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What about the fender storage right in front of the cockpit? I put my fenders under one of the benches, and this seems like a logical place that could hold a lot of garbage.

I installed this brand and used this table top.


Thank you. Is the bracket stable? Could it support a larger table or would it wobble?


Yes it's stable. Myself i would go with a plastic table. The factory ones are very heavy. I rather save the weight. I think it's the same bracket the ...

Big Block Power wrote: Sat Apr 23, 2022 7:02 pm I installed this brand and used this table top.

Thank you. Is the bracket stable? Could it support a larger table or would it wobble?

Titaniumboy wrote: Sat Apr 23, 2022 2:26 pm Here is a table install on a 1999 292 by baktasht.

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Thank you. Helpful to see someone use a larger tabletop.

Has anyone installed one of these table brackets? What size table top did you use? Debating if this is strong enough for what we need. I don’t really want to pay $1,200 for OEM table and bracket so would rather buy this and separate table top for ~$300-500.

https://www.boatoutfitters.com/removable ...

Seems logical to go with the 380 if all things were equal. However is the upgrade to the 380 really worth getting a boat that's 4 years older and a lot more wear and tear due to the higher hours?


This is the question! We don’t need speed, but will be skiing and tubing with family (usually 5 ...

Thanks all. Seems 380 might be the way to go.

I have a lead on a 2019 R7 with a Volvo 350. Everything I have read on here says to get the largest engine possible. That makes sense, but for those that own a R7 with a 350, have you been happy? Has it been enough or have you wished for a 380? I also have a lead on a 2015 R7 with a 380, but it has ...

Good advice. I grew up on boats and have driven a lot of family boats but this is first boat I’m buying - and will be biggest.

Thanks for the response

Newbie question. We are looking at a 2015 R7. My neighbor said he would never buy a boat over 25’ without a bow thruster due to difficulty steering, docking, and controlling the boat. Any perspectives on this? Do people struggle with this on R7?

Thanks cskwake. I’m emailing you now.

The 380 just went sale pending, so I guess that answers my question. Thanks for the input.

Same price, but 380 is a year newer and 85 less engine hours (230 vs 315).
(I should have said 380, not 350 in title).

Haha, okay, I know where you stand. It’s a big decision so wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing anything from the group wisdom, eg durability, noise, maintenance, efficiency.