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Forum: Engines 04-29-2020, 06:47 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
Should have all the power you need for a cruiser.

Should have all the power you need for a cruiser.
Forum: Engines 04-28-2020, 11:03 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
My 1997’s original engine was not a Vortec. Hope...

My 1997’s original engine was not a Vortec. Hope yours is.
Forum: Engines 04-28-2020, 04:36 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
The pre Vortec has 12 bolts on the intake while...

The pre Vortec has 12 bolts on the intake while the Vortec only has 8 bolts. Can you post a close up of the engine with the cowl removed?
Forum: Engines 04-27-2020, 11:04 PM
Replies: 83
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Posted By mmwjr
The original 5.7 that came with the boat was...

The original 5.7 that came with the boat was rated at 260 HP and was ok but the new engine was a brand new Vortec long block rated at 300 HP + and is a big improvement. Are you sure the engine is a...
Forum: Engines 07-06-2016, 12:19 PM
Replies: 83
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Posted By mmwjr
Oh yes I do recall Steve doing that. Yes epoxy is...

Oh yes I do recall Steve doing that. Yes epoxy is our friend.
Forum: Engines 07-05-2016, 10:58 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Hey Larry, hey Moe, hey Currely! You...

Hey Larry, hey Moe, hey Currely! You knuckleheads. :lol:
Forum: Engines 07-04-2016, 08:09 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
Yes I am and trust me many more faults. ...

Yes I am and trust me many more faults.

Rating but I had her set in the water for a few hours, dry bilge. :o

Now time for some boating.
Forum: Engines 07-04-2016, 03:27 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Spent hours looking into the water leak. ...

Spent hours looking into the water leak.

First but her in a work rack to drain the bilge and ran her on the muffs, no sign of water in the bilge.

Then had her put into the water and let her sit...
Forum: Engines 07-04-2016, 03:20 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
No such thing as cheating if it make the job...

No such thing as cheating if it make the job easier.

Calling for rain so no boating.
Forum: Engines 07-03-2016, 01:40 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Used a boat forklift at the marina to pull and...

Used a boat forklift at the marina to pull and install the engine.
Forum: Engines 07-03-2016, 01:39 PM
Replies: 83
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Posted By mmwjr
Engine ran great! The boat jumped on plane faster...

Engine ran great! The boat jumped on plane faster than it ever did, not sure if this is due to the carb rebuild or the higher HP of the Vortec I used probably both. The carb rebuild sure makes...
Forum: Engines 07-02-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
The hose has been replaced and I spent yesterday...

The hose has been replaced and I spent yesterday cleaning her as strong storms were predicated for the day. Only had 30 minutes of rain all day.


Good weather for today so I'm taking her out.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 09:59 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Yea that's easier to do now that my wallet is...

Yea that's easier to do now that my wallet is thinner.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 09:58 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Thanks buddy, I haven't seen any pictures from...

Thanks buddy, I haven't seen any pictures from you lately.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
It would look better if I was eating some lobster...

It would look better if I was eating some lobster on deck. :cool:
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 09:56 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Rick hope you're well soon. Let me know if you...

Rick hope you're well soon. Let me know if you need a hand.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 09:54 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
I was hoping to be on the water this past weekend...

I was hoping to be on the water this past weekend but with needing to replace the hose it should be good to go this Friday.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
The new engine is installed. 4705 And...

The new engine is installed.

4705

And all hooked up and running other than a hose leaking. Need to order the one coming off the circulating pump.

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Forum: Engines 06-24-2016, 12:08 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
I doubt it, Knocks like main bearing, play in...

I doubt it, Knocks like main bearing, play in crank like main bearing, must be mains.

When I bought it in 2008 it only had 163 hours so I am thinking the PO did not change the oil every year and...
Forum: Engines 06-23-2016, 08:25 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Here's what is left of the old engine. 4692...

Here's what is left of the old engine.

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Here's the new engine about ready to install.

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Forum: Engines 06-21-2016, 04:30 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Paint is Interlux Bilge Coat Staying with...

Paint is Interlux Bilge Coat

Staying with the Weber but rebuilt it.
Forum: Engines 06-15-2016, 01:24 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Another smarty. Go ahead and torment me.

Another smarty. Go ahead and torment me.
Forum: Engines 06-14-2016, 05:17 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Smarty :twitch: Well if the fresh water...

Smarty :twitch:

Well if the fresh water tank has been full for a few days during the summer then it's a warm water heater. :eyebrows:
Forum: Engines 06-13-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Decided to paint the bilge, here is a shot after...

Decided to paint the bilge, here is a shot after the first coat.

4647

After painting I installed a new hot water heater.

4648

Installing new thru hulls as well
Forum: Engines 06-08-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,804
Posted By mmwjr
Here's what it look like when I bought it in...

Here's what it look like when I bought it in 2008.

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New engine should back in next week if I finish cleaning up some issues such as a new hot water heater, ...
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