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Old 09-24-2013, 10:38 PM
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Arneson drives or bravo xr setup for a 308 skater, what would be the best package for running in the great lakes ??
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Old 09-25-2013, 06:41 AM
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I don't think you can beat arneson drives on that boat, there faster and handle bigger power better. Look at what the 30 prototype boat did with arneson drives. I don't know what you plan on using for power but if you use something big I would be much more comfortable with arnesons over bravos.
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Arnesons no doubt, plus Rik is awesome, he will help you out every step of the way!!
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Old 09-27-2013, 10:44 AM
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Thanks guys, I've been looking into it for a month or so was still up in the air with what would work better in the slop I find my self running in my area most days
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Wanted to run 600 to 700hp range I'm a merc guy but would look at other stuff too
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Originally Posted by boo
Wanted to run 600 to 700hp range I'm a merc guy but would look at other stuff too
You can run the Merc 700's if you'd like and couple it to our #7M Kits and you'd have a fast reliable boat and still have the Merc power you desire.
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Old 09-27-2013, 04:31 PM
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Merc charges a hefty up charge for their motors if you use a competitive drive system. Enough to afford Smith Power!
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Old 09-28-2013, 02:24 PM
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I agree but for those that want Merc power this is the best scenario.
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I'm not stuck on merc power I just know they build a good product and service can be done all over, I've run outboards on all my boats so it will be a big change no matter what
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Unfortunately and this is a very unfortunately, we cannot get a set of Brad Smith motors any longer. That being said there are other options for engines other than Mercury that can make you happy, or we can find a means to skin a set of Merc motors to make it happen as well.
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