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Superhawk Drive systems

Discussion in 'Sunseeker Yacht' started by seadog69, May 7, 2010.

  1. seadog69

    seadog69 New Member

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    I am looking at a Superhawk 48/50. I would appreciate any info on the difference between the Volvo w outdrives versus the Yanmar with Tri-max Drives with the 2 speed transmissions.

    One better than the other ? Issues ? is there a good source to discuss these packages ?
  2. AMG

    AMG YF Moderator

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    I have been driving a 50 with the 2-speed and eventhough it is pretty fast, I think it is not so easy to handle, and you must be aware of what you are doing when shifting gears. (And when shifting drivers).
  3. seadog69

    seadog69 New Member

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    Thank you for the reply, can you tell me the issues when shifting ?
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    AMG YF Moderator

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    I had no issues, but you must remember when to shift up and down, I think you should be below 1500 rpm when shifting down. And in port I prefer normal drives...
  5. seadog69

    seadog69 New Member

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    thanks, so docking is a little dicey I take it.