Post by: Oliver1421 on October 11, 2015, 02:42:49 PM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 11, 2015, 02:54:14 PM
1977 Hallett Mini Daycruiser (all original)
460 Ford .030 over, C&J Engineering Holley carb, Hardin logs
Berkeley 12jc pump, hydraulic place diverter
Post by: Rock Bottom on October 11, 2015, 08:54:15 PM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 11, 2015, 09:11:37 PM
This is the best thread on here! ;D now maybe I don't have to search the whole damn site looking for pics of these beauties! Here's mine... 1975 Mini, Holman & Moody 460 BBF, Berk and Place diverter. I've been spending every spare minute on her in hopes of being seaworthy by next season!Nice float man! Did u recently buy that boat I think that's the one on saw for sale a few months ago.
Post by: wrxracer87 on October 11, 2015, 09:15:50 PM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 11, 2015, 09:18:18 PM
77' Hallett mini cruiser. 454 Berk jet manual place diverter .Sweet! Looks just like mine just without the gold metal flake! Any plans for this thing?
Post by: wrxracer87 on October 11, 2015, 09:26:07 PM
Post by: Rock Bottom on October 11, 2015, 09:42:47 PM
Post by: Flusher on October 12, 2015, 12:15:32 AM
Post by: Flusher on October 12, 2015, 12:39:30 AM
Maybe you guys can give me some insight about how these do on the water? This things a tank... How fast can I expect to go with my mild 460 and A cut impeller? I've also heard they are tricky to maneuver because of the hull shape... Is this true? And are there any specific design flaws I should fix while I have it torn down? (I already replaced the fiberglass tanks). Thanks for any advice you have and hope to see you guys on the water someday!
You got a great hull. Hallett makes a solid boat that can handle big power. Actually your's is a better design than mine. Mine could go either V-drive or jet and lacks the center strakes that your's has. Your's should develop more lift.
Cheers,
Joe
Post by: FAMILY TRADITION on October 12, 2015, 05:52:41 AM
77' Hallett mini cruiser. 454 Berk jet manual place diverter .Family Tradition was my boat. I upholstered the seats 10 years ago. Had the name put on. My favorite boat name. Sold it 3 years ago. Loved that boat.
Post by: wrxracer87 on October 12, 2015, 08:04:04 AM
Family Tradition was my boat. I upholstered the seats 10 years ago. Had the name put on. My favorite boat name. Sold it 3 years ago. Loved that boat.
Nice! We just bought it a few months back. It's a great boat!
Post by: Beaveretriever on October 12, 2015, 12:17:37 PM
Post by: wrxracer87 on October 12, 2015, 12:29:36 PM
Well here is mine. I dint have alot of pictures yet, but over the winter I will when I rip it all down and start overWow love those colors!
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 12, 2015, 12:47:54 PM
Well here is mine. I dint have alot of pictures yet, but over the winter I will when I rip it all down and start overSweet looking mini!!
Post by: Rock Bottom on October 12, 2015, 04:21:49 PM
Post by: Beaveretriever on October 13, 2015, 07:24:30 PM
Did I read that right... Tear it apart? Lol I'm hoping mine looks that nice when I'm done!
Yep tearing it apart. It needs a new floor, new interior, and pump work. It will be back better than before and faster :-)
Post by: HaulsBalls on October 14, 2015, 08:07:34 AM
Post by: TrollerDave on October 14, 2015, 12:19:37 PM
Well here is mine. I dint have alot of pictures yet, but over the winter I will when I rip it all down and start over
I always wondered what model Hallet you had. The paint makes it look different from the other minis.
But with these picks it more clear.
Good looking boat. :thumbup:
Post by: Dmartincnc on October 14, 2015, 04:41:51 PM
"Natural High"
Bought it from a good friend at Lost Lake (home base) almost two years ago. He was the second owner and he owned it for about 20 years. Dropped the exhaust valve on cylinder 7 last summer and had the motor rebuilt. All new carpet, and a bit of upholstery work. New steering cable. And of course, had to put a stereo and some speakers in it.
