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Forum: Sport Cruisers 02-04-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 926
Posted By SRPATTON
2400 SCR Fridge Replacement

Just curious what model you ended up with. I used a sawzall to get mine out. Does make a nice storage compartment.
Forum: Engines 04-07-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,780
Posted By SRPATTON
I had the same issues. I ended up buying a...

I had the same issues. I ended up buying a rebuilt carb from Guaranteed Carbs around $300 exchange. It runs perfect now, I only had to adjust the choke. There are some tiny ball valves I could not...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-16-2021, 11:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By SRPATTON
Great job! Picked up my new tank yesterday and...

Great job! Picked up my new tank yesterday and I'll be running again in a couple of days.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-11-2021, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By SRPATTON
2003 2400 SCR Fuel tank replacement update

I was able to snake the fuel tank out between the bulkhead and engine by lifting, sliding, more lifting and finally it was standing up.


I had to remove the outdrive gear lube resevoir, remove...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-11-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By SRPATTON
2003 2400 SCR Fuel tank replacement update

My 70 gallon fuel tank was too large to fit through the aft cabin window so I ended up cutting out the cabin floor in a 40" x 46" cut. Removed the bulkhead in front of the engine. There were a lot of...
Forum: Engines 03-10-2021, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,214
Posted By SRPATTON
3.0 Long Block

https://spprecision.com/products/gm-30-long-block-marine-engine-sale.html


No Core required on this one @ $2500 + tax + shipping
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-10-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By SRPATTON
Fuel Tank Replacement 2003 2400 SCR

I have figured that Maxum set the fuel tank on saw horses :mad:and built the boat around it. My tank started leaking after 18 years. Probably a combination of ethanol fuel and condensation after...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 06-28-2014, 12:21 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,908
Posted By SRPATTON
It would be real easy to sink 5 grand into it so...

It would be real easy to sink 5 grand into it so take baby steps. Take it to a good mechanic for an evaluation if you are uncomfortable performing mmwjr's advice.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 06-28-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,223
Posted By SRPATTON
2003 SCR 2400 My factory thru hull transducer is...

2003 SCR 2400 My factory thru hull transducer is mounted forward of the engine almost to the gas tank. Only works in smooth water or idle. I had a Grady White WAC previously and epoxied (after...
Forum: Projects and Customisations 01-11-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,558
Posted By SRPATTON
I bought the same one for the same boat. I added...

I bought the same one for the same boat. I added tape to the nut and jammed the nut into a ratcheting combination wrench. I "glued" the flat washer to the nut using 3M weatherstrip adhesive. It took...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 01-06-2014, 08:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,464
Posted By SRPATTON
That's exactly what I have. I put 8 people in it,...

That's exactly what I have. I put 8 people in it, it's no race horse but planes fairly quick. Tops out at 35 mph @ 4000 rpm. I'm a little over propoed with a !4.5X17.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-03-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,510
Posted By SRPATTON
Hmmmmm, lets see, cold front came into today,...

Hmmmmm, lets see, cold front came into today, high will only get to 79 degrees with 5kt from the north. We boat year round, I put up the windshield screen and forward side curtains yesterday. I put...
Forum: Engines 10-23-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,420
Posted By SRPATTON
Its a little over propped, but planes and runs...

Its a little over propped, but planes and runs good with 6 people + gear+beer. I have a personal aversion to running over 4000 RPM. I have a 15X15 backup.
Forum: Sport Boats 10-14-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,730
Posted By SRPATTON
Outdura is a popular canvas material.

Outdura is a popular canvas material.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 10-14-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,304
Posted By SRPATTON
My 2003 2400 SCR real time numbers. 305 carb w/...

My 2003 2400 SCR real time numbers. 305 carb w/ alpha, 14.5 X 17 prop. 2094 gps miles, 993 gallons of fuel, 182 hours; equates to 2.11 mpg and a burn rate of 5.5 gph. This is a composite average as...
Forum: Engines 10-14-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,420
Posted By SRPATTON
I run a 14 1/2 X 17 s/s prop on mine. Cruises at...

I run a 14 1/2 X 17 s/s prop on mine. Cruises at 25 mph @ 3400 and tops 35 mph at 4000.
Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-24-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,031
Posted By SRPATTON
Plus I could use my wife as ballast, but she...

Plus I could use my wife as ballast, but she doesn't like the title!
Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-24-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,031
Posted By SRPATTON
My 2003 2400 SE lists 2" to starboard. The design...

My 2003 2400 SE lists 2" to starboard. The design of my layout with the seats, console, head, refrig, and A/C on the starboard side are the culprit. The dumb *.* designers designed the deck drains on...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-24-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,981
Posted By SRPATTON
The primary purpose of the skeg is to protect the...

The primary purpose of the skeg is to protect the prop and propshaft during a hard grounding. Aluminum fusion will always be a weak point.
Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-21-2013, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,317
Posted By SRPATTON
The cables have the length inscribed about every...

The cables have the length inscribed about every 2 feet in the sheath. Sometimes you can get lucky and find it.
Forum: Engines 09-01-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,608
Posted By SRPATTON
Was the carb rebuilt before or after winterizing?...

Was the carb rebuilt before or after winterizing? If it was before then I would open it back up and check it out. Make sure the spark arrestor is clean. The Mercruiser Manual also suggests check for...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-18-2013, 01:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,062
Posted By SRPATTON
Replacing rotten wood in boat upholstery kept my...

Replacing rotten wood in boat upholstery kept my wife in business for 30 years. I did the R/R, made new panels, and she recovered. Many times we were able to reuse the vinyl. I started using a light...
Forum: The Dock Walk 08-04-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,194
Posted By SRPATTON
I was at the Miami boat show several years ago...

I was at the Miami boat show several years ago where some guy was hawking a waterproof phone bag for $15. I use a sandwich bag for my wallet, cellphone and car keys. I've taken several accidental...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-04-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,268
Posted By SRPATTON
My recommendation is get a quote from a local...

My recommendation is get a quote from a local shop also. You cannot guarantee that your biminis haven't shrunk over time. My wife has had a boat upholstery business for over 30 years. We pulled mine...
Forum: Electronics 07-26-2013, 03:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,354
Posted By SRPATTON
I put a momentary push button and relay on the...

I put a momentary push button and relay on the alarm circuit on my 23 foot Drummond w/ diesel to kill the alarm while the glow plugs were heating, about 7 seconds, once the engine fired and the oil...
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