zx14

the ad list it at 750 hp, so he thinks it has the mags, but I forgot to ask. The ad does not say 7.4 mags just 7.4 mpi. If he is correct on the HP things sound even better. no? Is ther such a thing as a 7.4 mpi mag? I think not, although I have engine pics comming. I guess I can not post a pic, it says 7.4 mpi right on top, the air cleaners are cones ,kinda to the right side front of motor.chrome riser elbows on the exhaust.

Nightlife1970

One more to say take a hard look at Irishtornado's boat. Super clean and has one kick azz stereo in it.

Irishtornado

I took a look at the pic you sent me and it definately has 7.4LMPI's in it. Which are 310hp each so the boat is only 620hp and like haulinvols said will only push that boat in the low 60's.

jmeng

I would think you could find a late '90s 302 with 7.4s in the 50s if thats what you decide you want. Ditto what everyone else said, I would try to find one with 454 mags. I little more money now but you'll get it back on resale.

zx14

I assume the chrome elbow risers come with the captains choice exhaust on the 7.4 mpi?
I have to say, there is not much af far as boats with mags and low hours out here in the west.

jmeng

If you limit your search to boats on the west coast its going to be slim pickings. I'd expand out a little bit. Plane tickets are cheap and you can get delivery for $2/mile or less. Or just take a weekend and go pick it up. A lot of sellers are willing to meet you halfway or pay half of the delivery fee.

zx14

I have, there is not much out there with the higher HP engines.

haulinvols

That should tell you something. What is out there with the MPI motors has been for sale for a long time. If you will be happy with 60-62mph and would not have the desire to go faster or build the motors up then go for the MPI. If you would not be happy with that don't waste your time or money.

Even if you started with the cheaper MPI boat and built engines, added full hydraulic steering, larger tabs and other necessities, you will end up spending more than if you just purchased Dave's boat and it is newer.

TCBoss302

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zx14,

How about my '04 302 Boss with twin 496 Mag. HO's==850HP.....less than 100 hours!!!

zx14

There will always be someone faster. I am changing boats for comfort and freeboard. If I want to be the fastest, I could keep what I have and wax about everybody on this board. I am going to have to stay within my budget and get a sound reliable boat. Dont get me wrong, I thank you all for the advice. But my budget wont support the HO motors.

21' Daytona W/300X outboard 31" labbed.
111MPH GPS on 2" chop. slight headwind.