i know that these motors are really new ,but even out here in ca. there are rumors of some fellersthast have been running these motors. just ordered a new f-26 dcb (i know a ca.boat) but i also ordered it with xs's . would love to hear any in put or even out put on these motors ,i went with these motors because of one lake in my area that is a must that this new boat is on! TUNNEL T