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Projects / Re: JBP Cole T'Deck jet
« on: January 02, 2010, 06:06:11 AM »
Thats a cool boat! Can't wait to see it hit the water.
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Projects / Re: Project 1979 Sanger Super Jet
« on: January 02, 2010, 06:01:35 AM »
Can't wait to see more pics. Good luck with this one. Since Ian bought his from Tommy I have grown to really like the Sangers.
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Gelcoat / Paint / Fireberglass Repair / Re: zoop seal?
« on: November 28, 2009, 08:31:39 AM »
Disclaimer: I have no personal experiance with Zoopseal.
But I do recall that folks that have tried it said it had a tendency to yellow after a bit. I don't know how long it takes but only that they chose to keep polishing.
But I do recall that folks that have tried it said it had a tendency to yellow after a bit. I don't know how long it takes but only that they chose to keep polishing.
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Hulls / Re: daytona rock climber project
« on: November 28, 2009, 08:28:26 AM »
At the risk of pointing a member to another website, get ahold of Tony Skagen on Skagenboats.com.
There's a ton of Daytonas up here and he's been involved in almost all of them. He knows them inside and out and recently picked up a Scorpion as well...
Good luck with your project.....john
There's a ton of Daytonas up here and he's been involved in almost all of them. He knows them inside and out and recently picked up a Scorpion as well...
Good luck with your project.....john
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Projects / Re: 76 PHANTOM
« on: November 28, 2009, 08:24:20 AM »
..Just don't let the project list exceed wallet thickness
GT
where were you when I started my project then Glenn? 
Cool project Honda, keep at it.........john
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: offseason new motor purchase
« on: October 27, 2009, 05:58:16 PM »Ok,, the plan is to build a really nice 638 cu in engine with a single carb. We found a good deal on some lightly used American parts, as follows:
Merlin "Pro" block 10.2" tall deck
Crower crankshaft
Oliver connecting rods
CP pistons (new)
ATI balancer
Brodix BB2 "Extra" heads
Jesel shaft rockers
Brodix single plane intake, Domintor flange
I already had the block at the shop having the paint removed before the current owner decided to resell the parts, and the rotating assembly is already balanced, so it's mostly a matter of selecting and purchasing the parts needed to complete the engine, and then putting it all together. We have already discussed dyno testing since it's going to take a ride across the country once I am done with it. Knowing the power output will be a nice bonus, but making sure that it runs properly with no leaks should be worth the extra money spent.
NICE!!! Barry will do you proud
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The No Wake Zone / Re: Life can be funny..........
« on: October 27, 2009, 05:55:59 PM »
We'll keep you and your wife in our thoughts and prayers Glenn. It'll be all good but just may have to spoil her while she recovers....
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Projects / Re: Project Wriedt Stinger
« on: October 25, 2009, 07:19:09 AM »Looks really nice, almost too nice to use...Belongs in a showroom
You have done it proud.
GT
X2 Looks fantastic!!!!
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: offseason new motor purchase
« on: October 23, 2009, 09:58:29 AM »Why don't you announce what we will be building.
Yah, what Barry said.......
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Engine Mechanical / Electrical / Re: offseason new motor purchase
« on: October 22, 2009, 04:40:04 PM »Thanks for the vote of confidence. If we proceed with the project, and Bill doesn't mind, I will post photos and details. This one should be lots of fun! I believe this one will see the dyno as well.
Right on!!!! You'll really enjoy working with Barry. He built me a really nice setup for my tub. You won't be dissappointed............ good luck........john
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Projects / Re: 509 BBC Daytona Eliminator
« on: October 22, 2009, 07:23:04 AM »
Very clean boat and motor. Can't wait to see it come together..........john
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The No Wake Zone / Re: ming
« on: October 18, 2009, 04:38:18 PM »
Thanks Skip. I just heard from Ian that Darin won the 9.0 class!
