I wouldn't go above the maximum rated HP for the dinghy. For an eight
footer, I would guess that would be about 8-10 HP. Personally I prefer
Yamaha motors as you can get parts for them everywhere, but it's highly
dependent on where you plan to cruise.

-- Geoff

Courtney Thomas wrote in news:41C6EAB2.4010003
@joimail.com:

For a 10 ton modified keel [cutaway forefoot] GRP sailboat, what is
suggested as a probable optimal size outboard for freeing up the
described vessel upon grounding ?

I realize all the power you can get may be a good thing, but given that
the dinghy is only about 8' long, what's realistically recommended ?

What brand ?

Appreciatively,
Courtney