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The No Wake Zone / Re: Boat information
« on: July 25, 2019, 09:40:46 PM »
I'll go out of a limb and say that is a Nordic. 19' (?) Year may be 80's but that is a hull design developed in the 70's.
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Lower River / Re: Best place to launch in Blythe
« on: May 21, 2018, 12:45:07 AM »
McIntyre, hands down.[/size]
Just a reminder: water levels are typically lower on Friday to exercise additional caution.
Just a reminder: water levels are typically lower on Friday to exercise additional caution.
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Cars / Automobiles For Sale / FOR SALE: FORD 9" CENTER SECTION
« on: October 16, 2017, 10:14:00 PM »
-Currie 9+ Race Case
-Richmond 3.70:1 gear set.
-Strange aluminum Daytona pinion support.
-Eaton Truetrac.
-31 spline.
Forged steel long 1330 yoke
$1,200
Had this professionally built, and ran it only about 75 easy break in miles.
Killer deal for a 9" with all the good stuff.
Plastic carrier included.
-Richmond 3.70:1 gear set.
-Strange aluminum Daytona pinion support.
-Eaton Truetrac.
-31 spline.
Forged steel long 1330 yoke
$1,200
Had this professionally built, and ran it only about 75 easy break in miles.
Killer deal for a 9" with all the good stuff.
Plastic carrier included.
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: New HEI for 460, Gauge Wire for Ign Switch
« on: September 30, 2017, 09:29:17 PM »
Probably overstepping, but maybe a description of what a relay does will help.
A relay is composed of a normally open switch and a solenoid that operates that switch.
The switch part of the relay is wired to your 12v source (in this case your battery) on one side, and the component you are powering ( in this case your hei dist.) on the other. The solenoid, which operates the switch is wired to the ign. terminal on your ignition switch. The ground wire on a relay is for the solenoid part of the relay. The basic idea here is that with a relay, you are indirectly powering your hei from your ignition switch. When 12v is applied to the solenoid it closes switch which allows the 12v from your battery to power the hei. That way, your hei gets 12v from a short run of wire from you battery which avoids voltage loss caused by the resistance that accompanies a long run of wire (I.e.: from the battery to your ignition switch and back). The solenoid part of the relay draws very little current so that voltage loss is not critical, hence the gauge of wire from the ign. terminal of your ignition switch does not have to be that heavy (14ga. would be sufficient. )
Hope this helps.
Apologies if you already know this stuff....
A relay is composed of a normally open switch and a solenoid that operates that switch.
The switch part of the relay is wired to your 12v source (in this case your battery) on one side, and the component you are powering ( in this case your hei dist.) on the other. The solenoid, which operates the switch is wired to the ign. terminal on your ignition switch. The ground wire on a relay is for the solenoid part of the relay. The basic idea here is that with a relay, you are indirectly powering your hei from your ignition switch. When 12v is applied to the solenoid it closes switch which allows the 12v from your battery to power the hei. That way, your hei gets 12v from a short run of wire from you battery which avoids voltage loss caused by the resistance that accompanies a long run of wire (I.e.: from the battery to your ignition switch and back). The solenoid part of the relay draws very little current so that voltage loss is not critical, hence the gauge of wire from the ign. terminal of your ignition switch does not have to be that heavy (14ga. would be sufficient. )
Hope this helps.
Apologies if you already know this stuff....
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Boats For Sale / Re: Craigslist & ebay boats
« on: September 22, 2017, 12:11:19 AM »
Could be a decent rig:
https://santamaria.craigslist.org/boa/d/1979-miller-19-jet-boat/6314518636.html
https://santamaria.craigslist.org/boa/d/1979-miller-19-jet-boat/6314518636.html
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: Custom exhaust, who can make this?
« on: September 22, 2017, 12:05:00 AM »This is what I need made. I have the reducers already. I'm in Ontario. I need it done real soon. Who can do this?A really good custom exhaust/ fabrication shop should be able to help you out. Most good shops make up stainless exhaust systems these days. Also make sure your fabricator is going to tig weld & not mig.
