Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Yeah, that's the one I's thinkin' about, too ...that HO might be TOO heavy ... if Bombardier had the 150-200 series out when my ol' Rude gave it up, there'd probably be one on my boat instead of the Honda, so I'm REALLY interested in how yours does ;) 8) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Please keep us posted. *E-TEC 150 is my choice. *

Billy Mac *;D

Here is some reading on the e-tec

http://www.oceanskiffjournal.com/Sub...ral/ETEC1.aspx

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Taking the Crusher II out tomorrow for the 1st time!! Will let you know know she performed.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

...and some pictures, too ;) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Can't wait for the details. That 200 Etec ought to pop her right on top. Bet she runs like a raped ape compared to what he had.

Airslot

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Hope so...gives me wood just thinkin' about havin' that motor on mine ;) ...that'd jerk those skiers outta the water 8) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Hi Guys,
OK - here's what happened:
Couldn't go out to the gulf (too rough), so I had to settle for the Wacklawaha (not sure how to spell that)River - tide was very low - river is very small. Turned the key - didn't even know the motor was running (quieter than my Honda). No smoke! Shifted smoothly into both gears. Tilted the engine up and proceeded to get into deeper water. Hit the throttle - the boat leaped into plane in a couple of seconds. Trimmed the engine up - got 48 mph and 5600 rpm. Had 2 people in the boat (inc. me) 3/4 tank of gas. Handled beautifully - very pleased. Will send pix soon. Prop is a 14.8X17 aluminum.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

WooooHoooo - Got us an Etec fan now boys. Jackman, would you say that it's a better match than the Honda 225? ;D

Airslot

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Hey jackman1939, where did you try to go out of? Did you mean the OCKLAWAHA river? Belleview aint that far from where I am.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Jackman, you is DAWG fo sho ...more info and pics GALORE!!...is 5600 Max?...leaped on plane?... 8) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

My name is fishbone and cant read yet, so post lots of pics. please. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D 8) ::) :P :P :P :P

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Here's some pix: (Not sure if this is going to work)

http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/Bone Crusher II(1)

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

No Pics. You teasing us. :-/

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

I have the pix on my web site, but I forgot how to insert them into this post!! HELP

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

The river I fished was the Wakasasa? About 14 miles north of Inglis.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

On your website?...just copy/ paste link here... ;) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

I dont think he even has a boat, but I'll show you guys some pics of my boat. Dont pay any attention to the name on the side, it's just an optical illusion. ;D










http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(1).JPG


http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(2).JPG



http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(3).JPG


http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(4).JPG


http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(5).JPG


http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(6).JPG



http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/B...20II%20(7).JPG


Sweet looking set up. Cant wait to here more about how it runs.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Wow, nice lookin ride there. Hmmm, bet ya REEL's got wood ;D

Airslot

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

How do you like the e-tec?

All I read and hear is good, maybe when the lottery finds me
I can get one.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Going to try and post a pic here.

http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/flipper.gif

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Hey !!! It worked. I see my picture - thanks for the lesson.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Thanks Turbine for posting my pix!

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Me likey, likey. ;D Great pics. REEL, you still got wood or taking a cold shower. ;D

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Cold shower from 200' well and that's COLD WATER and I STILL got wood...I gotta find another thread ;D ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Jackman: I almost stole some of your pics. That dolphin was one of them.

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Very nice looking boat! *And the E-TEC Please post a picture of your E-Tec guages. *Billy Mac *;D

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

NICE! :o

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Isn't Jackman's "V" the first to post here w/ an E-Tec ... can we, like have a parade or somethin'?...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Very nice boat! I vote Crushers CC the nicest CC on this site!!

Hip Hip Hoary!!

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Well I've been on labii's CC...even Jackman gonna have to go some to beat that ;) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

nice pics ,,,,,,,,,,,, how fast does it go????

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Slinger, I don't think he's posted top-end yet...I'm hopin' for hi-40s... ;) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

REEL, I thinnk there's a pretty good chance of getting into the high 40's ;D

Airslot

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Well, DUHH!! ::) ...I remember that now...thanks, Slot ;) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Check out my reply 86 for specs. Going out Sunday to the gulf - weather is supposed to be great !!! Here's a pic when I fished the Wakasasa a week ago.

http://home.cfl.rr.com/jackman1939/J...20redfish1.jpg

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Nice Red, Jackman!!...and I think you've got the perfect "V" motor there...weight/ horsepower, like it was MADE for these boats... 8) ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Hope ya have some fun in the Gulf...and brang home some Sea-Meat while yer at it ;) ...


Any more specs comin'?...time to plane...cruise @ 4 grand etc? Can't get EENUFF!! ;D ...

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

I will send more specs if I get out tomorrow - weather is changing.
I bought my Etec from a marina in St Petersberg. Husband and wife company - very good service. He is very knowlegable about boat and motors. I asked him if I should get the big big block - he said " that 200 V60 small block was made for boats specifically like the V20".
He loved the way it handled and performed. I have hydraulic steering on it.
It is a great rig !!

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

Jackman ,watch out behind ya,....looks like a 30 ft. anaconda sneakin' up :o Beautiful boat/motor. I like my 150 OceanRunner but I love that E-tech

Re: 1988 V20 with 225 Honda
 

You're right, that does look like an anaconda !
Fishing trip got cancelled for today. Looks like the weather is going to be bad for the rest of the week :-(