We love this boat. It's got character.
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 14, 2015, 07:40:39 PM
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Post by: Beaveretriever on October 14, 2015, 11:28:39 PM
Post by: More2LifeThanMPG on October 15, 2015, 06:48:58 AM
Well shit escalated tonight. Gutted the interior, cut out the gas tanks and working on getting the floor out. All new interior and gas tanks in the mini.not bad progress for starting at 6:15 tonight!
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Nice work! Mines not a Hallett but I need to do the same repairs this winter. Glass tanks under the floor need to go.
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Post by: Oliver1421 on October 15, 2015, 07:34:13 AM
When can I bring mine over?Come over and help me get my floor out and I'll help you do yours. I always have plenty of beer in the fridge.
Post by: J2 on October 15, 2015, 08:30:07 AM
Well here is mine. I dint have alot of pictures yet, but over the winter I will when I rip it all down and start over
Nice ride Dave
Um I think you need to update that Boat #1 thing cause it's mine now 8) :beer:
Post by: Dmartincnc on October 15, 2015, 11:42:09 AM
How do u like that tan carpet in your boat?
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It's growing on me. The boat had darker brown carpet originally. I took it to an upholstery shop and told them I wanted brown carpet. When I went to pick it up they had put the tan in. I think it matches the paint job a little better, and doesn't get hot so fast in the sun. It's already got some small stains here and there, but the boat isn't cherry so I don't worry to much about it. Someday I'll over haul it, you know, when I win the lottery.
Post by: Dmartincnc on October 15, 2015, 11:56:34 AM
Well shit escalated tonight. Gutted the interior, cut out the gas tanks and working on getting the floor out. All new interior and gas tanks in the mini.not bad progress for starting at 6:15 tonight!
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Look familiar? This is what mine looked like about 7 months ago. While you got the carpet off you might want to consider using carriage bolts to fasten those brackets for the ski locker cover. Mine just had regular bolts originally and after years of people standing on the ski locker cover the bolts pulled through the wood floor. I just reinstalled the regular bolts and then drilled holes between each of them to add the carriage bolts. Now I could do jumping jacks on that cover haha.
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 15, 2015, 12:33:51 PM
Look familiar? This is what mine looked like about 7 months ago. While you got the carpet off you might want to consider using carriage bolts to fasten those brackets for the ski locker cover. Mine just had regular bolts originally and after years of people standing on the ski locker cover the bolts pulled through the wood floor. I just reinstalled the regular bolts and then drilled holes between each of them to add the carriage bolts. Now I could do jumping jacks on that cover haha.I'm going to get rid of the ski locker cuz I'm going to do a full width hatch and back bench. Possibly just put in an ice chest in the floor to hold all my empty beer cans.
Post by: hallett1974 on October 18, 2015, 10:18:21 AM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 18, 2015, 10:20:36 AM
Do the Hallett mini cruisers handle better in parker then the bubbledecks?Yes they do
Post by: hallett1974 on October 18, 2015, 10:21:56 AM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 18, 2015, 10:24:33 AM
Really cuz my going to move a trailer to river lodge soon. I might be looking to sell my bubbledeck do to the chop of parkerParker is starting get get pretty bad with all the wakeboard boats and their huge wakes. Don't get me wrong the mini doesn't swallow up the chop but it does a lot better than the bubble deck.
Post by: hallett1974 on October 18, 2015, 10:25:13 AM
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 18, 2015, 10:26:40 AM
Yeah I know I hate wakeboard boats.LMAO me too
Post by: Oliver1421 on October 18, 2015, 10:57:41 AM
Post by: BoatsNhoes on October 18, 2015, 11:32:29 AM
Yesterday I met with Eddie at Martinez Marine Interiors and got a game plan on my new interior and came home to rip out the floor in the mini and got it all prepped to start laying the new floor today.
