our new ride!

[kc0000]

don't worry - I'm not going to defect to RRX

[kc0000]

the truck is not mine, the babe is!

[kc0000]

looks so good in the sunshine

[25 RAGE]

KC,
That is way COOL! Very sweeeet ride. Nordics are taking over http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif also I here they are very FAST! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[kc0000]

I really like how Karen can sit in the boat at 70mph and not have the wind blow her contacts out..... Everything about the boat seems to be very well thought out. Very comfy!

[LV-Advantage]

Congrats KC that is a sweet ass boat. http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif I like the colors.

[Rude]

RIGHT ON KC!!! that's a kick ass ride! have you had to the water yet? how does it compare to your eliminator?

[kc0000]

Thanks, way excited! I wanted one with a pink stripe, but those boats are hard to see, I mean hard to find! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[No strESSEX]

Congratulations KC!

So let's hear more details. What are you runnin in it? And what about the tunes? I know how much you like a bumpin stereo. http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[kc0000]

has not been in the water yet, not until Feb 8-9. Â*The current stereo is basically - basic, unfortunatly that will have to do for now as I am a touch strapped for cash.

the 496HO will push the Bravo I 24p to something near 70 mph, it can also spin a 26p for a little more top end - but I enjoy the accelleration of the 24p. Â*

Very smooth ride, very smooth controls, way easy enough for Karen. Â*Bill taught Karen how to place the boat onto the trailer, not that it is hard, but it is only her second time driving a boat. Â* http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

The interior is awesome! Â*Way functional and very comfy. Â*I'll have more pictures after the coming weekend. Traded the Eliminator in.... Â* did you know that in AZ, you do not pay sales tax on the dollar amount of your trade in? Â*Way sweet!

Now, I just need something to pull this puppy with! Â*The X5 will be fine between the boat bays and the launch - but the trip to Powell is another story.

[Rude]

sounds like a new excursion with a power stroke is in order http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/stare.gif

[Cracy Racing]

finding the same problem with my 1/2 ton ram, need a diesel in a 3/4 ton instead. WAAAAAAAAy cool ride cant wait to see it on the lake. By the way how bout this weekend at Callville.

[OutCole'd]

KC, Congtratulations on the new ride !!! Looks awesome.

[RiverLife]

DAMN YOU KC!!!!!!!! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Sweet looking boat brother! Very happy for you. I guess that explains the questions about the truck! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif

[25nordic]

very sweet ride there, we bought our 25 from the boat brokers in 98 how were they on trades? we are thinking of going to the 28 also... also have a 99 dodge 4x4 with cummings that could be for sale. pull that boat with no problem








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[THOR]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (kc0000 @ Jan. 27 2003, 7:30 pm)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Thanks, way excited! Â*I wanted one with a pink stripe, but those boats are hard to see, I mean hard to find! Â* Â* Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Thats it. I am going to tell Jason on you guys

[THOR]

KC,
Very cool.
But, just curious, why did you get rid of yours? Just a change? Bigger?

Or, did you get a smokin' deal from the Boat Brokers. Are they good people there? It seems like just yesterday you were re-doing the motor in the Eliminator.

[beer hunter]

WOW KC, sweeeet new ride , great boat and moter package and 28'..(pause).. that's really going to stomp on big water Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif I bet the ski locker on that bad boy is bigger than Kevins whole boat http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[Essex502]

What made you "defect" from Eliminator to Nordic?

What is that shiny thing sticking up in the back and what, may one ask, is it used for? Looks obscene! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

Congrats!

[THOR]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (Essex502 @ Jan. 28 2003, 07:45 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">What made you "defect" from Eliminator to Nordic?

What is that shiny thing sticking up in the back and what, may one ask, is it used for? Looks obscene! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

Congrats![/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Yeh defector!

Only a few of us Eliminator guys left.
Kevin
Rude
BBum
Who else?

[kevnmcd]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (beer hunter @ Jan. 28 2003, 07:31 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">WOW KC, sweeeet new ride , great boat and moter package and 28'..(pause).. that's really going to stomp on big water Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif I bet the ski locker on that bad boy is bigger than Kevins whole boat http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Yea, I am going to store my boat in there on the way to Powell!!! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Congrats, KC. I have a question for you though....a 496 HO will push your 28' Nordic to 70 MPH but Beer Hunters 25' Shockwave with the same power will only go 67 MPH?? I think BH should have looked at Nordic. http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[kc0000]

Karen scuffed her knee on the mid-cabin of the eliminator - so out it goes! Actually, it comes down to time, money, comfort and priorities - priorities have changed towards being with Karen and the kids, that is a time commitment that focusses my efforts towards family and away from tinkering in the garage. The Eliminator is a great boat, in fact it is probably all ready sold, being 6'4" and 200+ I'm much more comfortable on the Nordic, at the end of last season I found myself standing behind the driver seat while driving the boat... long arms and long legs need room to roam!

From a money perspective, my boat payment is going up by only $160 per month. I feel like I got a boat show deal, eliminated the Eliminator payments from the equation in the process, no wait for delivery. Sure they got the best of me on the trade, but after the AZ tax advantage it was not worth the hassle of selling the boat on my own, especially in a down economy. No risk!

Wild Bill Gardner 800-488-0258 x223 is a good guy - I would buy from him again. Let your sweetheart do the negotiations, he will cave!

This Friday I'm going to take my big 4D AGM Battery out of the Eliminator and place it into the Nordic - that is it!

