Recent content by metsfan

As an owner of a 2575 QCW with a Yamaha 350, I, agree that Bennington should do a better job of cleaning up the metal shavings from the boats before they are shipped to the dealer.  I've had more than one sliver of metal stuck in my foot and even a year after delivery I continue to find them. ...

Sorry, Bill N, if you were asking me, I had not checked in for a few days.  I've hit 46 mph at 5400 rpm on glass smooth water with 2 on board and a full tank of gas.  Not sure why I was not able to get the rpms up higher.  Dealer suggested I needed to trim engine up further just below cavitation...

Q 2575 with Yamaha 350 OB

Boat Model: 2575 QCW Tower Model Year: 2014 Tube Option: ESP Power Option: Yamaha 350 Prop Specs: Yamaha Saltwater Series XL 17 x 16.5 Performance: 46 mph @ 5400 rpm (full tank 50 gal. and 2 men aboard)

Awaiting delivery on a 2575 QCWT with Yamaha 350, ESP and more.  Smokey Granite with Midnight Black accent.

Here are a couple of photos of the bow storage doors.  If this doesn't work, they're in the gallery.

Newport, thanks for the quick reply. Please keep us posted as to what you decide to do. I also think northeast coast is POTENTIALLY a huge untapped market but there are certain obstacles and perceptions that must be overcome.

Newport, sorry to hear that you're considering moving on from your Benny in less than one season of use. I'm considering buying a QCW 2575 for use along the CT shoreline and was initially encouraged by your earlier posts, but now i'm having 3rd thoughts. Can you be more specific about why you...