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Author: | dubber [ December 31st, 2015, 1:48 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
WalkWithMax wrote: BoomerMuskoka wrote: WalkWithMax wrote: Also, getting an OMC would be cool, but the boats already rigged for a Merc and has some nice Mercury Guages too. I never would have considered an OMC before, but they have grown on me over the years. I do have an extra set of OMC controls though... hmmmm Anybody know if a stock crossflow could compete with a Merc 200? It's really about getting the best deal and having a reliable motor that is still competitive. thats sweet boat... ever thought about putting a nice yamaha excel on it? its basically a product improved omc..solid 225 hp. Not sure Boomer? What about weight? If it's cheap and reliable I'm interested in that option... plus there are some guys on here that know a thing or two about them! Nice! You are going to have fun with that boat. I have always liked Vectors As for the excel I think they are around 440lbs or so. An old thread about them is here. Have fun picking some power viewtopic.php?f=2&t=300 |
Author: | DoktorC [ December 31st, 2015, 2:04 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
dubber wrote: WalkWithMax wrote: BoomerMuskoka wrote: WalkWithMax wrote: Also, getting an OMC would be cool, but the boats already rigged for a Merc and has some nice Mercury Guages too. I never would have considered an OMC before, but they have grown on me over the years. I do have an extra set of OMC controls though... hmmmm Anybody know if a stock crossflow could compete with a Merc 200? It's really about getting the best deal and having a reliable motor that is still competitive. thats sweet boat... ever thought about putting a nice yamaha excel on it? its basically a product improved omc..solid 225 hp. Not sure Boomer? What about weight? If it's cheap and reliable I'm interested in that option... plus there are some guys on here that know a thing or two about them! Nice! You are going to have fun with that boat. I have always liked Vectors As for the excel I think they are around 440lbs or so. An old thread about them is here. Have fun picking some power viewtopic.php?f=2&t=300 That was a great thread...the glory days of the Internet... |
Author: | LittleCharger [ December 31st, 2015, 8:44 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
Awesome Dave! Gonna be sweet with what ever power you run...what kinda trolling motor you gonna run! If you go the OMC route talk to Matt (OMCforme) he's "the guy" for those motors. |
Author: | WalkWithMax [ December 31st, 2015, 9:04 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
Thanks guys. That Excel thread was a good one for sure! ...thanks LC, my wife said NO to the bass boat idea. 4 seats was a must have. Oh, and the windshield helped the cause too! (Functional or not) |
Author: | p man [ December 31st, 2015, 11:38 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
Hi Dave, glad to see the boat has ended up in good hands! With a little bit of pad work I bet it will run great! I don't think I ever really had the boat set up right but it was a blast to drive. I always regretted selling that interior with the boat. The seats are super comfy and I mounted them as low as I could. I always thought it looks/feels goofy having the seats in a hydrostream mounted up high. picture uploader image upload no compression |
Author: | DoktorC [ December 31st, 2015, 11:41 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
I'm sure P@ said his windshield works very well. As far as power goes...you know my vote...but...some of those OMC's are pretty cool but it takes a bit of work to get them there. Those guys from Wisconsin on SF have some sweet slOMC's but they also have a ton of work into them and that's totally cool if that's your plan. I think bolting on a stock 2thirsty5 may be a bit disappointing...IMO |
Author: | ATAZ [ December 31st, 2015, 12:27 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
Congrats on the new boat! Great too see more competition coming out for formula for next year. I'm a huge promax fan - good power and reliability. |
Author: | tunnelv [ December 31st, 2015, 1:04 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
Hey Dave, i was wondering if it was Pats old boat, Thats cool! love the flake !! |
Author: | DoktorC [ December 31st, 2015, 1:13 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: 1978 Hydrostream Vector |
I love the colour of that boat....I'm really excited about this Dave lol. I really do love me some hydrostreams! |
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