[/quoteMartinez Marine does awesome work. They reworked my rear bench seat and it came out bitchen" 👍😎
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Post by: Oliver1421 on October 18, 2015, 11:36:38 AM
Yesterday I met with Eddie at Martinez Marine Interiors and got a game plan on my new interior and came home to rip out the floor in the mini and got it all prepped to start laying the new floor today.It is gonna be a little more than I expected but I know it's gonna be awesome!
[/quoteMartinez Marine does awesome work. They reworked my rear bench seat and it came out bitchen" 👍😎
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Post by: 08chevyguy on January 28, 2018, 03:23:15 PM
This is an old post, but I’m a new member and don’t know where else to post pictures of my boat. It’s a 1977 Hallett mini day cruiser with a BBF, Berkeley pump and a lot of blood sweat and cash to get it to this point. Finished in 2015, and it’s been turn key sense.Welcome friend. Nice float. She is pretty
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Post by: 08chevyguy on May 15, 2018, 04:48:38 AM
Before and after... finally done and couldn’t be happier with her!Quite the transformation. Looks great!!
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Post by: 08chevyguy on May 15, 2018, 04:49:40 AM
78' Hallett. Hopefully 3 more weeks!!Cant wait to see this done!
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When is the Halletts in Havasu get together?September 9th that weekend
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Post by: 08chevyguy on June 16, 2018, 07:26:22 PM
Well boat is done finally!!Turned out great!!!
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Post by: 77Hallett on June 19, 2018, 05:13:58 PM
How do you like the way it rides and preforms? I have a porpoise issue at 35-40 mph when I’m not on the skinny pedal, imagine the tabs that were on yours solved that and then some! but it looks as if you removed that setup? If so do you experience porpoising at all? It’s the only thing that I have bad to say about the handling of my hull makes me wonder if it’s got a hook that I’m not seeing or if it’s just the hull. I know she’s a little chubby but she sure is pretty, plus a little weight in the right places let’s you play rough without anyone getting hurt, makes for a real nice ride and hopefully years of enjoyment!
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Post by: Jason Cicchetti on August 22, 2021, 07:46:50 PM
Side note.... None of the previous owners tackled removing the bow foam. Started tacking it today. What a mess and of course there was about a gallon of water sitting at the bottom....
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Post by: Flusher on August 23, 2021, 02:14:35 PM
Very nice!! I'm going Mild 6.0L LS just to get it in the water. After a little time I'll likely add a procharger. I'm already rebuilding the berkeley and having a new impeller cut to match the LS. I know once I go procharged I'll have to dump more $ in the pump. For now it should be fine for the family. Hopefully I'll see you guys out there next season.What are you having the impeller cut to? That boat is not going to like anything much smaller than an A cut out of the hole.
Post by: jaycetti on August 23, 2021, 02:34:47 PM
Post by: Flusher on August 23, 2021, 07:58:13 PM
So, the engine is supposed to Dyno around 450HP. It's not done yet, but based on the build, it should be pretty close. I built another engine like it a while back with the same components and it came in right there. I've talked to 3 different Jet shops and all of them said "B/C or B+". I'm also going to ditch the original rear transom cover and go with the customer setup to make getting the bowl off faster so if the cut is wrong, it won't be a pain to switch to another impeller. I'm not trying to build a rocket since it's a Mini day and decently heavy. I'm looking more for a family cruiser. If it's not fast enough or struggles, I'll add the pro-charger.
I don't mean any disrespect, its your money and your boat. However, I don't see any mention of RPM. I also have to ask, are the three shops that recommended a BC and a B+ impeller aware of exactly what hull you have, or are they assuming a lightweight bubble deck?
As you mentioned, you have a heavy hull. A larger boat neads a larger impeller to help get it out of the hole. Once you start adding horsepower, the problem gets worse, you will run into problems blowing the pump dry. I think you will be happier with a larger cut impeller to increase out-of-the-hole response and better fuel economy.
On a side note, if you have the option of an aluminum block, that would make a great lightweight running package.
Just running some numbers, a BC impeller is going to absorb 450 horsepower between 5400-5500 RPM. A B+ impeller will absorb 450 horsepower between 5100-5200 RPM. A 30-degree A cut, or "small A" impeller would be at 5000 RPM. In contrast, a C cut impeller would absorb 450 horsepower at 5600 RPM. I would strongly recommend against going that small.
If you are making your 450 horsepower at a higher RPM, the impeller will never allow the engine to turn that RPM. It's all about WHERE you are making the power.
All I am saying is, try the impeller you have BEFORE you cut it down.
The ProCharger is a good call if you decide to go forced induction. I think a centrifugal is best suited to a jet boat. Compared to a positive displacement blower, a centrifugal blower comes on when you want it (upper RPM).
I have the 20.5' posted a few pages back. It had an MPD fully detailed B+ impeller when I got it. The B+ allowed the engine to RPM way up where it wanted, but I had to backpedal a lot to get it there. I definitely didn't get the "shot out of a cannon" feeling until I put in the AA. The AA hooks right now and cruises at 50 MPH at about 4000 RPM.
I want to play too. My '91 20.5' 454/Berkeley JG-AA. I don't have any recent pictures on the water as it has been on hold for some family matters, but now making progress. Once I get a computer online, I will post a build thread. Shooting for TPM
Post by: jaycetti on August 23, 2021, 08:22:14 PM
Post by: Flusher on August 24, 2021, 11:14:48 AM
Flusher, it's all good! I know you know what your talking about! So again it's a 6.0L iron block LS With aluminum heads. The build should make 450ish peak HP at 5800. That's what the last one I built did. All three shops I talked to know my hull. In fact one of them just did the exact same LS setup for a customer with my exact 18.5ft Hallet Mini. Customer said it was perfect and brought it in with an A cut. I guess I really won't know until it's all together and it's in the water. It's a tough call because the jet needs a rebuild and everyone is saying B/C or B+. I'd like it to be right on the first shot. But I understand it doesn't always work out that way. Also, I'm planning pro-charger only because I'm trying to keep everything within an enclosed engine compartment and yes, I prefer the power up top.
Why do they recommend a BC or a B+? Why not a B and split the difference?
Why do you "prefer the power up top?"
Just trying to inspire thought on the topic.
Honestly, I was expecting a 19' or 20', not an 18.5'. It makes a difference, especially after powerlifting my bare hull around last weekend. I can lift a 19' bubble deck and place wood between the hull and trailer bunks by myself.
Post by: jaycetti on August 24, 2021, 01:38:27 PM
Why do they recommend a BC or a B+? Why not a B and split the difference?
Why do you "prefer the power up top?"
Just trying to inspire thought on the topic.
Honestly, I was expecting a 19' or 20', not an 18.5'. It makes a difference, especially after powerlifting my bare hull around last weekend. I can lift a 19' bubble deck and place wood between the hull and trailer bunks by myself.
As long as the boat gets on a plane without an issues, I'd prefer to have the power on top to do a little "just for fun racing" when I come across another Mini day on the water. I've been in that situation where you think you've got the fast boat and the dude next to you just keeps pulling away from you..... Again, I'm not trying to build a rocket. I know I can't keep up with the flat bottoms and pickles, but a mini day running away from you in another mini day would be funny.
As for the impeller recommendations, I'm not sure why not a B cut. I just looked back at the Dyno from my last build and it was 444 HP at 5600 and 440lbs TQ at 5000. I might have told them, 5600 and not 5800 like I mentioned earlier. I won't know for sure until I get this engine dyno'd to see exactly where peak HP and TQ is.
Many people including myself think or thought the Hallet Mini Cruiser is a 20ft. In fact all the time, people walk up to my boat on the trailer and say, "what is this, 20 or 21 ft?". It looks big, but it's actually 18.5ft. That's actually exactly why I picked it over many of the other Mini days like a Spectra or Eliminator. It's got a shorter more rounded bow. The open area for seating and engine are pretty much exactly the same as a 20ft. They ride super nice.