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- Mon Aug 13, 2018 8:17 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Engine bogs down past 2,100 RPMS
- Replies: 23
- Views: 10999
Re: Engine bogs down past 2,100 RPMS
sounds like either fuel delivery issue or lack of spark at higher load&speed.
- Thu Jun 21, 2018 5:47 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Mercruiser 5.7L Competition Ski Powertrain
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2510
Re: Mercruiser 5.7L Competition Ski Powertrain
you will also need a left hand prop.
- Fri Jun 08, 2018 5:46 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: 1959 CC Ski 18'
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10742
Re: 1959 CC Ski 18'
the ski boat I had had one temp gauge and a red idiot light. gauge monitored eng temp on one head and the red light would light if the other half of the engine overheated.
- Wed Mar 14, 2018 6:03 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: MCL Flywheel Timing Mark
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3322
Re: MCL Flywheel Timing Mark
the timing mark on the MCL is a small dimple that looks like it was done with a drill bit.
are you sure you have the correct flywheel? the MCL wheel is flat with no step in it like the other M series engines.
are you sure you have the correct flywheel? the MCL wheel is flat with no step in it like the other M series engines.
- Thu May 25, 2017 5:46 am
- Forum: Electrical Systems
- Topic: Balast Resistors in 1931 Model 199
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4471
Re: Balast Resistors in 1931 Model 199
I wonder if the resistor mounted under the dash is to drop the voltage to the instruments?
the original gauges would be 6 volt.
the original gauges would be 6 volt.
- Tue May 23, 2017 9:16 pm
- Forum: Electrical Systems
- Topic: Removing starter
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3929
Re: Removing starter
remove the oil line, then use a 6 point box wrench on the fitting.
It should come right out.
I use liquid teflon sealer on the pipe threads when re installing.
don't over tighten the fitting,they are hard to find.
It should come right out.
I use liquid teflon sealer on the pipe threads when re installing.
don't over tighten the fitting,they are hard to find.
- Sun May 21, 2017 7:43 am
- Forum: Hardware & Rigging
- Topic: Prop shaft coupler removal
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4760
Re: Prop shaft coupler removal
I have used the slide hammer method numerous times over the years.
it works great! only caution is to stop as soon as the shaft clears the coupling so you dont jam the shaft key into the packing nut.
best to have a helper watching the coupling while you run the slide hammer.
takes about 10 min.
it works great! only caution is to stop as soon as the shaft clears the coupling so you dont jam the shaft key into the packing nut.
best to have a helper watching the coupling while you run the slide hammer.
takes about 10 min.
- Wed May 17, 2017 6:19 am
- Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
- Topic: copper exhaust pipe
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4248
Re: copper exhaust pipe
I would use silver solder on the exhaust pipe.
it is much stronger and should hold up to the heat and vibration much better than conventional solder.
it is much stronger and should hold up to the heat and vibration much better than conventional solder.
- Thu May 04, 2017 4:54 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: 327 flagship bell adaptor housing
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3695
Re: 327 flagship bell adaptor housing
I have the bell housing you need.
Will send it for the cost of shipping.
Will send it for the cost of shipping.
- Sun Apr 16, 2017 5:43 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: water leak Model K
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2909
Re: water leak Model K
I had to drill and tap the drain hole to 1/4" pipe thread.
the original hole was 1/8" pipe. it has rusted to the point where the valve wouldn't stay in.
the 1/4" valve works great.
be careful when drilling ,the cylinder wall is very close behind the drain hole.
the original hole was 1/8" pipe. it has rusted to the point where the valve wouldn't stay in.
the 1/4" valve works great.
be careful when drilling ,the cylinder wall is very close behind the drain hole.
- Thu Apr 13, 2017 5:00 pm
- Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
- Topic: Sportsman windshield
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4739
Re: Sportsman windshield
Gunner,
I have a plywood pattern for a 54 17, sportsman windshield.
I can ship it to you.
