Hello All; I have a Sunbird 1987, 18ft Eurosport I, merc 3.7L, 1987, 165hp, 4cyc. with the alpha one drive. <br /><br />The boat weights 2300lbs, I wondering what kind of performance I should expect. Assuming the engine is running in top condition.<br /><br />Will it have a hard time pulling a skiier up, with 5 people on the boat. The boat is rated for 6 people @ 900lbs with 120lba of gear.<br /><br />I hope it will not, but I will find out in a few weeks when I beem it ready for the water.<br /><br />What kinds of speeds should I expect?<br /><br />Thanks In Advance,<br />Shawn