1999 Pantera
05-03-2008, 06:35 AM
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i grew up on sport fishers, and flow meters rock when making those runs to the canyon.
And its also key in cruising, when 100rpm can really make a difference in your range. i bought one for my boat, never installed it though.
And its also key in cruising, when 100rpm can really make a difference in your range. i bought one for my boat, never installed it though.
05-03-2008, 09:51 AM
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Well, it looks like it's going to be another week and a half or so before the boats ready. Jo's been great but there's been a few issues outside of our control that have delayed things a bit. I know Jo will be happy to get this boat "out the door" so I'll stop calling him!!
05-03-2008, 07:03 PM
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Hey Austin, I have a Livorsi fuel flow gauge on my 28. Great gauge, it has a analog sweep to catch a quick glance but the nice part is the digital that displays total gals burned, instant, or reset as a trip. I can squeek just over 2 mpgs at a quick cruise speed, but usally average out at about 1.75 mpg at the end of the weekend with plenty of full throttle runs.
Have fun with your 28
Have fun with your 28
05-04-2008, 07:08 AM
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PP- Thanks, I can't wait!!
Talon25- What do you have in the boat for power. Those fuel numbers sound great and I would be very happy with that. I hear people complain about gas prices in the states... it's $5.65 in Abaco now.
Talon25- What do you have in the boat for power. Those fuel numbers sound great and I would be very happy with that. I hear people complain about gas prices in the states... it's $5.65 in Abaco now.
05-08-2008, 05:15 PM
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Anyone know of any issues with the Merc 383, it's a reman but comes with the full 1 year warrenty. I have a choice between the 383 and the 6.2... opions welcome.
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05-08-2008, 06:51 PM
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Hey Austin, I am running a 540 cubic inch 675 hp motor in my 28. We spent alot of extra time on the dyno playing with different carbs to find the best hp,tq,and fuel management. I boat with a buddy who has a 525 in his 28 and I go alot further on a tank than he does.
05-08-2008, 08:33 PM
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I'm thinking about going with a Merc system view gage... gives you all that info. If you crusing long distances it would help to know the most effeient cruise. I guess you could also do it the old fashion way... fill the tank, ride a certain distance, then fill up again- for MPG.
