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"I had a 265 with the twin HPDI's and those were the right engines for that boat, however if I was to buy another 265 it would only be with 225 Four Strokes" Jelly, why is that, is that because of the resale ability, easier to sell when the time comes?

Jellyfish, that is the boat I was speaking of when I started this topic. I looked at it and thought it might be a nice boat to put new power on, but the concensus is that it doesn't make much sense to do that. There are several boats out there with hpdi's or 4 strokes which would be had for...

Re: 265 Express numbers w/f225's Great report Jskylar, many thanks. Which engines do you have on your boat?

Tim, Thank you so much for the offer! I could visit "Enough" in Boca in the winter and when the bass arrive I can take a spin to CT! A cruise of 28-32 is pretty good for me. I had a downeaster which ran 17 and a center console which I ran gently, usually at 25, so anything in the upper 20's...

Thanks for you reply Bill, much appreciated. And you are happy with the ride?

Tim- Remember I am absolutley clueless about this boat, is 400 hp enough for you boat? I have continued to read how the hpdi's are bulletproof, you must be very happy if you would repower with a used hpdi.

I'm in Massachusetts, what a SUPER reason to visit Boca Raton in the winter!!! :D

Yup, all great info guys. Doesn't make sense to repower I guess. Think if I want an hpdi or 4S engine, I'll look for one. What about how the 265 rides? I have most of my time on downeast style boats and a deep V 23' SeaCraft center console. I have zero experience on an express-type boat, or a...

Great Info guys Thank you guys, I have read each of your replies and I apprecaite your thoughts. I took the advice given and read most everything on the 265 I could find on this site. I went and looked at a 2000 265 yesterday that has Saltwater Series 225's on her now listed at $39,900. I...

Hey Guys, New member here. I joined because I have "discovered" the GW 265 Express and I think it could be a good fit for me and the Mrs. I have search the forums here and elsewhere online and it seems this model is really well-liked because of the layout, the ride and the all-around...