Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

Congratulations Flat Out. It looks just like my dad's old boat. He traded it with 1500 hours on the original Merc 260s and drives. Great boat! His was an '83. A couple of not so great pics.

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

Anyone else have a suggestion for props with same set up on an older 272? Especially something proven that worked for you.

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

Congratulations I love that feeling of taking delivery of your almost new boat!

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

I would run the boat for a little bit and get used to the way the boat handles, get some numbers speed,rpms. Also play with your drives and tab settings. Once you feel comfortable with your ride go to the prop section and give them you info and a little $$$$


good luck

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

My 242 with twin 350's had 23 B1 props that seemed to work well.

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

I too am a new proud owner of a 1984 Formula 302 SR-1. Powered by twin 502's and 4-blade Intimidators! She will cruise about 60MPH and kick it at 77MPH!!I will post a few pics later!!

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

The one thing to remember is that your drives are NOT counter rotating like a twin engine Bravo. You can negate most of the tendency to pull to port with cavitation plate zinks with skegs turned slightly starboard. Never let go of the wheel. Check the bottom for hook or rocker, it's there. The 272 flies off waves better than any other boat I have ridden in. It is extremely well balanced.Joe Murray

Re: Woohooo! New formula owner!
 

I too am a new formula owner. Just got a 25 SC Express, 1984 model, in exceptional condition! My wife inherited it from her brother who died recently. He had recently taken off the outdrive to repaint it. Now I am trying to figure out how to put it back on the boat! :eek: