Have a project that I want to convert to outboards. The budget isn't that high(what I think it should cost than triple it). I keep browsing and watching for a pair of engine's. What is everyone's opinion on either the 300xs, x, or 3.0 250efi modified to 300hp? Anything I buy used i am just going to assume will need to be rebuilt. That is why choosing a starting platform will be important. If you were starting the project, what would you shop for? Fuel economy is of no importance. Just decent reliability. The hull is a 30ft v bottom.