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Originally Posted by colesfamily
Thank you all for your replies.
Now I have another question...We purchased a used 12' aluminum rowboat which has evidence of having an outboard on it at one point but the seller can't tell me what size motor was on it. Do you folks think a 10hp is too large? Would a 3-5hp feel zippy enough or would it be a laggard? I'm a 190 lbs. and often I'll have others with me, at least one or two others. Thanks again.
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Usually there is a plate on or near the transom that lists max weight and power. 8-10HP is probably about right for a 12' boat. I'm assuming this is a v-hull and not a flat-bottom/jon boat?