How to verify proper HP for my boat?

[sabbathkeeper]

I was given a 14.5 ft speed boat and trailer from my best friend a couple of weeks ago as a birthday present. WAY COOL(I think?)!! It needs work. I've never owned a boat, tho I have rented and used small HP boats (7.5 HP).<br /><br />Boat info:<br />Mfg: Unknown <br />VIN: unknown, <br />Weight: unknown<br />Length: 14' 7"<br />Beam: 5' 10"<br />Current Steering: 1/4" vinyl coated cable to steering wheel(needs to be replaced and restrung.).<br /><br />I don't know how to post a pic of my boat, but I have them on my computer. How can I post them?<br /><br />Current Motor:<br />1968 Evenrude 85 HP w/manual shift.<br />Seperate Shift/Throttle cables.<br />(Also needs work - wiring harness, carb rebuild, ....)<br /><br />Any ideas on HP rating for boat?<br />Any helpfull tips? If the motor repairs are successful, I plan on repainting the boat.

 

[Mod2]

Re: How to verify proper HP for my boat?

Welcome aboard sabbathkeeper!<br /><br />I'm going to move your post over to another forum called "Boat Topics and Questions". You should get some help there.<br /><br />This forum is just for chat and everyday topics other than boating and engines.<br /><br />You can find the Boat Topics forum by going to the "Move to Other Topic" menu at the bottom of the page.<br /><br />Good Luck and feel free to join our group here at Dockside anytime.