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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Still Afloat" data-source="post: 502246" data-attributes="member: 32426">I have a Merc F25 Jet.   I pushes my Lowe 1448M around Ok but, it’s a heavy 196 pound motor.  The F25 has a 30hp powerhead and a heavy pump.  My boat needs podsto balance out with the F25 jet.Your boat bare bones without rigging is a good 400 pound heavier than mine.  Unless you need a jet for shallow water stick with a prop outboard. If you bought a Suzuki DF25A the weight is only 143 pounds with electric start. That’s over 50 pounds lighter than the F25 and you will get better performance from a prop.</blockquote>