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jon v don z
04-08-2000, 12:45 AM
What would be the advantages and disadvantages of converting to arneson drive for an 18 2+3? I have wall-papered the photo of that blue one in the gallery, and it got me thinking of tinkering with my boat. I don't see others using it, so there's probably a good reason. Pros and cons?

GEOO
04-08-2000, 06:05 PM
Jon, I installed the Arneson on my Donzi X-18 last winter. The boat is used for Poker Runs and cruising around. Last year I was planning on switching to a Bravo from my older Volvo. However I came across a great deal on a pair of used Arnesons. I run the boat without a transmision. (start & go) The boat runs 10 mph faster now. Pro's.. Fast, big rooster tail, cool looking, low maintaince. Con's, can't fit transmision in small Donzi. GEOO