But you will be much more satisfied with a 15 if you are going to trailer.
For a 16', 25 to 30 hp is a good combo. Make sure that the motor is in tip top condition or replace it. I will not except a motor without electric start and an alternator.
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