XB2003/250 proxs setup

[john4utvols]

One of my friends just bought a new 250 proxs for his XB2003. Anybody else running this setup. It has a 9" Allison jackplate. Not sure what prop we need to run either. I was going to try a 32 chopper.

 

[Dave Hensley]

Hey John the jackplate is a 9-10-11 isn't it? I guess with the 3 liter you want it at 9". Kevin will be upset that he bought the used boat. He could have had a new xb2003 without gas tank for $36,000 plus taxes.

 

[Darth VMAX]

most that have run big blocks on the XB2003 have gone with the 3.5 to 4" plates.

 

[pud]

John has your friend been able to run his boat enough to tell if he's gonna like the xs?

 

[john4utvols]

We ran it this weekend but the motor is in break-in stage. I got it up to 80 with a 25 trophy, it has 1.75 gears and a SM. Going to try several different props. Not sure what the engine height should be with this motor.

 

[GotMyAlly]

I bet that's a rocket out of the hole with 1.75 gears and a 25" prop.

 

[2Fast2Pass]

Seriously considering going green. Might sell all my 280/260 stuff and do the same thing. Any updates on how the boat runs??

 

[propmanjay]

BadBait has been running a 250 on his xb03 for 5 years and loves it. I think he said 4" for set back and 102 for top end.

 

[2Fast2Pass]

Been on the fence about it for a while now. But if it runs that good I'll probably do it.

 

[K-DAWG XB 2003]

I have my 200 for sale and I think I may have it sold. If I do then, in the next few weeks I am going to be on the hunt for a good use 225 or 250 Pro XS. I doubt Ill find one with a sporty so I am gonna cone the torque master. Anyone have any idea what prop to run?

 

[ally25]

Hey K-Dawg,
If you are still going with a big block on your 2003, I may have what you are looking for in a motor and set-up. I have a 250xs on my 2003, and I have a 2006 225 pro xs sitting on a stand ready to go. Call me at 352-665-4961 or e-mail at mercury2553@yahoo.com for details. Ricky

 

[K-DAWG XB 2003]

Anymore news on how its going for him?

We ran it this weekend but the motor is in break-in stage. I got it up to 80 with a 25 trophy, it has 1.75 gears and a SM. Going to try several different props. Not sure what the engine height should be with this motor.