engine for 16 ft bayliner capri question

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SkyPaw

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Hi
I am new to the forum.
I have so many questions and yes I read almost every thing on the forum.

I am thinking about buying a used 16ft bayliner capri with an out board engine. The boat is for $300 and interior need to be done - no engine.
Primarily I want to use it for sea water fishing close to the shore but from time to time I want to take my wife for a spin - nothing fancy - no towing or water sports just a ride.
My main question is:
How many hp the outboard should be? - I don't need speed just enough to get to the kelp beds and back and be safe. I know lame but I just need a fishing boat and I like the bayliner shapes.

Cheers
Skypaw
 
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jdsgrog

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Re: engine for 16 ft bayliner capri question

do you know what hp rating the boat is rated for? It's usually recommended to get the motor that is nearest to the max hp rating. I would think at least 75 percent of the hp rating would be sufficient for your purposes. If you can post the year of the boat, someone might be able to better help you.
 
ezmobee

ezmobee

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Re: engine for 16 ft bayliner capri question

Yeah check what it's rated for. I think most of them came with a 90. It should perform well with that.
 
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