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Default Choosing and towing a first Bowrider

On Thu, 31 Jan 2008 16:37:53 -0800 (PST), Mister Jerk
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Thanks all for the information. The escape currently doesn't have the
factory package, it would be aftermarket. I would probably add the
transmission cooler.

I should also add that I will only be towing for short distances. Eg:
different lakes around town, and seaway launches. No going up to the
cottage type of thing.

But true, I don't want to burn out my vehicle, or have the boat pull
it into the water at the launch.

I am starting to think I might be stuck with a seadoo challenger or
similar since they are so light. Not much chance for that 4.3 HFI
Mercruiser.


I just looked at one of the manufacturers you mentioned and a
particular boat - a Doral 170 Sunquest.

It weighs in at 1,300 pounds - I can't say if that includes the weight
of the outboard, but let's say that you get an ETEC (sorry, couldn't
resist) 200 - say an additional 680 - that brings you to just under
2,000. Another 500 for a trailer, you are at 2500 +/- 100 lbs.

With gear, gas, etc., another 300 and you are at 2800 - that's not
THAT bad. You are right on the edge of the 20% safety margin, then
again, I was over estimating everything too- any one of those figures
could be off by 100 lbs.

So it is in the realm of possibility - just depends on what you want
to get. You will be limited in your selections though.
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