Boat Advice

[RyanMac14]

So seeing all the posts from the mugger, the fast eddie express, the mamba etc. has put me over the edge. I need a better boat than my tiny 9 foot jon boat. So just looking for any and all advice in terms of motor. I am in central jersey (matawan) so not many gas options around me. I do like to hit spruce so should I just get a 9.9? Is that what most people have in order to be allowed on the limited lakes? Also, I know as long as you have your gas motor up and not connected to a can you never really have a problem, but i just cant find the actual law on it. Any other advice is greatly appreciated whether it be suggestions, tips and maintenance advice etc.