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2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
- DarkJester
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2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
I'm looking at a 2005 41 CMY with the 375HP 8.1Gi engines and after what I consider to be a thorough search (2 Hours) I can't find anybody with opinions on if the 8.1's are a good choice for this boat. Seems to me like they may be a little anemic for a 41ft boat @ ~24K lbs. I could be wrong, it's happened before.
OTOH 750HP sounds like a a fair cop. Is there another advantage to the Diesels other than low end torque and reduced Fuel Burn? Should I buy this boat and just enjoy it, or should I maybe save up some more money and get the 44 CMY with the Volvo diesels? The price point is very significant, like 100K. The 41 is in awesome shape with what appears to be some choice upgrades, and lot's of new stuff. I hate to miss out on a great boat just because of a misinformed apprehension about the Gas motors. Also, I'm Gas engine mechanically inclined, and the Diesels would be a learning experience, but not one I'm unwilling to undertake. I learn fast and like mechanics.
As for use, mostly it would be Lake/River use with the notion that I might want to do the Tenn/Tom to the Gulf and go to the Keys. I think that would be the ultimate Retirement Gift to myself, and sounds like an exciting adventure. This would be my 4th boat, so I'm no newbie, but would be my first "Big" boat, and I am certainly not arrogant enough to think I know everything.
I'm really torn here, any help?
Thanks,
Jester.
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
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- Midnightsun
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
That being said I do not see the boat as being underpowered with the 8.1 gas variety, our scoots along just fine on plane however most our travels are at hull speed. Diesels on this boat are actually quite rare in comparison to gas probably because this size/weight is still quite acceptable for 8.1 engines. Diesels are supposed to last 3-4 times as long however I cannot vouch for that as this is my first experience running french fry juice. I do have 1400hrs on the boat with no mechanical issues.
As long as your intent is not to travel at high speeds for a couple hundred hours every season/year, there is no real reason to look for diesels on this boat IMHO.
- DarkJester
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
Thanks for all the responses. You've all been very helpful.
Sometimes you just need some like minded people to back you up, ya know?
Jester
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
DarkJester wrote:Source of the post According to the add, 520 hours on the engines. I'm going to try to go put hands on it this weekend.
Considering that, if you are slow cruisin they will probably be fine. The only thing is, resale will be lower when comes time to sell based on the hours on the gas engines, perception is everything to many.
Lets face it diesels are not all the same anymore. The older versions that lasted tens of thousands of hours were industrial type , low rpm, low hp , heavy frame.
My understanding of the new style high hp, higher rpm, light duty turbo engines are they don't last much longer than gas if beat on. You do get a bigger prop and more bite for docking control though.
Good luck with the viewing, be sure to try to get a engine survey and mechanic on the sea trial.
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Re: 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
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