SoCal Jet Boats
Tech Talk => Projects => Topic started by: howell4547 on July 20, 2014, 04:54:48 PM
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Any ideas on motor and interior?
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bbc, 2 buckets and a bench. put full stringers and a bulkhead in it while you have the chance.
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Sorry have no idea what full stringers and a bulk head is.
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No a-fence but if you don't know what those are then you might not want to buy a builder
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I remember when English was a required subject in school....
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I remember when there wasn't iphone spell correct either
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Me too.....
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Well thought this was a place one would find information and apparently I was wrong. Been around boats my whole life and never a jet boat and for $150 thought it was a steel.
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Well thought this was a place one would find information and apparently I was wrong. Been around boats my whole life and never a jet boat and for $150 thought it was a steel.
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there is some helpful people on here. But then again there's some that's not that helpful lol. It's a good looking boat for 150$. Post up some more pics.
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Don't be like that, it looks like a great boat and a great price. Just it can be a lot of work and a lot of headaches even if you know boats
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Well thought this was a place one would find information and apparently I was wrong. Been around boats my whole life and never a jet boat and for $150 thought it was a steel.
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There is a lot of info on this site if you search through old posts :)
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I know it will be a lot of work and time even money but up for task. Have been through a lot of old posts and saw some bucket seat/ bench on sides and liked those. I know motor will be the biggest expense.
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Where are you located? There's a few motors available in my area
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What kind of motor you plan on getting? If you search on Craigslist sometimes there's some good deals on seats and motors.
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Did the boat come with anything?
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I know it will be a lot of work and time even money but up for task. Have been through a lot of old posts and saw some bucket seat/ bench on sides and liked those. I know motor will be the biggest expense.
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having done the cocktail seats in my last boat, thats why i suggested with the buckets and bench seat. first of all, my passengers *NEVER* felt safe in cocktail seats...
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The boat is completely gutted and it has a berkeley jet drive not sure witch model it is. The hull is intact and so is the trailer. I was thinking of putting a 350 in it since they are so common but been seeing a lot of 454 on some blogs.
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I can see why passengers would not like the cocktail seat. A bench seat would feel much safer.
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Live in southern utah. I have two kids so safety is priority
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So you don't know what was in it before?
If you can take some pics of the inside
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I will. Am picking it up this weekend.
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Some I have and sorry they are a little blurry
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The pump alone is worth it but I'd pull it and remove the intake to an take the rest to the dump... Keep looking for another better full stringer for a bit more with interior.
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All of these boats are nearing 40+ years old. Finding a hull that doesn't need any rebuilding is nearly impossible. It has a good start on a pump (might need rebuilding). The first thing I would look at is the bottom, checking for a hook/rocker. Remember, these boats have had a big block sitting in them for nearly 40 years. Nothing like a 600+ lb. paperweight to push the bottom out of shape.
If the hook/rocker minimal, repair the floor, find/build a power plant for it, and find a deal on the interior. Nothing wrong with a 1/4 stringer boat, as long as its solid. Starting with a bare hull, at least you know what you've done to it, not paying top dollar for a float that lasts a weekend and THEN needs a motor, steering is tight, seats are loose, etc.
I'm on my 5th boat now, and only my first one had a running BBC (10/99). It lasted about 6 months, and lost a piston and block. I've built my own motors and pumps since then. Boats are built, not bought.
As far as power plants- I'd go with an LS first, then SBC, BBC, and BBF last (only because I have SBC/BBC parts) all depends on your wallet, and goals.
thats all I got...
Dan'l
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Guy said it would fit any sbc but would need inversion adapter plates.
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Got it home and in the garage and ready to start working on it. The pump feels and looks fine. Would the saying ( if it not broke don't fix it) apply with a jet pump??
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Could someone tell me what model tahiti this would be??
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Got it home and in the garage and ready to start working on it. The pump feels and looks fine. Would the saying ( if it not broke don't fix it) apply with a jet pump??
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Not really, Heres why...Berk calls for .012" wear ring to impeller clearance, the last one I puled apart was at .120" ( a fawkin sh!tload of wear/clearance, and the pump would cavitate. A tight pump is more efficient horsepower. The thrust bearing is how old?, Replace it. Freshen the pump, and put the power plant of your choice in front of it. inspect/detail the impeller while its apart.
I learned the hard way...
Dan'l
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Would the saying ( if it not broke don't fix it) apply with a jet pump??
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apply the old saying "assume everything is in the worst possible condition..." take it apart and check all the tolerances.
would you really want to put a bunch of work into a boat only to get to the lake and realize the pump needs a complete overhaul?
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Could someone tell me what model tahiti this would be??
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tahiti 16 low profile
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I have a chance to get my hands on a smoking deal for a Ford 460 all marine parts included. Guy pulled out a boat and had a little water in oil but would this work in my boat if rebuilt? Let me know what you think.
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I have a chance to get my hands on a smoking deal for a Ford 460 all marine parts included. Guy pulled out a boat and had a little water in oil but would this work in my boat if rebuilt? Let me know what you think.
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i have a ford 460 in my daycruiser and it runs just fine.
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i have a ford 460 in my daycruiser and it runs just fine.
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Would it be fine in a 16'
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Would it be fine in a 16'
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i think it would be fine. I've seen big blocks in the smaller hulls.
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i think it would be fine. I've seen big blocks in the smaller hulls.
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Sweet
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Got most of the floor out tonight and should be able to finish the transom soon.
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I have a 74 Tahiti with berk punp reinforced bow and new floor. Needs paint. Motor but has a trailer want to sale . If somebody wants it make me a offer . Currently registered boat and trailer. It has all original gauges and has gas peddle.
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I have a 74 Tahiti with berk punp reinforced bow and new floor. Needs paint. Motor but has a trailer want to sale . If somebody wants it make me a offer . Currently registered boat and trailer. It has all original gauges and has gas peddle.
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Any pictures?
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Best wood for stringers? ??
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Best wood for stringers? ??
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For what you're doing.....kiln dried dig fir.
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What is the best way to replace stringers? On or off the trailer and what kind of stand if off trailer?
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