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Old 16 March 2008, 13:48   #1
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gave the boat first real sea trial around the sound break water this morn. Brilliant.....gps read 40knots.
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Old 16 March 2008, 17:40   #2
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What engine do you have?
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Old 16 March 2008, 19:17   #3
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yanmar inboard 140hp through vospower jet
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Old 16 March 2008, 19:40   #4
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Wow, that speed is amazing for that boat/engine combo.
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Old 17 March 2008, 00:20   #5
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Not bad for a water jet!!!
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Old 17 March 2008, 15:27   #6
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That boat actually if im currect has some history. It was used in one of the riviera promo videos and i have photos of her somewhere on the davits of a super yacht for a photoshoot.
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Old 17 March 2008, 16:27   #7
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That boat actually if im currect has some history. It was used in one of the riviera promo videos and i have photos of her somewhere on the davits of a super yacht for a photoshoot.
Yes you are correct she was on a super yacht. Any pics or info you have would be most welcome.
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