is 50 hp merc too much?

[LaAngler]

I had a weld-craft semi-v 1548 it was my favorite one, it was rated for a 50 hp. Had another 15 42 alweld with a 3 cyl 50 and i could have used more motor at times. It's the weight in the back that hurts you, go as light as possible. i bet the hole shot on that efi is slooow.

make sure and get the .100 thickness hull (short transom + 50 TLDI 15 in shaft = 40+ mph top end & less porpoising)