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Old 06-12-2003 | 06:45 AM
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Looking for some advise, Thinking of putting twin 725's on a 4300 NORTECH, I know if I use the #3 it has a tranny which robs HP, but is it more reliable than the BMAX. Thanks Jeff

2nd Q's. Would this boat W/Triple 525's and xr's last, Im concerned on the drive issue, Thanks Jeff
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Old 06-12-2003 | 06:55 AM
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Jeff ...

2nd Q .... NO , IT WILL NOT LAST !!!!
(...unless you do a lot of trolling )

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Old 06-12-2003 | 06:58 AM
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3a no more 3.
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Old 06-12-2003 | 07:11 AM
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go with a tranny, #3 or better
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Old 06-12-2003 | 07:11 AM
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Lucy, which drives other than #6's are available, thanks.
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Old 06-12-2003 | 07:18 AM
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you can get #5's, or the imco way.
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Old 06-12-2003 | 07:38 AM
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bravo's suck no matter where they come from especially on a big boat
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Old 06-12-2003 | 08:36 AM
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3A replaced the 3. parts are running low for 3. 5s are available.
my 41 800sc with 3a 95 mph.
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Old 06-12-2003 | 09:19 AM
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The speedmasters will have a much beefier gimble than the bravo
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Old 06-12-2003 | 09:41 AM
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Thanks Lucy, looks great and hauls a**not bad for twinns What is the price difference between #5 vs #6 and how much less power can the #5 handle.
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