Where did all the Chris Cats go?
01-17-2004 | 10:02 AM
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Dock,
Thanx. I have gone back and spent some time reviewing the old posts on the Chris'. There is a substantial amount of information about them. There is still an amazing following for this boat. Others see the same thing I do, history and performance/fun for the dollar.
Where else can you 2 MPH per dollar?
T2x thank you for all of your input on the Chris in the past threads. I am still interested in what setup was considered the best with a big block Chris. #3's, #4's or #5's with or without boxes. Again, I have been told #3's without but I am not sure.
Whirlygig
Thanx. I have gone back and spent some time reviewing the old posts on the Chris'. There is a substantial amount of information about them. There is still an amazing following for this boat. Others see the same thing I do, history and performance/fun for the dollar.
Where else can you 2 MPH per dollar?
T2x thank you for all of your input on the Chris in the past threads. I am still interested in what setup was considered the best with a big block Chris. #3's, #4's or #5's with or without boxes. Again, I have been told #3's without but I am not sure.
Whirlygig
01-17-2004 | 10:06 AM
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DueClaws,
I read your old posts as well. Thank you for your input. I know you have had quite a bit of experience with the Chris. Why did you sell? What power did you have to get her to run a buck and a quarter? If I might ask, what did you sell her for. I am trying to get an idea of what I have to spend to get the right boat.
I don't need to run quite that fast. If the boat ran 110 MPH I would be happy. The cruise seems to regulate the top end. I would like a good poker run cruise of 70 to 75 MPH at 3500 RPM or so.
Whirlygig
I read your old posts as well. Thank you for your input. I know you have had quite a bit of experience with the Chris. Why did you sell? What power did you have to get her to run a buck and a quarter? If I might ask, what did you sell her for. I am trying to get an idea of what I have to spend to get the right boat.
I don't need to run quite that fast. If the boat ran 110 MPH I would be happy. The cruise seems to regulate the top end. I would like a good poker run cruise of 70 to 75 MPH at 3500 RPM or so.
Whirlygig
01-17-2004 | 03:27 PM
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Whirly-
responses to your questions:
Why did you sell?
Wanted a bigger cat, with a canopy-type cockpit.
What power did you have to get her to run a buck and a quarter?
800 hp
If I might ask, what did you sell her for.
I'd prefer not to disclose this, but I believe it was a fair price for both parties.
Due
responses to your questions:
Why did you sell?
Wanted a bigger cat, with a canopy-type cockpit.
What power did you have to get her to run a buck and a quarter?
800 hp
If I might ask, what did you sell her for.
I'd prefer not to disclose this, but I believe it was a fair price for both parties.
Due
01-23-2004 | 04:06 PM
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From: Granite Quarry, NC
Originally posted by Whirlygig
Dock,
Thanx. I have gone back and spent some time reviewing the old posts on the Chris'. There is a substantial amount of information about them. There is still an amazing following for this boat. Others see the same thing I do, history and performance/fun for the dollar.
Where else can you 2 MPH per dollar?
T2x thank you for all of your input on the Chris in the past threads. I am still interested in what setup was considered the best with a big block Chris. #3's, #4's or #5's with or without boxes. Again, I have been told #3's without but I am not sure.
Whirlygig
Dock,
Thanx. I have gone back and spent some time reviewing the old posts on the Chris'. There is a substantial amount of information about them. There is still an amazing following for this boat. Others see the same thing I do, history and performance/fun for the dollar.
Where else can you 2 MPH per dollar?
T2x thank you for all of your input on the Chris in the past threads. I am still interested in what setup was considered the best with a big block Chris. #3's, #4's or #5's with or without boxes. Again, I have been told #3's without but I am not sure.
Whirlygig
Today I'd go with #6's against the transom........
But each boat is different (C/G, power etc) and the props available today (5 blades) might change the whole dynamic...... In most cases however we did not experience much improvement with set backs.
T2x
