New 228 ordered

[clh]

Ordered all most all options, on 2020 228, 2 power poles, last week, I am concerned about Suzuki 200 being enough, I am going to call in and add a jack plate, will the 200 be enough or should I consider 225. I have a 2018 208, no t-top, replaced the 140 with a 2019 Suzuki 175, like the boat so well, we ordered the new 228 with t-top. Question Is the 200 enough, with routine 4-6 adults. Total 900 lbs,  Will the jack plate be of any assist with the weight. Not my primary reason for the jack plate. I am getting it any way. Just need help on considering the 225. Decision time Is here. I appreciate any thoughts.  

[Juan]

Welcome aboard! I don't have one but from what I've read the 200 packs all the punch you need for the 228. More hp isn't always better if you consider weight and fuel consumption. Sounds to me like you're doing all the right things. My only suggestion would be if you haven't already ordered them is to order trim tabs. They'll make a bigger difference than just a jack plate.

[freezerfiller]

I think if I would jump from the 200, it would be to 250. On the Suzuki, I don't think the 25 hp is worth the 100 lbs added going from 4 cylinders to 6. And yes, welcome aboard!

[clh]

Thanks, I do have the trim tabs. All of my past boats, 20hp, 40, 70, 90,120 150, twin 200s, 300, 140, and 175 Have had hydrofoils, I believe in them. 20 years history with great success. On the new 228 with the 200 and jack plate do you think the hydrofoil will give the same lift of will the jack plate duplicate or possibly negate the hydrofoil
‘S purpose?

[Juan]

Jun 7, 2020 18:59:18 GMT -6 clh said:

On the new 228 with the 200 and jack plate do you think the hydrofoil will give the same lift of will the jack plate duplicate or possibly negate the hydrofoil
‘S purpose?

If anything, I believe it could be the opposite. The tabs might come close to negating the usefulness of the jack plate but with both, you'll be able to finely tune the motor and the ride in every direction except upside down.

[catchersrock]

I have the 228 with a 250, but, I believe in maxing out horsepower. You dont have to push the throttle all the way down, until you need it.

[framer9]

I have a new 228 with the 200 , jack plates , power pole , trolling motor , t-top . With a full tank of gas a full cooler and all the essentials it pushes the boat just fine. Cruises at 30-35 , wot 43-44. I just keep the jack plate half way up until I figure the tabs out (only has 10 hrs). Tabs half way down puts me at 40-41 on a 1’ chop. Wife says that’s fast enough I say it’s never fast enough.

[clh]

Thanks for the post, you gave the answers I needed, the 200 would be enough. I can hardly wait to see the one I ordered. But thanks to my Bride I have upgraded and they are now rigging a Navy Blue and White 248 with all options for delivery before1 July., Break in will be at Cape Coral Fl. For 2 weeks. Then back to Bluffton, home. ( Perfect spouse likes spending time and money on Boats)
I have a Black 2018 208, 2019 175 Suzuki, power pole, all cushions, Bimini top, custom poling platform. 2 Simrad gps sounders, 5inch and 9 inch. Low hrs. Great boat. That will be on the market when I take delivery.

[Juan]

That's great. My wife would expect something big in return. New car, new kitchen cabinets, etc.
Side note: Sea Pro needs to starting using better glue. Lot's of the first generation boats are missing letters but I think you've got the first Next Wave generation that's missing a letter. Should sell quickly when it hits the market even less the letter O.

[985crabs]

I wish I had a wife like that. I wish I had money like that. I wish I had a wife who had money like that.

Welcome aboard.

[Juan]

Jun 19, 2020 7:19:51 GMT -6 985crabs said:

I wish I had a wife like that. I wish I had money like that. I wish I had a wife who had money like that.

Welcome aboard.

I almost spit my coffee!