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Try this one in your area: http://www.rogersexhaustshop.com/
Depending on the amount of distance you have between your logs & the transom, you could be able to use pre bent ss tubing welded to a couple straight sections to get it done.
Having your boat on site for fitment would be the ideal situation. If you can't do that, use your drawing skills (which honestly are not bad) to carefully draw a schematic of what you want and present that to your fabricator. Make sure you include dimensions and degree of the angle of your bend as well as overall dims of the space you have to work with one each side (left and right will be different)
Make sure your fabricator (if not a marine type shop) knows this is a water tight situation.
Be certain that your design has a constant downward slope from the log to the transom.
Lastly, make sure that you leave room in your layout for short exhaust hose sections on each end to tie it all together.
Don't know if this will help you out at all, JMO.
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: Distributor gear
« on: September 05, 2017, 08:19:39 PM »108 Deg. lobe separation sounds kind of tight for a jet boat motor. U might run into reversion issues? If you are not running headers I may be off on that.
SKU:121633-08Stock #:121633-08UPC #:840793106325
Camshaft Type: Mechanical RollerDuration Exhaust: 295Duration Intake: 289Duration at 050 Exhaust: 263Duration at 050 Intake: 257Engine: 396-502 (Mark IV)Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2Intake Centerline: 104Lobe Separation: 108Engine Manufacturer: ChevroletRPM Range: 3400 to 7300Valve Lift Exhaust: .725
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Trailers / Re: Trailer Repair in Orange County
« on: August 01, 2017, 04:23:15 PM »I know you looking for Orange County area but River Dad on here does repairs Gary, but he is in Elsinore areaCool,
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I'll get ahold of Jason & give O.C. trailer & hitch a call as well.
Thanks!
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Trailers / Trailer Repair in Orange County
« on: August 01, 2017, 02:03:01 PM »
Hey all,
Anybody know of any outfits that do trailer repair in Orange County?
Got the engine out for rebuild & thought this would be a good time for some trailer work.
Need the fenders repainted & the bunks recovered. Boat is on the trailer so it would have to be someone that can lift the boat as well.
Thanks,
Gary
Anybody know of any outfits that do trailer repair in Orange County?
Got the engine out for rebuild & thought this would be a good time for some trailer work.
Need the fenders repainted & the bunks recovered. Boat is on the trailer so it would have to be someone that can lift the boat as well.
Thanks,
Gary
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Blythe this weekend.
« on: July 20, 2017, 11:42:13 AM »
Cool.
Looking forward to meeting y'all.
Gary
My # (949) 335 -2948 tan & orange Rogers TR
Looking forward to meeting y'all.
Gary
My # (949) 335 -2948 tan & orange Rogers TR
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The No Wake Zone / Blythe this weekend.
« on: July 20, 2017, 10:47:55 AM »
Anyone going to be out in Blythe this weekend?
We're at the Hampton Inn through Saturday. First time on the river. So far just been running between McIntyre & The Cove. It would be great to meet up with some SCJB folks!
We're at the Hampton Inn through Saturday. First time on the river. So far just been running between McIntyre & The Cove. It would be great to meet up with some SCJB folks!
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Lower River Advice
« on: July 17, 2017, 12:30:01 PM »78southwind pretty much explained everything you need to know. We may be out there that weekend as well. We keep our trailer at the Cove. I'll definitely keep in touch with you on this thread as that weekend gets closer.Shocker_04,
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We got to Blythe this morning. Going to be here all week trying out different parts of the river. You still going to be out here this weekend?
Anybody else??
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Miscellaneous / Spam / CAR/WHEEL DOLLIES
« on: July 04, 2017, 02:12:04 AM »
Bought these last year from CCP. Used them once & have been collecting dust ever since. Cost around $375 new with the stand. Asking $100.00 If this is something you need, that's a killer deal….
They are in Santa Ana.
They are in Santa Ana.
