"Highlander-Datsuns are Forever" (jamesbowland)
06/14/2017 at 12:27 • Filed to: boatlopnik
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"Highlander-Datsuns are Forever" (jamesbowland)
06/14/2017 at 12:27 • Filed to: boatlopnik | 4
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I am waiting for some folks to go take water samples on the Flathead river. It’s hard to be down on a day like today. The water is ripping but we have a 150 jet should be fun.
HammerheadFistpunch
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 12:39 |
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I’ve always wanted to try a jet outboard, I Imagine they are a lot of fun. I wonder if there is a retrofit option. I have an old Mariner that would work a lot better as a jet.
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Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
> HammerheadFistpunch
06/14/2017 at 12:42 |
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I have no idea if you could retrofit. The main reason for the jet is it is better for rivers and shallow water than a prop that can get damaged if it hits the ground. It’s my understanding that props are more efficient than jets.
itschrome
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 12:46 |
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take me with you!
Wacko
> HammerheadFistpunch
06/14/2017 at 12:47 |
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i had to google if it was possible
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HammerheadFistpunch
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 12:49 |
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yeah, jets usually need about a 1/3rd more HP for the same thrust. The boat it would go on would just be more fun with a jet and would allow me to bypass the need to retrofit a new trim/tilt
awmaster10
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 12:50 |
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Very jealous. I didnt get out on the river this past weekend and now im stuck at work wishing I did.
Honeybunchesofgoats
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 12:58 |
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I admit that I don’t often engage in marinering, but unless that coffee cup is filled with grain alcohol, you seem to be setting sail with an unsettling lack of booze.
jkm7680
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/14/2017 at 13:12 |
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I am going to steal your boat.
Future next gen S2000 owner
> HammerheadFistpunch
06/14/2017 at 13:18 |
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If the bolt pattern matches up, you might be able to swap out the lower unit.
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> jkm7680
06/14/2017 at 13:30 |
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You have to buy a truck first.
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> Honeybunchesofgoats
06/14/2017 at 14:01 |
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10/10 not a booze cruise.