83' Bahner rebuild

« **Reply #25 on:** May 05, 2020, 05:26:37 PM »

Ok update bilge was done and engine is in its spot. Gas tank supports and new bulkhead support in that will eventually hold my speakers. Then new ski locker out of teak built. Next is to install the carpet and start rigging this thing hopefully be on the water in two weeks or less. I can say this is not for the lazy or none motivated these kinds of builds are intense. Big thanks to all that have helped.

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« **Reply #26 on:** May 05, 2020, 07:35:21 PM »

Dude, you guys are moving with this. Great job.
You asked about Covid related names:

Pays 2 B Non-Essential
Aquarantined
Down with the Sickness

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« **Reply #27 on:** May 05, 2020, 07:40:26 PM »

Dude, Your killing it! I been there before, that’s a lot of work!!! It’s coming along real nice. Gotta ask, what type of wood did u use for the stringers?

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« **Reply #28 on:** May 05, 2020, 09:25:52 PM »

Quote from: J-bonz on May 05, 2020, 07:40:26 PM

Dude, Your killing it! I been there before, that’s a lot of work!!! It’s coming along real nice. Gotta ask, what type of wood did u use for the stringers?

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I used what they call class c klin dried dug fur it has no knots and is straight grained has all the strength and no moisture in it.

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« **Reply #29 on:** May 05, 2020, 09:27:02 PM »

Quote from: TrollerDave on May 05, 2020, 07:35:21 PM

Dude, you guys are moving with this. Great job.
You asked about Covid related names:

Pays 2 B Non-Essential
Aquarantined
Down with the Sickness

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Awesome names they are will be added to the running

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« **Reply #30 on:** May 06, 2020, 03:56:29 PM »

Sweet float man. I'm loving the progress. Keep it up!!

« **Reply #31 on:** May 06, 2020, 04:37:44 PM »

6 foot or more
6 footer
Wuhuan clan
Furloughed
Social distortion
Stimulus package
Stimulus money
Stimulus check ( check mark )
Hindsight is 2020 ( the year )

All I can think of off the top of my head. Sorry if my spelling is fucked up

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« **Reply #32 on:** May 08, 2020, 03:48:07 AM »

Quote from: Bradbear12 on May 05, 2020, 09:25:52 PM

I used what they call class c klin dried dug fur it has no knots and is straight grained has all the strength and no moisture in it.

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Thanks, that helps, where did you source them from? Local big box store? Boats coming along real good. Digging the progress

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« **Reply #33 on:** May 08, 2020, 09:39:34 PM »

Quote from: J-bonz on May 08, 2020, 03:48:07 AM

Thanks, that helps, where did you source them from? Local big box store? Boats coming along real good. Digging the progress

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I used one of are local lumber yards that specializes in higher quality lumber.

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« **Reply #34 on:** May 13, 2020, 08:58:04 AM »

Came over the weekend to help build a new wire harness in the boat. Had some help from my lil apprentice. She did an excellent job building this loom! Alm marine grade, heathens terminals, updated fuse block, switches, etc. 98% done, will be finished this weekend. Never seen telephone cord be used to wire lights before! BTW, it was like that before Brad bought the boat lol
Finished pics in a couple days, its crunch time for Memorial weekend!

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« **Reply #35 on:** May 14, 2020, 09:32:42 PM »

Quote from: Bradbear12 on May 08, 2020, 09:39:34 PM

I used one of are local lumber yards that specializes in higher quality lumber.

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Thanks, that is what I was thinking but the confirmation helps. Now I know to just skip the big box stores. Great job on the harness. Big upgrade there. Looks like you got a big helper! That’s awesome, she will definitely be hooked!

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« **Reply #36 on:** May 18, 2020, 09:09:22 AM »

More progress pics on the wiring. Very minimal tidying up in a couple places, but all working quite well. Had to redo the terminal ends under dash because the gauges got upgraded. Just need the new GPS speedo and find something to fill a 2in hole in place of the hour meter....

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« **Reply #37 on:** May 19, 2020, 06:50:31 AM »

Quote from: Lowcharacter on May 18, 2020, 09:09:22 AM

More progress pics on the wiring. Very minimal tidying up in a couple places, but all working quite well. Had to redo the terminal ends under dash because the gauges got upgraded. Just need the new GPS speedo and find something to fill a 2in hole in place of the hour meter....

