Re powering my 12 z521 and having a hard time deciding between mercury and Suzuki. I’m a crappie guide and do not care the slightest about speed. Sure it’s nice, but I want to know that motors going to get me from a to b every time I turn the key. I can get a new merc within 5-10 days and a Suzuki between 10-20 days. I put around 250hrs/yr on my motors and most generally carry 2-3 passengers plus myself, full live wells and too much gear... Do I run with the merc or wait for the Suzuki?
Which dealer is closer for your service needs?
Suzuki dealer is 15 minutes away and merc is 20 minutes awayOriginally Posted by Migs
Mercury every day and twice on Sunday
I was considering the same repowers. But am having trouble getting the merc. Merc was cheaper tho
2011 Ranger z521/2023 250ProXS
I got lucky and found a merc that’s being shipped currently that a person had to back out on. I’m not far from you over in Como...
Looks like I’m going the mercury route... going to run the fury 4, what pitch should I go with 23 or 24 and I believe iv read plug all pvs holes?
The Fury 4 doesn't have a very good track record of keeping all 4 blades intact.
I’m gonna try a 23 tempest and 24 bravo on mine once it’s done
2011 Ranger z521/2023 250ProXS
A fury 3 should give good all around performance with the 250 PRO XS. The hole shot, compared to your 2s will be a significant improvement. I would start with all the vent holes open and only add plugs if you have over ventilation on takeoff.
2018 Z521L 250 PRO XS V8
Thank you... what pitch. I see people back and forth with 23,24.
what about the bravo (xs or fs) for a 4 blade? What pitch on that for hole shot and mid range and handling?
a 23 p Fury will probably work best and I doubt you will be able to turn a 24p to the recommended WOT rpm of 6200. I do not know about a Bravo.
2018 Z521L 250 PRO XS V8
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