1996 b3 replace 2001 b2?

[dlscott]

I have a Bravo 2, 2001, that I'm thinking about switching to bravo3. Found a 1996 b3. Will that work? Ratio is the same.

Or should I? Would like the same hole shot, but higher top speed.

 

[snoking]

Re: 1996 b3 replace 2001 b2?

Early B3's had a lot of corrosion issues! What kind of boat? B1 would most likely provide the highest speed. I had a 1990 SeaRay 270/290 with a B1 and switched to B2 after a year. B1 was a Stallion and B2 was a Quarter horse. Quarter horse climbed the waves much better than the Stallion. SNOKING

 

[180shabah]

Re: 1996 b3 replace 2001 b2?

If you are looking for more top speed, the B3 is the wrong choice.

 

[Mischief Managed]

Re: 1996 b3 replace 2001 b2?

should bolt right up. Merc hardly sells any B2s anymore. The B3 seems to work just as well on heavy boats but without as much drag. I think you could get a little more speed and better holeshot.