I still kick myself that I didn't buy Mikey's boat back when he listed it, but I'm out in CA. Awesome boat!!!
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I still kick myself that I didn't buy Mikey's boat back when he listed it, but I'm out in CA. Awesome boat!!!
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HST 1989 with a 3.0L Carbed V6,
Land and Sea jack plate (4'' setback), R
E 5 prop 28'',
about 1.5 to 2'' below pad,
ran 74,8 mph with lot's of trim, d
idn't check RPM
and about 1/2 tank of fuel (25 gal)
Test was done last year before this year rebuilt.
Anyone ever get a 22 velocity to hit triple digits with single outboard?
Link's Marine in Newark, De. He had an 85 or 86 with a warmed-up V8 that would do 100. I never rode in it, but talked to him a number of times (this was before I had my Velocity). It was very light and as I remember, you could not walk on the deck. There is an old thread somewhere from years back where he and the doubters went round and round about it.
I have an 85 that I'm in the process of rebuilding and my deck is same way gotta walk on the edges, have a dbr 300xs for it, hoping for 90's but wondering if anyone got over 100 in one
I believe Link used to say he estimated he was pushing close to 400 HP.
Year:1996
Kevlar or not: Not
Motor: 2014 Optimax 225 ProXS
Setback: 5" built in / 7.5" Jack =12.5" total
Engine height: 3.5" PS to BoB / 4.5" AVP to BoB
Prop: 24 Fury
Engine Rpm: 5650
Speed: 72mph GPS
Motor: 2015 Verado 300
Setback: 5" built in / 7.5" Jack / 4" verado =16.5" total
Engine height: 3.5" PS to BoB / 4.5" AVP to BoB
Prop: 25 Fury
Engine Rpm: 6150
Speed: 80mph GPS
Got any pictures with the Verado on it?
Looks like this thread could use some life! Been on S&F for 3 years researching setup and learning tons, been the most valuable resource so far.
This is my second go fast boat, love the space, lines, and handling. It's use is recreational (going to islands in Long island), and speed runs. I think 75 is in there with seat time and a different prop.
Year: 1987
Kevlar or not: Not
Motor: Merc 2.5 carbed, 1" spacer, velocity stacks, bobs offshore snout and cone.
Lower unit ratio: 1:87
Setback: 10"
Engine height: 3/4" below
Prop: 24 chopper, cupped
Engine Rpm: 6250
Speed: 69.2 mph on Garmin, first time out, 1/4 tank and boat traffic.
I think 75 is a good goal for you also but I think you will need a different prop too. I would suggest a 4 blade to gain more overall lift like a TXP-OT4 .Quote:
Originally Posted by Radazzle
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Wow that Verado looks huge! Also never seen a velocity with that paint scheme (solid color).
Dnelson, I have a trophy plus 25, seems these hulls like them....but I think it will be too much for the 2.5 to spin to 6400. I want to get it turned down to a 24, any recommendations for prop places on L.I. ?
Nice looking rig. How does it run with the Verado and what HP is it?
300hp, I have two batteries in the front that makes the balance really nice. Drives really well, so easy to get her flying. Straight up on plane with very little bow rise. So quiet you only just hear it at idle.
I'd really recommend it over a two stroke, I've have both and once you've tried Verado you won't want the two stroke again.
Bosler and sweezy in bellport.Quote:
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