Not yet my friend. I'm pulling the boat tomorrow morning and hauling it from NY to PA. 328 miles. I'll know in a month. I'm also waiting to hear from my insurance guy on my claim. Keep in touch.
Thanks.
Jack
I put 27 hours on it since May 8. Ran great. I think something blocked the water inlets on the outdrive and all the other bad shit followed once it heated up. I don't think the temp reached, 220°, maybe 218°max
Yes, that is what happened. Could the lake water rushing in to an engine that is running around 218° bust the block? What is an example of a test to determine if the block is busted? You're right, this is huge money.
So I'm on plane, glance at temp gauge rising, back off, settle into water, i shut the engine off (454 big block) and wait about half hour for temp gauge to get normal. Turn the key, snap the Bendix off. Call towboat. ($340) to pull me 1000 feet. Next day mechanic tells me it's hydrolocked. He...
The mechanic is a good guy. I trust him. I'm wondering if the engine needs replaced? I think the water rushed in like you said. I'm just looking for general info
I was out on Monday in my 88268 and we heated up to 215. I immediately slowed down, then shut it down. Mechanic replaced the starter, motor turns over but won't start. He says the motor is full of water... Any thoughts?
I was out on Monday in my 88 268 and we heated up to 215. I immediately slowed down, then shut it down. Mechanic replaced the starter, motor turns over but won't start. He says the motor is full of water... Any thoughts?
Has anyone ever used A-100 acrylic paint trip put a new finish on the canvas? I read somewhere on here that this was suggested and that it can actually work.
Thanks.
Jack
There is a pump under the floor near the rear of the boat, most likely under aft cabin, that pumps water out that can't find it's way to any other pump, example, say you spilled a gallon of water directly onto the floor. That water would find it's way to the step down pump. Mine is working...
Does anyone know how to correctly confirm the bunks on their trailer? I have a great heavy duty trailer that is not correct for this boat but works ok to store body and move in and out as needed. But I want to haul my boat 1000 miles and I want it to be correct on the trailer. Diagrams...
Does anyone know of a guide or resource to locate a Marina that allows liveaboard situations for this winter?????
I want to haul my Searay down and try it!
Any help appreciated!!!
PS... Anywhere warm preferably South Carolina
Jack