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by marlenemwa
Tue May 09, 2006 6:31 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Do I bottom paint?
Replies: 4
Views: 2193

Do I bottom paint?

I bought the '98 X, (the one without the motor) and it is at BlueWater's shop now getting a brand new 50hp four stroke installed. (yeahaa! Thanks for your advice on that)

Question...we plan on keeping the boat in the water (Puget Sound) during the summer months only.

Should I bottom paint?
by marlenemwa
Tue May 02, 2006 7:45 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

Its decided....

BWY was probably the jury forman. After much consideration, we decided that a very reliable new suzuki 4 stoke was the best way to go. BWY gave us a great price, and the peace of mind that we'd have a great motor, quiet, power, economy, reliability, and smoke free. Did the 50hp. When I have the need...
by marlenemwa
Tue May 02, 2006 7:16 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

HP was not one of my top priorities....

You're right. Its just that so many postings on here seemed want more HP, I don't know if I'd feel the same way soon if I bought a smaller motor. Speed is not as important to me, now at least. Less noise is important to me, as is less smoke, easy start. Probably things about motors that are typical ...
by marlenemwa
Mon May 01, 2006 7:27 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

motors motors everywhere,

Regarding the Shark, would a 40HP be enough power? I had started to consider something greater than a 50, but read that it not recommended for an X. If its a two stroke, won't it be noisier? I read a "Mercury bigfoot" was noisy, are all mercury's noisy? The 50HP on the following page looke...
by marlenemwa
Mon May 01, 2006 6:32 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

Motors...

Ugh...this is so dificult.... the motor is the most important part, and I'm such a rookie.. What do you all think about this one? Its an affordable Four Stroke.... http://www.boatmotors.com/motorparts/index.cgi?pid=6069&flag=2 I did not get a chance to call Blue Water, I will do that tomorrow. I...
by marlenemwa
Mon May 01, 2006 7:19 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

Update: I took a look at the boat....

I went to see the boat. She looks beautiful, and in very good condition. We agreed on a price & put money down, and now need to get a motor installed. I'm still lost in options for this motor. I would like a 50 HP, Fuel Injection. Four stroke would be nice, but a bit pricey so very ready to sett...
by marlenemwa
Tue Apr 25, 2006 12:27 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

The other motor was stolen...

I called the seller, and he said the original motor was stolen. He works for an outboard motor service company and picked the boat up from the prior owner / insurance company, who seemed to place as much value on the motor as the boat. The asking price for this boat is $11,250. Its a 98/ includes sa...
by marlenemwa
Tue Apr 25, 2006 7:02 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.
Replies: 35
Views: 11091

I bought 26X without a motor. Need Help selecting one.

I love the powersail capabilites of the Mac 26 and want one! I have been looking to buy a 26X, but admit to knowing nothing about motors. I have not found many Mac 26x's for sale in this area, (WA State) and am excited that I found a '98 at a good price, but it has no motor. *gulp*. :? What can I ex...