1959 Dorsett Catalina power?

dorsett59

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Hey, all.
Anyone here know how much horsepower a 17 foot Dorsett Catalina was designed to handle? I'm looking at upgrading from a vintage 1959 Evinrude 50hp. Fifty hp is okay, but I've been looking at some 70hp motors, as well.

Thanks for your input.
 

JDs Dorsett

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Re: 1959 Dorsett Catalina power?

According to info I have read, the 16.8 ft. Dorsett, otherwise called 17 ft. catalina Cabin Cruiser is capable of up to 85 hp max!, I have a 70 on mine but have not tested yet. good luck
 

abbyrocket

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Re: 1959 Dorsett Catalina power?

I've seen one with a Merc 1150, and I just bought one with an 1150 but haven't had it out yet. Check that transom!

Phil

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