I mentioned the UFO sighting too so maybe he'll have some luck there too. Take care of youself
I mentioned the UFO sighting too so maybe he'll have some luck there too. Take care of youself
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The No Wake Zone / Re: ming
« on: October 18, 2009, 06:51:08 AM »
My son Ian drove down on Friday with a buddy as is with the GreenWithEnvy boat
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Boat Racing / Re: Long Beach Vids
« on: September 28, 2009, 07:14:09 AM »
That's Awesome!!! Thanks
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 26, 2009, 12:09:35 PM »
Nice Tommy!!!!
Here's some video from our day on the water yesterday.
Both Ian and I found that in fact, it liked the diverter full up but still we had porpous issues.
Seemed like with the diverter up, I could power through the worst of it......to a point....
Best I could pull the AA impeller was 5400 and was scratching my head where my extra HP went till when I was cleaning the boat I found #4 plug wire off. Ran pretty damn hard on 7 cylinders
Here's some video from our day on the water yesterday.
Both Ian and I found that in fact, it liked the diverter full up but still we had porpous issues.
Seemed like with the diverter up, I could power through the worst of it......to a point....
Best I could pull the AA impeller was 5400 and was scratching my head where my extra HP went till when I was cleaning the boat I found #4 plug wire off. Ran pretty damn hard on 7 cylinders
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 21, 2009, 08:59:39 PM »
Thanks Gord and welcome to the site. I would be tickled pink to share whatever I can to help you. I think I've made every mistake somebody can make so with luck, we can keep you from making the same.
Good luck and keep in touch..........john
Good luck and keep in touch..........john
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Boat Racing / Re: Long Beach Vids
« on: September 18, 2009, 07:12:29 AM »
Did these ever get figured out and posted? I'd love to see them
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 18, 2009, 07:09:33 AM »
Yup, the weather does suck. Actually gonna be in the 70's today and sunny but turn to rain by Saturday.. 
Yup, my intake is tapped top and bottom......just havent taken readings yet
Yup, my intake is tapped top and bottom......just havent taken readings yet
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 17, 2009, 06:42:54 AM »John weight distribution is vastly critical on these boats , also the AA will IMO create "tail lift" along with the bigger bite and hopefully a Mad holeshot (with all that new Blower motor power your makin) so its "back to the drawing board" Grampa Jrork !
just think this way , unless your serene with the status quo , and want to leave it that way (stock boat stock jet etc etc) Everything on these boats to some degree will be an expirement (trail and error)
Pops, the weather up here has gone in the toilet (for the most part) so I gotta have something to do over the winter. Let's talk about next steps. PS, the holeshot is BADASS.......
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 16, 2009, 07:28:32 AM »
Yep Tommy. Now that I think about it, new mobigger motor, AA impeller, slid the motor forward 3" and set the rideplate at 2.4 up.
Crap, I hadn't realized how much I changed at once till after Glenn got me thinking.
Crap, I hadn't realized how much I changed at once till after Glenn got me thinking.
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 15, 2009, 06:15:33 PM »
Thanks Glenn. You've jumpstarted my memory (which isn't easy). This year with the new motor I moved the ride plate up to it's present location (2.4) thinking (there I go again) that with the new momo it would love to lean back and let her eat. Maybe with my boat, the pump setup AND the new gorrilla behind the seat it's too much lift......
Now I need some decent weather to try it out....
Thanks for the help......john
Now I need some decent weather to try it out....
Thanks for the help......john
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Projects / Re: Project Long Haul
« on: September 15, 2009, 06:11:45 PM »
Woohoo!!!! Glad you're gettin after it. Can't wait to follow this thread. Good luck and keep it going.
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Projects / Re: Here's my 78 Brendella
« on: September 11, 2009, 08:28:56 AM »Is that 2.4 degrees up or down ? I am running my Nordic 2.0 degrees up and I think I need a droop.
T.J.
Thanks for catching that TJ. I'm 2.4 up on my plate.