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Mariner / Santego?
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- CYO Supporter
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
On the heals of consumer concerns and feedback, it's no wonder boating manufacturers are slowly moving away from sterndrives and modifying some of their models to incorporate outboards instead where an inboard isn't practical for a given design. As for the Service industry, I'll be honest, we love sterndrives, and while most dread working on them, they're money makers and keep us in business
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
Midnightsun wrote:Source of the post....advantages/efficiency of I/O vs Sterndrive.....
I think you meant inboard vs I/O (sterndrive)
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
Midnightsun wrote:Source of the post Since Viper cannot cover all bases I will add you should get a survey.
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
He also checked the bellows, gimbal bearings, shift cables etc. All that was included in the $99 cost. For me it was cheap insurance and for me worth the cost. Yes, I/O's are more complex. But, my experience over 12 years with the Bayliner and 3+ with the Carver show me that the I/O boat was less expensive to own and operate. Just fuel alone the Bayliner got almost twice the MPG's as the Carver.
Both systems have their advantages and disadvantages. I would not have a problem owning another I/O boat if the opportunity ever presented itself. I also have no problems owning an inboard powered boat. Either way a boat is something one pours $$ into to own and operate.
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“Escape Plan” - Location: Murray, KY
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
1989 Carver Santego 3867
“Escape Plan”
Murray, KY
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Twin 350XL Crusaders
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
By the way, did anybody mention good professional survey? Where are these boats located? er
( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
As I said earlier I would not consider a purchase without a survey so no body worry. lol
Both boats have the same engines 5.7 Merc.
I do most of my own maintenance on our current boat. 1965 Starcraft Cheiftain with what I believe is the Original Merc outdrive as in the first type produced. However i do like the idea of low maintenance as well as fuel savings. I wish you could get both in the same package.
As for maneuverability since this is our first Big Boat I like the idea of a boat that handles easier.
Lots to consider.
Thanks again for the input.
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
The survey issue is just getting to be some humorous point. er
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- Craig_B
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Re: Mariner / Santego?
What does the group think either of these boats is worth in Canadian dollars? Both are listed just above and below $30,000.
I intend to make offers of less than the asking amount just would like to keep my offer in a reasonable range.
Thanks
oh and i decided to just skip the survey............
just kidding
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