hey guys whats the thoughts on a yamaha 250 4 stroke or twin 150's 4 strokes on a 2520. im out of New jersey n at most will do a 50-60 mile range. been trying to do research on performance numbers on the 2. I want to buy the right boat.. Plan to Be a parker guy for a long time.. I dont wana pull the trigger and find out i should of done it differently. Any advise will be greatly appreciated.
Motor thoughts for a 2520
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Bryan 2530
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Depends on the hull, deep v or mod v??
samj
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We run a 2005 D/V 2520 with twin f-150"s. 4 bladed props, perma trims, and oversized tabs. Fuel burn is always relevant to running weight and sea conditions. We tuna fish The Gulf OF Mexico, where it is choppy, sloppy 95% of the time. Sloppy conditions fully loaded for an overnighter 1.3-1.5. Fully loaded smooth conditions 1.6-2.0.
Twins for our type of fishing was a no brainer- safety, and enough power to push the boat fully loaded. Hope this helps. Sam J. "The Tripple J."
Twins for our type of fishing was a no brainer- safety, and enough power to push the boat fully loaded. Hope this helps. Sam J. "The Tripple J."
samsims
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Big difference in price and availability. If your going offshore I'd recommend the DV and twin 150's. Also consider how you will load the boat, max loads will require max power.
Bryan 2530
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ifd198":17fbht03 said:
Not really, if you want a deep v I would say twin 200's, Mod V I would go with a single but that is my preference.
I have twin 200's and I know how she handles fully loaded down, I never been on a twin 150 boat but I wouldn't want to give up the extra 100 hp.
Decide on the hull first based on your fishing then go from there.
Primo
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My opinion is that you really have to decide on the boat first. For drift fishing, these boats drift perfect. The cabins are like sails and I drift with the wind 85% of the time. If you're looking at the XLs and Mod Vs, the 250 is a great engine. If you're going to do regular trips of 50 to 60 miles off the Jersey Coast, I would suggest at minimum the XL, but preferably the Deep V. You have to look at years also. Many of the Parkers from the 90s had single engines (even deep Vs). Don't know if you're looking at new or used, but the specifications really differ from old to new. For example, my 1999 2530 DV only has a 154 gallon fuel tank, was only rated for 400 HP, and was only 5,000 pounds. It came from the factory with a 250 OX66. The new ones are about 800 pounds heavier, are rated for 500 HP, and have a minimum of 173 gallons of fuel.
I average about six offshore trips a year. The 250 OX66 pushed me along just fine. When I repowered with an F250 she was a little slower, but still moved along good. Not a rocket ship. But one thing I say often is, in this area (Jersey Coast), you can't cruise much faster than 25 mph in the ocean without beating the crap out of you or the boat.
But I have to admit, if I were doing it all over again, I'd go with Bryan's suggestion. For the safety with twins and power to fly with a fully loaded boat on those few calm days, I'd go with the Deep V and twin 200s.
I average about six offshore trips a year. The 250 OX66 pushed me along just fine. When I repowered with an F250 she was a little slower, but still moved along good. Not a rocket ship. But one thing I say often is, in this area (Jersey Coast), you can't cruise much faster than 25 mph in the ocean without beating the crap out of you or the boat.
But I have to admit, if I were doing it all over again, I'd go with Bryan's suggestion. For the safety with twins and power to fly with a fully loaded boat on those few calm days, I'd go with the Deep V and twin 200s.
i would suggest the deep vee and twins. i fish the same waters you do but a bit south (Indian River DE) and i can tell you that a) the deep vee is still a ROCK on the drift and b) there is NO SUBSTITUTE FOR DEADRISE in our area. you can play with bigger tabs, trim, slowing down, all you want, but at the end of the day youre going to be better off on long, sloppy runs in a deep vee. and, as im sure you know, those flat calm days are few and far between. put it this way, i would absolutely not want a boat with any less sharp an entry than mine FOR OFFSHORE/CANYON FISHING. :? mod vees are great for nearshore, bay, drifting, short, slow ocean runs and the like. but i think you'll find that the offshore rigged parkers in the northeast are wearing twins and two lifting strakes :wink:
samj
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I second Pelagic 2530. Getting beat to death aint no fun, Especially if its 105 miles each way.
Thnx guys for all your help. Im glad this didnt turn into a deep V vs Mod V war..lol I have been searching for some time now, Looking for my perfect partner. (Parker) that is... Any leads would be greatly appreciated. Looking foward to joining the Parker family. thnx again, pete
Parker
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I will chime in on this discussion. I have a 1998 2520 Deep Vee with a single 250 Suzuki mounted directly to the transom. As many have said, there is no perfect boat. You need to find the boat that will best meet your needs and budget. If you plan to be running to the deep most of the time then, I would suggest the DV with twins. If you plan on mostly fishing inshore say up to 20 miles offshore, then the single may work for you.
