I am considering selling my 02 Ranger 185 with a 150 Merc XR6 and buying a nice used Allison 2003. Have seen some for sale without an outboard, hence this first question: Are the new four stroke Mercury outboards too heavy to install on these 20' hulls and if so, are the lower units that are available going to be suitable for these hulls? I have never ridden in an Allison but have always wanted one. Another question is, do these boats have flotation similar to the Ranger models? What might I be giving up when trading up to the Allison? What year did Allison start building their boats all composite (no plywood)? All responses are appreciated and I thank you in advance.
David G