Help with 26 Outlaw 600 sci swap
09-24-2018, 09:50 AM
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Thats actually a bblades 5 speed on the swim platform.
09-24-2018, 10:07 AM
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Good condition fresh water 496s sell almost like hot cakes. I think mine had over 500hrs on it when I sold it to another member on oso. I didn’t have much problem selling the bravo x either, let it go for pretty cheap because of the amount of hours on it though.
Anyone who gets wrapped up in the “you’ll never get your money back out of it” game then to me this is not the hobby for them. Try to repower a cigarette or a fountain etc... including drives, rigging and let me know if the return is there on one of those. Hell, I can’t imagine buying a brand new high performance boat and two years down the road losing 200-300k. Bottom line is yes you have to think long and hard before you embark on a project like this. There are used motors and drIves out there.
09-24-2018, 10:48 AM
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I would think your boat is worth a good chunk more than 30-35, especially it it’s in good to really good shape.
Good condition fresh water 496s sell almost like hot cakes. I think mine had over 500hrs on it when I sold it to another member on oso. I didn’t have much problem selling the bravo x either, let it go for pretty cheap because of the amount of hours on it though.
Anyone who gets wrapped up in the “you’ll never get your money back out of it” game then to me this is not the hobby for them. Try to repower a cigarette or a fountain etc... including drives, rigging and let me know if the return is there on one of those. Hell, I can’t imagine buying a brand new high performance boat and two years down the road losing 200-300k. Bottom line is yes you have to think long and hard before you embark on a project like this. There are used motors and drIves out there.
Good condition fresh water 496s sell almost like hot cakes. I think mine had over 500hrs on it when I sold it to another member on oso. I didn’t have much problem selling the bravo x either, let it go for pretty cheap because of the amount of hours on it though.
Anyone who gets wrapped up in the “you’ll never get your money back out of it” game then to me this is not the hobby for them. Try to repower a cigarette or a fountain etc... including drives, rigging and let me know if the return is there on one of those. Hell, I can’t imagine buying a brand new high performance boat and two years down the road losing 200-300k. Bottom line is yes you have to think long and hard before you embark on a project like this. There are used motors and drIves out there.
Great points about Losing money. It is the name of the game on boats, cars and motorcycles and I play with them all...!!!
09-24-2018, 12:17 PM
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When I started racing superbikes I wasted more money trying to save money, so you’re doing well to do it right the first time. I also watched more than one $50k moto get get destroyed for a total loss and got into boats because they’re less of a loss, lol. Bottom line: all objects in hobbies are best to be considered consumables and only spend what you can afford to lose. With that said - have a blast! The memories and friendships I developed are priceless.
09-24-2018, 02:09 PM
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Have you thought of other power besides the 600? Lots of 525s out there, maybe Whipple it in the future. 700s even seem to come up fairly often, if your going to upgrade the drive right away. F it, one of the 860 qc4v’s, or an 1100, no a 1550! Cause a 1750 would be overkill....
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09-24-2018, 03:02 PM
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Have you thought of other power besides the 600? Lots of 525s out there, maybe Whipple it in the future. 700s even seem to come up fairly often, if your going to upgrade the drive right away. F it, one of the 860 qc4v’s, or an 1100, no a 1550! Cause a 1750 would be overkill....
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The issue I have is 91 octane is only available at two places on my lake and it is a decent ride away from my cottage. I have 4 marinas on my side of the lake that all only have 89. I know with the 600 if I keep it stock I am fine and wont need the 91 unless I do the Whipple upgrades. I have seen a couple 700s come up as well used so could consider that...I just like the idea of everything new if I am spending all that money.
A 26 that runs strong in the 60-70 range and will still get me near 80 is really all I am looking for so that is why I was leaning towards the 600.
Oh believe me I looked into the 860 as I wanted that until I learned MSRP was 130k...!!!!
09-24-2018, 05:14 PM
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So I have thought and researched more marine engines than I care to admit too over the past two years. I recently spoke to Teague about one of their 825s and that rang in around 70k matched to one of their drives and Hydraulic Steering-which is actually a decent deal for an engine they warranty and claim makes over 900 horse.
The issue I have is 91 octane is only available at two places on my lake and it is a decent ride away from my cottage. I have 4 marinas on my side of the lake that all only have 89. I know with the 600 if I keep it stock I am fine and wont need the 91 unless I do the Whipple upgrades. I have seen a couple 700s come up as well used so could consider that...I just like the idea of everything new if I am spending all that money.
A 26 that runs strong in the 60-70 range and will still get me near 80 is really all I am looking for so that is why I was leaning towards the 600.
Oh believe me I looked into the 860 as I wanted that until I learned MSRP was 130k...!!!!
The issue I have is 91 octane is only available at two places on my lake and it is a decent ride away from my cottage. I have 4 marinas on my side of the lake that all only have 89. I know with the 600 if I keep it stock I am fine and wont need the 91 unless I do the Whipple upgrades. I have seen a couple 700s come up as well used so could consider that...I just like the idea of everything new if I am spending all that money.
A 26 that runs strong in the 60-70 range and will still get me near 80 is really all I am looking for so that is why I was leaning towards the 600.
Oh believe me I looked into the 860 as I wanted that until I learned MSRP was 130k...!!!!
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09-24-2018, 05:16 PM
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Whippled 525 makes way more power than the 600 sci
09-24-2018, 05:22 PM
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Glad to hear you’ve done your homework! No such thing as too much due diligence. 70k for the Teague setup isn’t bad, but I’d be concerned about that drive behind that power... really concerned. I think you’re on the right track with 60-70-80 range, these boats are fun at those speeds and plenty controllable with hydraulic steering. And with a blower motor the acceleration is probably the funnest part!
