Hey, everything is relative right?

The 242 is a great boat and I would be content driving it around for another season or many years. Luckily now I'm in a situation where I could get the big one. When I was 17 or 18 in the mid-80s I remember going to the powerboat show in Annapolis and being in awe of the new formulas back in 1989. I also remember thinking....someday. Getting the 242 was also a big deal for me after 10+ years in Boston Whalers and then a small Sea Ray. I mean the 242 has big V8 engine and bolster seats. Coming from humble beginnings makes it all sweeter.

Not sure about the tow vehicle. I may get a used F250 to drop it in the water on the weekends or find a lift slip.

I also like the 330SS, seems like a nice compromise between performance and comfort. But I have read so not so nice things about Bravo III drives decaying in salt water.

Chuck

I couldnt agree more chuck, I got back into it a few years ago with my Donzi Z25, reaqquainted myself with them and had a blast, then went to the 311, had mad fun with it, and used it to teach my daughter about boating. Now with the Tiger arriving soon, things will be more relaxing...Rob

Mods..... They won't let me type that much

Formula 302. Forumula used to have the 302 and the SR-1 well now there is the Special adition Audiofn version

Every piece of wood is getting replaced on this boat. Every square inch repainted, Every fastener evey wire replaced. Fuel tank is out and new one going in. We are making a new dash that I think is more ergonomic. I also have new Mcloed bolsters, and will have to make my own back seat and blower hatch for it.

My new motors are almost ready to go on the dyno. They are 454's 30 over with 177 wiand blowers on them . They are built so that I can go much larger on the blowers if I want to and only have to change a few small things. We are hopeing to see some were around 575hp out of them. Should make this old girl get up and dance. IF it ever sees the water again.

First picture is what I started with. Looks better in that picture then it was. The old owner had taken the stripping that looked like Hellen Keller put it on and actually ran it OVER the bottom paint and all

Next picture is what it looked like after I had painted the sides and bottom with new Gell coat.

Last picture is the new dash

If you look at the middle picture that is Dads Porsche all coverd in dust That will lern him for leaving it in my shop

86' 357SR1, Surface Drives, Pumped 454's(could use more Hp) I get about 65mph on flat and pick up a few more on some chop. Sits on an Eagle Trailer that sits behing an 04 Silverado DM Diesel. Love the boat!! Currently sitting in the garage with the cabin interior pulled apart. I am redoing the lounge cushions, carpet, and installing a flatscreen. Also installion Aqua Mat carpet in the cockpit. Maybe next year I will trade the 454's for some 525's. Then it would be complete. What am I thinking it's a boat they are never really complete. If I had to replace it, I would be looking for a 353, 525's w/ext boxes.
One can never talk enough about boats!!! This pic is from late September in Northern Mi.(Torch Lake) almost 80 degrees!! Awesome fall boating. Can't wait until Spring!!!

Nice looking boat!!!

Dukenrock-
Thanks and Right back at ya!! That new 382 is killer. I bet you are looking forward to spring even more than me. That is if you not somewhere in the south already boating.
PM

[QUOTE=dukenrock]1. 2005 382 Formula (Just need to pick it up form Robert Nelem's!)
2. Lazer Graphics, 525's, Stelling Extensions, 26" 5 Blade props
3. Prestige Triax Trailer, 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 w Banks 6 Gun, 4"SS Exhaust, ATS Torque Converter w/ Trans Command, 19.5 Rickson Wheels, Air Lift Suspension
4.Maybe look at the new Hydro 6 blade props and alot of wax![/QUOTE/]

NICE!!!!!!!

Thanks! It's nice to see the older Formulas. They're timeless!
Maybe going to take a ride to Alabama this weekend and drop off my '01, pick up the '05. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. Never been in one with 525's.

Should be a great ride!!!!

Duken those things can ride insane once you set them up right.

Jon