I found this article on shaft alignment interesting - perhaps you will also.
http://marinesurvey.com/yacht/alignment.htm
rob
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- Mon Jul 22, 2013 12:02 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Shaft Coupling - Lateral Alignment
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3307
- Mon Jul 22, 2013 11:52 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Prop Shaft
- Replies: 18
- Views: 8018
Re: Prop Shaft
Sounds like you found your problem but I have also seen this occur when the motor mounts are shot - esp. on the problematic mounts that CC used with the Hercs. The thrust of the prop when in use will push the motor forward.
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- Sat Nov 03, 2012 12:56 am
- Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: 327Q Project
- Replies: 160
- Views: 98240
A friend of mine posted this video of a very original CC 283 - you guys might be interested in viewing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKNu8ugoGIY
rob
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKNu8ugoGIY
rob
- Mon Jul 02, 2012 8:03 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Choosing correct prop for 56 Runabout
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9659
Don, the wheel I am running is made by Cutter. I found it an ebay in unused condition for a 150 bucks - it was a no brainer deal to give it a shot and I have been really pleased with the results. If I were to choose from new wheel I would look real hard at a OJ Legend 4 blade in SS. I would suggest ...
- Mon Jul 02, 2012 3:30 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Choosing correct prop for 56 Runabout
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9659
Don, you might want to do some research on the SS props that are available. The main advantage is due to the inherent strength of the material they can design props with thinner blades, especially in the root area next to the hub. This results in being able to run more blade area (either diameter, p...
- Mon Jul 02, 2012 10:48 am
- Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
- Topic: Prop Bushing?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5487
- Mon Jul 02, 2012 10:34 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Choosing correct prop for 56 Runabout
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9659
- Sun Jul 01, 2012 11:11 pm
- Forum: Research Related
- Topic: Capri Research
- Replies: 23
- Views: 11833
- Fri Jun 29, 2012 12:02 pm
- Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
- Topic: 1949 CC 17' Deluxe Runabout pictures
- Replies: 15
- Views: 8875
- Fri Jun 29, 2012 11:07 am
- Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
- Topic: 1949 CC 17' Deluxe Runabout pictures
- Replies: 15
- Views: 8875
- Tue Feb 14, 2012 11:30 am
- Forum: Hull Construction
- Topic: Keel Replacement
- Replies: 98
- Views: 40784
- Tue Feb 14, 2012 11:03 am
- Forum: Hull Construction
- Topic: Keel Replacement
- Replies: 98
- Views: 40784
- Sat Feb 04, 2012 5:16 pm
- Forum: Hardware & Rigging
- Topic: New Member Help
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4190
- Thu Jan 26, 2012 11:14 am
- Forum: Research Related
- Topic: Capri Research
- Replies: 23
- Views: 11833
- Wed Nov 30, 2011 10:55 pm
- Forum: Chris-Craft Today
- Topic: Chris-Craft Seeks Your Vintage Photos for 2012 Brochure
- Replies: 10
- Views: 13707
- Thu Nov 17, 2011 11:56 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Hercules help needed to identify this motor
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10337
Question to the experts: It was my understanding that the tri carb Hercs (KBL) had a more aggressive cam (higher lift) than did the K or KL’s. Is that correct? I have never seen cam profile numbers for the CC line of Hercs. The reason I ask is long ago I was putting together a KL and naturally I was...
- Wed Oct 19, 2011 10:02 am
- Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
- Topic: Post war seat springs
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6771
Afraid I’m not going to be much help. The boats that I have worked on were gray boats that came to me less the interiors. The owners, in both cases worked with their chosen upholsters in completing the interiors and thus I was out of the loop. You need to talk to Brian or possibly Don. I will say it...
- Tue May 10, 2011 12:53 am
- Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
- Topic: 1948 CC Custom - Steering Wheel
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4760
- Thu Apr 14, 2011 10:55 am
- Forum: Odds & Ends
- Topic: Washington State ban on Copper Bottom paint?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2365
Yep, house bill SB 5436 passed with a large majority in the senate so it is off to the house for final approval. Because of the makeup of Washington State elected officials, the bill (in my opinion) will most likely go into effect thus making Washington State the first state in the nation to ban cop...
- Mon Mar 07, 2011 1:26 pm
- Forum: Electrical Systems
- Topic: Generator On Model W or WB
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3631
Jim, check out this video. Is this the same guy that you have discussed doing the conversions?
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/video/don ... r/1176717/
rob
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/video/don ... r/1176717/
rob
- Tue Jan 25, 2011 10:49 am
- Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
- Topic: 1928 2nd Cockpit Seat Back
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3509
Tom, for what it is worth, I believe the first picture you posted is the correct, that is, the way the boats left the factory. I have a couple other pictures that show the snaps and I will see if I can find them. Meanwhile, you should post some pictures of your amazing project. The crowd here would ...
- Mon Jan 24, 2011 12:54 am
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Twin 283s wanted for my 1960 36-foot CC Constellation
- Replies: 33
- Views: 14757
- Thu Oct 07, 2010 7:13 pm
- Forum: Odds & Ends
- Topic: New Owner/Member
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6730
The first boat I restored many many years ago, the first thing I did before I tore the boat all apart was to make a tape recording of the engine running and revving, I played that tape every now and then for a year whenever I needed motivation. We also found another use for the tape. Whenever I was ...
- Tue Oct 05, 2010 10:31 am
- Forum: Riva - General Discussion
- Topic: Riva Ariston Restoration, a journal
- Replies: 53
- Views: 71443
Wow, I don’t think I have ever seen a wooden runabout with the inside of the bilge fiberglassed. What a pain it must have been to glass the inside of the bilge – tucking in the matt against those frames and all. Wonder what they were thinking. I assume that the bottom (outside) was glassed also? Fro...
- Wed Sep 22, 2010 3:51 pm
- Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
- Topic: Mahogany & Merlot
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4799
The hydros will be running on Saturday only. I imagine the runabouts will be loading up to go home early afternoon on Sunday. Your call, but it sounds like if you will not be able to attend Saturday it might not be worth the drive. If you are bringing a boat you will need to register. I managed to c...
- Sat Sep 18, 2010 10:54 am
- Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
- Topic: 35th Annual ACBS Meeting & Boat Show - Bay Harbor, MI
- Replies: 37
- Views: 20123
- Wed Sep 15, 2010 10:52 am
- Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
- Topic: Mahogany & Merlot
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4799
Let me see if I can fill in some details for I have attended this event for the past 3 years. In the years past this gathering has been for the the Raceboat Museum in Seattle to have a chance to run their vintage unlimited hydroplanes. The Museum relies on volunteers throughout the year to work on v...
- Fri Sep 10, 2010 10:55 am
- Forum: Research Related
- Topic: Rare CC Cobra....
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7127
- Wed Sep 01, 2010 9:16 pm
- Forum: Engines & Powertrain
- Topic: Need a lesson in Hydrodynamics
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2917
- Wed Jul 28, 2010 12:21 am
- Forum: Odds & Ends
- Topic: Finally
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5373