99% of the time I had 4 people aboard -- even with a full tank and a couple coolers -- 300HP was more than adequate. But, that of course is a personal opinion. The 250 jumped up on plane and ran out to the low/mid 40's with that load. Things happen very fast on the water at 40 MPH.
I just stumbled across a BoatTest video on the 2015 250 SLX -- they indicated the ski tower is standard. Also, the boat they tested had the 350 -- the testers were happy with it.
I'd give more thought to the ski tower/ radar arch. It has an integrated ski pylon -- I never used it but I'll bet it's a ball to ski behind with the attachment so high on the pulling boat. Further, really looks good. I'd trade the higher HP motor for that option in a heart beat
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One other thing -- the sport tower was worth every penny. No sun while you're running -- plenty of seats available in the sun. While on the hook, the bimini up with the sport tower was great -- the sun pad and the bow seats were still out in the open. I think it's a big plus for resale as well.
My boat ran about 46/47 with a 1/2 tank or less and one other person on board. I wanted the 496 -- the 350 was more than adequate. Things happen awfully fast at 45 MPH on the water. I had Captains Choice exhaust as well. Loved it. My wife, not so much -- she referred to that option as a--holes...
Mine was the float switch -- paddle. The darn thing won't turn on until there is an inch to 3/4" of water then leaves about a 1/4" -- has to do with the pump losing prime. This is the case with all bilge pumps.
In my opinion Sea Ray did a rotten job with the design of that locker. Should be...
My boat is in a lift as well but it's not covered. All I have is the bow and cockpit canvas. I'm pretty sure my water in the ski locker is coming from rain. It poured a few days ago and my ski locker was really wet. I got all the water out but it continued to ooze out of the center floor plug...
I hope your ski locker was dry -- my guess is not. I plan to call Sea Ray customer service again and see if I can get in touch with one of their production people. I'll bet they would know what's going on and how to fix it.
If I have any luck, I'll post.
Thanks
Thanks for the replies. Trying hard to get this resolved -- looks like the water in the locker is a design issue so it'll be difficult to find an alternative. The water coming from under the center plug is really frustrating. I cut a section of sponge and jammed it into the void under the plug...