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Discussion => Boat Showcase => Topic started by: JordanDangerfield on July 06, 2015, 10:33:56 PM

Title: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 06, 2015, 10:33:56 PM
Well, I sold the Bubbledeck over the weekend and picked up this family hotrod today. It's a 1985 Advantage 20' with a 454 and Berk JG. I'll post better pics tomorrow.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: lifted250 on July 06, 2015, 10:43:22 PM
Nice float


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Mrblueeyesnick on July 06, 2015, 10:49:23 PM
Looking good bud, congrats on the new float


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Squirrel Master on July 07, 2015, 12:25:36 AM
Very sexy color scheme 👏🏻


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: jimpen on July 07, 2015, 06:10:43 AM
Nice ride Jordon


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 76 Bonneville on July 07, 2015, 07:07:38 AM
Nice Advantage/Rogers.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Flusher on July 07, 2015, 07:08:21 AM
Looking forward to your next thread
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 07, 2015, 09:35:57 AM

Nice Advantage/Rogers.

The Rogers hull is what sold me on the boat. This is the first Advantage version of the Bonneville Classic that I've seen. I'm excited to see what the boat can do. It has a not-so-stock 454 and all the goodies on the pump.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: steves86ta on July 07, 2015, 10:23:07 AM
nice!!! I love the way my rogers rides
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 07, 2015, 12:05:17 PM
Maybe some of you guys can give me insight into the motor. A compression test prior to purchase yielded an even 180psi in all cylinders.  The prior owners kept great records of any work done to the boat which included receipts and flow sheets from the engine builder.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: jim brock on July 07, 2015, 12:10:38 PM
Nice find. I like it. !!!!!
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: BoatsNhoes on July 07, 2015, 12:24:21 PM
Very nice buddy !!! You scored can't wait to see it in person 👍😎


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 07, 2015, 03:02:32 PM
Here's a few day time pics.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: cjlabato on July 07, 2015, 08:34:21 PM
Bad ass !


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: MorePower on July 07, 2015, 08:49:40 PM
Dude!!!!! This thing is the Bees Knees!!!!!!
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: crewchief22 on July 07, 2015, 09:37:20 PM
I'm thinking this will be the last one for a while.  Nice score.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 76 Bonneville on July 07, 2015, 10:17:25 PM
Harry used that mold until 88 or 89. Then Roger pulled it back.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: TrollerDave on July 07, 2015, 10:24:26 PM
Harry used that mold until 88 or 89. Then Roger pulled it back.

Is this the same bottom as the 19' Bonneville TR? I thought I read that on the forums somewhere.

Clean looking boat Jordan!  :thumb up: I love gray gel on a boat.

Congrats.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 76 Bonneville on July 07, 2015, 10:58:50 PM
Similar with the drop chines, but the strakes are much larger.
Roger told me "the 20 has a faster bottom than the 19"
But it's also carrying more weight.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 5150whiteboy on July 08, 2015, 06:38:09 AM
Sick float for sure!!! Congrats, now get that thing on the river
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: riverjunkie44 on July 08, 2015, 06:58:02 AM
Sweet boat man! Like it congrats
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: UltraRed on July 08, 2015, 04:09:13 PM
Been awhile since ive been on the forums. Nice to see its still running strong.
Great looking boat. Hey if your intrested I live in Menifee and powdercoat out of my garage. Maybe we can find the matching color and redo the nozzle. Either way i like the boat man.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 08, 2015, 09:12:39 PM

Been awhile since ive been on the forums. Nice to see its still running strong.
Great looking boat. Hey if your intrested I live in Menifee and powdercoat out of my garage. Maybe we can find the matching color and redo the nozzle. Either way i like the boat man.

PM me with some details and prices.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 09, 2015, 02:24:44 PM
Berkeley recommends 90wt gear oil to lube the bowl, but for some reason mine has a zerk and is full of grease. Why would someone run grease instead of gear oil? I assume it's fine since the boat has been setup this way for ten years.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: steves86ta on July 09, 2015, 07:32:06 PM
I've read about that. Some say it's fine some say not. I would just leave it imo
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Squirrel Master on July 09, 2015, 08:02:16 PM
Jordan I've had a boat with both and both were fine you're good


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 09, 2015, 09:32:55 PM
Good enough for me! Thanks guys.  Wish me luck on the shake down run tomorrow. The boat should be good, but you never know since it's my first time on the water with it.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: SoCalPSD on July 09, 2015, 09:39:04 PM
Dont forget the drain plug....
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 11, 2015, 02:05:09 PM
Dewey and his son joined me for the maiden voyage on Elsinore yesterday. The boat ran well and we didn't have any issues until the starter took a shit when we were leaving the cove to head back to the launch ramp. The ride plate also needs to be adjusted. It's angled down causing a severe porpoise if the diverter is angled too far up. Overall, I'm stoked on the new rig! Here are a few pics from the day.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: steves86ta on July 12, 2015, 03:09:02 PM
Do you have sea tow? Or how much did they nail you for the tow?
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 12, 2015, 03:47:26 PM
It's a free service provided by volunteers that live on the lake.


