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What kind of performance/fuel burn numbers are you getting?
Thanks.
With approx. 150 gals, 4 adults, 6 kids and 2 180 qt coolers FULL, I saw 1.7 at around 4000 rpms in the river aganst the tide +/- 1.5knts. On a typical offshore trip, I can always count on a combined average of 1.5 mpg. I do not run the boat at the speeds she is capable of. I like a offshore pace of about 32mph unless it is really slick, then I will let her eat. Anybody got a Parker 28 they might want to trade?
__________________ Everglades 290 Pilot
15' Whaler, 1976
Just curious as I am actually looking at 27T/31's as to why you would trade for a 28? Just wanting the cabin? Great looking boat an setup but a tad out of my range. I keep hopping to find a used 27T for a good number. Mainly interested in the 27 over the 31 due to efficieny and towing. Not sure that there really is that much of a difference at the end of the day. Good luck with the sale.
Just curious as I am actually looking at 27T/31's as to why you would trade for a 28? Just wanting the cabin? Great looking boat an setup but a tad out of my range. I keep hopping to find a used 27T for a good number. Mainly interested in the 27 over the 31 due to efficieny and towing. Not sure that there really is that much of a difference at the end of the day. Good luck with the sale.
Cabin and air conditioning. I was mainly throwing that out there as I want a larger express diesel. I could not tell you what the difference in the 27 and 31 is at he end of the day, but it can't be much. Both boats are awsome and you will be happy with either. Mine is a dream to tow. I pull with an 05 F250 PSD and keep the cruise on 71mph on I95 and can go as long and as far as I want.
__________________ Everglades 290 Pilot
15' Whaler, 1976
What all are you looking to trade for? That is one very clean boat.
Thanks papak, this boat is waxed at least once a month and washed thoroughly after each and every use. She is as close to new as can be. I am open to any and all offers. Don't really have my heart set on one particular boat.
__________________ Everglades 290 Pilot
15' Whaler, 1976
Thanks for listening to my offer, good luck. I saw this boat today and it is better than new. Everything that Contender forgot to install is on this one. The removable seating is great.
Re: 2007 Contender 31 Open {PICS ADDED} Trades?????
Just a question do you think the removeable seating would be hard to install in you had the equipment? Any million dollar special brackets needed by chance.
Re: 2007 Contender 31 Open {PICS ADDED} 
