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Old 26 April 2005, 21:48   #1
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Just been search on ebay and found this …

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...544808063&rd=1

I know those e-tec’s are assume, but 65 knots - really?
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Old 26 April 2005, 21:57   #2
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not a chance. Maybe 40 knots.
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Old 26 April 2005, 22:35   #3
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65 knots = 74.8006641 mph
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Old 26 April 2005, 22:41   #4
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Engine: - Range Of Engines
1x 50 hp
Top/Cruise Speed Kts 65/ ... Kts
Fuel: Petrol
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Hull Material: Fibreglass

That's taken from the Avon site, doesn't say it'll do it with that engine though!!
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Old 27 April 2005, 01:18   #5
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And what about this: http://www.boatsandoutboards.com/view/F62459/ Got to be a bargain .
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Old 27 April 2005, 18:52   #6
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And what about this: http://www.boatsandoutboards.com/view/F62459/ Got to be a bargain .
10 pounds? Isn't that like $15US? I can afford that...


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Old 27 April 2005, 19:26   #7
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Just been search on ebay and found this …

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...544808063&rd=1

I know those e-tec’s are assume, but 65 knots - really?
Peter, in my opinion that speed would be achievable.










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