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Old 02-03-2013, 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 4bus
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The best thing for me about the 38 is the fact that everyone has a 35 or a 42,
I always thougt the same thing
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Anyone know of any nice EFI 38's for sale?
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Old 02-03-2013, 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by sp3132
Anyone know of any nice EFI 38's for sale?
That depends on what you think an honest price is for one......
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Old 02-04-2013, 02:15 AM
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There are many things to consider with this choice. I have a 2000 35' Lightening with twin 500 EFI's that runs 88-90 after prop work done by Mark Croxton that I absolutely love. I was looking for a 32' origionally but found most of the extra length in my case was in the front on the engines so with the 35 I am able to lie down on the floor and easily work on the motors so keep that in mind(ease of maintenance) Either way you will be happy as a fountain owner I'm sure! Cost would also be a big deal and staggered motors versus not.
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You didn't mention if the 38 was staggered, if so, that will make a huge difference in the ride and speed. 525sc's will be a little more costly to maintain.
Why more costly to maintain???
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Old 02-05-2013, 07:01 PM
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I have had both and that 3' does make a difference. 1993 35 and have 2001 38 now. 38 hands down. I would love to go to a 42. I'll sell you this one and you have seen it.

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Both great boats but as soon as you buy the 35, the 38 will haunt you....
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