225 Optimax opinions

[jasoncooperpcola]

I have one more option, its a 2003 Optimax 25" shaft. Emerald Coast Marine just quoted a repower on a boat powered by twin Opti's. He said to give him a couple days to find out if they do it or not.

If this one falls through i am giving the check back and trading my GMC for a Ford F150 4x4.

[macojoe]

The guys I know with the ox66 say they are great motors, but a bit thirsty. Also think that 250 be way more then the V can handle.

Stay away from Ford!

[bgreene]

What about the Yami 350 hp V8 ? Only weighs around 800 lbs......

Figure we should get 65 mph before the transom tears off and the boat sinks.

[jasoncooperpcola]

Originally Posted by bgreene

What about the Yami 350 hp V8 ? Only weighs around 800 lbs......

Figure we should get 65 mph before the transom tears off and the boat sinks.

The way i am building my bracket it will have to tear the stringers, and the whole bottom of the boat out for five feet! Besides i wont pay $25000 for a four stroke Yamaha.

[bgreene]

Originally Posted by jasoncooperpcola

The way i am building my bracket it will have to tear the stringers, and the whole bottom of the boat out for five feet! Besides i wont pay $25000 for a four stroke Yamaha.

Yup, I've gone with used outboards my last four boats, all good if you're careful picking.