Good to hear from you Bart! I been busy and haven't kept up with all the great research you and others have done on going EFI on the 084. I'll sit down and review your thread to get up to speed...
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Good to hear from you Bart! I been busy and haven't kept up with all the great research you and others have done on going EFI on the 084. I'll sit down and review your thread to get up to speed...
Hi Bart,
I'm planning to use a century drive 2:1 at this point but still researching. I was following the threads on upgrading the 084 to EFI but my fear was the ever-present limiting factor of...
Thanks bgmcl60,
My boat has been a real hoot to run and we've had a lot of fun with it but just need a bit more push as we normally run in deep water up here. Dak10's boat is a real screamer and...
Hi Corky,
It's been a while since I've posted on this site. I am still running my mini quite frequently in the summer months. I have over 500 hours on it now and have had no issues with the engine...
Let the air boating season begin in the north! Some water,some ice
Unfortunately, I think not since that engine can’t develop full horsepower at the lower rpms that propellers are most efficient. You may find a used reducer to fit that engine since there should...
3Cells,
I just noticed your post and picture of your Rockwell powered boat. It looks to me like you have a Banks-Maxwell 42" prop. I had the same setup mounted on my jon boat for many years. ...
I'm certainly in agreement with you on the desire (but not necessarily the need) for a tig machine. I could have used one when I welded up the stainless superstructure and cage on my boat. I did it...
Hello n.dallin and welcome to the site!
That is one smokin boat but I had to shudder watching your vid and thinking what could happen to you if that prop let loose without a cage around it😳. Please...
Right back to ya Corky...Happy New Year everyone...looking forward to Spring!
Hi Corky...good to hear from you! Sorry but the last thing I want to do in minus 15 degree weather is to sit in front of a large fan:&&:. I did take the boat out to do some duck hunting in October...
You can't go wrong with more horsepower...well, that is if your rig will support it:-D
Hello Pete and welcome to the site! Building an airboat can be very rewarding, both in the build and especially when you're sliding through the cattails on something you just created. It's also...
And pardon me if I'm wrong, but didn't you start off to build an airboat with the intention of running it? LOL:&&:
Drive unit Sold
Hi LowePro and welcome!
I started out many years ago with a 14' jon and a 440 Rockwell (now Cuyuna) direct drive unit. It ran well with one person and planed OK. I agree with Corky, you won't be...
Don't forget to video the event!
Hi Aeron,
Sorry I haven't chimed in but I've been at the EAA Oshkosh Airshow. Looking at your videos I would say that you are definitely running stern low and if your engine is already tilted front...
Wishing all the best for you Papee. Hopefully you will find a way to manage your pain without the pills. You've certainly helped a score of people with your knowledge and I'm sure you'll help a...
Here's something else to consider .... if you plan to run an intercom system like I have you're better off to stick with the shielded aircraft wires that came on the engine since they will not...
Looks good...are those special mufflers or are you planning on running straight pipes? If so, you'll probably need to add a restriction to introduce some back pressure
Here's what I used for the longerons which run on top of the stringers (36" C to C). I used 1" square tube and fastened it to the stringers by welding 1" wide steel straps on each side with a bolt...
I like it!!!!
Corky,
In my opinion less is more on your trailer. Loose the brakes, you won't need them. I used 2"x6" carpeted rails and the boat cradles nicely and slides easily with the slick bottom. As far...
You might want to keep your eye out for a double trailer for personal watercraft. I found one really cheap and it's very easy to modify for a Marty Bray hull and fits perfectly.