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Baja with the same power will be slower,Fountain is kinda tricky. I would compare the 280 to a 29 Fountain. The Fountain would probably be faster. They're laid up a little lighter. Personally I like the way the PQ rides over the Fountain. While in my friends Fountain,I can hear the water slapping against the hull,not so in the PQ. Not talking bad about the Fountain,just my .02. Not much expierence with the Eliminator or Checkmate. Bob
I have a 80 mph Silencer in classified
I have a 80 mph Silencer in classified
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The 280 is a great boat for its size. It will have more cockpit room than the fountain. It is a faster hull than a 27 baja. My opinion is better quality but it is only an opinion. Not sure on eliminator. The ride on a 280 is also great for its size. You can plow water or stay on top of the waves without feeling out of control depending on how you like to drive. I would not think there is any way the 280 listed will do 90. I have a M1 procharger on mine with a 496 and I will do 75. It is not a hull you will be doing 90mph in. My 2001 can be bought for a lot less than the one listed and has less hours. Turn key on a trailer ready to go. All this cruiser talk with the PQ guys has me thinking...LOL
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No, not another one bailing on us!...I'm sure the boys will have room for you on the houseboat...and four hours after leaving the marina and still only a mile away will you guys start reminiscing about the good ole PQ days!
or just run out of things to talk about!
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No, not another one bailing on us!...I'm sure the boys will have room for you on the houseboat...and four hours after leaving the marina and still only a mile away will you guys start reminiscing about the good ole PQ days!
or just run out of things to talk about!
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Anyway, love my 38, plenty of room for just the GF and I, a/c on it works fantastic, etc., etc. After having the 27 for so long I had to jump right to the 38.
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Need4..."four hours ...only a mile away from the launch " Funny stuff.
I believe the 280 is designed to run 71-74 mph. Mine gets to be a hand full sometimes after 75 under certain water conditions. I agree with Specialk,they're not built for 90 ! Bob
I believe the 280 is designed to run 71-74 mph. Mine gets to be a hand full sometimes after 75 under certain water conditions. I agree with Specialk,they're not built for 90 ! Bob
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