Should I trade my 88 Classic 50 for a 79 85HP Evinrude?

downsideup

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I have an 18' Cobia Sunskiff with a 1988 Merc Classic 50 on it. I don't have a way to measure top end, but it seems kinda slow at wot (I'm getting around 5000rpm with several people aboard). I'm considering a trade for a 1979 85HP Evinrude. Any thoughts or opinions? How big of a job is a motor and control swap?

I've been around other people's boats for years, but I'm a newbie boat owner this summer. This forum has been an incredible resource. Thanks!

BTW...can I post this same thread in the 'Rude forum or is that against the rules?
 
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