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    Boyenson Reeds

    Is the install something a pretty good mechanic can do at home, or is this best left to a boat mechanic?

    Just wondering, Ive' got a 96 venom and was looking to get a litlle better performance.

    Will this help much?

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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (FishMoore)

    Carbs have to come off, intake has to come off, reed cage out. New gaskets all the way back out. Timing may need to be advanced. Maybe a little better hole shot and mid-range punch. Maybe smoother Idle. Advantage if you break one doesn't hurt the innards. Yeah you can do it if you have the instructions or a manual. About a 6.5-7 out of 10 in difficulty.

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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (FishMoore)

    Did mine at home last year with no problems.Smoother idle 2-3 mph on top end.don't get in a hurry or you'll miss a step putting it back together lots of screws and bolts.



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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (riverrat1199)

    BUT....... Sometimes when they lean snezze, they will damage the reeds and then you get to do it all over again.......... For the differance I personally don't think it is worth it...

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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (riverrat1199)

    Riverrat How difficult is it to do to our motors?


    1996 STRATOS 278 V
    1996 Intruder 150 HP
    Model 150GLEDB Serial # 04148601
    1991 335195 Heads
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    Chris Carson Carbon Fiber Reeds
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    Prop Mark Croxton A45 15" X 23 Tempest
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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (StratosDadRI)

    He runs a 60* eagle block you run a 90* looper big difference,

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    Re: Boyenson Reeds (FishMoore)

    Thanks for all the input, guess i'll have to make a decision.

    This engine has never been opebed so i'm not sure if i want to start anything!

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