It was taken off the glass of a 1 owner 54 sportsman.
Blaine
I have a plywood pattern for a 54 17, sportsman windshield.
I can ship it to you.
It was taken off the glass of a 1 owner 54 sportsman.
Blaine
- Mon Jan 02, 2017 7:05 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Gas tank restorayion
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6420
Re: Gas tank restorayion
There are several company's that sell fuel tank sealers.
I have used POR-15 sealer kits several times with excellent results.
kits cost about $100.00. kit includes chemicals to clean and etch the tank.
have one boat that I sealed about 15 years ago and it still is working fine.
I have used POR-15 sealer kits several times with excellent results.
kits cost about $100.00. kit includes chemicals to clean and etch the tank.
have one boat that I sealed about 15 years ago and it still is working fine.
- Fri Nov 25, 2016 10:08 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: 59 chris craft ski boat repower
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4265
Re: 59 chris craft ski boat repower
if you do the 350 conversion I would add an engine oil cooler. the 350 generates a lot more heat than the 283 and the oil gets very hot. I have run this conversion in a ski boat and after 6 to8 miles of running the oil pressure would drop to 10 psi. would stop and let the engine idle for 10 min and ...
- Tue Oct 11, 2016 6:35 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Distributor/Water Pump Drive Shaft Adjustment
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3702
Re: Distributor/Water Pump Drive Shaft Adjustment
According to the Hercules maintenance manual, tighten the thrust screw in till it contacts gear. back screw off 1/8 turn and tighten the lock nut. I would tighten screw enough to be sure the gear is against the rear thrust washer then back the screw out 1/8 turn. you dont need a lot of force to do t...
- Sat Oct 01, 2016 9:51 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Zebra Mussels
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6155
Re: Zebra Mussels
the problem with zebra mussels starts when the boat sits in the water unused for extended periods of time. then the larva will enter the cooling system and grow into an adult. then the cooling intake and engine passages are full of shells. starting and running the engine will kill them but the shell...
- Fri Sep 02, 2016 6:25 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Adding oil filter to a K
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5679
Re: Adding oil filter to a K
Steve,
Most of the remoter filters I have used use a ford/chrysler filter number.
Summit Racing has the filter housings and 1/2 oil line you will need.
NAPA should have all the fittings to hook it up.They can probably get the filter housing and hose also.
Most of the remoter filters I have used use a ford/chrysler filter number.
Summit Racing has the filter housings and 1/2 oil line you will need.
NAPA should have all the fittings to hook it up.They can probably get the filter housing and hose also.
- Wed Aug 31, 2016 5:58 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Adding oil filter to a K
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5679
Re: Adding oil filter to a K
I would pull the access cover on the oil pan,after draining the oil and see if there is a buildup of sludge and gunk in the oil pan. if it looks clean then add the filter and the Brad Penn oil. the filter should pick up any dirt that gets flushed out by the detergent oil. might want to change oil an...
- Tue Aug 02, 2016 5:31 am
- Forum: Electrical Systems
- Topic: boat will start- won't stay running
- Replies: 11
- Views: 7654
Re: boat will start- won't stay running
I would disconnect the batt wire at the coil and install a jumper wire from the coil directly to the battery. start the engine.
if the engine continues to run check the wiring and ign switch for a bad connection or broken wire.
if the engine continues to run check the wiring and ign switch for a bad connection or broken wire.
- Wed Jul 13, 2016 4:27 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: fuel pump check valve
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2411
Re: fuel pump check valve
sound like you have stick or leaking check valves in the pump.
were the valves replaced when you rebuilt the pump?
at an idle you should see very little fuel movement in the sediment bowl as the engine is not using much fuel.
were the valves replaced when you rebuilt the pump?
at an idle you should see very little fuel movement in the sediment bowl as the engine is not using much fuel.
- Sat Jun 25, 2016 6:19 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: K Engine Serial # 69077
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3576
Re: K Engine Serial # 69077
Looks like your missing the starter solenoid and copper buss bar that connects the solenoid to the starter terminal. solenoid mounts to the starter with the 2 screws on the starter. I would be surprised if the fuel pump still works,the diaphragm has probably turned to stone after all these years. be...
- Wed Jun 01, 2016 4:16 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: KBL Choke Cable Bracket
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3803
Re: KBL Choke Cable Bracket
This is the bracket and cable set up on several kbl's I have worked on
I have a spare bracket if you need it.
- Sun May 08, 2016 8:18 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: kbl stumble on acceleration
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1929
kbl stumble on acceleration
having an issue with hesitation going from idle to acceleration. carbs have been rebuilt and engine is fresh.
after you get past the stumble it runs great. any ideas what to look for.
thanks
after you get past the stumble it runs great. any ideas what to look for.
thanks
- Sat Apr 23, 2016 9:25 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: oil pressure
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4687
Re: oil pressure
When I add an oil filter to a K engine I connect the IN line to the filter from the fitting behind the starter,then OUT to the oil cooler. you have to be sure the lines to the filter are connected correctly. the filter will only flow in one direction. fill the oil filter and lines with oil,the K oil...
- Sun Apr 17, 2016 6:27 pm
- Forum: Fiberglass - Odds & Ends
- Topic: Best Place for Online Marine Parts
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8771
Re: Best Place for Online Marine Parts
I would take it to an automotive starter generator repair shop and have it rebuilt.
- Wed Apr 13, 2016 4:12 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Where to buy a 1962 Paragon manual transmision O-ring seal
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3625
Re: Where to buy a 1962 Paragon manual transmision O-ring se
you might try Great Lakes Power Products.
they own the Paragon brand
Service 800-325-6880
they own the Paragon brand
Service 800-325-6880
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 2:43 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Automotive Crossover for 'K' Engine Fuel Pump/Repair Kit
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1635
Re: Automotive Crossover for 'K' Engine Fuel Pump/Repair Kit
NAPA has a listing in their marine catalog.
last I checked they listed for $368.00
there are a number of sources for pumps and kits in the antique boating community.
last I checked they listed for $368.00
there are a number of sources for pumps and kits in the antique boating community.
- Mon Feb 08, 2016 4:26 pm
- Forum: Electrical Systems
- Topic: '52 Riviera Bow Light Bulb / Fixture
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4785
Re: '52 Riviera Bow Light Bulb / Fixture
you need to use a marine grade socket with the proper bulb. A #88 or a#210 bulb for 6 volts. the socket that Jim posted the picture of has 2 contacts,one is power and the other is ground. the housing does not need to be grounded. automotive sockets need to ground the housing and the base of the bulb...
- Tue Jan 19, 2016 11:27 pm
- Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: 8 cyl - 53 GM DDA diesel engines
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5596
Re: 8 cyl - 53 GM DDA diesel engines
found these specs on boatdiesel.com.
8v53na 228HP @ 2800 rpm
8v53na 228HP @ 2800 rpm
- Tue Jan 12, 2016 8:09 pm
- Forum: Cavalier Division Enthusiast Group
- Topic: newbie
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18683
Re: newbie
when you get back to the boat,without starting the engine see if you can turn the prop shaft by hand or with a pipe wrench. it should turn fairly easily.if not I suspect you may have a burned forward clutch. when they burn up the plates will warp and lock up the output shaft so its always in forward...
- Fri Jan 08, 2016 5:15 am
- Forum: Riva - General Discussion
- Topic: ISO Lamborghini engine
- Replies: 5
- Views: 20315
Re: ISO Lamborghini engine
Wellcraft built some Scarabs with lamborghini engines in the 80s
from what I read MerCruiser imported 300 engines for use in offshore racing.
you would think there still has to be some of these engines around.
check out lambocars.com
from what I read MerCruiser imported 300 engines for use in offshore racing.
you would think there still has to be some of these engines around.
check out lambocars.com