View Poll Results: 1997 2.5 offshores or 300x's
2.5's
20
27.40%
300 X's
53
72.60%
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2.5 offshore's vs 300x's
04-19-2006 | 05:29 PM
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Re: 2.5 offshore's vs 300x's
Since neither engine is available any longer.......... what is the purpose of this thread?
The only available engine at this time in a 20" configuration is the new 300 Optimax. which is more civilized and powerful than either the 2.5 or the 300x, albeit in a lower RPM range.
If we are talking about used motors, the 300 x has more parts available...... and some are still in extended warranty. In addition based on my own A-B comparison on my Skater. The 300x has more top end....... and contrary to the earlier post.....more acceleration than the 2.5 280. There is a slight increase in stern weight....but that is easily remedied with weight placement in the boat. You will have a much more useable rev range and available torque with the X motor.
Good luck
T2x
The only available engine at this time in a 20" configuration is the new 300 Optimax. which is more civilized and powerful than either the 2.5 or the 300x, albeit in a lower RPM range.
If we are talking about used motors, the 300 x has more parts available...... and some are still in extended warranty. In addition based on my own A-B comparison on my Skater. The 300x has more top end....... and contrary to the earlier post.....more acceleration than the 2.5 280. There is a slight increase in stern weight....but that is easily remedied with weight placement in the boat. You will have a much more useable rev range and available torque with the X motor.
Good luck
T2x
04-20-2006 | 04:30 AM
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From: Monroe, LA
Re: 2.5 offshore's vs 300x's
Originally Posted by berns29scarab
this thread was started approx 1 year ago and ressurected
07-21-2006 | 07:24 PM
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Re: 2.5 offshore's vs 300x's
New 300 Optimax's look awesome. I'd get those instead of any of the higher-revving recent 2.5's any day. Sure, they are a bit heavier, but they'll last MUCH longer, plus I'm sure you'll have a warranty as well.
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