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: steves86ta on July 12, 2015, 03:47:58 PM
Oh that's cool I never knew that
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: pipes on July 12, 2015, 04:33:56 PM
Nice boat! I have one similar. 88 advantage  20.5 classic. Different hull. 100 percent stock and original  454 indmar with dominator  12 js ride plate , shoe, and diverter. Behttp://st she'll do is 60 mph gps
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Tomale 1 on July 12, 2015, 07:26:17 PM
Nice boat! I have one similar. 88 advantage  20.5 classic. Different hull. 100 percent stock and original  454 indmar with dominator  12 js ride plate , shoe, and diverter. Behttp://st she'll do is 60 mph gps

I have almost identical to yours pipes. Mines a 90 with American Turbine
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 76 Bonneville on July 12, 2015, 07:53:03 PM
Ok, it looks like we have the one in the middle. It's an 89.
We also have a Rogers Bonneville Classic. Same as Jordans 85 Advantage Classic
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: rush1 on July 13, 2015, 03:20:32 PM
Nice score
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 13, 2015, 04:38:05 PM

Ok, it looks like we have the one in the middle. It's an 89.
We also have a Rogers Bonneville Classic. Same as Jordans 85 Advantage Classic

What motor and pump combo did you have in the Classic? Does yours have a ride plate? If so what angle is it set at? Any info about the hull is appreciated!


Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: jimpen on July 13, 2015, 05:54:43 PM
I would try 3.5 to 4.5 degrees.


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Title: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 24, 2016, 04:48:07 PM
It's about time I updated this thread...

I did a couple "winter upgrades" to get her ready for the season. Keith (Crewchief) rebuilt the carb. It was cool to hear the changes he made and why. I can feel the improvement.

The next thing was pulling the pump for a rebuild. I sold the droop and old style diverter and replaced them with the HPH and new style diverter. The loader is now thru-bolted with 5/16" black oxide bolts and nylocks. It's a good thing I had the pump rebuild. Apparently, it had the wrong snap ring on it giving it excessive play. While it was apart I had an inducer installed.

With the changes the boat pulls hard and doesn't porpoise at any speed. This past weekend the boat ran the best it ever has.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: crewchief22 on May 24, 2016, 07:39:00 PM
That is such a cool boat.  Glad to hear that it is running good. 
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: jimpen on May 25, 2016, 08:17:18 PM
Sounds like it all worked out well.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: TrollerDave on May 25, 2016, 09:52:51 PM
It's awesome when you make changes and it works out like it should.  ;D

Nice, clean looking boat.  :thumbup:
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 88 Baker on May 26, 2016, 04:32:46 AM
I see that boat is from My Neck of the woods. I've been out to yours 7 times n 13-14 look n for a Advantage. N U got it right here. Damn It Man!!! Lol. Looks Sweet. Where was here N Mo? N if U don't mind what did U give. I came out there with 20k every time but wouldn't have give n more that 9-12 on what I seen n they were ask n 13-17 n suppose 2 B Showroom New!!! Not. Any way just curious. Thanks


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 26, 2016, 09:11:20 AM

I see that boat is from My Neck of the woods. I've been out to yours 7 times n 13-14 look n for a Advantage. N U got it right here. Damn It Man!!! Lol. Looks Sweet. Where was here N Mo? N if U don't mind what did U give. I came out there with 20k every time but wouldn't have give n more that 9-12 on what I seen n they were ask n 13-17 n suppose 2 B Showroom New!!! Not. Any way just curious. Thanks


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It came back to San Diego a few years ago, but the previous owner had his family keep it registered in MO. It had been in the same family since 2002. I'm interested in the history of the boat. I haven't seen another Advantage using the 20' Bonneville Classic mold.


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Title: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 26, 2016, 09:14:31 AM
How's your Baker project going?
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 88 Baker on May 26, 2016, 10:26:53 AM
I C sweet looking boat that's the tunnel bottom too isn't ? N the ole Baker is slowly but surely go thought I'd have it together for this weekend but few members passing N the Fam slowed it down but not far off lil more wiring drop n motor n throw n the interior n she's Ready Float!! Keep everyone posted. Thanks Man


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 28, 2016, 07:12:57 PM
Wes came by today and spent some time with the boat. I'll get some pics in the sunlight eventually. I'm jealous of everyone that's at the river this weekend!


