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bimini run, I'm running a pair of 300X's, w/ Sportmaster l/u, great motors, change plugs, fuel filter & lower unit fluid that's it. Could you purchase boat as is than sell motors and buy a pair of 300 XS ? Check out Scream & Fly for outboards ! "HIGH LIFE"
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Originally Posted by bimini run
(Post 3030033)
Thanks for all the responses, that's exactly what I was thinking. And yes, I would have been running the boat in Great South Bay/Moriches Bay area, and once in a while out to Shinnecock and then Peconics. BUT, maybe I should re-think this. Every 100 hours to rebuild 2 is beyond what I would want to spend. And by saying watch where I run this boat, I guess you are referring to Checkmate's reputation for cracking? I did own an '86 Sportfire (16') and that had stress cracks like crazy. But I didn't think that would be a problem on a 30 footer. One thing you cannot argue with however, their gelcoat work is awesome.
Thanks again for all the responses, my son is going to be bummed! |
Originally Posted by mastercraft240
(Post 3030265)
The gelcoat is awesome.... when its not cracked a thousand different ways:eek:. I agree with lightspeed. He has a 29 progression that would run CIRCLES around the checkmate for way less money and along with way more reliability.:drink:
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I just listed our 28 powerplay with 300's. Great rough water boat
http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...o32369-en.html |
Originally Posted by cowisl
(Post 3030517)
I just listed our 28 powerplay with 300's. Great rough water boat
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are you looking at the checkmate at ocean outboard?
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Originally Posted by Indy
(Post 3030543)
I can attest to that!!!
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3rd......can't go wrong with a PP especilly with that set up....turn key and go
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Any idea how much it would cost to switch out the 250's for 300XS'? If i switched them out, i would also be selling the 250's so how much could they go for? And yes, i am looking at the one at Ocean Outboard.
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BTW, that last post was from my son, he is desperate for this boat!! But a good question, nonetheless. And what is it with Checkmates and stress cracks? I now own a 22 Baja Hammer with hardly any cracks at all. I did love my Sportfire, however.
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