who runs the xpower drive
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who runs the xpower drive
I thought this drive was going on the market last year. though they were going to sell them retail a year ago. so is anyone running them, are they holding up to big power? it seemed they had a bunch made all set to sell, after a few more tests. just wondering what happened???
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They are coming along, I have been testing and sent a set back for inspection of wear, I am receiving another set in a week,It is no longer X power. I am doing things for them on this side of the country.
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It looked as if the geartrain/power transmission capabilities were good, but pushing that kind of power through a Bravo-stlye gimbal and transom assembly would seem to be the weak link. Could be a good bolt-on upgrade for Bravo-equipped boats, kind of along the lines of some of IMCO's offerings.
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Jim S. aka "JIMKID Motorsports", has a set on his 30 Skater LS7.
Full photo shoot, 30 Skater LS7/X-Power drives
Full photo shoot 30 Skater LS7/X-Power drives
Full photo shoot, 30 Skater LS7/X-Power drives
Full photo shoot 30 Skater LS7/X-Power drives
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Thanks for the link...I looked those pics over real hard.
No gear shots but i still don't see where the magic comes from...?
Also, does it not make a differance if water builds up under the top cap with those pulleys and belts?
No gear shots but i still don't see where the magic comes from...?
Also, does it not make a differance if water builds up under the top cap with those pulleys and belts?
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Cool looking drives, they look crazy strong in person. They run SSM#6 props.
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If they can get the price down a more reasonable level, they would be great. Last I heard they were still in the $35k a side level, which IMO is a bit out of touch with the general boating public that is searching for a stronger bravo style replacement.
Take Imco SCX for example. seems to be pretty strong, and only $13k.
Take Imco SCX for example. seems to be pretty strong, and only $13k.