Recent content by starflite58

Just looking for some input on matching a trailer to a 12 or 14 foot boat. I have a 12 foot boat now but may someday go to a 14 footer. Using a 9.9 four stroke on the boat. I am looking to buy new. I can only find new trailers in my area set up for up to 16 footers rated for 1200 lbs, it seems...

Thank you for all your input. I appreciate honest, unbiased recommendations from people who are not trying to sell me their product. I hope to bring this boat back to where it belongs. I intend on using it on a couple of the Finger Lakes in western NY where there is a 10 hp limit. Thanks again.

I have a 1958 Starcraft Starflite 12 foot aluminum boat I am looking to match up with a outboard motor. I cannot find a capacity plate on it. I did find a brochure that recommends 1-7.5 hp and approximate weight of 95 lbs. The transom is solid. I was looking at a new Honda four stroke 8 hp or...