Restoring a 1989 Sea Nymph GLS195

[JPB]

Does anyone know what is the weight limit of the transom on a 1989 Sea Nymph GLS195?

 

I already replaced the plywood decks with Aluminum diamond plate.

 

Currently it has a 1989 Mercury 100hp 2 cycle engine. The horsepower rating on the boat is  listed as 140hp.

[Prof T]

I put a 90 hp Mercury 4 stroke on mine with a 9.9 kicker without issue.

[MCF]

I had one for several years that I put a 90 four stroke on, no issue.   But I also had the transom rebuilt because it was shot.  Have a 191-CC project now that will eventually go the same route.    Have no concerns as long as the transom is good and not rotten.

[Shakemsam]

Hard to say as transoms were always rated for HP, not weight. Originally maxxed for a 140hp 2 stroke Johnson. I think they weighed around 340lbs. Your diamond plate floor effects your hull capacity more than transom.

[nysrx01]

I just did quick search of all manufacturers in 1989 that made a 140 hp motors and they all averaged at about 400lbs in weight. If you have a new transom I would say structurally it’s rated for 400 lbs. 

[kman05446]

I have a 1992 GLS195. It has a 90hp Johnson and a 9.9 Yamaha kicker. on it. No issues at all. Enjoy the boat! 

[Between the lakes]

My friend has a 140 yamaha 4 stroke and a 10hp mercury 4 stroke kicker on his.