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / Re: PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 30, 2017, 04:55:21 PM »South would definitely be a safer bet. I usually don't go much past McIntyre due to fuel. But the further you go it gets pretty awesome sight wise. Usually less traffic too.
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Thanks!
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / Re: PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 29, 2017, 08:55:20 PM »South of the 10 is easy cruzin. Put them polarized shades on and enjoy the ride. There are a few shallows but you'll see the brown coming. North of the 10 there are definitely lines to take, it's changed even from last year. Sand bars that were there are under water or just somewhere else etc. keep an eye for the brown again. I run the when in doubt pin it theory and it's worked pretty good.
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Spectra, Thanks for the info. I getting that south of the 10 would be a 'safer' bet for a first timer? How far down do you go?
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Lower River Advice
« on: June 28, 2017, 03:13:18 PM »Typically from what I have seen is the water starts rising mid morning!!! We usually launch out of Riviera which is now the Cove and we base launching our boats off the water level at the launch ramp. I have never had an issue tho in blythe with water level. It's all about reading the channel
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When you say reading the channel, is that gauging the current speed, or water volume? (i.e. faster current means more water being released from PV?) or am I way off?
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Lower River Advice
« on: June 28, 2017, 02:07:50 PM »I'll be out there as well with about 8 other boats. We all know blythe very well and can help as wellI'm wondering if there is a typical time of day when the water is highest? I know it probably varies on different parts of the river, but is there a rule of thumb or a way know when the the water will be up or down?
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Lower River Advice
« on: June 28, 2017, 02:02:40 PM »78southwind pretty much explained everything you need to know. We may be out there that weekend as well. We keep our trailer at the Cove. I'll definitely keep in touch with you on this thread as that weekend gets closer.Shocker, thanks for the 2nd on 78Southwind's info. Yeah let's keep in touch... Looking forward to seeing you out there.
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Gary
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Topock / Laughlin / Re: Need advice on Lake Mohave & Jack Smith to Topock Gorge
« on: June 27, 2017, 06:57:54 PM »
78,
Thanks for that. Got out there last year but it was pretty blown out so only got on the water one day out of three. Went from Pirate Cove down just past the gorge which was awesome. Planning on another trip there later in the summer & want to explore more of the river so your info is really helpful!!
Thanks for that. Got out there last year but it was pretty blown out so only got on the water one day out of three. Went from Pirate Cove down just past the gorge which was awesome. Planning on another trip there later in the summer & want to explore more of the river so your info is really helpful!!
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / Re: PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 27, 2017, 06:51:12 PM »Im in blythe from the 30th this friday until the 11th where abouts you headed north or south of the palo verde dam. My spot is north of palo verde and below parker dam i know this stretch of the river from dam to dam hit me up. What do you want for the msd bracket thanks Josh oh food for thought the river is constantly changing so over the years we have to change our normal routes to accomadate changes. Also get a good set of polarized shades it helps to spot the sand bars and bottom changing it comes up quick.
jh,
Not exactly sure if we're going to be south or north of the PV dam. Gonna be in Blythe for 5 days at least so hopefully both. Definitely would want to pick your brain a bit . Sounds like you know your stretch of the river pretty well… Thanks for mentioning how the river changes, and 'routes'.
That's the info I'm looking for, like routes or the lines to take going through sections of the river.
The MSD bracket is yours. Don't want any money, just a bit of time…
I'm in Santa Ana.
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / Re: PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 27, 2017, 06:50:27 PM »how much for carb?
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Not taking money. If you know the lower river and can spare some time sharing your experience, that's all I ask. The carb is a good deal so that'll require an in person discussion, I think……
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / Re: PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 27, 2017, 02:37:15 PM »I am interested in 1.Older model place diverter. Reverse chute has been milled down. Decent condition78,
2. Split bowl nozzle housing with 2° wedge.
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o.k., cool. P.M. me when you get a chance, or (949) 335-2948
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Random Boat Parts For Sale / PARTS FOR TRADE
« on: June 27, 2017, 12:39:24 PM »
Hey all,
I am looking to trade any of the following parts for your knowledge of the lower river & how to run it. I.E.: places to go, things to avoid, hazards to watch out for, etc., etc. Specifically around Blythe, but I'd like to learn about the river pretty anywhere south of Davis Dam.
