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Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-08-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 28,538
Posted By JFT

Actually, I would say that 90% of the running...

Actually, I would say that 90% of the running time was done at 800 RPM.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-04-2016, 11:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 28,538
Posted By JFT

You are now tempting me to stick to my 300XS's...

You are now tempting me to stick to my 300XS's...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-03-2016, 04:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 28,538
Posted By JFT

Thank you for the feedback so far. Was told...

Thank you for the feedback so far.

Was told that the hours on the engines would reduce the sale price of the boat by at least 10 K on a 100K purchase
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-02-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 28,538
Posted By JFT

I had the same approach when discussing it with a...

I had the same approach when discussing it with a potential buyer stating that 97 % of the hours were done at low rpm (800-2000).

The reply was, if you are selling a Ferrari with 30,000 miles, no...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-02-2016, 08:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 28,538
Posted By JFT

What is Considered High Hours on an Engine?

My 2011 300 XS's currently have 350 hours on the clock. Well maintained every season, never had any issue with them.

Time to replace the boat, I assume that prospective buyers would prefer lower...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-31-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By JFT

How would the maintenance and fuel consumption of...

How would the maintenance and fuel consumption of a 400 pair compare to that of a single 1350?
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-29-2016, 12:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By JFT

What do you exactly mean by this? Do you mean...

What do you exactly mean by this? Do you mean they cost 5-8 K in maintenance? I typically put lots of hours on my engines. At least 100 hours per season.

Another expectation was that the new 4...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-27-2016, 06:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By JFT

I was actually expecting a fuel consumption...

I was actually expecting a fuel consumption reduction from the 4 stroke, even with the increase in HP.

I am wondering how the twin 400's would compare on the fuel consumption to a single Merc 1350?
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-20-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By JFT

Noise has been an issue for me. On a quiet day,...

Noise has been an issue for me. On a quiet day, one can hear the boat anywhere on the lake. But I do miss that V8 engine note!
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-20-2016, 12:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By JFT

Considering New 400R's- Advice Needed

I currently own a DCB F26 with Twin 300 XS and I am currently considering moving up to an M28-29 with Twin 400's or single large inboard.

I do all of my boating on a relatively small lake (5 miles...
Forum: DCB
06-19-2015, 03:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,512
Posted By JFT

Thank you Mike. Stock engines. I just love it !!!

Thank you Mike. Stock engines. I just love it !!!
Forum: DCB
06-19-2015, 03:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,512
Posted By JFT

I was afraid you would ask. I am currently...

I was afraid you would ask. I am currently traveling and cannot remember the info. Will post as soon as I am back.
Forum: DCB
06-13-2015, 02:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,512
Posted By JFT

Running Hering Props.

Running Hering Props.
Forum: DCB
06-12-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,512
Posted By JFT

Had my F26 for 2 years now. Equipped with 2...

Had my F26 for 2 years now. Equipped with 2 300XS, the boat is simply amazing and rides on rails giving a great feeling of safety.

The boat will run 110 any day and I have reached 118 under...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-24-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,535
Posted By JFT

The boat handles amazingly well. My first...

The boat handles amazingly well.

My first cat and I am blown away by how smooth and tight this ride is.

I have not pushed it too hard yet after 2 days but have easily reached 108 MPH with more...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-24-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,535
Posted By JFT

Just wanted to thank you all for your great...

Just wanted to thank you all for your great comments. It really helped me in my decision to buy this boat.

I am now the proud owner of a DCB F26 with Twin Mercs 300XS .

I just love it.
...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-20-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,535
Posted By JFT

Used DCB

Used DCB
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-18-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,535
Posted By JFT

Thanks for the feedback. Sounds very...

Thanks for the feedback.

Sounds very positive for the outboards. I too will miss the sound of the big block.

Test run scheduled for Monday :)
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-18-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,535
Posted By JFT

Twin 300XS vs Single Merc 700 NXT . Pros and Cons

I currently have an option to buy a 28' cat with either twin 300XS outboards ( already installed) or a single 700 Merc with NXT Drive.

Putting cost aside, what are the pros and cons of going with...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-09-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

You have all seen pictures of the offering from...

You have all seen pictures of the offering from Eliminator (27' Speedster) on the previous posts and I am sure that you are quite familiar with the 27' Thor from Nordic.

My search was for a 27...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-06-2012, 04:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

DCB is offering me their M29 open bow. The...

DCB is offering me their M29 open bow.

The Ultra looks really nice bt the way.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-05-2012, 04:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

I agree, the Speedster looks wicked. Apart from...

I agree, the Speedster looks wicked. Apart from the unicolor gray bow seats and engine hatch cover that look quite bland, which is easy to correct, this is a great looking boat.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-03-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

Thanks for input so far. Any input on...

Thanks for input so far.

Any input on handling of the boats?

Are they all in the same league?

Jeff
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-02-2012, 09:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

I live and work in the Middle East and spend my...

I live and work in the Middle East and spend my summer vacation home in Canada. Like I said, going to see the boats is not an option.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-01-2012, 11:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 59,639
Posted By JFT

Thanks for the pics. The boat looks great but I...

Thanks for the pics. The boat looks great but I am however not too keen on the look of the Open Bow which looks like it has been "sawed in" with very sharp edges.

This is another issue I need your...
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