270 hallett.....

[retaocleg]

we are going to do a stock one, input would be awesome.........

my thoughts would be a walk through open bow......it'd be cool to do twin outboards, open up the back cockpit to keep the weight where it needs to be, get extra seating, smaller engine compartment for wakeboards and such........black metal flake base, blue metal flake, red metal flake, multi colored pin lines...........my question is, am i insane on the metal flake, or is that something that is due for a comeback? small metal flake mind you, not total bass boat stuff........outboards are for others? i want to know some feedback on this.....closed bow? mid cabin?

i pulled hard for this and dont want to be a dickwad for doing it...........would like a community based guideline before we commit

 

[Crazyhippy]

Bass boat flake will be the next big thing... Nothing says Hey LAM quite like a disco ball!

 

[hallett21]

Can you post a photo of gel that you’re thinking?

I’m a diehard outboard guy. But as a Hallett owned by Nordic boat I think you guys should do a twin I/O or single 600 boat.

Since you know a thing or two about gel coat…. My guess is that it’ll be a beautiful boat.

 

[Backlash]

Build this Hallett to show the current and future owners of a Hallett boat, that quality and class are alive and well with the brand. Keep the colors and gel design mild and tasteful, and keep the glitter subtle. Go with either a single big block or twins. As much as I love outboards, I wouldn't go that route with a stock build.

Live the legend.

 

[traquer]

I'd go I/O. I know Hallett wants to push the outboard build since that's the future, but for me personally it's like the comparison to a stick shift car. I drove a brand new BMW M4 in 6MT and it was a blast ( I actually rented one on Turo for a week and drove the hell out of it). Slower and more of a pain than the paddle shift which I also drove, but I'd take it any day of the week due to the experience. Same with the I/O and the noises it makes. Can't put a price on that.

 

[retaocleg]

outboard was my choice, but i am here to listen.........not preach
and i doubt randy would do a twin ob for stock............but input matters, the stringer system requires....if anything, it'll get built for a single, and modify if it goes that way

 

[counterpart7]

Not sure about black base on a stock boat but as long as it's not overall too dark it could be cool. Not sure on the twin outboards(although I said yes in the previous thread). I don't see many companies building OB Vees. With no easy walk off on the front, loosing a rear swim step would really make it less practical. WTOB gets my vote.

 

[rlemn8r]

Love the color choices. Flake most diffenetly. I think it should be an i/o with a 600.. And wtob..

 

[hallett21]

@RiverDave sounds like you should head back down?

 

[RaceTec]

Like everything you mentioned but I think a single IO is the way to go on a stock build. Small flake in that color combo would be great!
I like the flake on my Hallett though!

 

[Dr Rob]

outboard was my choice, but i am here to listen.........not preach
and i doubt randy would do a twin ob for stock............but input matters, the stringer system requires....if anything, it'll get built for a single, and modify if it goes that way

How would the new Mercury 600 outboard work on this hull? You could still have swim steps on either side. I am sure that thing is not cheap.

 

[hallett21]

How would the new Mercury 600 outboard work on this hull? You could still have swim steps on either side. I am sure that thing is not cheap.

You don’t want that motor if you want to exceed 60mph.

 

[retaocleg]

what about configuration? walk through better than mid cabin? closed? what i posted as a jump off is my preference, but im not the one to target........

 

[Bails]

it depends on what your going for.

I have a 270 and I love it. As I'm getting older I would love to have it be a walk thought. So walk thought laid out like a 240 with the 270 bottom. I guess I'm a traditionalist and would go for that timeless Hallett paint, no flake. I'd also go single 600 I/O

 

[hallett21]

what about configuration? walk through better than mid cabin? closed? what i posted as a jump off is my preference, but im not the one to target........

Mid cabin.

 

[counterpart7]

You don’t want that motor if you want to exceed 60mph.

Is there any truth to this? Quick search and there are a few big boats capable of 65+ mph with 600s. One is a 46' with twin 600s doing 72knots(82mph).

 

[retaocleg]

Is there any truth to this? Quick search and there are a few big boats capable of 65+ mph with 600s. One is a 46' with twin 600s doing 72knots(82mph).

not gonna happen unless you buy, being honest........

 

[retaocleg]

conservative graphic, hallett style, not over the top.......
kinda like some of the old cole boats, but mini flake.......

 

[Hammer]

we are going to do a stock one, input would be awesome.........

my thoughts would be a walk through open bow......it'd be cool to do twin outboards, open up the back cockpit to keep the weight where it needs to be, get extra seating, smaller engine compartment for wakeboards and such........black metal flake base, blue metal flake, red metal flake, multi colored pin lines...........my question is, am i insane on the metal flake, or is that something that is due for a comeback? small metal flake mind you, not total bass boat stuff........outboards are for others? i want to know some feedback on this.....closed bow? mid cabin?

i pulled hard for this and dont want to be a dickwad for doing it...........would like a community based guideline before we commit

Absolutely no metal flake on the first one. It would Behoove HALLETT to ask the 5k members on Hallett Owners Group FB and get their input. They'd appreciate it, as it is now they think Nordic doesn't give two shits about Hallett and the brand.

