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Originally Posted by codeman671
The jet boats typically do not allow one engine to run in forward and one in reverse. Manuevering a jet boat in close quarters is a bit different than a traditional prop boat. To go in reverse, the impeller still spins in a direction that would push the boat forward, however a hood closes over the jet and redirects the water.
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I just did a quick Google search and found
this article at Boating Life, an online magazine. According to their short review, THIS boat is capable of independent shifting of the engines (i.e., one in forward, the other in reverse) to facilitate manuveuring in close quarters. Perhaps this will help Pat in making a decision.
Personally, codeman, I'm with you on using this boat in rough water (we all know how rough The Big Lake can be at times). I used to have a 21 ft bowrider and after 5 years, I was ready to move up in size. I now have a 25 ft closed bow; longer, heavier, it handles the rough water much better!
