Reply With QuoteFirst and foremost
WHERE DO YOU WANTTO BOAT.
That will answer your question
What is everyone's preferred choice for propulsion? Pro's, Con's. Power, Economy, Safety? My Question is Power. What kind of speeds can I expect out of a 502/dominator powered 21' Essex Genesis?
First and foremost
WHERE DO YOU WANTTO BOAT.
That will answer your question
Propulsion all depends on what you want to do with he boat and where you plan on boating, as Kilr stated.
The holeshot on a jet will be better than the a sterndrive propelled boat. We had a 21 foot Essex Sterling with the 350 MAG and the Bravo III drive and we saw anywhere from 58-65. Given that, the less weight of the Genesis and the increase in HP of the 502 over the 350, I suspect you'll see somewheere between 60 and 65.
Needles,Havasu, Nacimiento
You need a prop,
A jet would work great for lower water or rivers,
what you mentioned you would be better suited with a prop
Jets shoot water higher
V-Drives...there is nothing else.
needles=jet
havasu=prop
frequent fillups=jet
chance of bleeding profusely=prop (had to)
squirting peeps=jet
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Acceleration is better on the jet.
Jet is safer too.
Low water use is the jets forte'.
Gas mileage should be similar given the same size motor driven at the same RPM's. Maintenance should be less on the jet and is something that can be done by anyone.
The prop has the edge in top speed.
The jet is generally more "fun" to drive despite the slower speed.
I would estimate top speed in the jet as described to be about 55 MPH. The same boat and motor with an prop and I would guess at least 65 MPH.
Mine has a 454/Domintor set up...full crew(6-8) and fuel , 45+, just me and less fuel almost 55 non-gps
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