The old Tohatsu wasn't an option because of the weight and a 15" transom. I saw one youtube video that compared the older Mercury (same engine)with the newer one and it had the same top speed.
I've heard of a 30 Mercury on a 12' Allison doing 50 mph with an 18p chopper prop. I'll let you know the difference between the 30 and my 25. I don't expect the same attention to detail but I might be surprised. I do expect a smoother idle and a little more power. The hull is rated for a 30 and I have insurance on it so that's the biggest I'm going to go. Plus the weight factor
I've heard of a 30 Mercury on a 12' Allison doing 50 mph with an 18p chopper prop. I'll let you know the difference between the 30 and my 25. I don't expect the same attention to detail but I might be surprised. I do expect a smoother idle and a little more power. The hull is rated for a 30 and I have insurance on it so that's the biggest I'm going to go. Plus the weight factor
