High HP 27ZR
 

Will this little boat handle, say 700-800 HP:evilb:

Anybody got any info?

Somebody has GOT do do it!:party-smiley-004:

I just got back from a 90 mph ride in my 26ZX. I am thinking that the ZR would be a blast

It's an option for a 525 from the factory. If you got that option I believe it came with True Kplanes. I think 6's or very low 7's would be the biggest you would probably really want to run in it. The 525 should have the boat @ about high 70's to very low 80's, so I would think with a 600 is hp you would be in the high 80's & with more you get the picture. I dont know to be honest exactly what you would encounter with the power that you are asking about as I dont believe it has been done to date. I also cant tell you for certain how many are out there with 525's as the main power was & is a 496 mag Ho that usually has them running 68-72 mph in most waters.. :)

Hope that helps you.. ;) Jamie

Hey Jamie how havew you been I havent heard from you in awhile??

Just asking because I love the sound of big HP...

If the 26zx will handle it, why shouldn't the ZR?

Hi Jamie, I have sold a few 27ZRs the 496/HO will run 72mph the 525 runs 80-81 mph and If I owned on I would throw a big motor engine in her the hull is a little more stable then the 26ZX, lower to the water and Kevlar hull, Donzi will most likely want you to sign waivers. The K-Planes would have to be changed to the larger Planes and I would go with a Stand off box. I could see the 27ZR hitting the Triple Digits mark.

You will see it. Maybe in the spring.

Some boats get too light in the ass end. I don't think that will be so with the ZR but I will find out. It has a lower profile and should be more stable. The 26ZX will break 100. I am getting close. Mine pulls pretty good to 95. It is still clipping off 0.5 mph intervals when I run out of sack. It is very stable to 85. I run mine to 90 or so a pretty good bit. It likes a little chop. On glass it slips around at 90 like your are running on marbles. With a chop it feels well planted unless it hits a bad side wake. If that happens then look out.

Im doing well. I have 2 other companies that we also have now, so I m keeping quite busy these days.. :D

Hopefully you are doing well too :) Jamie

The zx is heavy & takes a good bit to push it as fast.. ;) Jamie

I know & you are correct as well.. I just personally like the ride & space a bit more over the 27zr.. But thats just my likes. Thats why I bought a new 26zx instead. It was a close call between the 2 for me though as both are great runners in that size. :) Jamie

Are you looking for another boat already Bill ? :) J

Jamie I agree on the ZX, I had a choice between the ZR and the 33ZX NO Contest. My wife fell in love with the cabin and she may not be the fastest boat, but you can stay overnight, watch TV, Get around the cabin and enjoy coves.

Absolutley.. :ernaehrung004: They are an excellent combo & value, especially now.. ;) Jamie

Nah ....Bill has his ride dialed in right! It is I who is considering a motor swap from my 28 Zx into a 2 ZR...just looking for the right deal to come along and then I will be dropping a 830 Hp procharged motor in to the ZR and see what happens.....if you know of one that is a good buy let me know



Bryan

For the right deal I am always a player. I have my hands in plenty right now and am very happy with my ZX. I thought Bryan did very well with his 27ZX twin step that runs in the 90's. I am sure his next project will be over the top.