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by rjtipple
Wed Aug 04, 2021 3:13 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

Thanks for the insight. I have a lot to learn about electrical systems. Fortunately I have a heated garage where the boat spends the winters.
by rjtipple
Wed Aug 04, 2021 7:15 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

Interstate couldn't get the battery to hold a charge and provided a new replacement. I will install a marine cutoff switch to help preserve the battery and boat. I still don't understand how a battery can run down with nothing on this boat drawing power. It's got lights, horn, bilge pump and bilge b...
by rjtipple
Mon Aug 02, 2021 4:31 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

Took the new battery back to Interstate this afternoon. They tested it and found it was dead in all cells. They're going to charge it overnight to see if it will hold a charge. Is it possible that it could have discharged in a boat parked on a trailer with nothing turned on and rubber tires between ...
by rjtipple
Fri Jul 30, 2021 7:58 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

When I first tried to start the engine this spring, it wouldn't turn over so I figured that the battery was dead. The engine is a rebuilt 283 with less than an hour's run time on it. I had already replaced the ignition switch since the original was in pieces. The replacement battery is from Intersta...
by rjtipple
Wed Jul 28, 2021 8:30 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

BilgeRat,
Finally got back in the boat and took a reading as you described. It read 0.6 mili ohms both ways, but I'm not sure if that's good or bad. It's only the second time I've used a multimeter so I'm learning as I go.
by rjtipple
Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:00 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

Re: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

Thanks. I'll check it out tomorrow.
by rjtipple
Thu Jul 22, 2021 10:23 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system
Replies: 12
Views: 6041

63 Sea Skiff Sportsman dead electrical system

IMG_0375.JPG I replaced the battery in my restored 63 Sea Skiff this spring since it wouldn't start. The new marine battery tests at 14~15 volts across the terminals. I checked all of the wire connections and made sure that the battery was re-connected correctly. The wiring is original to the boat ...
by rjtipple
Mon Sep 09, 2019 7:24 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 carb settings
Replies: 1
Views: 1610

283 carb settings

I have a '63 Sea Skiff with a completely rebuilt 283. I need to find out the initial settings for the carb. It idles at about 500 rpm when cold, but doesn't make much power as the rpm's rise. I haven't been able to get the boat to get up on a plane. It seems to bog down as I try to accelerate. Any a...
by rjtipple
Sun Sep 16, 2018 7:29 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff tachometer cable
Replies: 2
Views: 2099

Re: 63 Sea Skiff tachometer cable

Thanks Captain Nemo
by rjtipple
Sun Sep 16, 2018 3:56 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 63 Sea Skiff tachometer cable
Replies: 2
Views: 2099

63 Sea Skiff tachometer cable

I need to find a replacement cable for my '63 Sea Skiff Sportsman. The length of the internal cable that broke is 12'-1-1/2". Any ideas on where to find one will be appreciated.
by rjtipple
Thu Jul 21, 2016 2:13 pm
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: Sea Skiff interior panelling
Replies: 2
Views: 3096

Re: Sea Skiff interior panelling

Thanks Jim,
I thought about fiber hardboard but was concerned about moisture damaging them over time. I am making patterns for the pieces with builders paper which is pretty handy.
Bob
by rjtipple
Thu Jul 21, 2016 7:21 am
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: Sea Skiff interior panelling
Replies: 2
Views: 3096

Sea Skiff interior panelling

I'm renovating my 1963 CC Sea Skiff Sportsman. I understand that originally the inside of the hull was covered by something called white wickerboard. I haven't been able to locate such a product and would like some suggestions for an alternative. Mahogany is out of the question because of cost. Has ...