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That is some really good information. Yes my boat is a 1990, it was a Bass'n Marauder and when I rebuilt it, with the same floor plan I now have labeled it an Esox LTD, which as I understand is the same floorplan as well.
You are right about the "squat" with extra weight. I know when I back it off the trailor with the wind pushing into the landing I can take water over the back. It can handle the waves under power, but the realization of following seas or even being level at rest is a concern. My goal is to have the least amount of weight back there as possible without giving up any performance issues.
You make some great points on the ETEC. I would go with the 90 if I were to go that direction because they are literally the same weight, and I do appreciate the Youtube sound comparisons, and views of the lack of smoke on the motors, that was very helpful. I know the boat would be quicker out of the hole and have a higher top end speed, by as much as 7-8 mph's from the 70 to the 90, which I would almost never use, but I still smile at the thought.
I may have to study that a little more. I will have to look at the physical size as well as the weight, the motors today seem so huge.
Nomad
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