Defect to Nordic..... The Eliminator is a great boat, that hull will cut through any chop as long as you hang on, I'm moving from a pure performance hull to another performance hull with a lot more comfort - The Nordic is very functional and well thought out, no sharp edges, very kid and adult friendly. With the 28 Heat, I can easily invite friends out for the weekend without concern about space.

This boat was parked in the back corner of their building, dark, once we brought it out into the sunshine that paint scheme really comes to life! It looks fantastic sitting on the water, pictures this weekend if I have time.
KC

[kc0000]

I'm rounding at 70mph, I won't know the actual speed until after the motor is broken in. 70mph is a certainty with a 26p, just wondering what kind of accelleration I'll loose. Accelleration is far more important to me than top speed. Water injection will also be installed on the 496HO, that will make all of the difference on a hot day.
KC

[THOR]

Well KC, throw a blower/whipple/procharger on it right now and it well get busy. You should see 80.

But, from personal experience go with the bigger prop. The acceleration may suffer, but cruising at a higher speed and getting more top end will put a smile on your face and will let the motor rest a little more.

[kc0000]

no, no,..... non of that..... comfort and functionality over speed!

this boat is staying completly stock except for the batteries, water injection, and eventually the stereo...
KC http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[Havasu Dreamin]

Great looking boat KC!

[PUMP 'HER']

That sure is a sweet ride kc. I really like the shadow effect of the flames.

[THOR]

KC,
here you go....

http://www.whipplesuperchargers.com/mk_quad_a.jpg

[beer hunter]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (kevnmcd @ Jan. 28 2003, 08:19 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE"></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (beer hunter @ Jan. 28 2003, 07:31 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">WOW KC, sweeeet new ride , great boat and moter package and 28'..(pause).. that's really going to stomp on big water Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif I bet the ski locker on that bad boy is bigger than Kevins whole boat http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Yea, I am going to store my boat in there on the way to Powell!!! Â* http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Â* Congrats, KC. Â*I have a question for you though....a 496 HO will push your 28' Nordic to 70 MPH but Beer Hunters 25' Shockwave with the same power will only go 67 MPH?? Â*I think BH should have looked at Nordic. Â* Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
It's only 65MPH Kevin but that's the top speed SHOCKWAVE estimated while pulling a Small Eliminator around Lake Powell on a hot summer day http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Kevin are we still on for thursday?

[kc0000]

bh.....
a small eliminator.... ouch..... does that estimate include the assumption that the small eliminator could be lighter after the engine hatch falls off..... http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cool.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cool.gif

[kevnmcd]

blah, blah, blah.....we you two saying something? http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/rolleyes.gif

BH-I am still on. Have you heard from them? Will they be done?

[beer hunter]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (kc0000 @ Jan. 28 2003, 11:37 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">bh.....
a small eliminator.... Â*ouch..... Â* Â*does that estimate include the assumption that the small eliminator could be lighter after the engine hatch falls off..... Â* Â* Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cool.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cool.gif[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
No, I bet Kevin was right about the 67MPH top end. Good job Kevin http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif Kevin I'll double check on that and get back with you Wed. night http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[Essex502]

KC - now you need to get a new photo for your signature!

[B-Rad502]

Absolutely kick-ass looking ride, KC!! Can't wait to see it in person on May 3rd! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

The guys on the RRX site, in the past, have never gotten to 70 mph on gps with the same set-up. I think mid 60's was the rule. One guy even said once that he would buy beer for everybody and throw a party if his ever got over 68http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/confused.gif It sure is a fast boat on stock, single power though. I'm sure you'll be really happy with it!

[kc0000]

Mid sixties is fine with me, as long as it starts ever time I hit the key! I can not wait to get out on the lake, maybe a few hours this weekend. KC

[B-Rad502]

I'm hoping for 63-64 mph on my new Magic 29 with the 496HO that I hope to own some day. Speed is one thing, but turn key realiability is another. I'm sure you'll be towing a few broken down kitties to the dock once in a while!! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wow.gif

I'll send you a PM, KC http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[Cracy Racing]

How about Mead this weekend. We would love to have some company.

[BADFISH II]

Hey, I finally found this thread (been busy studying for some stupid reason). Awesome boat KC! big enough to take me and the Mrs. and the twins too http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif seeing as we won't have a boat http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

It's a beautiful boat! congrats.

[LV-Advantage]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (Lakemead1 @ Jan. 30 2003, 2:21 pm)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">seeing as we won't have a boat http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

It's a beautiful boat! Â*congrats.[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
LM1- Does that mean that your boat is sold??

[kevnmcd]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (LV-Advantage @ Jan. 30 2003, 4:28 pm)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">LM1- Â*Does that mean that your boat is sold??[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
He is just dreamin' http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[BADFISH II]

it will be, hopefully someday soon http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[Craig]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (kc0000 @ Jan. 28 2003, 4:54 pm)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Mid sixties is fine with me, as long as it starts ever time I hit the key! Â*I can not wait to get out on the lake, maybe a few hours this weekend. Â* KC[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Hey, mine still starts every time I hit the key, it just don't go anywhere when you put it in gear http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[kc0000]

Took the new ride out on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning, way nice! The X5 just hunkers down and puls this puppy with not problem. Got two really good heat cycles on the motor, top speed of 64mph at WOT. I was going to park the boat in a cove, swim to shore and take some photos - But the water was TOO cold!!! Next week. http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif
KC

[kevnmcd]

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (kc0000 @ Feb. 02 2003, 08:56 am)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">...But the water was TOO cold!!! Â* Â*Next week. Â* Â* http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif Â*http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif
KC[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
What a chicken! http://www.lasvegashotboats.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif