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There were a couple conversions being done to I believe sonics. What were the before and after results on performance #'s? I think Doller was doing the work?

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We have completed the 42 Sonic, and it has just gone up north. The initial results were very good as far as boat attitude, but until the 10 hour break-in period is up we will not have top speed results. I will keep you posted. The second conversion is underway, this is a 38 sonic, here are some pics, the second engine went in yesterday, and we will let you know as soon as we have some testing results.

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It's mine and I'm waiting to see what the first set of numbers are like :D .
PS. One pair used bravo HP transom assemblies are for sale-25 hours-call Doller Offshore

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Engines in, drives going on, we will be hooked up and running shortly, preliminary water test next week.

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those stainless rams look sweet, a lot nicer than the aluminum ones merc uses!

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Yes, all of Konrads componants are top notch!
Oops, got my Mercury racing blue toenails in that photo!

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Lookin' good Mindi! :D

Paul flogged those drives at many poker runs last year with no problems. Now he is installing Brodix heads and more boost, and he's not worried. This conversion is worth every penny.

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toe nails painted to match.... :p

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Phil,your eyes must be blurry,the stainless rams are the external hydraulic steering rams,My imcos look the same,Smitty

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Those are bullet proof drives and a great looking installation.

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Do your toes match all your customers motors? :drink: :drink:

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Well, I try..Will have to get Purple/Yellow this weekend to match to outside of the boat!
Anyway, Exhaust going in today...

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Was told sea trial later this week :D .

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Doller Offshore took her for her maiden run this afternoon-Got up on plane much easier, held close to the same speed and rpm for her cruising speed. They can't run flat out until the break in period is over.They will retest again later this week when it stops raining.

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Cool :cool: They look great.
I'm not aying if I am talking about the drives or the toe nails. :p :D

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Here's a before photo.

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OK, now I have the official water testing toes, purple to match the boat!

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Damn that is almost a perfect match!!! Did ya take a picture of the boat with you to the store and ask "Hey I need some nail polish like this", or did you have the paint shop mix that up custom :drink:

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Is the break in on the motors or drives? Hope your luck is as good as everyone else that has made this swap over.

Jon

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Hey Jon, break in time on the Drives....Konrad has a protocol to follow.

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Jon,
The break in period is 10 hours.
Mindi,
Patty will be proud of your nails :D .

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I thought that you could just beat them like an anvil (inside joke) :evilb: :evilb:

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Just got back from Florida today . We sea trialed the boat with the new drives. Boat got up on plane faster and the attitude was much better it carried the bow much easier. We don't have top speed numbers yet because of break-in procedures. We will be launching her again next weekend.But she's home right now.

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ttt

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Status report??????

Rob :drink:

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NJ Sonic went out last weekend, still has not completed the break in time, but the boat sure performs great. Got right up on plane with a boatload of people, used to have to coax it up...still have to play with props.
Here are my initial observations....These conversions were done on two boats that couldn't keep from breaking their drives...Although I do not think we are going to see speed variances worth mentioning, (we are still playing with props on the 42, the weather where these boats are has not been cooperating..) I believe the stress free, uninterrupted boating trips are what is going to make these customers the happiest. The differences in the boat attitude, between the CG and the fact they are 8 more inches off the transom are Hugh with these two boats. I will update as soon as we are able to get final speed testing, so far, performance is better due to quicker planing, top speed TBD.

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Updates? I know they are broken in now :D

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The 42 is running just about the same speed, better attitude and he could not be happier because he has had no drive failures! He is finally getting to go out and enjoy his Sonic any time he wants! One of the drive reservoirs does tend to want to overflow, Konrad is working on that.
The 38 Sonic is still prop testing, I will get an update shortly.
We are extremely happy with the products and people at Konrad. I cannot say enough about the product, it arrives professionally packaged, ready to install and performs flawlessly! Everyone at Konrad is easily accessible, knowledgeable, and Kurt has been great!
My team did a fantastic job on the refits, and are looking forward to the next one!
Back to you soon on the 38 speed results!

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It's really nice to have a 'mid HP' drive available, Very professional looking conversion; nice job by Doller Offshore!.

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I will be servicing the drives and swapping props this weekend. It has been raining every chance I have to use the boat :mad: .

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good for you, no more weak Bravo's to worry about.

Konrad makes a great drive

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Here's an update. Serviced the drives. The upper gears are huge compared to the Bravos. Swapped the props and went boating the whole weekend. Went from 30 pitch P5X's to 34pitch Bravo 1's.The B1's carried the bow better but after I filled up with 192 gals. the P5X's were easier to get up on plane. Still need different props let the real testing begin.

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Glad to hear your pleased. Those are expensive drives and the result should only be your satisfaction.

What was required for the conversion: Filling transom holes? Engine relocation?

Could you email me details, I'm very interested, but can't get an email returned from Konrad. Seem like excellent drives.

Email me info and parts pricing to:

[email protected]

Thank you,

Kirk

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Kirk,
Call Mindi Doller at Doller Offshore. She can give all the info you need.

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Kirk,

Sorry you did not get my reply to your email. Feel free to call me anytime at 715-410-0735

Kurt
[email protected]

Mindi, Thanks for the kind words! Glad eveytone is pleased.