Re: Will it float?
It'll float, unless that 55 hp is a Homelite 55 4 stroke, those old things weighed in at 230 pounds. A 55 horse 2 stroke shouldn't be too much heavier, but you will need to look at your weight distribution, move some weight forward to counter the extra weight. You will also not be able to put as much other weight in the boat, and you will need to pay close attention to the trim of the motor, and learn how it handles. Lastly, you need to make sure the transom is in tip-top shape, to not only handle the weight, but to handle the the force of leverage the more powerfull motor will place on it.<br /><br /> I think you will be fine, but just remember you assume all responsibility for any injury to anyone aboard the boat by violating the horsepower limit, so you should ask yourself if that extra 15 horses is worth the potential fines or imprisonment if someone gets hurt or dies. Goota love liability....