looking at 27' sea ray with twin 4.3s

[rsfeller]

any opinions on this setup? i haven't got into the details with the broker, but i'm assuming these are V6 engines...<br /><br />anyone have any success or short coming with twin config of these engines in a boat of this approx. size?<br /><br />thanks.<br />shawn

 

[airman]

Re: looking at 27' sea ray with twin 4.3s

My neighbour has a 28' thundercraft w/twin V6 220HP. Running light he tops 40 knots and he usually cruises @ 24kn/2800rpm and gets 1.8nmpg. He's happy with it.

 

[jeremyp111]

Re: looking at 27' sea ray with twin 4.3s

What year and model Sea Ray are you looking at? What are the horse power ratings for the engines? What drives are on the boat? Twin v6s for a boat that size should be fine. <br /><br />The broker should have a copy of the 'Powerboat Guide'. It'll tell ya what the specs are for the boat with that configuration. <br /><br />JP

 

[Boatin Bob]

Re: looking at 27' sea ray with twin 4.3s

Shawn...I used to have a 1989 29' Thundercraft with twin 4.3's, they were 4 bbl at 205 hp and I could get up in the low 40's 42-43 playing with engine trim and trim tabs. We would usually cruise around 28-30, got decent gas mileage plus a little extra room in the engine compartment.

 

[hotmerc]

Re: looking at 27' sea ray with twin 4.3s

i drove a 99' 27 ft. formula with twin v6's. great ride. planes off fast! owner loves it.