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hey ringleader you have the 3 foot envy already? i did and made the jump to the 23 i guess in two years i will be ready for a 26 [] if my wife lets me after dealing with the current boat.
Assuming you're talking about the recent editions of the 254/251 and 261 Makos, Ed summed it up nicely.
Many folks will tell you the 254/251 Mako was the best hull Mako ever produced -- I've ridden on a couple and the ride is exceptional. Ed my covet the 261B, but I've got one eye open for a 254 -- with the teak intact!
The 254/251 was a very capable hull: deep vee, 8' beam, optional 50 gal fuel tank for those who wanted longer ranges, wide open fishing deck, and a great console. It did not have recessed trim tabs, or the C-Pac console. It could be run with a single 250hp outboard, though twin 150s were the most common configuration I saw. Max HP is 370hp.
The 261 was a good hull, though with the 8'6" beam, it does not cut through seas as smoothly as the 254/251. It had recessed trim tabs, and forward "seating" that in my opinion, was a mixed blessing. It also came with the C-Pac console. Good for storage/cruising, less good for fishing. A heavy hull, it ran best with twin 200s -- it's max hp rating.
You're absolutely right about the Mako 25 footers. That extra beam is what I'm looking for though. It really makes a difference in the hull's behavior at rest and while underway. But your right, to get a bit of added stability, I'll have to give up some wave cutting ability.
When Brother Rick came over on Sunday to test fit the fuel tank, he was amaised. He doesn't see it in person very much and couldn't get over the transformation.
I'll bring beer and wings if we can come over to Professor Warthog's and get a boat building lesson or two! Bet we would have a full house. Amazing artistry sir and my hat is off to you.
HeHe I'm up for that. Everyone that comes over just looks for an hour and then leaves. No help. I've got to a point that I work pretty good by my self. Sometimes the wife will come and hangout for a while, just watching and get's board and leaves. I turn around to get her to hold something and she's gone. Aghhh! Now I gott'a go hunt her down.[]
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