I will definitely participate in this thread. I'd be happy to swing by the shop next saturday for real in person input.

 

[Dr Rob]

Is there any truth to this? Quick search and there are a few big boats capable of 65+ mph with 600s. One is a 46' with twin 600s doing 72knots(82mph).

One would think with the right props that thing would do everything well. It has counter rotating stainless propellers so it should come out of the hole nicely.

 

[Hammer]

One would think with the right props that thing would do everything well. It has counter rotating stainless propellers so it should come out of the hole nicely.

The price point needs to be conservative......

 

[counterpart7]

not gonna happen unless you buy, being honest........

Heard

 

[Hammer]

conservative graphic, hallett style, not over the top.......
kinda like some of the old cole boats, but mini flake.......

I think you should post up some renderings and lets start there.....

 

[Bobby V]

what about configuration? walk through better than mid cabin? closed? what i posted as a jump off is my preference, but im not the one to target........

Walk thru. The older you get the smaller the MCOP hole gets.

 

[retaocleg]

Absolutely no metal flake on the first one. It would Behoove HALLETT to ask the 5k members on Hallett Owners Group FB and get their input. They'd appreciate it, as it is now they think Nordic doesn't give two shits about Hallett and the brand.

I will definitely participate in this thread. I'd be happy to swing by the shop next saturday for real in person input.

if saturday, i wont be there, but can meet you anywhere in lhc to hear it, anytime.......i see the FB thing, but i dont do FB..........maybe you could be a soldier and point them here?

 

[steamin rice]

I'd vote for something that shows that the current ownership is happy to build something that is consistent with the classic Hallett boats. Personally I would vote for a closed bow with a single I/O, but there are probably more buyers for an open bow and I am not boat shopping at the moment.

Your idea of a classic Hallett scheme with small flake will probably look great.

 

[Hammer]

if saturday, i wont be there, but can meet you anywhere in lhc to hear it, anytime.......i see the FB thing, but i dont do FB..........maybe you could be a soldier and point them here?

Done- If I need to I'll combine their input and put it here...

Shoot me a PM with contact if you want. I'd like to see this happen. Have they discussed price points? That is surely going to come up in short order....

 

[Hammer]

Walk thru. The older you get the smaller the MCOP hole gets.

I agree with this. the Mid Cabin is kind of a pain in the ass on a 270. at the same time, the 275 is already a walk through open bow, there needs to be a difference between the two otherwise you are going to be pointing at a 270 saying it looks like a 275 Nordic again and Hallett will be at square one...

This 270 needs to have resemblance to the OG 270 with new school inputs...

 

[retaocleg]

Done- If I need to I'll combine their input and put it here...

Shoot me a PM with contact if you want. I'd like to see this happen. Have they discussed price points? That is surely going to come up in short order....

pm sent

 

[retaocleg]

I agree with this. the Mid Cabin is kind of a pain in the ass on a 270. at the same time, the 275 is already a walk through open bow, there needs to be a difference between the two otherwise you are going to be pointing at a 270 saying it looks like a 275 Nordic again and Hallett will be at square one...

This 270 needs to have resemblance to the OG 270 with new school inputs...

270 hallett will not be a 275, same windshield as the 270, i promise

 

[Done-it-again]

Noooooo outboards on the 270, they look like crap just like the Lavey..

Classic gel lines, stainless rub rail, glass floor liner.

 

[OC Mike]

I applaud you for getting this going. As owner of a 270s, I have to say the MCOB has served us well for the past 15 years. The cabin on the Hallett is bigger than others and very useful. The cooler, food, belongs etc are stored underneath and the front cabin doors are closed when under way. This 'Ole' guy can manuever the cabin quite well still.
Another great item is the 'Large Flat swim step.' So I vote I/O. The boat needs HP, I vote 520 min. Never drove a twin anything, so I can't comment about twins.
Call me strange but I think a Metalflake black on the lower Hull with Red, White and mabe yellow mixed through out would be great. All touchable surfaces would need to be white including the swim step. Not sure how to pull that off. May be a bit much for a inventory boat.

Looking forward to this..

 

[BUDMAN]

I’m all for a WTOB. Which bottom? The OG Hallett bottom or a Nordic bottom. Twin IO would be awesome to see or a single big power. Teak floors or fiberglass? So many questions my head is spinning

 

[Shlbyntro]

Im thinking twin IO with an LS platformed engine. or single supercharged LS platform. This will stay true to the classic and also boast the new tech. Im a fan of classic gauges but in this day and age, a glass cockpit may be more appropriate. WTOB for sure. It will appeal to the widest pool of buyers. If youre using metal flake, I wouldnt go any more than an ultra fine pearl and definitely keep a classic design as far as the graphic

 

[Lumpy]

Not a big fan of MF or black on a Hallett but I'm a little old school...hell its your build...do what makes you happy! If I could change anything on my 270 it would be twin small blocks. Again...its your money and boat...do what you are happy with!

