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Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado #10581915 01/30/15 11:06 PM
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I'm looking at buying this boat and was wanting some feedback/advice on running the big Verado on a bass boat.

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Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: David Medler] #10581989 01/30/15 11:36 PM
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I would go Pro Xs but that is just me
Originally Posted By: David Medler
I'm looking at buying this boat and was wanting some feedback/advice on running the big Verado on a bass boat.

Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: snickers] #10582049 01/31/15 12:04 AM
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Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: David Medler] #10582118 01/31/15 12:37 AM
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BIG Verado is a good description.

Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: David Medler] #10582371 01/31/15 02:35 AM
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I run a Z521c with a 250 Verado Pro. Awesome engine. Excellent holeshot even with 2 12ft. Talons. The weight difference is a non issue. Remember you eliminate the hydraulic steering setup and the 2cycle oil and resevoir. Apples to apples the Verado is 65 lbs. heavier;but the torque you gain very much offsets that. With the dts shifter you have the option of using the hotfoot or the hand trottle.I've had 9 Pro XS's-great engine but the Verado is strong. And remember you have virtually no power loss in hot weather with the supercharged engine verses a naturally aspirated engine.I'll guarantee 95% of people who have a negative opinion of the Verado have never been in a boat with one on it. The Verado Pro is not the same as the original engine.

Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: David Medler] #10582382 01/31/15 02:39 AM
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4 strokes are the future!

Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: KB1953] #10582419 01/31/15 02:56 AM
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I'm running 70 to 72 mph fully loaded. Just me and my tackle 2/3 fuel 74mph plus. Running a Bravo FS 26p with 2 vents half open,2 closed. Will turn over the rev limiter loaded.(6400rpm). Got a 27p Bravo and a 27p Pro Max coming. I think I can easily gain 1.5 mph.

Re: Ranger 520c with Mercury 250 Verado [Re: David Medler] #10582433 01/31/15 03:04 AM
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Can't go wrong with any mercury motor But for bass fishermen a ProXs is top of the line on a bass boat

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