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YOU SUMMED IT UP PERFECTLY. :cool: Next year should be fun with all the PR we are planning on attending. :D Jeff

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Jeff, I apologize if you have already answered this question, but how does the weight of the Yanmar's/Arneson's in a twin setup compare to a trip setup with #6's? Did anything need to be done to keep the CG where it needs to be? Are the motors staggered or side-by-side? Sweet setup!

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Jef SOTW is July 13th and 14th 2007

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Don't forget the Sonic 42/45!

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Are you talking trip set up in gas with #6's. You can only fit 2 of these Yanmars in the engine bay, 3 will not fit, also added a generator. The ASD-8's are appr. 200 pounds each less vs the #6 as well as 6" shorter. I believe the Diesels are 600+ pounds heavier each. We did fill the notch in the transom to get the diesels as far back and as low as possible to carry the bow, or change cog. We went with a 1/4" higher x-dimension vs the first Yanmar Nortech 4300 with the same Yanmar power, different vent tubes, 18 degree rake prop, and a lighter lay-up. Hopefully will have some numbers when I return from Key West. :cool: Jeff

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Good luck on your trip to KW, Have a great time. :drink: Hope the boat runs great. :cool:

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Just finished putting together a 43 Scarab Thunder non step hull . Previous boat was a 30' Formula . I have only a few hours running time on the 43 but it is going to be a blast . Top speed may only be in the mid 70's but I am sure it will handle any water I get caught in .
Rick G.

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Where's the pics :D

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I voted for the 41 Apache, but I like all Apaches though.

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Just for you Jassman .
Rick G.

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Thanks Rick G, boat looks good. Always liked that model. I'm glad Eliminator will now be resurecting the 43 model :cool: Jeff

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Do you have your boat yet? :evilb:

Dam, I am thinking of selling mine to replace it with diesels and ASD 8s :eek:

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YES, and it goes 91 instead of 81, what a lucky guy :evilb: :D

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:eek: :eek: :eek: :D :D

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It was all a dream, then I woke up. They are sea testing on Monday, "can you say Hopefully lucky on the first try" I will know after they get back from the sea trial whether making the PR or not. Jeff

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Thanks CAT....My luck needs to turn around, if it ever gets as bad as Gino's luck, somebody please just shoot my azz :D Jeff

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CAT I am running twin 605's chev bowtie blocks , merlin heads dart intakes BG dominators about 700 hp . I am runnig SSM #3's . and currently looking for 17.5 by 26 4 blades as I am told these wheels should do the trick .
Rick G,

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Good Luck. We ran today, temp was only 58, but it was no wind and full sun, so good enough to sit in the cove for awhile. Also great for short high end runs. :D

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Might not be going, I dont believe enough time to get her dialed in and get bugs worked out. I'm not into rushing to get things done to have something happen and ruin everyone else's fun. Pisses me off but it is what it is. We will know more Monday. Jeff