Project Twin
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Re: Project Twin
Well, I'm both happy and sad for you.
Sounds as if you still have a couple of major hurdles (although none insurmountable).
Buying and selling a lower will be a pain. I assume you verified that you are actually getting full throttle on that motor?
Props are doable, but not cheap.
The oil alarm? Is this pressure or oil tank level? This is the one that would scare me until it is sorted out.
Keep at 'er bro. As Charlie Sheen would put it..."Winning!"
Sounds as if you still have a couple of major hurdles (although none insurmountable).
Buying and selling a lower will be a pain. I assume you verified that you are actually getting full throttle on that motor?
Props are doable, but not cheap.
The oil alarm? Is this pressure or oil tank level? This is the one that would scare me until it is sorted out.
Keep at 'er bro. As Charlie Sheen would put it..."Winning!"
ToddBob
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
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Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
Re: Project Twin
Of course I didn't check yet, that would be too easy!
Actually, I do need to check the throttle because the port motor feels like I may have a cable in a bind slightly, but because the RPM variation is at all RPMs I automatically assumed a variance in ratios. Honestly I have no knowledge of what was available (obviously) and how much of a difference in RPMs one might make over another. Heck, I don't even know how to tell what I have
As far as the oil issue, I see no sensor on the tank so I'm guessing it's a pressure warning. My buddies motor did the same thing after sitting in storage for a year, so I'm hoping for the best. Don't start making me worry about it, I have enough on my mind already!!!
Had 2 separate locals drooling over it when we were loading / unloading and I mentioned it was for sale. I did give them both my number and I'm not holding my breath, but honestly I do need to decide where I'm going with this. I have a few things going on in life right now telling me it's been a fun project but it's time for some one else to take it to the next level. But at the same time I hate to NOT see it through to the end, and see it in all it's glory. Life is keeping me pretty busy for then next 2 weeks again, so I guess I have some time to think it over...
Actually, I do need to check the throttle because the port motor feels like I may have a cable in a bind slightly, but because the RPM variation is at all RPMs I automatically assumed a variance in ratios. Honestly I have no knowledge of what was available (obviously) and how much of a difference in RPMs one might make over another. Heck, I don't even know how to tell what I have
As far as the oil issue, I see no sensor on the tank so I'm guessing it's a pressure warning. My buddies motor did the same thing after sitting in storage for a year, so I'm hoping for the best. Don't start making me worry about it, I have enough on my mind already!!!
Had 2 separate locals drooling over it when we were loading / unloading and I mentioned it was for sale. I did give them both my number and I'm not holding my breath, but honestly I do need to decide where I'm going with this. I have a few things going on in life right now telling me it's been a fun project but it's time for some one else to take it to the next level. But at the same time I hate to NOT see it through to the end, and see it in all it's glory. Life is keeping me pretty busy for then next 2 weeks again, so I guess I have some time to think it over...
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
to determine gear ratio is fairly simple, set timing mark to zero (tdc). match mark lower unit and prop. put motor in gear (with key off) turn flywheel one full revolution, while someone is counting turns of prop. may not be exact but you will know if both are the same ratio or not.
if it ain't broke-it ain't ours
94 smokercraft 20ft 90hp johnson
fish and cruise
I am not ADULT SUPERVISION !
94 smokercraft 20ft 90hp johnson
fish and cruise
I am not ADULT SUPERVISION !
Re: Project Twin
Looks great Ty! Are those exterior lights by the side gate? looks nice!
At least the motors are running for ya
At least the motors are running for ya
Ferg's Tritoon Build
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Re: Project Twin
Rascal wrote:You do good work.......
Rascal
You can say that again!
1995 beachcomber conversion to tritoon with Honda 135 ,
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God Bless America
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God Bless America
Re: Project Twin
Thank you
Ferg...yes they are. The 900 series South Bays had those 3 clear LEDs mounted in the rails for a few years. It looks pretty neat at night.
Ferg...yes they are. The 900 series South Bays had those 3 clear LEDs mounted in the rails for a few years. It looks pretty neat at night.
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
Sorry dude. Didn't mean to give you a case of the 'noids'. It's only that I wouldn't want to see you turn a $50 dollar repair into a $5000 replacement. Just sayin'...you can work on your speed record later.ToonGuy wrote:As far as the oil issue, I see no sensor on the tank so I'm guessing it's a pressure warning. My buddies motor did the same thing after sitting in storage for a year, so I'm hoping for the best. Don't start making me worry about it, I have enough on my mind already!!!
BTW, I have those LEDs in my rails too. I never did hook them up. I still need to figure out how to turn a SeaRay logo into SeaBay
ToddBob
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
Re: Project Twin
Todd...I might be crazy but I'm NOT crazy enough to run a motor with a buzzer going off
I killed it immediately, and I'll take a look at it (as soon as life lets me) with some help from a friend of a friend who's got a mobile marine mechanic service
I killed it immediately, and I'll take a look at it (as soon as life lets me) with some help from a friend of a friend who's got a mobile marine mechanic service
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
Copy that Captain. Apologies if I offendedToonGuy wrote:Todd...I might be crazy but I'm NOT crazy enough to run a motor with a buzzer going off
I killed it immediately, and I'll take a look at it (as soon as life lets me) with some help from a friend of a friend who's got a mobile marine mechanic service
ToddBob
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
Re: Project Twin
Looks like my lowers are definitely different ratios...I posted in the general section about it. Any help is appreciated
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
Ugh. I was so certain my problem was with swapping the one gear box I did not do a good enough job inspecting them. Last night I had my wife watch the props while I spun the motors and I was WRONG...the ratios are the same. Preliminary visuals indicate the throttles are opening in sync (looking at side plates - need time to pull the fronts off) which leads me to believe 1 of 2 things:
Either one of my tachs is not reading correctly (I do have a few other gauge gremlins).
I have an ignition based problem and port motor is not hitting on all cylinders.
Either way I despise electrical problems. I've ordered a service manual, the first thing I need to do is figure out my low oil warning so I can get this ting in the water again and to more testing. Looks like this could be a long bumpy road...
Either one of my tachs is not reading correctly (I do have a few other gauge gremlins).
I have an ignition based problem and port motor is not hitting on all cylinders.
Either way I despise electrical problems. I've ordered a service manual, the first thing I need to do is figure out my low oil warning so I can get this ting in the water again and to more testing. Looks like this could be a long bumpy road...
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
That could actually be good news. At least you don't have to pull your motor apart etc...
Assuming your oil alarm is pressure, just switch your sensors if you can get at them.
Same with your tachs. Try switching the 'sensing' wires at the dash.
That is one huge advantage you have for troubleshooting-two of everything! KEEP AT IT.
Assuming your oil alarm is pressure, just switch your sensors if you can get at them.
Same with your tachs. Try switching the 'sensing' wires at the dash.
That is one huge advantage you have for troubleshooting-two of everything! KEEP AT IT.
ToddBob
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
'Al the Mirthmaker' (The Third)
Build-- viewtopic.php?f=16&t=14007
Rainy Lake/Voyageurs National Park
International Falls, MN
Re: Project Twin
Yea, that's the plan. Need to get the manual so I can hopefully figure out WTH is what. Then the trouble shooting begins...
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Project Twin
Ya know Todd...since you can't get on the water any way maybe you should come on down and trouble shoot this thing for me
After all...I do have anther toon in the water ready to go at a moments notice
After all...I do have anther toon in the water ready to go at a moments notice
Just one boat...after another, after another