need suggestion on replacing an engine

i am going to repower my skeeter bass boat.the 115 hp on it now is just wore out and i would like to have more power.the rating on this boat is 140 hp. not many mfg. are making a 140 hp anymore.any information or suggestions on the 130,135,and 140 hp would be greatly appreciated.i want to stay away from the four strokes if i can.they are a heavier engine. this boat would handle a 150 hp but i cant find anyone who will install one because of the horsepower rating.if you know anyone that will let me know the dealers name. thanks for your help

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON Jul-20-06 AT 01:26AM (EST)[/font][p]you should see if you can find a merc 135 v6.it's the same block as the 150 and many will run comparable speed to the 150..
on the other hand find a 150 yamma and hang it yourself all your controls will match up and only takes about 2 hours if you take your time.i just did a yamma to merc switch in about 3 hours.if you fish any big tourneys you most time can't go over the rating next thing is your insurance

thanks for your help.i have been told that the mercury 135 optimax with a jackplate will run with the 150. any used 135 out there let me know

check with M&C Outboards in Shepherdsville,,I think I saw what ya needed on there motor boat. Plus if ya want one new they`ll give ya a good price. I`ll put any motor you want on that boat.

Meyer Boat Works
Doug Meyer
[email][email protected][/email]
502-543-7787

thanks for your information.i will keep this in mind.