New To Boating And Need Some Help
01-05-2004 | 05:04 PM
#11
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From: Mequon, WI
Originally posted by mpally
That boat is relatively heavy and not a speedster. 75 is probably possible, but it will take quite a bit of hp. There is not a whole lot you can do to the 454's unless they are the 454 mags. The internals just aren't strong enough. You may be better off going with another boat, but it all depends on your circumstance. If you like the boat, go for it. If you really aren't that impressed with it, I wouldn't put that much more $$$ into it. I am not sure that you will be able to recoup your $$$ out of it if you sell it.
That boat is relatively heavy and not a speedster. 75 is probably possible, but it will take quite a bit of hp. There is not a whole lot you can do to the 454's unless they are the 454 mags. The internals just aren't strong enough. You may be better off going with another boat, but it all depends on your circumstance. If you like the boat, go for it. If you really aren't that impressed with it, I wouldn't put that much more $$$ into it. I am not sure that you will be able to recoup your $$$ out of it if you sell it.
I would have to agree. Only if you really love the boat should you look into the upgrades. Chances are that the future buyer will not care/know enough about them for you to see a return on the investment.
01-05-2004 | 07:22 PM
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It has the 330 HP
The boat runs 62 MPH on GPS in 6" chop and a head wind. Flat water it's around 57. I have been in 2' chop on Lk St Clair and can be comfortable around 45 MPH.
I have decided to do the interior add some graphics and keep it around.
In the fall I will start looking for a new boat, one more year with this one getting the experience is a good thing.
NEXT YEAR!!! I hope to play with the big boys!
It has the 330 HP
The boat runs 62 MPH on GPS in 6" chop and a head wind. Flat water it's around 57. I have been in 2' chop on Lk St Clair and can be comfortable around 45 MPH.
I have decided to do the interior add some graphics and keep it around.
In the fall I will start looking for a new boat, one more year with this one getting the experience is a good thing.
NEXT YEAR!!! I hope to play with the big boys!
01-06-2004 | 07:05 AM
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From: Beautiful Lake St. Clair,MI
Hey, that looks like a nice boat. To have some accessories installed or some up grades, give Sparky a call at Vicious Marine 586-598-4077. His shop is on Russo Highway, ( Hall Road) accross the street from the Selfridge Museum. Your boat seems to be a little slow. You need to determine if your engines are pulling the correct RPM and if you are trimming the boat correctly. Also, there is a great amount of info available on the site about modifing the 330 HP engines, or you could have it done by a pro like Tyler Crockett like was already mentioned. Don't give up on that boat so easy!
01-06-2004 | 08:08 AM
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From: Lake St. Clair
Not just to throw another name out there, but Lenny at Milennyum Marine is a good guy to deal with & a personal friend. I tend not to make recommendations unless I am confident in someone's work, but I have no problem recommending him, and his facility. He'll work with you to find a good package for you. The shop is at located on Jefferson, south of Crocker on the left - the number is 586-468-7361.
01-06-2004 | 11:59 AM
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Brad -
If you're going to search for a new boat in a year I wouldn't touch the engines. Keep it reliable by keeping it stock. If you spend $$$ on the engines now you won't get it back when you sell it. Moreover, engine (and other) mods tend to cost about twice as much as you plan and take 2-5 times longer than expected. Unless you're keeping the boat long term I'd keep it stock. 62 mph isn't too shabby.
If you're going to search for a new boat in a year I wouldn't touch the engines. Keep it reliable by keeping it stock. If you spend $$$ on the engines now you won't get it back when you sell it. Moreover, engine (and other) mods tend to cost about twice as much as you plan and take 2-5 times longer than expected. Unless you're keeping the boat long term I'd keep it stock. 62 mph isn't too shabby.
01-06-2004 | 08:40 PM
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From: Grand Rapids/Holland/Grand Haven
Brad, I just noticed your from A2. Love that town. Was at Michigan from 87-90. Go Blue!!
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01-13-2004 | 12:00 AM
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From: Houston,texas
first of all welcome to the site as far as motors ,the guy's and even ladys know alot more about motors than I do,But when you get down to propellers I will be willing to give you as much info on props as I can,Let meknow if we can help in the future,WELCOME ABOARD.
