posted 04-25-2008 03:05 AM ET (US)     

http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/6616/210outrage003nv0.jpg

Subject to earache from the Mrs this should be mine next week

Now to find a decent motor and gauges

posted 04-25-2008 10:30 AM ET (US)            

Interesting trailer configuration with the low bunk.

posted 04-25-2008 10:44 AM ET (US)         

I have no idea what to do with those out riggers other than looking like a porcupine going down the cornice.

Yes please Fno I would like some details on FW retro installation.

Actually I have a hard decision to make on the OB, I’ll explain briefly:

I had the choice of a 2008 model with no extras other than a sun top and ski pole or this one 2006 fully loaded bar FW and Trimtabs

It even has the Navman (now discontinued) deluxe electronics package

http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/299/210outrage006zk4.jpg

http://img131.imageshack.us/img131/2347/210outrage005ai6.jpg

The 2008 one is from the only official BW dealer 3 miles away and has a Evinrude dealership

The 2006 is from a general boat dealer 100 miles and has no engines currently in stock but can get a Verado 200 for me.

It gets worse as the local dealer is where I want to keep my 210 as he’s the cheapest in town and a little man gets the boat ready for you and washes and cleans it on your return, which is a big deal in the summer when it’s 45C and all you want is AC after your trip.

I always wanted a 4 Stroke and after recently getting rid of my old chaparral ski boat with a 1997 225 Evinrude which seized up and replaced with a 200hp head before selling on.

I may be forced to get the 225 Etec just to keep the local dealer happy which is no big deal as it’s about 3000US cheaper so that’s 3 years no maintenance (ish) and 3 free years petrol, being simplistic. Although the extra 6-8 DB’s may drown out the wife moaning on how much did this cost.

Jordi many thanks for reminding me to spend more, yes trimtabs maybe for xmas, not sure if they have the new Verado’s here, but with potential 20% savings could kick in the long term. I’m more concerned if the guys here are competent enough to look after these new engines. I’ll get a shot of their workshop for you tomorrow, you will see what I mean.

Finally with the fishing package is the tackle box behind the cooler back rest?? As I’ve not seen the boat yet.

posted 04-25-2008 06:05 PM ET (US)         

Bkloss, I hoped that the trailer was the optional ali one supplied by BW, are the bunks set too low for towing or do you think something else is astray?. Sorry posted console layout re gauges just after your comment, see pic.

Interesting if you can synch the Navman with the Verado but I guess it’s no substitute for the 2 main rev/speed dials as it maybe a bit small to read on the CP.

Bluewaterpirate, sorry I mean I’ve never fished with out riggers .

I looked at whaler parts and found very little change between 2006 and 8 but did notice that the deluxe seat with livewell has tackle draws and the fishing package also states tackle draws which seem mounted behind the cooler backrest in whaler parts diagrams for the console.

posted 04-25-2008 11:06 PM ET (US)            

This would seem to solve alot of requests from those that want alternative engine choices

posted 04-26-2008 03:05 PM ET (US)         

Thanks, I thought the optional ali trailer was from BW

There is a main Merc dealer here, not where I want to store the Outrage, but it’s only 7Km away on the other side of town. They look slightly better.

I like the sound of the DTS control especially for low speed control, but I assume you willneed the 2 smartcraft dials for this option?

I’m also confused that there is a new 2008 smartcraft gauge with multifunction display (not the square LCD one) is this just an additional or could it replace 1 or both of the normal speed/rev combo.

I take it that my BW tank sender just attaches to the smartcraft system without any attachments unlike the I-Commander sytem for the ETEC

Damm I hate all this research I just wanna get out and play

posted 04-27-2008 04:11 PM ET (US)         

Thanks, seems the only Verados available here are the 250/275L6 and the new 200L4 else wait weeks for a shipment.

The 200L4 seems at a good price (comparable with 225ETEC) and comes with DTS slim control and the square smartcraft LCD vessel view monitor. A pair of SC1000 dials would be an extra.

It may be a good compromise as its lighter like the ETEC plus the other advantages of the 4 stoke, although it may need a few more revs to get going at the low end compared to the L6’s.

The new gauge I was on about is called the Mercmonitor same features as the SC1000 but fully customisation of display. Suppose to be out early 2008

posted 04-27-2008 10:32 PM ET (US)            

And don't worry about taking a little longer to get the RIGHT
motor. Patience will get you a great boat.

posted 04-27-2008 10:42 PM ET (US)            

Now I am giving up a little gas mileage but I think the V6 will have less stress than the 4 cylinder 200 Verado. Time will tell. I highly recommend the Verado with one reservation; make sure there is somebody that can service it should you have a problem or need regular maintenance.

Check with BW about the Navman and Merc connectivity.

If you don't get the Verado, check with other opinions here as there is a lot of good advice about other motor options on this website.

posted 04-28-2008 03:34 PM ET (US)         

I’m total over whelmed buy the kind support and advice

Seems the only person who has let me down is the yard that offered me a slip/storage

Until I get this sorted I’m at a standstill as I don’t have anywhere to put my BW now, as I live in an apartment.

I agree it seems logical to have a low rated L6 225 than a high rated L4 200 but this may have nothing to do with actual mechanics other than low end torque.

I’m not worried about putting a 250L6 Verado on other than the Mrs is already at boiling point and it would be another 3K.

I may be forced back to the ETEC225 just on pure logistics and keeping the marina happy, if they can find me a spot.

I was looking forward to DTS etc but I seem to have a limited choice if I want it in the water less than 2-3 weeks opposed to 3 months.

After waiting 17 years and numerous other boats in-between to get a BW the frustration is killing me.

posted 05-03-2008 11:00 AM ET (US)         

This should answer the front tackle box (in addition to the one in the live well):

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/4874/dsc01885kp3.jpg

Apologises to Verado fans in advance but the dealer with the mooring only does ETEC’s and I was looking forward to DTS but the digital I-Command gauges look good if that’s a compromise, not.

The +120lbs saving makes me feel happier especially if I want to mount an auxiliary/kicker and I can put the trim tabs on later.

I was actually thinking of getting the conquest boarding step as it’s almost a mirror image of the outrage’s and use it as a cover over a custom made kicker bracket.

I feel happier with these guys here with a 225 ETEC as other than an oil change and impeller for the first 3 years, they can stay away.

I may regret it in latter years if I think of selling it rather than shipping it back to the UK, just on perceived preference towards 4 strokes.

I would like them to mount the oil tank whaler style next to the bilge pump with a deck filler but I’m not sure if the ETEC tank with go through the splash well hatch, any one got dimensions please.