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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    Gotcha. I have another thread about the 195 vs the 205 so I got confused. I am going to look at the 205 this weekend and will be able to compare with the 195. Both are around $15k and have low hours and have been well cared for.
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    Sea Ray 195 vs 205

    6-8 people. Mix of adults and kids.
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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    so are you saying go for the 2009 with the 5.0?
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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    Thanks for all the replies. I am leaning toward the 195 with the 5.0 engine. It is also a 2009 Vs the 205 is a 2007. I like the color and interior on the 195 better.
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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    I assume the 4.3 will be better on fuel economy. Is it a significant difference? I plan to use the boat mostly for cruising and water sports.
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    Sea Ray 195 vs 205

    Looking at used sea ray boats. Narrowed search down to 2 boats. One is a 2009 195 with a 5.0 TKS. The other is a 2007 with a 4.3 MPI. they are otherwise similarly equipped. I understand the 205 is one foot longer and 6 inches wider. I like the color of the 195 better and it is 2 years newer...
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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    how will the 5.0 perform in the sea ray 195. It is 20’ long and weighs around 2800 lbs I believe. Do you have to change the intake if you change the carb?
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    Mercruiser 5.0 TKS vs 4.3 MPI

    I am looking at a 2009 Sea Ray 195 sport that has the 5.0 tks engine. This is a carbureted engine, correct? Many of the other used boats in this price range have the 4.3 MPI rated at the same HP. Any concerns with a carbureted engine on this model? Should I opt for a fuel injected engine?
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    Sea Ray 195 sport?

    I am looking at a 2009 195 sport. It has the 5.0 engine and wakeboard tower. I have never owned a Bowrider boat before. The boat has low hours at 195. anything I should look out for with this model? Have also looked at the Tahoe q6 which is in the same price range. looking to spend around $15k
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    Looking to purchase family boat

    I am in the market to purchase a used boat. We are a family of 4 with 2 kids ages 12 and 15. We live in southeast Texas and have ready access to freshwater rivers and lakes. I have owned a small center console in the past. Used for fishing local saltwater lakes. I am looking for something to...
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