Westie
Active Member
- Oct 16, 2008
- 1,109
- Boat Info
- 2001 260 Sundancer towed with the power of an IFORCE V8
- Engines
- 7.4 L Bravo III
I'd inflate the tires to 50 PSI.
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Gary Lewis
New Member
- Feb 19, 2015
- 153
- Boat Info
- Tabs, Halon, dual batteries & switches, & aluminum trailer. Towed w/a 2015 F150 w/3.5L EB
- Engines
- 6.2L MPI w/BIII spinning 22" Hill Marine FourX4's
Westie - Thanks. I think I agree with that.
Garry/John - The props are Hill Marine's 22 Four X 4's. When I got the boat it had 26" Merc 3 blades and it ran out 48 MPH (GPS) at 5000 RPM - @ 700' elevation - and not stellar out-of-the-hole performance. Obviously that won't cut it for Powell, so I shopped around. I found used Merc 22's and 24's, mostly 3x3's, on Craigslist and eBay for about $600, but if you buy them they are yours. Finally I talked to John Hill and he said he would work with me for $1050. We tried their 24's but they were still too tall so he shipped me the 22's. Wow! If you aren't ready it'll take the ski rope away from you, and it still runs out 48 MPH at 5200 R's. But, they act like a high-stall torque converter. Up until 3200 RPM they haven't truly hooked up, meaning it is like you are in a slightly lower gear until then. So you have excellent bottom end but still have the top end for cruising. I love them.
Garry/John - The props are Hill Marine's 22 Four X 4's. When I got the boat it had 26" Merc 3 blades and it ran out 48 MPH (GPS) at 5000 RPM - @ 700' elevation - and not stellar out-of-the-hole performance. Obviously that won't cut it for Powell, so I shopped around. I found used Merc 22's and 24's, mostly 3x3's, on Craigslist and eBay for about $600, but if you buy them they are yours. Finally I talked to John Hill and he said he would work with me for $1050. We tried their 24's but they were still too tall so he shipped me the 22's. Wow! If you aren't ready it'll take the ski rope away from you, and it still runs out 48 MPH at 5200 R's. But, they act like a high-stall torque converter. Up until 3200 RPM they haven't truly hooked up, meaning it is like you are in a slightly lower gear until then. So you have excellent bottom end but still have the top end for cruising. I love them.
Leardriver
Active Member
- May 24, 2016
- 308
- Boat Info
- 2004 270 Sundeck 8.1 Bravo III
- Engines
- 5.0, 5.7, 6.2 8.1 Bravo III over the years
I was at Powell last Wed through Sunday. 22 pitch on a 270 Sundeck with a 496 had plenty of power to pull up slalom skiers with 85 gallons of gas, 24 gallons of fresh water, and some fat passengers, and still hit max RPMs.
As far as preparedness for a long trip, I have long been taking a floor jack in the bed of the truck. It is so much better when you have a flat on the trailer or tow vehicle.
As far as preparedness for a long trip, I have long been taking a floor jack in the bed of the truck. It is so much better when you have a flat on the trailer or tow vehicle.
Gary Lewis
New Member
- Feb 19, 2015
- 153
- Boat Info
- Tabs, Halon, dual batteries & switches, & aluminum trailer. Towed w/a 2015 F150 w/3.5L EB
- Engines
- 6.2L MPI w/BIII spinning 22" Hill Marine FourX4's
Any suggestions on must-see sights? (That's to any of you.)
As for a floor jack, if I had an aluminum one I might. But, mine are waaaay to heavy to be picking up and placing in the bed - for an old guy like me.
Anyway, it sounds like you are pitched about right. Lots of power in that 496.
As for a floor jack, if I had an aluminum one I might. But, mine are waaaay to heavy to be picking up and placing in the bed - for an old guy like me.
Anyway, it sounds like you are pitched about right. Lots of power in that 496.
keokie
Well-Known Member
- Dec 27, 2006
- 1,498
- Boat Info
- 2002 310 Sundancer, Westerbeke 4.5 Genset
- Engines
- 496's, Bravo III's, 2.2:1 Gears
must see sights? Sure. Thinking of things reasonably close to Dangling Rope.... Rainbow bridge of course. Just around the corner from there is Oak Canyon. It has some great beaches, and great exploring if you have kayaks or PWC's. There are literally miles of slot canyons to explore that are breathtaking.
Just a little further from Oak Canyon is Reflection Canyon. It has limited beaches, but the ones it has are beautiful and remote. Reflection Canyon is well worth a sight-see by boat even if you don't stay there.
Downlake from Dangling Rope is Last Chance Canyon. Not much by way of beaches, but a beautiful boat ride...
Really is an awesome lake. Enjoy!
Just a little further from Oak Canyon is Reflection Canyon. It has limited beaches, but the ones it has are beautiful and remote. Reflection Canyon is well worth a sight-see by boat even if you don't stay there.
Downlake from Dangling Rope is Last Chance Canyon. Not much by way of beaches, but a beautiful boat ride...
Really is an awesome lake. Enjoy!
Gary Lewis
New Member
- Feb 19, 2015
- 153
- Boat Info
- Tabs, Halon, dual batteries & switches, & aluminum trailer. Towed w/a 2015 F150 w/3.5L EB
- Engines
- 6.2L MPI w/BIII spinning 22" Hill Marine FourX4's
Thanks! Yes, it is an awesome lake. We have been there three times, but those times were in the 70's & 80's, so it has been quite some time and our memories of what to see are somewhat dimmed. So I appreciate the suggestions.
We leave in 2 hours and 15 minutes, but who is counting? Thanks to all for the help in getting prepared. I'll post about the journey as well as the time on the lake when we get back. :thumbsup: