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by trebot
Wed Mar 09, 2022 8:04 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Caulking bottom seams.
Replies: 2
Views: 3000

Caulking bottom seams.

Have '56 Continental with original bottom in good shape. 'I've previously caulked bottom seams with 3m 4200. It worked fine and there was no soak needed with minimal water intrusion. Looking for something maybe a little more flexible than the 4200. Wondering what caulk others use and their experience
by trebot
Mon Feb 21, 2022 9:40 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Zenith carb question
Replies: 0
Views: 3722

Zenith carb question

Does any one know the CFM of a Zenith 263 carb? Thinking of going to a down-draft carb, and want to match carb CFM to Zenith CFM
by trebot
Sat Sep 18, 2021 9:01 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: KL Alternator conversion
Replies: 1
Views: 3362

KL Alternator conversion

Looking to convert my KL generator/regulator to an alternator. Any suggestions?
by trebot
Sat Sep 04, 2021 7:57 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 12volt generator voltage regulator
Replies: 3
Views: 3708

Re: 12volt generator voltage regulator

Voltage regulator. It's not a "3 brush" generator
by trebot
Sat Sep 04, 2021 7:49 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 12volt generator voltage regulator
Replies: 3
Views: 3708

12volt generator voltage regulator

Any ideas where I can get a new regulator? Live in E Michigan.
by trebot
Fri Aug 27, 2021 8:23 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Loud valves, adjustment needed?
Replies: 6
Views: 3506

Re: Loud valves, adjustment needed?

I found on my KL that the best timing adjustment is made while running the boat on the lake . Run up to cruising RPM ; I like 2500 RPM; and move distributor till get Max RPM. Runs great and get 3 gal/hour fuel economy.
by trebot
Tue May 11, 2021 9:52 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL thermostat
Replies: 1
Views: 2088

KL thermostat

My KL runs cold. Have digital temp guage and normal running, never gets over 105 degrees. Are there any thermostat set-up available?
by trebot
Wed Mar 31, 2021 2:28 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Prop shaft packing
Replies: 3
Views: 3669

Prop shaft packing

Instaled new s/s prop shaft and strut bearing. How do I determine the proper tightening of the packing jam nut? It's on a '56 Continental.
by trebot
Sun Feb 28, 2021 7:54 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL convert to downdraft carb
Replies: 5
Views: 3571

Re: KL convert to downdraft carb

First off, thanks for your responses. New things to try and check out. I had electronic ignition when motor first started acting up. I changed over to points and new coil. Acted up exactly the same way. I'm gonna try the fuel tank elimination and a new ignition switch. The sequence is this: Warm up ...
by trebot
Sat Feb 27, 2021 5:42 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL convert to downdraft carb
Replies: 5
Views: 3571

Re: KL convert to downdraft carb

Had carb rebuilt by Mark Edmundson here in Michigan. Ran great for 5 miles, then started acting up as before. Ever since, its been 1/4 mile, stall, starts right back up, 1/4 mile, stall.
by trebot
Thu Feb 25, 2021 11:37 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL convert to downdraft carb
Replies: 5
Views: 3571

KL convert to downdraft carb

Have a '56 KL with the stock updraft carb (263M). Rebuilt numerous times and still have stalling issue after about 1/4 mile at anything above 2000 rpm. Rebuilt fuel pump, ignition system with no change. I think maybe the carb is just wore out. I've been researching downdraft carbs. I can flip intake...
by trebot
Fri Jan 08, 2021 5:12 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Odds & Ends
Topic: Chris Craft Corsair
Replies: 0
Views: 4389

Chris Craft Corsair

Looking for any info on 18' inboard Corsair. I think Thompson had a hand in building them. Any info would be appreciated: good or bad.
by trebot
Sat Nov 14, 2020 7:54 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL exteriot coolant line
Replies: 1
Views: 2168

KL exteriot coolant line

Have a '56 KL. It has a coolant line that runs fron the front of cylinder head to carb mount on intake manifold and out the back to the exhaust elbow. Was told it is to warm the fuel.
I thought cold fuel was better combustion.
by trebot
Fri Oct 23, 2020 9:58 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Generator charging 15 volts
Replies: 4
Views: 5578

Re: Generator charging 15 volts

My Gen has a separate voltage regulator. Did some research and tried to adjust the regulator. Actually, it was quite simple with a mechanical regulator. Got the voltage steady at 14 volts.
by trebot
Tue Oct 20, 2020 5:45 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Swap KL Carb to downdraft carb
Replies: 3
Views: 3367

Swap KL Carb to downdraft carb

Has anyone converted a KL motor from single updraft Zenith to a single downdraft carb? Thinking could use stock Hercules intake, just flip it over and make adapter to stand carb up straight. Having carb issues and this conversion idea keeps me thinking.
by trebot
Wed Oct 07, 2020 8:26 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Generator charging 15 volts
Replies: 4
Views: 5578

