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Do any of you have scoops on your Checkmates? I'm thinking about putting them on my 280 Convincor. It has twin 454 mags with Whipples. I had to raise the engine hatch 3 1/2" to allow for the blowers. I want to drop it back down in place and give the motors more air. Any pictures?

Roger

any pictures? We want to see your pictures!

As soon as I figure out how to attach them I will. I know I'm a fine one to ask for pictures when I can't do it myself.:confused: I'll see some people that know how tomarrow. Maybe they can teach me.:crazy:

Storm,
I have a 260 convincor with a single 454 mag carbed.I was thinking about putting a procharger on my rig what do you think?

disturbed
I did quite a bit of research before I decided on the Whipple. I was going to go with the Procharger before I did a comparison. The Procharger will give more on the top end but won’t start to build boost until the rpm’s come up. If you prop your boat for speed then its hard to get on plane then when you reach about 3000 hang on because you get it all. The Whipple starts to boost at the start and is easy to control. I’m running 28p Q4’s and get on plane with no problem at all. Actually I come out easy because I don’t want to damage a drive. If I had to do it all over again, it would still be with the Whipples.:D

The only problem is the Whipple will add about 6” to the height of your motor and about three to the front. I had to modify the hatch and cut the seat support to make them fit but I think it was worth the trouble.

Oh yea, and compare the looks of a Whipple to a Procharger. I think you know who wins there. :cool:

Disturbed,
I have never tryed a procharger but no someone who bought a new boat with a procharger installed at factory .The engine did not last the season.I have heard of others haveing great luck with pro chargers
Dave

Thanks for the input dave.
Storm,
Where can i find out about whipples and price them?I need to get this done by spring(not that there is a certain 24 outlaw that i want to put to shame or anything).It always seems that i get go fast enough.You know what i mean?

I bought mine from www.superchargersonline.com. They had the best price I could find but no support. You can buy direct from Whipple also, if you are going to do the installation yourself. Teague sells Whipples too. They would probably be the best place to buy from if you have questions about what carburetor to use or if you need any other parts. Ask for Deno. They supply just about everything at good prices. Remember to insist on FeltPro intake manifold gaskets and have the carb boost referenced. Nothing makes my day like smoking a Baja.
:p

Good Luck

Okay I think I may have this right now.

A better one.

Sweat boat .
QStorm Do you like the 28?
Dave

Dave

I love the boat. It handles rough water well, is very maneuverable, easy to trailer and with the Whipples the acceleration and top speed is great. It’s going to be hard for me to sell it. Things are changing for me and I’m buying a larger boat. I wish Checkmate made something in the 36 to 42 foot range. What do you have?

Roger

Roger,
98 251 convinsor

Dave

That's a great looking boat. I like the docking lights.

Qt,
What year is the 28 .What size sonic did you buy?I was looking at The26 and the31 yesterday.Nice Boats
Dave

Dave

Ther 28 is a 1993. The boat wasn't titled untill 1999. It sat on the showroom floor untill then. The trailer is a 1999 Eagle. It never had one before that. It worked out great for me. I wanted a new boat but didn't want the new boat price.
I'm getting a 386 Sonic. I'm selling my place in Michigan and putting the Sonic in a slip at the Hammond Marina, IN. My home is just south of Chicago and I will be alot closer to the boat. I can't wait for spring.:D

Roger

QT,
The 386 is a awsome boat.How much are you asking for the 28?
Thanks
DAve

Dave

I was going to ask $62,000. I'm going to be going out your way soon to pick up the Sonic. Its in Maryland. I could deliver the Checkmate on my way. :D :cool:

Roger

Qs,
Not in the bugget this year:( .I wish it was.
Dave