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    Motor Upgrade

    I have a 2009 Puma with a opti 225, about 325hrs, runs fine and been dealer serviced. Would you upgrade to a new 250 or is it not worth the investment? Give me your thoughts

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    #2
    Is is a Pro XS or a regular Opti?

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    Run it till it breaks.

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    #4
    ^ this

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    Not worth it in my opinion Dale. That's not a whole lot of hours and the speed gain definitely not worth the coin you'll spend. Now get it packed and head to Old hickory in a couple weeks
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    Here's THE question to answer. How bad do you want another maybe 3-5 mph? You are NOT going to get your money back if you sell, so if the speed is that important to you, jump right in. But with your eyes open. You won't get that much of a price gain on selling, other than the warranty that will transfer...
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    Thanks Everyone.......you are right, not worth the 3-5 MPH.

    Gary...I am fishing Ronald McDonald House Event that Saturday on KY Lake and can't make KABCOT this year......sorry

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    Tire Run what you got.......or trade the entire rig in on a new one.
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    The one you have will run a long time with only 325 hours on it now.