38 scarab 2000/w 502
03-17-2013, 10:38 PM
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You can install exhaust at $4-6k and unleash a little power (30 hp?) or install a pair of motors taken from something else (500efi/525efi/575sci) for $15k-25k and sell yours for $8k-12k. I did that on my last 2 boats. My 31' scarab had a continuous motor problem. Replacing both with good motors and selling my one good one netted me a cost of about $7k. My current boat was for sale in 2006 with 525sc's for $110k. I picked it up 1 year later with no power for $59k and bought a pair of rebuilt 575 sci's for $32k + installation (another $4k for everything)=$95k and they had 0 hours! Mike
03-17-2013, 10:44 PM
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Buy Beer,Raybans and always take at least three chicks with you ....... Forget doing anything to the boat except gas and oil.Those engines will work just fine for a long time and get you a honest 65mph in flat water. Have a good time with the boat and good luck !!!
Jim
Jim
03-18-2013, 07:37 AM
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I agree with cigboat1, pick up a set of K&N flame arrestors and if you really feel the need to add a few extra horsepower aftermarket exhaust like a kit from stainless marine or IMCO is a nice upgrade, then a little prop work should get you 2-4 mph. Or just leave it how it is. The 38 AVS is a realy nice boat enjoy it !!