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: BoatsNhoes on May 28, 2016, 08:24:54 PM
Oooo very nice Jordon"  looks killer buddy" 😎👍🍻


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: vwagon13 on May 28, 2016, 08:33:18 PM
That is a beautiful boat! Tell me about the trailer fenders. Their not 7" wide,maybe 9 or 10 " wide and stainless if not mistaken?
And I am sharing your feelings redarding the river.
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 29, 2016, 01:42:00 PM

That is a beautiful boat! Tell me about the trailer fenders. Their not 7" wide,maybe 9 or 10 " wide and stainless if not mistaken?
And I am sharing your feelings redarding the river.

Thank you! 9" Stainless.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 30, 2016, 04:48:18 PM
Well...crud in the gas tank! Exact same sediment looking stuff as my Eliminator.  I'm going to do my best to filter it out by recirculating the gas through the pick up to a filter, through the electric pump, then dumped back into the fuel fill. This method worked well for the Eliminator. 

In other news, teak oil is awesome!


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: crewchief22 on May 30, 2016, 05:02:35 PM
Wes came by today and spent some time with the boat. I'll get some pics in the sunlight eventually. I'm jealous of everyone that's at the river this weekend!


Looks great Jordan.  Are we going to see you at Fathers Day?

Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: carrera202 on May 30, 2016, 05:18:39 PM

Well...crud in the gas tank! Exact same sediment looking stuff as my Eliminator.  I'm going to do my best to filter it out by recirculating the gas through the pick up to a filter, through the electric pump, then dumped back into the fuel fill. This method worked well for the Eliminator. 

In other news, teak oil is awesome!


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 30, 2016, 08:42:12 PM
So far so good!


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on May 31, 2016, 03:08:26 PM

Looks great Jordan.  Are we going to see you at Fathers Day?

I should be able to make it out there. I still need to figure out a place to stay, I might be rolling solo.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: cjlabato on July 12, 2016, 03:58:42 PM
Still have this boat? How's it coming along ?


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 12, 2016, 04:54:00 PM

Still have this boat? How's it coming along ?


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I still have the boat. Gas tanks are clear of debris and she's running strong. I probably put twenty hours on the boat over the last month. 


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: steves86ta on July 12, 2016, 06:54:08 PM
I love this boat
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: Chuck79Charger on July 12, 2016, 07:02:20 PM
Nice 👍🏼👍🏼


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: cjlabato on July 13, 2016, 09:19:54 AM
Yea this has to be my favorite open bow out there ! You ever go to sell this thing let me know it looks great!


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 88 Baker on July 13, 2016, 02:06:27 PM
Hey Jordon a 91 came up forsale out there. What HP U run n ? N MPH?  Thanks.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 13, 2016, 03:10:32 PM
I haven't had a chance to run it hard and GPS it. I'd say low 60's at least and the motor is in the 450hp range.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: roost on July 13, 2016, 03:40:39 PM
I haven't had a chance to run it hard and GPS it. I'd say low 60's at least and the motor is in the 450hp range.


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You better get more than that out of it. My 86 Advantage open bow(same as yours) had a mild 460, Berk E pump, loader, diverter, ride plate and bolt on shoe and GPS'ed at 72 or 73. The Circus Boat hauled ass for what it was. Liked to walk a little in the upper 60's just to let you know it was aired out.
Nice boat!
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: JordanDangerfield on July 13, 2016, 04:02:06 PM

You better get more than that out of it. My 86 Advantage open bow(same as yours) had a mild 460, Berk E pump, loader, diverter, ride plate and bolt on shoe and GPS'ed at 72 or 73. The Circus Boat hauled ass for what it was. Liked to walk a little in the upper 60's just to let you know it was aired out.
Nice boat!

Was yours the 18' or 20'? I'd really like to see what this boat can do. This summer it pulled family duty at Havasu so it was loaded up or too choppy. That Canyon you're working on is cool! I can't wait to see it on the water.


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: 88 Baker on July 13, 2016, 04:22:33 PM
K thanks for info. Sir


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Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: roost on July 13, 2016, 05:47:46 PM
Was yours the 18' or 20'? I'd really like to see what this boat can do. This summer it pulled family duty at Havasu so it was loaded up or too choppy. That Canyon you're working on is cool! I can't wait to see it on the water.


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The Circus Boat was a 18, same hull design as Rogers Bonneville. Not a lake boat by any means, and will occasionally make your ass pucker crossing wakes.
Getting kinda antsy myself about getting the Canyon wet, but the priority is getting as much river time as I can. It's not my first choice for dealing with lake lice and the general stupidity tourists bring. After Labor Day the tourists will be gone, I'll get the river back and be able really leg this sucker. :thumbup:
Title: Re: 1985 Advantage
Post by: jet crazy on July 14, 2016, 07:03:33 AM
That boat is sweet, good find man.


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