I am thinking of buying a 34' Scarab. Only problem is that the owner says it tops out around 47/48 mph. Thinking that it could use stainless props, and probably a set of 4 blades. Can anyone tell me what I can do to raise the bar on these stock 454's with 200 hrs?
34 Scarab only does 47 mph??? What can I do?
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To me it looks kind of unkept in the picture. Scummy drives, dirty, doesn't shine like it should. And if it looks poor in the picture, it will really look bad in person. Pictues usually hide a lot of ills.
From what I have seen, a lot nicer boat can be bought for that many $, or a boat similar to this for less. Simply my opinion.
From what I have seen, a lot nicer boat can be bought for that many $, or a boat similar to this for less. Simply my opinion.
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Dave is located in the Cleveland area had his for sale. I'm not sure if it still is but I'm sure he can give you some info and you might want to take a look at his.
http://www.speedwake.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=179
Dave is located in the Cleveland area had his for sale. I'm not sure if it still is but I'm sure he can give you some info and you might want to take a look at his.
http://www.speedwake.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=179
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This boat is clean, but has OMC'S
This boat is clean, but has OMC'S
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I think the boat is overpriced. Keep in mind it is an Excell not a Scarab. The speed may get a little better and keep in mind that his speeds are only as good as his skills. Aluminum props aren't helping his cause thats a given. I would seriuosly scope out the market before you jump on this!
Just my .02
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Try to get his WOT and RPM. This will tell you a bit about the wear and tear on the motor! Remember that lugging and over-revving can take there toll on your motors!
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I don't know the pitch, and I am thinking that the props are probably the number one problem. What does BAM say the props should be?
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21P Mirage Plus or 22P Bravo I's should be about right.
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I agree, if the boat was priced for $23, I wouldn't be typing right now. I would be writing a check. As for that 1983 Scarab.... Junk. I wouldn't buy something that old. I am obviously skeptical about buying a 1990. I am starting to think I should buy the 1995 .38 Special in Detriot. But now that's another 10K. He's asking $80K but he will probably take $70K. Maybe I should scap both the Scarab (sorry Excel) and the Aronow.
By the way, what's the difference between a Scarab and an Excel? I thought this boat was a Scarab Excel.
By the way, what's the difference between a Scarab and an Excel? I thought this boat was a Scarab Excel.
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Sorry 3DMC. I didn't mean to insult your boat, it's just that it's too old for me to consider financing for 20 years or whatever. I am sure it's not junk, my wife just want's something more modern.
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Scarabscoundrel....Dude I thought I'd give you some input on that Scarab Excel ...I know ALOT... BUT YOU CALLED MY BOAT ...JUNK!!!!!!!!! :angry1: W.T.F...!!!!!!! :eek1: YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN IT... SHES FAR FROM JUNK..... :dontdoit: BUT YOU KNOW WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT OPINIONS......if you wanna talk I can enlighten you.... speed est. you quoted is wrong... I personally know the mechanic whos worked on that boat.. talked to him this morning..... INQUIRING MINDS?? .... DAVE... I ALSO KNOW THE BOTTON LINE.....
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Sorry, I didn't mean to call your boat junk. Sometimes I don't think, and that's not really what I meant. You gotta understand where I am coming from. My wife has a big decision in this. Our old boat was a 1997. It was difficult trying to convince her that a 1990 wasn't too old. In fact, my brothers boat is an 89 and if his was a 91 she probably wouldn't let me get anything older than 92. Totally foot in mouth. Sorry.
What do you mean you know this boat? What else can you tell me?
What do you mean you know this boat? What else can you tell me?
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