 

[retaocleg]

I’m all for a WTOB. Which bottom? The OG Hallett bottom or a Nordic bottom. Twin IO would be awesome to see or a single big power. Teak floors or fiberglass? So many questions my head is spinning

hallett bottom.......fiberglass floor, unless you buy, then we will talk teak

 

[retaocleg]

Not a big fan of MF or black on a Hallett but I'm a little old school...hell its your build...do what makes you happy! If I could change anything on my 270 it would be twin small blocks. Again...its your money and boat...do what you are happy with!

not my money, randy's money........and wont do twins on a stock, no way......too niche

 

[DWC]

Someone has already spent money on researching the color scheme . I’d stick with these colors, MCOB, single 565, tabs for water sports. Targeting a loyal Hallett customer with kids/grandkids. Something that gets up and down the lake decent, offers some shade and could do some water sports if needed.

 

[CLdrinker]

Absolutely don’t do outboards. People love the traditional lines of a Hallett. Outboards screw that up.

A 565 would be a great power plant.

 

[Livewire Fabworks]

I would love to see a walk through. When we had our 255 built we would have done a 270 in a walk through if it was available but it would need to keep the more squared off windscreens instead of the rounded style of the 275.

If you guys did a mcob I think it would sell really well as well and you have the top mold for that already.

Single i/o as the 27 is a great family boat where you can hang out on the swim step and the outboard breaks that up. The 520-600 would be good but to keep cost down I'd do the 520. Of course we would all like the 600 but then the cost skyrockets.

Gel, I think you guys have done a great job on the last Hallet boats you have pumped out.

Just my opinion and you know what they say about opinions

 

[OldSchoolBoats]

MCOB, classic gel with red/blue and silver accents, solid white interior, teak floor with 40oz snap in carpet with Hallett logo in it. 600SCI with IMCO drive. 8 - 6.5 inch speaker system with 2 - 12" subs in the mid cabin. No screens, Livorsi gauges.

Triple axle adrenaline trailer.

 

[chvynhra]

If it was my money I would want a cuddy with a big front opening that went into the roof but could still be closed off with a sliding door. I'd go with the new Ilmor supercharged engine. Can you fit a side door on a 270?

 

[pull-on]

My worthless input......

No on a WTOB. Part of the looks and lines of the 270 is the windshield. You can't split it in two and retain the look.

MCOB all the way. I believe there is a bigger pool of buyers wanting open bows vs. a closed bow. Kids and women love it up there.

Power.....Single big I/O. Twins scare most buyers. Outboards kill the rear entry and party. We use our swim step as a table/bar when at the sandbar.

Reds/Blues/Grays for color. These seem to be the most sought after colors. Add a subtle sparkle, like @BUDMAN . His blue is absolutely GORGEOUS.

I'll think of more later.

I like this whole deal tho. Building the boat Randy talked about when he bought the company in 2017!!! Classic Hallett with ZERO wood. All composites.

 

[Member: 71]

OG 270
No flake
Mid Cabin
Teak Flooring
565/600 Merc w/ Merc Drive
Mark Audio sound system

don't forget the.....

 

[C_J_J_C]

Do you want a showroom boat or a sold boat showing off on the water?

Nothing will sell faster than a single I/O MCOB with classic styling with a few modern touches and reliability.

 

[HALLETT BOY]

Graphics should be checkers and huge tribal flames in pastel colors !

 

[BUDMAN]

Graphics should be checkers and huge tribal flames in pastel colors !

Bite your tongue.

 

[Cole Trickle]

If you are building one for stock and trying to stay close to classic with modern touches I would do a 600 I/o Mcob. No built in coolers or countertops.

Don’t go crazy on the gel. Think old school new when putting this thing together. Squared off mostly white seats but I would try and modernize the interior just keep it different from Nordic. I’m a fan of gelled seat backs but I don’t love the Nordic style. Needs to be chunkier kind of like the newer eliminator stuff but not as slim.

Big swimstep

 

[Hammer]

Someone has already spent money on researching the color scheme . I’d stick with these colors, MCOB, single 565, tabs for water sports. Targeting a loyal Hallett customer with kids/grandkids. Something that gets up and down the lake decent, offers some shade and could do some water sports if needed.
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Are you talking about me?
Right up my alley. But I’d have to sell the 300.

 

[throttle]

You could run a nice I/O setup (600 or better) for the cost of twin ob's. I dunno how astatically appealing twins will be on that transom.

A couple other thoughts I have with the twin ob's is that access of the swim step to either sit, hang out or get in and out of water is blocked. As for the open bow, yes (everyone loves sitting in the front).

Another vote for the I/O setup from me.