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Old 09-12-2013, 08:50 AM   #17
MurrayM
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City: Kitimat, North Coast BC
Vessel Name: Badger
Vessel Model: 30' Sundowner Tug
Join Date: Jul 2012
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Originally Posted by FF View Post
Our bus conversions compare with most modest cruisers.

The 50 Uniflite tales under 3 gph at 7-7 1/2 K

The 35 ft GM 4106 6 - 7 GPH at 70 mph. 8V 71 4 speed stick

The Flxible VL 100 requires 6 gph at 75 , in the civilized states that allow modest speeds.

Works for us! DD series 50 4 cyl with auto /OD tranny.
Now I know why they're called 'land yachts'

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Originally Posted by hmason View Post
Man's greatest ability is his ability to rationalize.
Great one, and evidenced by the simple fact that we have recreational use boats in the first place!
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