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WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger
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Author:  mercrazy [ August 27th, 2018, 6:06 am ]
Post subject:  WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

Wanted a 16' Sidewinder or 16' Charger

I'm looking for a decent hull that I can dual rig for OMC and Merc. I had a boat rigged like this before for testing motors after rebuilding and/or performing repairs. I can test form 40hp to V6 motors with either of these hulls because they will handle the weight of the bigger motors and light enough to run a 40hp. I will mount a setback/manual lift permanently and swap motors from that bracket.
Let me know if anyone has either of these hulls with or without a trailer for sale

Mercrazy

Author:  Tomcat [ August 27th, 2018, 7:39 am ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

Have a Sidewinder 14SS taking up space.
Had planned to hang an OMC 90 off it, V6 might be a stretch but people here have done crazier things.

Author:  mercrazy [ August 27th, 2018, 7:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

Lol your right about crazy! I have seen a 14' with a V6 Merc before, just parked at the dock at the park on my lake. I would like to find a 16' just to be a little safer!

Thanks
Mercrazy

Author:  Tomcat [ August 27th, 2018, 8:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

Bill could speak better to this but I think a 16 Winder is not exactly safe with big power. I seem to recall the lack of pad made his a bit dodgy.

Author:  mercrazy [ August 27th, 2018, 8:44 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

It's not really for ripping up the lake but more for testing. Now where is the fun in that!!
There have been a number of inline 150's and V6 200hp's seen on my lake alone not no mention the one's I've seen advertised.
I should also say that the 14' Winder was another boat on my bucket list as well. The V4 90hp would be a good choice as well as the early 80's 140hp and similar weight. What shape is yours in?


Mercrazy

Author:  Tomcat [ August 27th, 2018, 8:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

It's a small project. Needs floor (one sheet of ply) and a single stringer.
Hull gel is good, could use a top coat.
Picked it cause it has a small pad
Love to finish it but other projects are higher priority.

Author:  Hounddog [ August 29th, 2018, 2:30 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

There is only one 16 footer that I would want to run a V6 on!
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-powerboat-motor ... nFlag=true
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOh-YewzPc0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CrnWVTJM8M

This would be my second choice.....16 foot Laser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l80AajweNig

Author:  mercrazy [ August 29th, 2018, 4:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

That is far to nice for me Don! But it will hold a V6!

Author:  mercrazy [ August 30th, 2018, 9:22 am ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

I had the pleasure of meeting Tomcat last night! Super guy to talk with, and a fellow diseased individual with "Boaters Syndrome". We were able to trade off some items with each other and have some laughs.
Nice meeting you Tom!

I'm still looking for a 16' Sidewinder or 16' Charger if anyone has something!

Thanks
Mercrazy

Author:  idvette [ August 30th, 2018, 12:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: WTB 16' Sidewinder or Charger

Just some food for thought...

As far as I've seen, sidewinders are not cored boats, Chargers are. If you're just looking for a pos to beat on and test with, you might be better off with a 'winder and no core issues.

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