Other than being an aluminum boat it would be a prime candidate for a repower if it was bought cheap enough. You could even part out the MTU,s if they are not broken. I will admit to liking the wrap on the hull!
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
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03-01-2024 09:28 AM #12Senior Member
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
I actually was wondering how economical it would be if you dropped a couple low power diesels in it.
But then you just jacked the price up by 60 to 100k and will never get that money back either.
Sure is a fine looking vessel.
Or.... best stupid thought of the day: Yank the MTU's and put in some electric motors and run off the generators Haha!1980 53' Hatteras MY, Hull # 592
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03-01-2024 10:25 AM #13Senior Member
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
I sent a message through the forum to SeaEric to see if he can find anything out about it.
I'm mildly interested but not in much of a position to do anything right now.
Need more info.1980 53' Hatteras MY, Hull # 592
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03-01-2024 10:26 AM #14Senior Member
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03-01-2024 03:24 PM #16Senior Member
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
My comment about buying cheap enough for a repower would mean free.
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
That 396 the same engine that Hatt had so much trouble with in the 65C?
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03-02-2024 09:41 AM #19Senior Member
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Re: Would anyone have an idea of fuel burn at hull speed on a 72' sportfish...
A real beauty and beast. Guessing 20k or more in engine weight. Looked at a Marinette 41 once. Aluminum is a different animal, as explained by the owner. I like fiberglass.
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03-02-2024 12:40 PM #20