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March 26, 2023 at 8:41 am
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It depends on if you want “period correct” or picture correct. Period correct would be a Holiday Bronze and white Johnson. Picture correct is a 1960’s 40hp. The bigger question is what are your plans for use? If you will just cruise around, 40hp will be plenty. If skiing and tubing are planned, a bigger motor would be wise. Early to mid 60’s 75hp manual shift would be a good choice. I learned early to have a little more power in reserve, just in case. Think carefully and choose wisely, you will be a happy boater.
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