Fellas,
I had a Honda 20hp go devil that looked damn near new, and ran like it was new as well.
I came on here and asked about the best boat, I was advised for a 1644 or so, I thought ok and went looking for a boat for the mud motor.
Well, in talkin with some other rednecks and what have ya I wound up trading the Honda 20 gdlt for a vangaurd 16 gdlt and a particular hunting/defence item I have always wanted.
I like the deal I made, the vanguard is in good condition, a little more used than the Honda, but not a whole lot more. Runs smooth and idles well. The 'item' I traded additionally for being a 'semi' and what have ya is badass
So now I need a different boat tho, I was lookin for 1644 range for the 20 honda, so now maybe a 1436 or 1544?
What do old mud dogs like y'all say? Is a 1544 too big for the vanguard?
Can I put me and the kids in a 1436 safely? I am 210lbs, add all 3 of the brats up and they might weigh 200 or so all together, the dog another 45. Is that too much for a 1436? I fish small rivers and cypress swamps in south georgia, seldom mess with big water.
Opinions?