Bravo 1 weak link

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01-11-2021, 12:18 PM

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Because it costs another 6 figures to rig them with something else.

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01-11-2021, 01:30 PM

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understand it's a money thing, but if you were to go that deep into the price of a boat & still having a mismatch ( hp. to the drives)....is crazy!

01-11-2021, 02:20 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Sydwayz

It's the loose nut behind the throttles that focks up the Bravo Drives.

Sound like Mercruiser warranty dept.
"We make the best parts and warranty available !!!!!"
"But You broke it, no warranty !!!!" Doh !!!!

01-11-2021, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by scippy

So what's the difference between a B1 & BXR ? ...when you see them rigged to a 650 hp. or more Cigarette's or comparable HI Perf. boats ......high 6 figure boats with Brvo drives...why??

Bravo 1 has Helical cut gears

Bravo XR has straight cut gears

The difference between a Bravo XR and a #6 is huge. IMCO SCX fills the void and is a great drive for boats designed to run a Bravo with 600-1000hp.