When I made my purchase the majority of my fishing was reef fishing for flounder and striper fishing in the fall. I would on average make 6 or so trips offshore to the 30 line for tuna. Now that I have kids, I don't run offshore as much and tend to spend more time off the beach and in the bay.
On the drift, the DV is very steady no snap or roll. One thing about the DV the freeboard is higher than on the MV. That was an issue for me with the kids on board.
As far as cruise speed I like to run between 22 and 24 Knots. At that speed I am burning between 9 and 11 gallons per hour. Fuel consumption depends on how many people are on board. Bear in mind, in a head sea I will need to throttle back to 20 knots or so to keep from banging.
Overall, I am very pleased with the DV with the single. It works for me. I would suggest that you try to get a ride on a DV and on an XL (16 degree deadrise) and see what you prefer. Don't be shy about asking any of our memebers for a ride. If I can help in anyway, or you want to go for a ride in the spring, just ask.
Most of all, take your time and enjoy shopping.
Brad
When I made my purchase the majority of my fishing was reef fishing for flounder and striper fishing in the fall. I would on average make 6 or so trips offshore to the 30 line for tuna. Now that I have kids, I don't run offshore as much and tend to spend more time off the beach and in the bay.
On the drift, the DV is very steady no snap or roll. One thing about the DV the freeboard is higher than on the MV. That was an issue for me with the kids on board.
As far as cruise speed I like to run between 22 and 24 Knots. At that speed I am burning between 9 and 11 gallons per hour. Fuel consumption depends on how many people are on board. Bear in mind, in a head sea I will need to throttle back to 20 knots or so to keep from banging.
Overall, I am very pleased with the DV with the single. It works for me. I would suggest that you try to get a ride on a DV and on an XL (16 degree deadrise) and see what you prefer. Don't be shy about asking any of our memebers for a ride. If I can help in anyway, or you want to go for a ride in the spring, just ask.
Most of all, take your time and enjoy shopping.
Brad
got_em_on
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My dad and I picked up a 2005 2520XL w/twin F150's and 79hrs on it this fall and so far a very happy with it. We wanted a single, but this one came along and we could not pass it up.
We mainly fish inshore-fluke, bass, blacks so deep vee was not necessary and the 16 degree works for us. The twins were a bonus and i think we burn only slightly more gas when compared to our old 2520sc with a 225 merc optimax.
if it gets too choppy we just slow down a little.
Where are you in NJ?
We mainly fish inshore-fluke, bass, blacks so deep vee was not necessary and the 16 degree works for us. The twins were a bonus and i think we burn only slightly more gas when compared to our old 2520sc with a 225 merc optimax.
if it gets too choppy we just slow down a little.
Where are you in NJ?
Thnx guys, you have no idea how much this is helping me.. I live on the shark River in Avon Nj. So Come spring i will b itching to go fishing. Its funny when i go into the tackle shop in the belmar ,marina the only boat in the 25'-30' slips right now is a Parker " Old Glory" Is he a member?
got_em_on
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I am still in the water at Brielle Yacht Club. We could probably go for a quick ride sometime if you want. Did our last blackfish trip about 2 weeks ago.
Tyler
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I'f I was going to do it again I would get a 2510 DV with twin 250 Yamaha game changers.
B-Faithful
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My dad's buddy is selling a LOADED to the gills Parker 2820 with twin F250's if you are interested. (outriggers, furuno package, cockpit rocket launchers, etc.) Boat is the deep v hull and only has like 400 hours on it. I can get you his number if you are interested. Shoot me a pm. The boat is in NJ too.
Good info, but no one mentioned the 2520 with the 225. I have an opportunity for a 2004 DV 2520 w/ a Yam 4stroke 225 with low hours. The vessel is supposedly a DV, I have not been able to see the hull. Price seems right at under $40k.
But does it have enough power? I am a diver so I will put lots of gear on board.
But does it have enough power? I am a diver so I will put lots of gear on board.
carborita":31ga91d6 said:
as per my experience with highly laden, single engine dive boats, i would say no. that boat is underpowered for that application. for example, a 28 sea hawk (not quite as heavy as a Parker 28)in my marina rigged for diving wears twin 250s, and he needs every bit of it loaded for wrecks with 4-6 divers. i would consider the 225 on the DVSC underpowered simply for offshore fishing as well.
I'm very happy with my 2520DV and a single 250hp Yamaha Ox66.
When fully loaded, full fuel, gear, 4 fat guys, ice etc etc...it still performs well.
Only in very heavy seas do I wish more power.
When fully loaded, full fuel, gear, 4 fat guys, ice etc etc...it still performs well.
Only in very heavy seas do I wish more power.
