Outboard zx?????

[SilverBack]

We have a new member here on the registry that has a 22C with an outboard. It stated me wondering if anyone had put outboards on a ZX?? How would outboards handle versus an inboard?

I am going to get hammered for this but I am a glutton for punishment so here it goes...Has anyone ever tried a hybrid? 2 outboards and a say 850 HP stern drive? What would that do to handling? I would think the center of gravity would go back and the power to weight ratio would go way up. How would a ZX with an supercharged aluminum small block (say 600 hp) stern drive and a couple of 350 Verados handle. It would have to be fast...wouldn't it??


Let me have it...Fire away:bonk::nilly::bonk:

[MasterMKey]

Haha, Silverback I'm glad that I was able to spark your imagination so much! :wink:

[boxy]

We have a new member here on the registry that has a 22C with an outboard. It stated me wondering if anyone had put outboards on a ZX?? How would outboards handle versus an inboard?

I am going to get hammered for this but I am a glutton for punishment so here it goes...Has anyone ever tried a hybrid? 2 outboards and a say 850 HP stern drive? What would that do to handling? I would think the center of gravity would go back and the power to weight ratio would go way up. How would a ZX with an supercharged aluminum small block (say 600 hp) stern drive and a couple of 350 Verados handle. It would have to be fast...wouldn't it??


Let me have it...Fire away:bonk::nilly::bonk:

You have to get off that oil rig.....

For the love of God man, quit thinking about boats, go surf porn or something.... :D :D

[SilverBack]

Your 22 classic is so sweet. The only reason I didn't go with one is the no storage thing. If I would have thought about twin outboards and still have a trunk I would be set by now. I would not have to worry about the FatSack..water bag thing for weight..My wife would have found plenty of stuff to put back there in the trunk to weight it down!!!

[SilverBack]

I am just kidding about the hybrid thing..That 22 Classic is nice though....you guys had better hope that he does not throw another 300X on that thing!!

[mattyboy]

isn't an OB ZX a ZF ??????:bonk::nilly::party::kingme:

[Trueser]

You have to get off that oil rig.....

For the love of God man, quit thinking about boats, go surf porn or something.... :D :D


That about made me hit the floor.

[boxy]

I believe the Right Honorable Senator from Greenwood Lake is once again correct.

[SilverBack]

I never really looked at a ZF ...but I guess that you are right except for the closed bow thing and they still make the ZF and they don't make the ZX.

[Last Real Texan]

now what did I tell you about that crack pipe you have been sucking on Keith:banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::bang head:.....go run what ya got and report back in the morning.......

[SilverBack]

I have the boat...I am testing..I am waiting a few part and props!!!

[Team Jefe]

isn't an OB ZX a ZF ??????:bonk::nilly::party::kingme:

F*ck...Matty beat me to it.

Slightly smaller cabin and more deck room (for RED Bikini Clad Hotties of course) and a ZF is a ZX with clip-ons.

Maybe not quite as fast, but I can go past the Coast Guard with ZX's and other Go-fasts without getting stopped...see the Coasties have outboards and they think other folks with outboards ar OK...at least that's what I tell myself.

Plus Look at my Avitar....Can a ZX Do that?

[FISHIN SUCKS]

isn't an OB ZX a ZF ??????:bonk::nilly::party::kingme:
Great Call Matty! Poor Jefe, I feel for ya brutha, The most popular ZF guy on here, and Matty pulled the moneyshot before ya. I imagine it's probably the same feeling as being the last kid picked on a team at recess:garfield:

[Trueser]

I think SilverBack should fill in his transom and stick a jack plate on, add a couple of 300's and see how she runs.

What size trim tabs would you need for that config?

Will the pad problem still be a pad problem?

[Lenny]

Has anyone ever tried a hybrid? 2 outboards and a say 850 HP stern drive?


Is your room on the Rig drywalled? And if so, what are the chances it says "Made in China" on the backside ???

[SilverBack]

I think SilverBack should fill in his transom and stick a jack plate on, add a couple of 300's and see how she runs.

What size trim tabs would you need for that config?

Will the pad problem still be a pad problem?

A couple??? If I do that it is going to be three 300s back there!!


Is your room on the Rig drywalled? And if so, what are the chances it says "Made in China" on the backside ???

Steel!!! There is not drywall offshore....maybe a few composite panels.


I am back home now though...Please forgive me for asking questions and making a joke every now and then..I know that it is hard for you experts to put up with me...I did not mean to offend anyone's sensibilities!!

[HIGH LIFE]

Silverback, I have a 27 MAGNUM SEDAN, rigged w/ twin 300 Pro-Max's, boat weighs app. 5400#....71 GPS HIGH LIFE

[SilverBack]

I saw the boat on OSO where you posted it. Did it have a stern drive before?

[HIGH LIFE]

Yes, all MAGNUM's came with sterndrives, except the 27' center console about 1986. When I purchased this boat the previous owner did the conversion. Boat is a 1973,has 18" Stainless Marine bracket, Merc tabs 12" X 16", 4-blade Hydromotive props, carries 164 gal of gas in 4 tanks. Still has engine compartment, that I use for storage. I thought of installing a third motor, but would only gain app. 7mph, cost would not justive increased speed,but would look wild. How much does a ZX weigh,does it have a step? HIGH LIFE

[Team Jefe]

Great Call Matty! Poor Jefe, I feel for ya brutha, The most popular ZF guy on here, and Matty pulled the moneyshot before ya. I imagine it's probably the same feeling as being the last kid picked on a team at recess:garfield:

Have I ever told you that I hate your guts:lookaroun:

Actually, its like seeing that really hot chick at teh bar, make a move, and some other guy steps up just before you.

Still, if its gonna be someone...the Distinguished Gent from NY is as good as any.

[Donziweasel]

Remind me never to work on an oil rig, obviously being that isolated makes the mind do some strange things..........:bonk:

Kieth, don't ever do drugs.............your fine as you are:)

[CHACHI]

I am just kidding about the hybrid thing..That 22 Classic is nice though....you guys had better hope that he does not throw another 300X on that thing!!
A 22C hybrid may not fly, but I have read tests on larger boats with both diesel and turbine power.

Ken

[FISHIN SUCKS]

Have I ever told you that I hate your guts:lookaroun:

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Don't talk dirty to me.......you know I have a low self esteem:lookaroun:!

[Team Jefe]

Don't talk dirty to me.......you know I have a low self esteem:lookaroun:!

I'm sorry Baby Cakes...You know I love you, I just get crazy sometimes:nilly:

I've been on those rigs myself....and you can get a little wacky after a few weeks. Still, nothing a little home cookin' can't fix.... wink... wink ...nudge ....nudge. know what I mean.