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    Motor ?

    Gm all

    My dilemma, was told my 225 would arrived in March until this morning, now it arrives in October 🤷*♂️. Nobody has any stock but found a 200 DTS, what are your thoughts on this?

    Thank you

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    When did you order your engine?

    DTS is great, BUT will add a SIGNIFICANT cost to rigging (especially on a repower, but even with new boat).


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    Ordered the motor back in October

    I have a 2001 Ranger 520 VX, will it be enough

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    You need to define "enough" as it pertains to you. But I can tell you, never has a boater said, "Damn! I wish I had less power on this boat!"
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    Quote Originally Posted by moymurfs View Post
    You need to define "enough" as it pertains to you. But I can tell you, never has a boater said, "Damn! I wish I had less power on this boat!"
    +100. Boats and airplanes, too much power is just barely enough. Will also hurt resale.