Originally Posted by ajfisher (Post 3828299)

I didnt say it had to be straight up, and maybe someone had some 500's that needed a top end refresh or something?
Did you ever think of that?

What ya got Jay?? Some more of them 509's? :)

Originally Posted by Pwraddr (Post 3828527)

Both of mine run great too, I however don't think they are white elephants. I wanted a boat that had 496s to avoid more expensive maintenance costs and spend the extra money on fuel.

I know viewing your posts that you love that Donzi with the blue motor and are very proud of it, I must admit I loved the helicopter pics you posted awhile back....but those motors aren't for everybody.

See you out on the lake next summer for a beer. :ernaehrung004:

Originally Posted by thirdchildhood (Post 3828558)

Sounds good. It just didn't have enough power for me. I fell for the CMI header scam and dropped $4,500 on headers for ZERO gain. Then everyone told me not to waste any more money on the 496 which would soon be out of production. I took the advice. So if you want to run them stock then they are good reliable engines. If you want a starting point for more power, maybe not. All JMO.

Originally Posted by POWERPLAY J (Post 3828537)

2 pair 540's and I'm sure I can come up with something smaller. :whistle: