Looking for info 353 Fastech and 31SS Sonic

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01-26-2019 | 07:44 PM

Mtb_05

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Looking for info 353 Fastech and 31SS Sonic

I currently own a 99 353 Fastech powered with carb HP 500’s. I have a potential buyer and I’m looking at a 2004 Sonic 31SS powered with HP 525’s. Wondering how much of a difference in cockpit space there is between the two? Also how much of a difference in ride is there going to be? Trying to decide if it’s worth selling the 353 and moving into the Sonic? Any input would be greatly appreciated. TIA!

01-27-2019 | 01:13 AM

Griff

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Cockpit is much smaller in the Sonic 31. Narrower due to walk around and less room between backseat and bolsters.

01-27-2019 | 06:53 AM

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Why go smaller? the sonic will ride a tad more solid, but much smaller space to be had..

01-27-2019 | 07:08 AM

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Why go smaller? the sonic will ride a tad more solid, but much smaller space to be had..

My thoughts on going 4ft smaller was, The Sonic has better power and drive package than I do in the formula. While still having all the amenities down in the cabin. sink, fridge, toilet, stove top etc. But I like the size of the space I have in the formula. As I’ve never been in a Sonic to see how much room there actually is in the cockpit.

01-27-2019 | 08:06 AM

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Always really liked those 353 Fas-techs. Not sure I would ever sell one of those unless I was going to a bigger Cig, Nor-tech, MTI, OL or Skater.

I think you will regret that move....

01-27-2019 | 08:26 AM

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Always really liked those 353 Fas-techs. Not sure I would ever sell one of those unless I was going to a bigger Cig, Nor-tech, MTI, OL or Skater.

I think you will regret that move....

thank you for your advice!!

01-27-2019 | 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by seafordguy

Always really liked those 353 Fas-techs. Not sure I would ever sell one of those unless I was going to a bigger Cig, Nor-tech, MTI, OL or Skater.

I think you will regret that move....

i agree, even though you are looking at a 525 boat, I bet the speed and performance would virtually be a wash. And the fastech size/cockpit is larger.

01-27-2019 | 02:46 PM

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Spent a lot of time on both boats. Aside from the sonic being fuel injected, the 353 is a better choice.

01-27-2019 | 04:19 PM

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It all comes down to what your going to be happy with in the end. But I would say keep the formula. Personal opinion for me but if I were you I’d keep what you have. Like the others said if your going for a upgrade do a cig or something along those lines.

01-28-2019 | 07:02 AM

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We own a 353 Fastech and have a buddy with 31 sonic...no comparison...the sonic rides like a mule compared to our Fastech. He’s actually slower than us and he’s always stating how much he wishes he had bought a Fastech. Stay with what you have...or you can buy our Fastech. 675hp per side , Imco ext boxes, XR drives. Completely redone 2017. Drivetrain has 21 hrs on it. Boat is listed ....
good luck.

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