WTB 21-23 V-bottom I/O

[Euroski]

Well didn't think I was still going to be around after having a stroke last 9/17 and looking to bet back into boating. Looking for something in the 21-23ft range with BBC. First choice is EFI, HO, or MAG engine. No projects or junk! I'm located in Western PA so closer the better.

thanks

[hondatech]

Good on you Euro,welcome back !

[Instigator]

Not a big block but, local friend has what we believe to be Checkmates first I/O, 24' Enforcer.

Ive seen it up close and is gorgeous!
Small block w/prob MCI drive.

55 mph boat as is and a true classic. Maybe the only vee prettier (lower profile) than their 25' Convincor.

Get your wits back about you......(��), then convert it to Bravo/BBC and have fun.

Were some running mid 90's back in the day.

PS, welcome back old man!

Gary

[delawarerick]

Good on you Euro,welcome back !
:iagree:keep us posted good to see you feeling better. Rick

[Euroski]

any comments on engine above from an IO knowledgeable person.

[AZMIDLYF]

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[WARLOCK]

Larry, good to hear about your health! Later, Dave

[Euroski]

Found this Older which looks in good condition Stringray 23SX w/502 MAG with just short of 500hrs! Anyone own one and would like feedback?

[Greg G]

1995 Advantage 21 SR Open Bow Walk Through. Mercruiser 454 Mag EFI. Mercruiser Bravo 1 Drive. Silent Choice Exhaust. Hydraulic Trim Tabs. Dual Batteries w/Perko Switch. Swim Steps w/Ladders. Bimini Top, Full Cover, Tandem Axle Trailer and Much More. Fuel System and Drive were Recently Gone Through. 2 Owner Boat Always Stored Inside.

$20,900 obo

[99fxst99]

Found this Older which looks in good condition Stringray 23SX w/502 MAG with just short of 500hrs! Anyone own one and would like feedback?
Sure looks like the old Regal Velocity 23.

[motuman]

Found this Older which looks in good condition Stringray 23SX w/502 MAG with just short of 500hrs! Anyone own one and would like feedback?

I had a 23' Stingray for 10 years.

The Stingrays are laid up light, set up with a high x-dimesion, and have a hull design that makes them faster than comparable production boats (SeaRay, Chaparral, Four Winns) with the same power..and they get better MPG. The hull design handles well, but needs trim tabs to perform it's best.

Depending on which version of 502, that is a 65-70mph boat. Stingrays website has numerous performance bulletins and graphs, even on older models like the 230SX.

IMHO - The Stingrays look sportier and are faster than than comparable production boats, but the quality is at the lower end of that group (SeaRay, Chaparral, Four Winns)...although nothing ever broke on mine, just very minor (cosmetic) stress cracks in the gel around the windshield.

[Euroski]

Engine sticker shows 4600-5000rpm and according to owner is 415hp. Does have tabs, could u elaborate more on the need and when?

[Greg G]

What year is the 502 Magnum?

[Euroski]

What year is the 502 Magnum?

1997

[motuman]

Engine sticker shows 4600-5000rpm and according to owner is 415hp. Does have tabs, could u elaborate more on the need and when?

Due to the high x-dimesion, and perhaps characteristics of the z-plane hull, http://www.stingrayboats.com/technology/zp_hull.php
the tabs primarily help getting up on plane. I'm not sure the Stingrays are any slower getting up on plane than a comparable production boat, just not as quick as the lightweight outboards I was used to, and I wanted to pop skiers out of the water. The tabs also allow you to run a little more positive trim at cruising speed (45 mph) without porpoising.

On a positive note they are quick for the breed and corner like they are on rails. Playing around with the boat on glassy days, I used to make hard s-turns and was never able to get the hull to slide out.

Here are a couple of bulletins on the 230SX.

http://www.stingrayboats.com/data/documents/boat_house_bulletins/230sx_8-1_375hp_071501.pdf
http://www.stingrayboats.com/data/documents/boat_house_bulletins/230sx_496_071501.pdf

The big blocks are hard to find in the Stingray's, so if If the boats in good shape and price is right, might be a good deal for the right buyer. I would buy one again if I was shopping for a boat in that category.

[Euroski]

Got me smilin'...