Ri245 Questions

[crash279 0]

Hello all, 

  This is my first post here and am looking to join the Centurion family.  We currently have a Crownline e255 Surf.  Long story short, my wife and I are looking to move up to a Ri245.

I've got a few questions to ask regarding the configuration.  We are in the DFW area in Texas.  The altitude is around 600'.

1. What engine would you recommend?  The L96/6.0 or the ZZ6/6.2?  While I do appreciate fuel economy, I don't want to have a boat that isn't up to the task.  

2.  Is the Acme 2907 prop necessary?

3.  Are there any differences between the 2021-2023 models?

4.  Any recommendations or things to watch out for?

 

Thanks in advance for any info.  Looking forward to making the switch!

[Hein 63]

We own a 2021 Ri245.  Great boat. Ours has the ZR7 but the ZZ6 is also a great engine. ZZ6 is the minimum I would accept. Talk to Acme about props as depends on your elevation.  No huge difference between 2021 and 2023. The new models have the new 'baller' Ramfill valves and also a small additional screen on the right side of the dash.  Other than that not much. Rear thruster is a factory option but the aftermarket thrusters are better.

All the best,

Hein

Edited May 5 by Hein

[crash279 0]

On 5/4/2023 at 11:09 PM, Hein said:

We own a 2021 Ri245.  Great boat. Ours has the ZR7 but the ZZ6 is also a great engine. ZZ6 is the minimum I would accept. Talk to Acme about props as depends on your elevation.  No huge difference between 2021 and 2023. The new models have the new 'baller' Ramfill valves and also a small additional screen on the right side of the dash.  Other than that not much. Rear thruster is a factory option but the aftermarket thrusters are better.

All the best,

Hein

Hein, is it possible to upgrade a 2021 with the ramfill 2.0?

 

Thank you for your reply.

[69C10 2]

17 hours ago, crash279 said:

Hein, is it possible to upgrade a 2021 with the ramfill 2.0?

 

Thank you for your reply.

It’s not possible to upgrade the valves, just look for a 2022 or newer.

At lower elevation the 6.0 HO will move that boat fine. If you ride with a big crew or run lead, or plan on going up in elevation Id go ZZ6, keep in mind the ZZ6 will be the more desirable mill and better for resale down the road.

2907 prop or similar will be necessary with the 6.0.

Edited May 12 by 69C10

[Chris O 15]

I've been wondering about posts from several new members over the last few weeks.  They just seem off.  It appears we've been chat gped