Considering 2011 R20 - Input please

[allidoisdrive]

I think we've narrowed our search to one of several R20's available. Here are questions we still have:

Will there be an appreciable difference between the 303 or 343 motors for general/all purpose use?
(especially power out of the hole with a 220 lb. slalom skier)

Is the 900 lb. ballast system enough to wake surf with the 303? 343?

What is your personal experience with this boat for slalom, board and surf?

Our closest dealer is 2 hours away - would you have concerns with warranty issues if your dealer was that far?

Thanks so much for your help!

[Allan Kendall]

I just picked up my 2012 R20 and I love it.
I live in the Denver area so the 343 was picked.
More then enough power with the 1600 lbs
surf system and 4 peeps to pull a skier. The wake is crazy.
One hint, I would "sea deck" the back and
Transom walk through. Nick at WWS in Denver just ordered mine.
If you have any other questions your in the right place. Good luck and
Enjoy.

PS, look up "I just pulled it home"
And I wouldn't think twice about a 2 hr drive....

[Wakeman22]

Your answered were given above. My opinion is hose the one you like the most , buy it and enjoy.