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Old 03-18-2015 | 05:31 PM
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Hello just want to introduce myself my name Is Mitch. Just got a 2001 280 with a 502 magnum. All super clean and stock except for new emi thunder headers. I think I have read every post in the velocity section. I am planning on supercharging the boat very soon so im sure I will have some questions very soon.
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Old 03-18-2015 | 05:50 PM
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Welcome to the family!
The 280 is a great boat, I had one for 15 years.. Now I have a VR1.

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Old 03-18-2015 | 05:55 PM
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Welcome to the family!
The 280 is a great boat, I had one for 15 years.. Now I have a VR1.

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Thanks that's good news to hear. Really wanted a boat that already had tabs and hyd steering but I couldnt pass up this deal.
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Old 03-18-2015 | 06:02 PM
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Tabs are nice to have but I ran without any for all the years I had the boat. I would strongly suggested adding on hydraulic steering. It makes it safer and better handeling.

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Old 03-18-2015 | 06:10 PM
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Cool thats what i was wondering. I knew to get steering first. I want to put a supercharger on there right away but i will do the steering first.looking at dealers sites now.
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Old 03-18-2015 | 06:38 PM
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With a supercharger, upgraded steering is a must. I had the Imco steering put on mine and was happy with it. The Marina that did the install said it was a good easy install. If you need help, get in touch with Kenny at Let'sTalk Boats.
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Old 03-18-2015 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Padraig
With a supercharger, upgraded steering is a must. I had the Imco steering put on mine and was happy with it. The Marina that did the install said it was a good easy install. If you need help, get in touch with Kenny at Let'sTalk Boats.
Thanks for the info. I plan on doing everything myself to save money.
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Old 03-18-2015 | 07:16 PM
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Ahem, cough o.u.t.d.r.i.v.e

Congrats on the new purchase ! Those are great boats !

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Old 03-18-2015 | 07:37 PM
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Old 03-18-2015 | 08:14 PM
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Welcome! I'm sure you will have a lot of fun. Let us know how your mods progress...
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