… in the process of spec’ing the next ride and I am told to consider Yam SHO 250. For those that are using, what are your experiences regarding reliability, any unique things to be aware of and performance? Anyone flashed the computer to get more giddyup? What rpm you making?
we have not seen any repetitive issues with the SHO.
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2006 Ranger Cayman 223
2016 250 SHO
23p Tempest Plus all vents solid plugged.
Light Load 6000rpm 70.9mph on the GPS.
It’s a beast. I repowered from a 225 Optimax and gained 7mph. Very responsive, super quiet, and tons of torque.
Recommend doing research on the 4.2L engines making oil. Breakin (getting the rings to seat) is very important and Yamaha’s (owners manual) method may not be the “best”. This should not sway you as most report the ring seat by 20hrs. Just something to be aware of.
The best resource for me has been on bass Boat Central as the majority of SHO’s are strapped to bass boats.
They also discuss flashing the ECM, I believe 334hp has been achieved with the flash and bumping the rev limiter. Most do not change the rev limiter (warranty) and see 3-5mph bump and the same HP as the Offshore F300 (where they got the fuel mappings from).
The VF200 is the same motor as the VF250 with different fuel mappings. If you intend to flash the ECU, buy the VF200 and save a few grand.
Flash costs around $650 from Hydro Tec.
Very informative responses. Thank you very much!
This is going to be tough. Once you’ve had black, its tough to go back
never thought I’d see this day.
ChrisV, what do you think about the Nizpro supercharger kit?
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LOOKS LIKE AN AWESOME IDEA, BUT I HAVE NO PERSONAL EXPERIENCE, AND I WOULD NEVER PUT ONE ON A BOAT THAT I FISHED.
BUILDING A RACE BOAT, SURE, BUT NOT ONE THAT I FISH
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When I turned 60 I quit running WOT and my eqiptment has lasted 100 % longer and it didn’t take much longer to get to the same spot, also with better mileage! Am glad I out grew the HP race.
[quote]Originally posted by boatpoor
When I turned 60 I quit running WOT and my eqiptment has lasted 100 % longer and it didn’t take much longer to get to the same spot, also with better mileage! Am glad I out grew the HP race.
I like fast boats, cars, bikes and smart women Age hasnt changed that
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Originally posted by wstrickland1I can hear it now…
Its the post-boom, flying metal parts that is the scariest …
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Originally posted by wstrickland1I can hear it now…
Its the post-boom, flying metal parts that is the scariest …
then the eerie silence