Re: Generator charging 15 volts

My engine is a KL
by trebot
Mon Oct 05, 2020 8:54 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Generator charging 15 volts
Replies: 4
Views: 5578

Generator charging 15 volts

Have 12 volt system. New solid state regulator and point/condenser ignition. Charges around 15 volts on regular basis. Should I be worried?
by trebot
Sun Sep 20, 2020 3:58 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL stalling issue
Replies: 5
Views: 3438

Re: KL stalling issue

The only thing common between Pertronic and points is the cap and rotor. The actions of the motor were the same.
Next time out, I'm changing out the distributor cap if it acts up again. I'm also gonna see if the carb bowl has fuel. We'll see what happens.
by trebot
Sun Sep 20, 2020 7:39 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL stalling issue
Replies: 5
Views: 3438

KL stalling issue

Have a KL (1956) which is giving me fits. It runs fine out on the lake at all speeds for a few minutes, then stalls. It will start right back up, run fine for a few minutes, then stall again. I had the Pertonic ignition (Ignitor and Flamethrower coil). Thought that might be the problem, so I changed...
by trebot
Mon Aug 31, 2020 11:17 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL Vacuum Guage
Replies: 2
Views: 1621

KL Vacuum Guage

Is there an existing hook-up point for a vacuum guage on a KL motor? I really don't want to drill hole in intake manifold or carb. Thanks
by trebot
Sun Aug 16, 2020 12:20 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Ignition problem
Replies: 0
Views: 4928

Ignition problem

I posted under "Engines & Powertrain" an idle problem I had which was solved by replacing wiring. Go there for full story.
by trebot
Sun Aug 16, 2020 12:16 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Ignition problem
Replies: 2
Views: 1707

Ignition problem

Had an ongoing problem with very rough idle after a couple hours running. Changed over to Pertonix ignition, Flamethrower coil and Accell plug wires. Still had problem, but not as bad. Called tech service at Petronix and they suggested disconect + wire from coil and run new jumper wire to coil direc...
by trebot
Wed Aug 05, 2020 10:54 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL idle
Replies: 1
Views: 1768

KL idle

I posted my question by mistake to "Fiberglass Engines". Take a look and see if you can help.
by trebot
Wed Aug 05, 2020 10:47 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL idle
Replies: 2
Views: 4863

KL idle

Have KL with 60 hours on rebuild. Have Ignitor Electronic Ignition, Flamethrower coil and Accell ignition wires. Motor runs great at all speeds. Engine temp 115 to 120 on digital guage. Problem is after about 2 hours of cruising, the idle is very rough and won' t run under 1000 rpm no load. Carb has...
by trebot
Thu Jul 23, 2020 12:04 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL oil quantity
Replies: 6
Views: 3283

Re: KL oil quantity

Dipstick measurement would be helpful. Supposedly, Chris went to a "shallow" oil pan in 1956. I'm trying to find depth dimension on both pans to determine what I have. Mine is about 8 1/4" (exterior rail to bottom of pan. Not having any sucess.
by trebot
Wed Jul 22, 2020 11:04 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL oil quantity
Replies: 6
Views: 3283

KL oil quantity

Have a '56 Continental with a KL motor. Specs say 6 to 10 quarts oil. Dipstick shows full, but when I drain oil (including transmission) I only get about 5 quarts. I'm thinking the dipstick isn't accurate. I don't want to run motor low on oil, but also don't want to hurt the motor by overfilling. Wh...
by trebot
Tue Jun 16, 2020 7:29 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL oil pressure
Replies: 1
Views: 1160

KL oil pressure

50 hours on rebuild. Digital oil pressure runs in high 20's (26 to 29). I read the factory spec is 20 to 35. Using PENN GRADE 30 wt. Think I should go to 40 wt? Any experience comments appreciated.
by trebot
Tue Jun 16, 2020 7:21 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Cold running KL
Replies: 3
Views: 1797

Re: Cold running KL

Measuring using digital. Using same cyl head source as stock mechanical guage. Stock sending unit broke, so went digital.
by trebot
Sun Jun 14, 2020 9:19 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Looking for Help Identifying Distributor Cap & Rotor
Replies: 5
Views: 5773

Re: Looking for Help Identifying Distributor Cap & Rotor

Had same problem getting cap & rotor for my KL. Got parts from Classic Boat Connection at classicboatconnection.com. 507-344-8024. I saw a listing for your motor.
by trebot
Sun Jun 14, 2020 5:39 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Cold running KL
Replies: 3
Views: 1797

Cold running KL

Have a KL motor in 18' Continental. It runs cold: never gets over 105 degrees. I have digital temp guage which I've checked and its accurate. Motor runs fine (50 hours on total rebuild), but think it should run warmer. Thought about putting restriction in water outlet on cylinder head, but thought I...