Donzi 41 GT

[AsLan7]

.
With the consumer high performance boating market on life support, it's not surprising to see a manufacturer attempt to lure a new generation using an alternative model that takes advantage of the spiked demand for outboard motors.

My first boating love, Donzi, is supposedly debuting a Donzi 41 GT this summer. It will be interesting to see how it is received. They currently offer only the 16', 18', & 22' Classic series as well as this new model for consumers.

https://www.donzimarine.com/models/gt-series/

It would be cool if they could power this 41GT with a few of the new 627SV's from Seven Marine .

In any event, thoughts from the peanut gallery?

.

[Big Block Power]

Very cool. Merc is working on some big hp outboards so this is going to be pretty cool.

[cmattj]

The seating looks amazing as Offshore Boats typically are for landing not lounging! And yes A7 as we have shared before One of our First loves was the 22 Donzi I built many years ago. Im down to my last 4 Donzi tee shirts. shhhhhh. I still Love the 22 and the 27ZR and 35ZR. Ok im back wheeeeew

I see a Donzi thread Coming to life here!

[AsLan7]

The seating looks amazing as Offshore Boats typically are for landing not lounging! And yes A7 as we have shared before One of our First loves was the 22 Donzi I built many years ago. Im down to my last 4 Donzi tee shirts. shhhhhh. I still Love the 22 and the 27ZR and 35ZR. Ok im back wheeeeew

I see a Donzi thread Coming to life here!

.

I wouldn’t be surprised if I pick up a used 502 powered 22 Classic someday and take it out occasionally, Matt. It’s just so timeless & sexy.

Amazing how similar you and I are. (Although you have one more shirt than I) .

.

[AsLan7]

.
Maybe you and I can take turns in this 22 Classic from a few years ago Matt...
.

[cmattj]

Here is some pics of my 22 Donzi I rebuilt back in 2009. Yes 502 efi. XR Drive Hydromotive 27P.. Love her still!!

[cmattj]

How about a Engine idle video?? Sure if you insist!!

[cmattj]

Shes been to the Bay from our house where big offshore Boats turn back. This was a lunch run to San Fransisco. yes it was terrifying and fun

[cmattj]

.
Maybe you and I can take turns in this 22 Classic from a few years ago Matt...
.

Just caught this.. Ive seen this Guy for awhile!! Its awesome.. so I'm in with you . Lots of tabs and well be fine as you remember!!

[AsLan7]

Your pics got my heart a poundin' there, Matt. Beautiful.

Btw, was that an external hose adapter thru the transom in that break-in video? Haven't seen that.
.

[cmattj]

Btw, was that an external hose adapter thru the transom in that break-in video? Haven't seen that.
.

Yes .hose bib with a metal sealing cap outside to 3/4 inch hose barb thru hull..I ran down and T into the fresh water line.
Easier if it starboard but it sat port on the hoist.

( you can see where I cross it under the engine to the other side.


Sure it would blow out the pick up but when she started it was fine.

[AsLan7]

That’s very cool. Did you add that or Donzi standard?
I’ll have to show my dad that one.

Loce your pics.
Anymore interior shots?

.

[cmattj]

That’s very cool. Did you add that or Donzi standard?
I’ll have to show my dad that one.

Loce your pics.
Anymore interior shots?

.

It was inside the engine compartment on the starboard on a bracket ..

When I took it to have the engine removed so I could go through it ,I asked my buddy to relocated it to the other side so I didn't have to run a hose across the engine.( tricky on a hoist).

When I brought the engine back in s coupke he surprised me by drilling the transom and moving it port side.

Ok.. I guess.. sheesh. But it work out better as you remember engine idle with the prop rod was a scary site

Interior was from Donzi Direct parts. I just bought the kit and put the snaps for the rear. A million unnecessary snaps. Haha.

Windshield I cut and had Tap plastics use Margard poly as it's good replacement and cleans easy.

Previous owner had the stringers redone so the engine alignment was a nightmare.

Other than that I'd do another. I'd get one with Hydraulic steering though. They get cranky above 75 mph right!!

[AsLan7]

Great history Matt.
Was your wife onboard with your “little project “?

Mine was always a little hesitant with our Donzi and newborn.

[Ytmsn]

I can picture that now.

"Honey let's go for a little run in the boat. I think I can make her hit 80 in these conditions! Oh yeah, and bring the baby too"

-Say-what-meme-62749.jpg