New Guy just wanted to say hello and have a quick ?
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New Guy just wanted to say hello and have a quick ?
I have been snooping around this site for quite some time (May 07’).I haven’t registered until today because I was unsure/ timid of posting here (OSO in general) for the simple fact that the boat I purchased was not a “true” off shore boat in the eyes of many on here. But after reading in this section I think all of you that participate here can be a huge source of information/knowledge which I greatly appreciate.
That said I have recently purchased a 08 26’ Outlaw (hasn’t been wet yet). This boat is rigged w/ 525merc and all the options that come with that motor option (ordered w/ 1.25” raised X).
I have two quick questions to pull from the knowledge on this forum;
1) DOCK H- you have mentioned in the past that you are unsure of the stringers of new models(if I understood/read your post in context)….any chance you will expand privately (pm?). You may have explained/expanded on the issue in the past and I missed it…but being a new buyer…you only hear/read/fear the worst.
2) If I remember correctly there is another member here that has a 26 w/ a 600…We will be trying to dial in our boat this summer and would love to hear what you have learned with prop options if you wish to share.
Thanks for any info. I really enjoy this site and certainly this section. Ton of great Info
H.
That said I have recently purchased a 08 26’ Outlaw (hasn’t been wet yet). This boat is rigged w/ 525merc and all the options that come with that motor option (ordered w/ 1.25” raised X).
I have two quick questions to pull from the knowledge on this forum;
1) DOCK H- you have mentioned in the past that you are unsure of the stringers of new models(if I understood/read your post in context)….any chance you will expand privately (pm?). You may have explained/expanded on the issue in the past and I missed it…but being a new buyer…you only hear/read/fear the worst.
2) If I remember correctly there is another member here that has a 26 w/ a 600…We will be trying to dial in our boat this summer and would love to hear what you have learned with prop options if you wish to share.
Thanks for any info. I really enjoy this site and certainly this section. Ton of great Info
H.
Last edited by HR26OL; 04-10-2008 at 05:01 PM. Reason: raised X
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Welcome to the site and to the Baja family. Don't feel timid about posting any questions you have here. I think a lot of the "baja bashing" that goes on around here is mostly in good fun. You have a great boat with a great setup and you should be very proud of it!
That being said, I'm sure Dock will respond sometime next week as he is in Texas for the Lake Travis Shootout.
I can tell you that there is a gent on this site that has repowered his 25 Outlaw with a 525 named "Wildcard" and I'm sure he can be a good source of information for you. I believe he will chime in shortly and has seen some impressive numbers out of his ride.
That being said, I'm sure Dock will respond sometime next week as he is in Texas for the Lake Travis Shootout.
I can tell you that there is a gent on this site that has repowered his 25 Outlaw with a 525 named "Wildcard" and I'm sure he can be a good source of information for you. I believe he will chime in shortly and has seen some impressive numbers out of his ride.
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Hey! Welcome to the site. Congrats on the purchase -525 is a great motor!
That raised x will help a lot, ask WildCard - he knows all the tricks to make these puppies roll.
I'd bet you could spin a 26 B1 to the moon. I'd guess a standard 28 B1 might be a little tall for the 525 but a labbed 28 would probably work well.
Where are you located, when are you heading out for the maiden voyage?
That raised x will help a lot, ask WildCard - he knows all the tricks to make these puppies roll.
I'd bet you could spin a 26 B1 to the moon. I'd guess a standard 28 B1 might be a little tall for the 525 but a labbed 28 would probably work well.
Where are you located, when are you heading out for the maiden voyage?
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I have been snooping around this site for quite some time (May 07’).I haven’t registered until today because I was unsure/ timid of posting here (OSO in general) for the simple fact that the boat I purchased was not a “true” off shore boat in the eyes of many on here. But after reading in this section I think all of you that participate here can be a huge source of information/knowledge which I greatly appreciate.
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Okay now that I have all of that off of my chest I don't beleive I can help you out an ounce on proping that that boat Good luck and see you on the water
John
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welcome a board, well what did the boat come with for a prop and that was a good idea on the raised x. my 24ol picked up about 4 or 5mph I think cause I changed my carb to a custom 1050 dom. and just talked to mrhorsepower Dean about a new carb intake for this summer to get 700hp out of 670 I have now, orI may pick up a sister motor thats a 572 1000hp. I don't plan on hitting the water until july any way. art
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Should come with 26 pitch see if you dealer will let you try a few different props 26,28, maybe a Hydromotive if they have a few. You should have a screaming boat on your hands.
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Welcome to the OSO board. 26OL is a cool boat, and the 525 is the perfect motor to get the most out of it! I´ve love the motor´s character and it really delivers.
I take it you have also got the (standard on blue motor upgrades) Latham full hydraulic steering and K-planes options.
The higher x is definitely the right option, as it is the conservatively low drive that stops the boat gaining speed as it reaches mid 70´s. You should be looking to use all the revs and get the peak performance at just below the 5350 revlimiter.
25/26´s (and most single Baja hulls) respond best to bow lifting props, and that means the Bravo 4 blade is the first place to look. Starting with a 26", which is probably what Baja specced onto your boat. The original Merc labbed props free up some more revs at the top end. I like the way the boat runs in the rough with a labbed prop, as it doesn´t bite the water quite so hard but still stay connected at all times (unlike many 3 blades).
As with all blue motors, the 525 will have an hour or two of running time already from the factory. The tolerances on those motors (and the fact that Merc Racing know how their customers want to drive) mean that they can handle more abuse than most. However, be patient, and break the motor in nice and smooth. It will reward you for it.
Even so, the factory manual actually allows you to wind up to 4500 rpm( bursts), which is enough to get to know the boat.
Once you´ve had the oil changed after 10 hours, you can start to look for speed. The non-stepped hull can be disappointingly slow on smooth water. You need a little chop to loosen the boat up, but keeps your eyes on the watr at all times. Above 70 mph on choppy water in a 25 footer is where that "speed changes you" thing starts to happen......
Listen to the boat, and understand what it does in different conditions, and then start trying out some different props, depending on what revs you are seeing.
Welcome to the OSO board. 26OL is a cool boat, and the 525 is the perfect motor to get the most out of it! I´ve love the motor´s character and it really delivers.
I take it you have also got the (standard on blue motor upgrades) Latham full hydraulic steering and K-planes options.
The higher x is definitely the right option, as it is the conservatively low drive that stops the boat gaining speed as it reaches mid 70´s. You should be looking to use all the revs and get the peak performance at just below the 5350 revlimiter.
25/26´s (and most single Baja hulls) respond best to bow lifting props, and that means the Bravo 4 blade is the first place to look. Starting with a 26", which is probably what Baja specced onto your boat. The original Merc labbed props free up some more revs at the top end. I like the way the boat runs in the rough with a labbed prop, as it doesn´t bite the water quite so hard but still stay connected at all times (unlike many 3 blades).
As with all blue motors, the 525 will have an hour or two of running time already from the factory. The tolerances on those motors (and the fact that Merc Racing know how their customers want to drive) mean that they can handle more abuse than most. However, be patient, and break the motor in nice and smooth. It will reward you for it.
Even so, the factory manual actually allows you to wind up to 4500 rpm( bursts), which is enough to get to know the boat.
Once you´ve had the oil changed after 10 hours, you can start to look for speed. The non-stepped hull can be disappointingly slow on smooth water. You need a little chop to loosen the boat up, but keeps your eyes on the watr at all times. Above 70 mph on choppy water in a 25 footer is where that "speed changes you" thing starts to happen......
Listen to the boat, and understand what it does in different conditions, and then start trying out some different props, depending on what revs you are seeing.