Verado 200 w/ Pantera IV. any reviews out there?

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September 28, 2009 at 11:15 am #383696

1morcast
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All, has anybody every tried this combo? Would like to understand trade offs for hole shot and top end speed. I understand hole shot is better and that there is significant trade offs on top end. I am fine if the boat can adequately reach 62 to 65mph. thanks

September 28, 2009 at 12:13 pm #383700

Bass Cat Boats
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I think Mr. Pierce runs that setup. I am sure BCB will be along with specifics. The Verado is a great motor.

September 28, 2009 at 2:38 pm #383703

Bass Cat Boats
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The 200 Verado is a great motor and Ron Pierce does have that combination. His is on a Pantera Classic and he really enjoys it. There is not one we are aware of on a Pantera IV model in the newer 4 cylinder version. There are a couple out in the original 6 cylinder Verado, though that is not comparable. The 4 cylinder variant is a fuel efficient engine and puts up upper 60s on a Pantera Classic and the one Ron has will run into lower 70s. Though we say mid to upper 60s to be keep it honest. We expect a Pantera IV model would run in the lower to mid 60s and be a really nice ride.

September 28, 2009 at 4:10 pm #383706

bworner
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Weird, 1morcast I was just disgussing with a very nice BCB owner about a Pantera 4 with the 4cylinder 200 Verado, I think with all of the DI issues, that for someone not wanting the Fastest boat, yet dont want to Screw around with coils,electrical, lower units,cylinders etc….The Verado like alot of 4 strokes are very reliable, and with the DTS throttle it is a luxury motor…..since the Pantera 4 is a Smooth running not a Chine Walikin on the Edge model, the smooth and torquey Nature of the Verado will be a perfect fit…..Hopefully YOU can take advantage of the BCB Loyalty Program and get the discounts…..The only other 200 I would suggest for someone wanting a Cream Puff Motor, is of a different brand and Im not ready today to get Yelled at!!!!… Brannon Up North In Wisconsin……Your Signature …

September 29, 2009 at 12:50 am #383709

1morcast
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All, B, B and B, Thanks for the feedback and education. I have been out of touch for many years and dont know much so thanks for the help. I have had my 2000 PIII/200 Opti combo for 10 years and she has been nothing but a great boat. Garage kept, she still looks new and the motor has never failed me. I never looked at anything else but I must say that I love the layout of the PIV. It just seems so smart and functional to fish out of. I want to pick this up within the next 30 days after I get back from Asia 10/30. For Verado, I am also trying to prepare for the unknown transition of when lakes start putting rules against 2 strokes. Hole shot, plane at low speeds and mid range control is more important to me. However, I occasionally like the 65mph top end only when I have a long way to go and that the BC is actually a very comfortable ride at this speed. Thank you for the feedback on reliability as I intend on keeping this investment for another 10 or more years One last question for you gurus. Any recommendation on a prop? I use a 24P Trophy on my current 200/opi but dont know if there is a better match for Verado 200. Thank you all for your guidance, 1MC

September 29, 2009 at 4:56 am #383712

Bass Cat Boats
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I think its a great plan. Im not a speed demon myself and the verado is a great motor so as long as youre not worried about the go fast thing youre set. On a PIV youll still purrrrr and I think itll be a sweet combo. No experience to help on the prop selection but Im sure whatever Ron is running will be equivalent.

September 29, 2009 at 5:00 am #383715

Bass Cat Boats
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Probably a 24 Fury or a 23 Trophy. If they had a Fury in smaller versions you might go there. BCB

September 29, 2009 at 2:06 pm #383718

1morcast
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thanks all, Just spoke to Mercury. Fury 24, Trophy Plus 24will be the list of props to try. Sincerely 1MC
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