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Forum: Engines

10-01-2018, 04:21 PM

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1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

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Posted By boisebiker

With the change to the prop, 17", we are seeing...

With the change to the prop, 17", we are seeing 2800-3000 rpm at the desired 18-20mph. And yes it is right in the range of transition onto plane. It was windy the last time we went out and the...

Forum: Engines

09-28-2018, 10:00 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Boat originally had a 3-blade 19" pitch prop on...

Boat originally had a 3-blade 19" pitch prop on it. Top speed was decent, pulled a tube well but took its time getting me out of the water on skis. So we tested a 17" 3-blade, much better getting...

Forum: Engines

08-01-2018, 07:47 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

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Picture of old non-vortec engine.

Forum: Engines

08-01-2018, 07:42 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Oil Leaks

Early in operating the boat we found that we were leaking oil into the bilge. It seemed small at first but soon became a significant issue. What a mess. While at scout camp we realized it was not...

Forum: Engines

08-01-2018, 07:31 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Water leaks

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When we first put the boat on the water we found a few leaks, mostly exhaust bellows clamps not tight. After initial sea...

Forum: Engines

08-01-2018, 07:23 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Here is an update. We have had the boat on the...

Here is an update. We have had the boat on the water almost every day for the past week and a half. I have discovered new issues, fixed old issues and even caused a few. Just to catch up, the...

Forum: Engines

06-28-2018, 03:19 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

It really isn't possible to reverse the hoses. ...

It really isn't possible to reverse the hoses. Pressure hose has a threaded fitting on pump whereas the return line just pushes onto a nipple. On the actuator end the pressure line and return line...

Forum: Engines

06-28-2018, 03:17 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

We had run the engine with garden hose before we...

We had run the engine with garden hose before we took it to the lake and there was no noise. And there were no water leaks either but it is a different ball game when sitting full depth in water and...

Forum: Engines

06-27-2018, 10:40 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Will look into the steering cable. Maybe you...

Will look into the steering cable. Maybe you could call it a moan but definitely not normal.

Forum: Engines

06-27-2018, 05:03 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Well first sea trial didn't go so well. First I...

Well first sea trial didn't go so well. First I remembered I didn't have enough power steering fluid so quick stop at Walmart. Got the boat in the water and first key turn gave a click and then...

Forum: Engines

06-24-2018, 06:02 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Power steering hoses and cooler moved over...

Power steering hoses and cooler moved over without any issue. I was worried about the fitting at the pump but turned out a non issue.
The engine mounts on the maxim were taller and some kind of...

Forum: Engines

06-22-2018, 06:18 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

Not ready to post pics yet but hope to in...

Not ready to post pics yet but hope to in subsequent posts. Motors are almost ready to swap. Issues that I have found so far are:
1. Power steering hoses, they use different connectors at the...

Forum: Engines

06-19-2018, 05:11 PM

Replies: 23

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

Views: 3,655

Posted By boisebiker

1992 4.3 to 1999 4.3 swap

I have begun the swap process to put a 1999 Vortec 4.3 block into a 1992 Maxum 1800 SR. I picked up the Maxum with a cracked block and I own a 1999 Stingray with a good motor but no interior. I...

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