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Oil Temp is a good option. In a boat that'll give you a better read on how hot the engine is running. Water temp is deceptive since it passes through the block so quickly.

They also make depth finders that'll fill that hole. (I had to laugh after that phrasing)

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« **Reply #38 on:** January 19, 2021, 06:04:01 PM »

Its been awhile since I posted on this a couple things have happened 454 freshen up then that didn't work went to to a complete rebuild on the 454 and then things escalated and decided to drop in a LS out of a 07 Silverado a bunch of parts later and some problem solving and this thing has taken on a whole different path. Again huge thanks to Jordan Lockrey aka(jordandangerfield)of Lockrey Marine for the help.

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« **Reply #39 on:** January 19, 2021, 07:15:55 PM »

Yeah buddy! Can't wait for a ride in it!!!

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« **Reply #40 on:** January 19, 2021, 10:08:55 PM »

Quote from: Bradbear12 on January 19, 2021, 06:04:01 PM

Its been awhile since I posted on this a couple things have happened 454 freshen up then that didn't work went to to a complete rebuild on the 454 and then things escalated and decided to drop in a LS out of a 07 Silverado a bunch of parts later and some problem solving and this thing has taken on a whole different path. Again huge thanks to Jordan Lockrey aka(jordandangerfield)of Lockrey Marine for the help.

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How’s it running with the LS? There was a guy named AJ that had a orange 21’ that he put an LS in. It seemed to run very good if not better than the BBC he had in it. But I think his LS had a lot of work done.

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« **Reply #41 on:** January 20, 2021, 06:43:44 PM »

Quote from: TrollerDave on January 19, 2021, 10:08:55 PM

How’s it running with the LS? There was a guy named AJ that had a orange 21’ that he put an LS in. It seemed to run very good if not better than the BBC he had in it. But I think his LS had a lot of work done.

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Runs amazing it is upgraded a little bit different cam and heads were re done the motor is about 250lbs lighter then a 454 not to sure on what kind of horsepower it is putting out but it makes the boat jump on plane. I will post some more pics as I build out the interior.

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« **Reply #42 on:** January 20, 2021, 07:25:09 PM »

Quote from: Bradbear12 on January 20, 2021, 06:43:44 PM

Runs amazing it is upgraded a little bit different cam and heads were re done the motor is about 250lbs lighter then a 454 not to sure on what kind of horsepower it is putting out but it makes the boat jump on plane. I will post some more pics as I build out the interior.

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That’s what I’ve read about an LS in a jet boat, that the weight makes a big difference. Glad to hear it’s working well.
What did you use for exhaust manifolds?
Other than mounts and exhaust, what else goes into putting an LS in a boat?

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« **Reply #43 on:** January 21, 2021, 03:35:02 PM »

Quote from: TrollerDave on January 20, 2021, 07:25:09 PM

That’s what I’ve read about an LS in a jet boat, that the weight makes a big difference. Glad to hear it’s working well.
What did you use for exhaust manifolds?
Other than mounts and exhaust, what else goes into putting an LS in a boat?

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Marine power center rise exhaust. You have to change the location of the coils, and i went to running a holley intake with an eldelbrock carb also the alternator needs to be moved and oil pan changed. I am still running the 3 point mount that was on the 454 they make a adapter plate for the engine mount and the bell housing bolts right up. The interior is next need to make a new engine cover due to the center rise exhaust.

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« **Reply #44 on:** January 21, 2021, 09:40:05 PM »

Quote from: Bradbear12 on January 21, 2021, 03:35:02 PM

Marine power center rise exhaust. You have to change the location of the coils, and i went to running a holley intake with an eldelbrock carb also the alternator needs to be moved and oil pan changed. I am still running the 3 point mount that was on the 454 they make a adapter plate for the engine mount and the bell housing bolts right up. The interior is next need to make a new engine cover due to the center rise exhaust.

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Very cool. Thanks for the info.

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« **Reply #45 on:** January 22, 2021, 03:42:31 AM »

Awesome! I love it. I have 2 buddies here that did it as well. One is up and running and the other is building a twin turbo and he looks to be getting somewhat close. They are definitely neat. Cant wait to see that beautiful bahner done

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« **Reply #46 on:** January 22, 2021, 07:49:23 AM »

I'm impressed by the LS! The extra power and reduced weight made the boat feel much lighter in the water. The shakedown run was a success. Not a single leak or hiccup.

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