Regarding Cigarette (or any performance boats) engine sizes and reliability....
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I only want inboards. That’s what I’ve lusted after since before episode 1 of Miami Vice. I just need to do it. I’ve ridden on a couple and was in heaven. I’m expecting 5K-10K per year average maintenance. Some years will be much less, some will be much more.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
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I only want inboards. That’s what I’ve lusted after since before episode 1 of Miami Vice. I just need to do it. I’ve ridden on a couple and was in heaven. I’m expecting 5K-10K per year average maintenance. Some years will be much less, some will be much more.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
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I only want inboards. That’s what I’ve lusted after since before episode 1 of Miami Vice. I just need to do it. I’ve ridden on a couple and was in heaven. I’m expecting 5K-10K per year average maintenance. Some years will be much less, some will be much more.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
I am looking for a 38’-42’. I’m pretty settled on a cigarette. I think if I get anything else, I’ll always be unsatisfied.
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DrFeelgood (08-06-2021)
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Whomever decided that boat was spelled with a single "T" never had twins that would go over 60mph
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I'd still consider another I/O boat but it would have to be a single, or staggered twins($$$) to avoid some of the issues with big twins in an 8' beam.
If it's an itch you need to scratch then by all means do it -- otherwise you'll always wonder. It's one of those things that you have to experience firsthand (the good and the bad).
Last edited by DrFeelgood; 08-06-2021 at 08:36 AM.
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Lute Dickey (08-06-2021)
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Which engines seem to be the most reliable? As I look at boats for sale, I notice a lot have new engines or have had major services in recent past. It makes me wonder what engines tend to be the most reliable. I think I notice a trend that 500 size engines are replaced more than 700s. It also makes me wonder if increasing engine sizes means more or less maintenance. For me, reliability is probably more important than performance. If anyone with experience on the topic would care to elaborate, I'd welcome the education.
Best to all,
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Best to all,
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enzo thecat (08-06-2021)