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My 1966 Sakonnet was powered with a 1971 100 HP v-4 Evinrude when I bought it and during the entire 15 years I owned it. I don't know what the weight of that motor was, but it handled the weight and power just fine.

I bought a 70 Yamaha new back in the 80's and mounted it on a 15' Striper. It was one snappy boat with that much power. My original plan was to mount the 70 on the Sakonnet, but the 100 Evinrude ran so well, I sold the 70 with the Striper.

Personally, I would opt for the Etec.

Doug Vazquez