Planning a trip to Blythe towards the end of July. Never been on the river there & pretty new to boating in general so I could use all the help I can get......
Parts are pick up only, I'm in Santa Ana.
Thanks!
Items:
1.Older model place diverter. Reverse chute has been milled down. Decent condition. (TRADED)
2. Split bowl nozzle housing with 2° wedge. (TRADED)
3. Scoop, Harman Marine, aluminum, 4150, with 3"x6" spark arrestor, hold down & cover. Mounted once & never used so basically new.
4.Grant steering wheel with 3" long black telex adapter.
5. BBC ski tow, chromed stainless, new.
6. Battery tray, o.k. condition. group 24.
7. MSD box mounting plate & hardware. For BBC cylinder head. (TRADED)
8. Demon 'Speed Demon' carb. 750, with about 6 hours of run time on the street. Includes the fuel rail. Excellent condition
I am looking to trade any of the following parts for your knowledge of the lower river & how to run it. I.E.: places to go, things to avoid, hazards to watch out for, etc., etc. Specifically around Blythe, but I'd like to learn about the river pretty anywhere south of Davis Dam.
Planning a trip to Blythe towards the end of July. Never been on the river there & pretty new to boating in general so I could use all the help I can get......
Parts are pick up only, I'm in Santa Ana.
Thanks!
Items:
1.Older model place diverter. Reverse chute has been milled down. Decent condition. (TRADED)
2. Split bowl nozzle housing with 2° wedge. (TRADED)
3. Scoop, Harman Marine, aluminum, 4150, with 3"x6" spark arrestor, hold down & cover. Mounted once & never used so basically new.
4.Grant steering wheel with 3" long black telex adapter.
5. BBC ski tow, chromed stainless, new.
6. Battery tray, o.k. condition. group 24.
7. MSD box mounting plate & hardware. For BBC cylinder head. (TRADED)
8. Demon 'Speed Demon' carb. 750, with about 6 hours of run time on the street. Includes the fuel rail. Excellent condition
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The No Wake Zone / Lower River Advice
« on: June 17, 2017, 06:48:15 PM »
Hey all!
The wife & I are planning a Lower River trip towards the end of July (the 21th-25th). It would be our first trip with the boat to that area of the river. Looking for advice on best places to launch (The Cove, McIntyre Park, etc.)
Advice on whether the water above I10 (Water Wheel, Lost Lake, Aha Quinn) or below I10 (Desitny, McIntyre Park & below) is better or easier to navigate that time of year.
Also places along the river that are good hangout spots (I've read here about Goose Flats) as well as stuff to avoid (hazards).
We'll be there a few days so I was hoping during that time I could learn a bit about the river & her peculiarities in preparation for future trips, and as well as have a bit fun in the process.
Besides that, anyone planning on being down there around that time? It would be great to hook up with some fellow jet boaters.
Thanks,
Gary
The wife & I are planning a Lower River trip towards the end of July (the 21th-25th). It would be our first trip with the boat to that area of the river. Looking for advice on best places to launch (The Cove, McIntyre Park, etc.)
Advice on whether the water above I10 (Water Wheel, Lost Lake, Aha Quinn) or below I10 (Desitny, McIntyre Park & below) is better or easier to navigate that time of year.
Also places along the river that are good hangout spots (I've read here about Goose Flats) as well as stuff to avoid (hazards).
We'll be there a few days so I was hoping during that time I could learn a bit about the river & her peculiarities in preparation for future trips, and as well as have a bit fun in the process.
Besides that, anyone planning on being down there around that time? It would be great to hook up with some fellow jet boaters.
Thanks,
Gary