Baja 342 weight
 

Everything is saying 8200lbs dry, My question is how is that 8200lb boat equipped? A/C, generator? Anyone out there have a real answer on the weight of a 342 w/twin 500efi's(headers) no genny, no A/C? Also any idea of what the trailer/tow weight is ? Thanks for any help.

I have a 342 with 500EFI’s, no gen, no AC on an aluminum trailer. My understanding is that the 8,200lb weight in the manual and brochure is dry weight without the gen and AC. While I have yet to actually put it on a scale, I estimate that it’s about 10,500 on the trailer. I keep minimal equipment onboard and the water/holding tanks are always empty. The fuel tank, when built without a gen, is 185 gallons so factor that in to your total weight too. With the 500EFI’s, it’s a great running and very comfortable boat. I may be able to arrange for it to be weighed if you need an absolute answer.

Thank you ! I am in the process of getting one. I have an F350srw, I think it will be up to the task, but was wondering about the hitch, any special stabilizer bars needed? Do the gen equipped models have a larger fuel tank? What is your top speed with those engines?

You’ll love it. Your F350 will have no problem. Most recent Ford factory receivers indicate that a weight distributing hitch is required to achieve the max towing capacity. I only use mine when I’m on highway runs though, not to my local ramp. I also have EOH disc brakes and it tows very nicely. Gen equipped models have a smaller 145 gallon fuel tank. I run stock 30 pitch Bravo 1’s and get about 80 MPH at WOT. Cruise speed is 50 MPH at 3,000 RPM burning approx 23 GPH.

I have a 2004, about 8 years ago when repowered I was trying to move the CG back and lighten the boat for speed and ride. I took the generator out, removed all old wires, removed shore power wiring and stripped the cabin of seats, under the bed I used a 4inch and 6 inch hole saw to remove excess brace supports like a race car) and took the plywood out of the bed and replaced with composite panels. Replaced a lot of the kitchen panels with 1/8 and 1/4 carbon fiber panels. I have 2 batteries that I moved to the back at the transom. With no fuel I still weighed in at 8200, I would suggest a boat with accessories, stuff in the cabin and fuel would weigh 9200 minimum -10,000 depending on if you have a genset, and a bunch of tools, toys and bullchit. That is actually kind of conservative....

I can tell you from experience, its hard to remove weight, and the stuff you have under the front 2 cuddy seats, under the bed and under the sink probably weighs 200lbs+. I bought a scale and weighed all my stuff. Literally just putting your tools under the back seat and anything other than a float noodle in the cabin is good for faster planing, higher speed and better ride.

Excellent! This one has factory extension boxes, and previous owner claimed" 80 on a good day", so that sounds like he wasnt embellishing. Trailer is EOH discs, but not aluminum. I will have to pick up some bars for the hitch, so if I do go to another lake I will have them. Due to our hobby gaining in popularity, my lake was PACKED every weekend last year with lots of big boats and a few mini yachts lol. It was really choppy, I am looking forward to the upgraded ride.

dont know what year your truck is, mine had a class 3 hitch from the factory and I put a class 5 on

I have always been a minimalist when it comes to gear. I doubt I will even use the water stuff much, and was gonna delete the microwave. The engines have hours on them, so next winter they may get stroked with aluminum heads.
I wanted a 302, but just could not find one. 10000lbs is a bit porky, but it should be pretty comfy.

Good call, mine is a class3.

Yes, depending on ext box height, 80 should be doable pretty easily with lite load, lite fuel and labbed props. With boxes it changed mine dramatically in ride and speed it probably picked up 2-3 over no boxes (ride is really really nice with boxes!) . With Raylar 600's I am upper 88ish MPH in perfect conditions lite chop. Tried like hell to break 90 but never could. If you have boxes, get your props labbed by BBlades, made a huge difference for me.

what is the horsepower of the Raylars? are they supercharged?

Well, it will be here Monday! I am building doors right now, anyone know what the height is on the trailer? Overhead doors are booked out til May. One company said they could install 8'6" doors in my opening, I am guessing that wont be tall enough? I had no idea I would be getting this boat when I built the barn. 22' x40' with 9'3" height from where the concrete will finish to the joist. Exact measured length of boat on trailer was measured by salesman at 39' 9". I am sure I can lower or turn the drives a bit if I need to. Class 5 hitch is ordered, should ship after the holidays. I am so excited!

Congrats on your purchase!! Mine just clears under a 10’ door. I have a full windshield model, some have windscreens which are lower. Also depends on the trailer too. I’ve had to deflate the tires to squeak through with various trailers over the years.

Congrats, your F350 will handle it no problem. I've towed a 36 Outlaw, 42 Tiger and now a 43 Nortech all with my SRW F350. Check the GVW rating on the Receiver and by a solid hitch.

It's a beauty! I am in the process of installing a real stereo system, to replace the china junk it came with. they had added a 3rd battery up front in the cabin, and ran what looks like 6/0 cable. they did a nice job but I am gonna need those cables gone. On the subject of losing weight, I do not even understand how the toilet system works. I hit the toilet switch and here some kind of electric motor/pump running. I found the tank, it is right under the front of the center floor. It looks like I would literally have to remove the entire interior from the cockpit to access it. Not really wanting to do that(though it would make the stereo install a snap). I am wondering if it , the entire tank and pump system, is worth anything? It looks like I could cut it into smaller pieces with a sawzall and remove it from the front access hole under the cabin door. I would like it and the porcelain head removed. It has an insta heat water heater too! The stereo I am installing is substantial(12 speakers,3amps) and with the extra battery, I need to lose some weight. I got the class 5 and adapter, and did tow it to the tag agency for hull inspection. It towed great! but the old 6.0 knew it was back there. the brakes work great, but I will need to drill the coupler so I can pin it, to be able to back up. I Love this boat!

Survey complaint. I paid 1125.00 to have it surveyed at the dealer, what a complete waste of money. He moisture tested a couple easy access places and printed up a report containing all the options and talking points in a brochure. What a tool. claimed the stove worked, it doesnt. water system had a leak he did not find, speedo hose was broke and would have filled the engine room while boat was underway. Both shifter boots torn. one shift cable rubbed through on drive shaft from extension box. captains call only has one functional solenoid, I want CC gone anyway but he should have found that. By the way, its the rope seal style and I will have 2 complete systems for sale. It took me all of 5 min to find all those issues. Good thing I did find them, or it would not have been a fun maiden voyage. I can foresee a higher end stepped hull in my future someday, and I can guarantee I will be doing the inspection, Integrity is in low supply these days.

Thanks! Looks like mine is 8ft 7" on the trailer while hooked to the truck. I went with swing out doors, as they were the only option. I have to make sure to always pin the doors when they are open as the 9'3" x 10'6" doors catch a lot of wind.