I’m looking at picking up a 1980 this weekend, has a few upgrades like ultrex, hot foot, manual jack plate, pro trim. Dual console. Price is pretty good compared to every other 1980 I’ve looked at.
The one draw back is the engine. It has the regular Merc 150, not the proxs version. Is that a deal breaker? Am I missing out on a lot by not getting the proxs?
Short answer - no. We have sold several with the Mercury 150 L 4-stroke. It is a very good engine and I think you will be very pleased with it. (PS. It is still a 150 hp engine!)
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Any of your customers report on speed with the regular 150? I see the g2 and pro xs getting 55 with tournament loads.
Somewhere, there is a thread about the regular 150 being faster than the Pro XS due to higher gearing. I can’t confirm and I have the ProXS, but the regular 4s would have been just fine with me. If they are offering you a deal, I’d take it.
I don't think there is much difference between the engine besides the programming of the ECM. Higher RMP. That can translate to a different prop or gear ratio to and performance. I looked up the specs on the Merc 115 Pro XS and non XS and that is all I found. I did not consult a Merc professional though. The cost difference on the 115 was only about $300.
2020 VEXUS 1880 Victor Red
Merc 115 HP Pro XS
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Helix 10 MEGA+ MSI
Helix 9 x 2 MEGA+ MDI
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2021 Aluminum Trailer
10' Talons w/sandwich brackets
I have a 1980cc which i think is the same hull as the 1980. I have the regular 150 Merc and with dual power poles and getting 57mph with more than 1/2 tank of gas.
Yes - mid 50's is a very realistic speed with the 150 L. There will not be a huge top end speed difference between the two.Originally Posted by Oregon87
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
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Thanks for the replies. Ended up picking it up today, big upgrade from my tracker, rides great.
From Nixon?
yeah picked it up this morning.
Right on.
Congrats and enjoy your new Vexus!!
2019 Vexus 1880 w/ Mercury Pro-XS 115 4-stroke, MK 80lb Fortex, Twin Helix 7 Birds, Pro II PowerPole. AEguideservice.com
Congratulations! Looks good. I think you will love it. They are great boats and a great company to deal with!
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Congratulations
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