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03-07-2022, 01:59 AM #1Junior Member
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What are good jet drive hulls for going out on a lake?
I might be relocating to Austin TX area and nearby Lake Travis. I'm researching what are some good hulls for a safe and fun jet boat? I have 2 boys (who will be 10 and 12) who will be my boating buds. I'm wondering if it'd be better off with a boat design that has the engine behind a hatch or firewall instead of worrying about them getting injured by flying parts if something lets go? Also a hull that can handle some chop is probably better than my brother's old Sanger that couldn't handle 8 inch waves without slapping the crap out of us.
My prior fast boat (in my single days) was a Whipple charged Donzi 22 Classic. So I know a little bit about high HP small boats. I'm looking for something a little safer but still get that big block sound and enjoyment. If I can go 60-70mph, that'll be great.
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03-23-2022, 11:23 PM #2
Hi bud. Your old donzi sounds fun! Having kids, there’s a lot to be said for an engine hatch and some freeboard. A larger cuddy like a Baja or similar in 23-25 ft might be perfect. They handle chop well and can run 60+. Lake Travis gets stupid waves when the wakeboard boats start their crap...which is every day and ten times as bad on weekends. Post pics!
1990 Shadow bass boat w/ 2.4 200 Merc. Totally resto'd boat and love it!
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04-09-2022, 11:22 PM #35000 RPM
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Not a jet boat at all. A superboat or a velocity would work and provide the speeds you're looking for.
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06-02-2022, 06:10 AM #4New Member
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There are a few factors to consider when looking for a jet drive hull for going out on a lake. The first is the size of the boat. Some boats are too large for a jet drive, and will need to use a propeller. The second factor is the depth of the water. Jets work best in shallow water, so if the lake is too deep, a propeller may be a better option. The third factor is how fast you want to go.
I'd recommend these:
Vortex 2430 VRX
Scarab 285 ID
Yamaha SX190
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06-03-2022, 08:00 AM #56000 RPM
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06-03-2022, 08:33 AM #6
Those big seadoo jets seem to perform well and take the rougher waters not half bad. Frequent rebuilds on those things same as a jet ski really.
If your looking old school glastron carlson jets are super cool. I believe sidewinder as well had 18’ jets. Liberator also has jet boats if you have more funds that might be the best way to goHydrostream dreamin
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06-03-2022, 09:02 AM #7New Member
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