Considering a Mariah - Looking for Feedback from owners
Hello,
I am looking at a 2008 SC21 open-bow (not sure the exact model #) with a 4.3 Mercruiser. I took the boat on a water test with one other person. I am by no means very knowlegeable about boats, but to me, the "top end" speed was unimpressive. It seemed like the motor was laboring quite a bit for the speed we were going. The shop dude who went with me said that changing props might help. I think it has a 21" prop on it currently. I was also researching last evening and found a number of blogs suggesting the use of trim tabs. I am looking to pull a kneeboard, wakeboard, tube and possibly a skiier with a pretty loaded (with people) boat. My questions are: 1) Will this boat fit my needs? 2) How much could I expect a new prop and/or trim tabs help? Thank you in advance! |
Re: Considering a Mariah - Looking for Feedback from owners
For what you want to do with it, a 21 ft boat with a 4.3l is under powered. You are going to want a 5.7l or better to ski with a bunch on people and stuff (coolers) [emoji3]. I prefer the newer LS engines like the 6.0 or 6.6l. They are lighter and more powerful. Happy shopping.
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Re: Considering a Mariah - Looking for Feedback from owners
Thanks Steve. That is the feedback I was looking for. I did get the sense the 4.3 wasn't enough engine for the boat.
Unfortunately this is such a seller's market right now, and this boat, which was in great shape, I could get for about 30% less than the NADA average retail. Most of the boats I am pricing from private sellers seem to be at NADA average retail. Of course, it wouldn't be a great decision to buy a boat because of the price relative to others if it doesn't fit the bill. Thanks again. |
Re: Considering a Mariah - Looking for Feedback from owners
That 4.3 will be underpowered and leave you unhappy. This is a bad time to buy with prices super high and used stock kinda scarce. Don't rush it.
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