G2 vs Optimax

[blackeye]

Make sure the steering is as tight as possible. The g2 Gearcase diameter is substantially larger then a sportmaster but a sporty really shines above 80. So neither case is ideal for your boat. I would also try addding a bit of torque tab to the g2 case. I added one to my m2 case (similar to g2) with jb weld stick and it helped a bunch but it ran 100+.

I appreciate the suggestion. I'm kind of new to high performance boating. I'm not used to having so much boat out of the water when running and all boats I've had up until this have been pretty much no worries even at full throttle. I've had a few fast boats but nothing over 60 mph before. I was told that the sporty wasn't the best match for a V hull like my 24 Superboat because the sporty gear case is not so hydrodynamic above the bullet and you want more prop in the water with a V hull to produce more lift. If I was going to stick with the Promax engine I was going to try switching to a conventional gear case probably, but I was too curious about the G2 and liked the idea of a 7 year warrantee.

I had spend just enough time with the previous engine and steering to learn how to use steering input to calm the boat down with the wind on the quarter, etc... Someone did tell me that the Evinrude G2 engine isn't a good match for high speed applications because the mounts are too soft I think he said? So I heard both sides of the story. Now that I've been having a bit of trouble getting her to calm down at top speed, I'm curious to hear from other G2 owners with high speed applications.

And to follow up on the weight question: I wonder what the real weight difference would be between my 250HO G2 and a comparable Mercury all rigged. Not too curious about that now since I just bought a new engine, but do think it matters for light go fasts. Just wondering now if the boat might be chine walking more because she's a bit back heavy, don't know if that plays a factor when trimmed out and wide open...

[blackeye]

I just repowered a 21' Checkmate Starliner with a G2 250HO...I've had Mercs, Yamaha, Suzuki and now Evinrude. So far so good with the motor...incredibly strong, smooth and quiet. Currently turning a 24P Bravo I FS at a shade over 6000 rpm and pulling 69 gps. Love the look!

Hey Sam I Am, Love the rig! The colors are really sharp... Wondering how your experience was for the back part of the season. I have a 24 Superboat with a 250 HO G2. You'll see some of my feedback in the last few posts on this thread. Cheers!

[baja200merk]

The soft mount aren't ideal but there's a tuff 21 v bottom approaching 100mph with a stock g2.

[Sam I am]

Hey Sam I Am, Love the rig! The colors are really sharp... Wondering how your experience was for the back part of the season. I have a 24 Superboat with a 250 HO G2. You'll see some of my feedback in the last few posts on this thread. Cheers!

I didn't get to spend much time with it in the late season. I got 69 gps with a 24P Bravo 1, but didn't get much of a chance to play with the set up at all. I also ran a 26P RX4 and, honestly, was disappointed: only added 2 mph GPS and lost 500 RPM. But, I only got to play with it for a couple runs.

https://youtu.be/1giUejnHHjc

[FMP]

It's how cool you look and it looks super cool

[FMP]

Are you using the best pump gas you can find ,93 or 94? Do they curve with fuel quality?

[blacktruck]

The soft mount aren't ideal but there's a tuff 21 v bottom approaching 100mph with a stock g2.

Ya, I think 94 mph was the best that one did, you're right, not ideal with rubber mounts but doable. Seems like a great motor the G2 250 HO.

[blackeye]

I didn't get to spend much time with it in the late season. I got 69 gps with a 24P Bravo 1, but didn't get much of a chance to play with the set up at all. I also ran a 26P RX4 and, honestly, was disappointed: only added 2 mph GPS and lost 500 RPM. But, I only got to play with it for a couple runs.

https://youtu.be/1giUejnHHjc

Nice vid! I have to get some video of me running too. Ironically I started with a well used 22p bravo 1 also, I was turning up to about 6100 so I ordered a brand new 24P RX4. If I remember correctly I'm turning around 2600 now and I've gained about 2 mph. Same exact experience. I'd say my drop in RPM was at least 500, maybe closer to 600 if you average out running wide open in different conditions.

[blacktruck]

I found a pristine 22 Velocity currently with a 200 carb Merc on it. I am considering a 250-300. Wondered what the experience has been with the 300 XS vs the 300 G2? I am told the G2 is much more expensive than the optimax. I've always been a Merc guy but Bombardier builds a good product. Will appreciate all input and thanks.

Because the Merc Racing 300xs and 250xs have solid mounts, SM lower and are quite underrated, they are hard to beat in that range. If you're comparing the G2 250 HO to a regular Mercury 250 Pro XS, I'd be more inclined to go with the G2, integrated steering, optional colors etc. and the 250 HO is putting out a lot of power. It takes getting used to but looks really good.

[blackeye]

I do love how my boat looks with the G2 on the back...

[David - WI]

I like what's inside, having trouble getting used to the outside... looks like:

[blacktruck]

I like what's inside, having trouble getting used to the outside... looks like:

I hear you, but that color coordination is pretty cool. Love it on that Starliner.

As far as weight, rigged, the G2 is only about 20 lbs heavier when you account for the steering added to other motors.

[David - WI]

Yes. I was just joking around... it looks much nicer than anything I own.

[blackeye]

I like what's inside, having trouble getting used to the outside... looks like:

Haha, it is a close match, but at least it is scary.