To muffle or not to muffle.

[mondorally]

OK here's the deal. I've change out my exhaust manifolds from logs to lightnings on a blown BBC. The boat and motor are from 1986 if that plays into the noise rules. I need to switch out my through transom tips as the current ones are 3.5". New ones need to be 4". The exhaust will be wet and travels about 18" from elbow to transom (powerglide w/speedmaster setup).
The exhaust drumps pretty far underwater and the boat is really quiet at idle. When running it is fairly loud. So my question is - Do I buy new tips w/o mufflers for approx. $120.00, knowing at idle I'll pass the test but may get hassled while running. Or do I kick down $400+ for mufflers and know I'll be fine but will impede performance slightly.
Your tips are appreciated.....
Justin

[1stepcloser]

Muffle.
The laws arent going to get any less strict.

[Phat Daddy]

I kept my original tips on and bought some $80.00 slip-ins at Dana Marine and keep them under my seat. Have'nt been hassled once... knock on wood.

[TCHB]

I see more and more fast boats running mufflers. I think it is the way to go.

[BOBALOO]

A friend of mine got a noise ticket in his Kachina last weekend from the Fish and Game guys in Havasu. I would get the mufflers. wait, ..........I already HAVE mufflers. :D

[mondorally]

I ordered a set of Rex mufflers. With the blower sticking out of the hatch its just a matter of time before I'm pulled over for a friendly inspection......
Thanks for the help.
Justin

[Hotrodnobody]

F it, Loud boats save lives and sound bitchen too!!!

[98 Vector 21]

Run em loud run em proud............then beg your way out of the ticket!

[HocusPocus]

just curious.. whats the fine if your caught being too loud?

[hyevon]

I got a ticket in parker July 4th fine was $250 big ones