pcm 502 python 430hp

[fitzee]

i'm looking at 2001 air with this motor but i have never seen this motor in one before was it a special order or what if someone could help that would be great and is it a good motor pcm 502 python 430hp

[Laptom]

RE: pcm 502 python 430hp

Loud, likes fuel, rattles, expensive... Other words, it's a great engine! If you just wakeboard the fuel consumption isn't to bad or even the same as a GT40. But when hammering the throttle you would nottice it! It's was an expensive upgrade from CC back in those days and if you like it, it's a big plus.

Tom

[bchesley]

RE: pcm 502 python 430hp

Having owned both (father in law had a python) there are some significant nuances. The python is really loud because it does not have a muffler. The motor is too big to fit one. If you like to idle around at sunset then be prepared to yell at each other. GT-40 is really quiet in that aspect. Power, the python is a monster. I pegged the 50mph speedo with out any trouble. It did not matter how much weight you put in it it will pull it with ease. If you can deal with the noise go for it because they are rare. If I had the option I would go for it, and install some fresh air exhaust.

Brad

[CradGen2]

RE: pcm 502 python 430hp

Love driving them won't own one.

[WakeSlayer]

RE: pcm 502 python 430hp

I love mine. I have never agreed with the "too loud" sentiment. Gas useage is negligible. the power and torque is amazing, and you get a bit of free ballast to boot.
When CC first put them out, it was a $10k upgrade.

[jos]

RE: pcm 502 python 430hp

My mother in law has a Python.

[fitzee]

thanks for the help

[rocco]

I have a ski with The Monster Python..power,,torque,,power,,,torque,,,.....Not that Bad on Gas....just like any other one,if you stay into the power
the gas does go down fast....(little Loud)--yes,,,,,,,,,,,But when you past by people on other docks,They stop,,look,,and listen,,,,,Again if you like the top speed and sound of the Beast.................Myself """Would'nt have any other............

[pythonsupersport]

If its too loud, you're too old. Get in, sit down, shut up and hold on! The python rocks and fuel consumption isn't any worse than any other ski boat. I've found I use less gas when towing because I only need a slight amount of throttle to get going. It was an expensive option (around 9K). If you can get it, do it. Mine is a 2000 with almost 300 hours on it, just change the oil every year and plugs every other. It will use a little bit of oil, but that is a characteristic of the engine.

[MHayes]

Seriously, go ride in it, drive it, etc. You'll know right away if you like it or not.

[fitzee]

would it be better on gas than a carb 351 i was told yes is this true and what would a good price be on this boat

[kopp210]

I love mine. I added an aftermarket muffler to quite it down a bit but it is still louder than the small block. They make a better fresh air exhaust now that are better than my small inline silencer tips. Gas consumtion is same as small block. We ride at 25mph and somewhere around 2.5KRPM, as opposed to the 3.7KRPM on the small block.

I am just under 500hrs and have had zero issues. Just changed the oil every 50hrs.

[WakeSlayer]

It will use a little bit of oil, but that is a characteristic of the engine.

That is true. You need to keep an eye on that in this BEAST.

[saceone]

I find my 330 excalibur underpowered.

I'd love to rock a python

[wakeboardin2k4]

buy it, and sell it to me for less!