Savage gets a little update / upgrade
10-26-2013, 04:48 PM
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I'll be looking for that upgrade tread!This project, like any, has already scene a couple curve balls. Heads were cracked. 2-seats were sh**. One gimble bearing starting to go to pot. New aluminum anodized heads are on order. Hopefully, your project goes predictable.
10-27-2013, 01:35 AM
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11-03-2013, 08:47 PM
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Project is moving along fairly well.
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Bilge Cleaned up nice.
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For the interesting discovery, WTF is this firing order??? Just starting dismantling #2 when I notice this????
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After researching all the head options I decided to stay with the cast Vortec. Turns out must of the aluminum heads are designed for a cube increase or actually flow less vs. the cast Vortec. Also, corrosion protection would be a must since I like to bring this down to Fl. So, installed Manley Race series valves, ported and milled the heads. FYI, the Bee Hive Comp Springs STILL require machining the head. The outside of the spring rubs on the casting.
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One done one to go.
After removing the Stainless Marine Exhaust i discovered the bridge between to two inner ports was starting to fail from a bad gasket. Surprisingly I was able to tig this since it's cast aluminum.
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Bilge Cleaned up nice.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]511772[/ATTACH]
For the interesting discovery, WTF is this firing order??? Just starting dismantling #2 when I notice this????
[ATTACH=CONFIG]511773[/ATTACH]
After researching all the head options I decided to stay with the cast Vortec. Turns out must of the aluminum heads are designed for a cube increase or actually flow less vs. the cast Vortec. Also, corrosion protection would be a must since I like to bring this down to Fl. So, installed Manley Race series valves, ported and milled the heads. FYI, the Bee Hive Comp Springs STILL require machining the head. The outside of the spring rubs on the casting.
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One done one to go.
After removing the Stainless Marine Exhaust i discovered the bridge between to two inner ports was starting to fail from a bad gasket. Surprisingly I was able to tig this since it's cast aluminum.
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11-17-2013, 04:09 PM
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On Wednesday, I noticed Friday's forecast was for 52 and sunny with SW 10 mph or less wind. So, I pushed my body to it's limits to get-ur-done. After a brief fire up in the driveway to set timing and headed for Lake Michigan. Unfortunately, I hit the boat ramp at 4:15 pm. Knowing I had maybe an hour of light and temperatures on the way down from the delightful November 52*f , I knew I had to move quickly. Looking around I see fisherman coming in and an older couple (being nice we'll call them special) trying to load a very old cruiser onto a roller trailer screaming at each other. Since I was alone, I scanned for a confident volunteer which came from a slow moving fisherman (probably cold from being on the water for the day) accepted my plea.
With my body flowing with adrenaline and anticipation I turn the keys. They fire right up and idle beautifully. Looking down at the gauges, I see the Air / fuel gauges are within a tenth of where they were with the stock cams and heads. Now for the checks, Oil pressure yep, impeller pressure yep, Goes in forward and reverse yep. All looks good so far. But then I notice, the much loader exhaust then before, lumpy idle from the 10.8 A/F cold start map had sent the older couple right next to me through the roof. They continued yelling at each other, then the "when the hell are you going to pull away question" came. Normally, since the question came with such distain I would have slowed my pace but my need to get this on plane to break in the chromoly rings was paramount. So I untie and pull off.
Once in the harbor, I slowly move the sticks. First impression, nice torque and the exhaust sound is definitely louder. Hopefully this doesn't cause noise complaints from the local patrol at some point. Now after making my way halfway across the harbor I see the port engine temp dart for 200*. Shut er down. Pull the thermostat. Restart, all good now but running just warm enough. Gradually, bring her back to 3K for a little while. Stopped, felt port engine to see if any heat was being made to compensate for the Lake Michigan's 50* surface water temp. Pleased to feel warm water from the water pump hose. Though not enough for the computer to start pulling fuel. After, about 40 minutes plus of actually running in the rings. I decide to put her on the trailer till next year. Now 6pm. Pitch black harbor, not another boat on the water. I know I'm loading her myself. Thankfully, the wind Gods gave me a break.
After all the late nights. dismantling, cleaning, planning, sand blasting, in the paint booth, prepping, blueprinting, assembling and installing. I'm happy the way this turned out. A lot of stars had to align to do this single handily in a month and a half. Now though, time for a well deserved break.
Can't wait for summer!
With my body flowing with adrenaline and anticipation I turn the keys. They fire right up and idle beautifully. Looking down at the gauges, I see the Air / fuel gauges are within a tenth of where they were with the stock cams and heads. Now for the checks, Oil pressure yep, impeller pressure yep, Goes in forward and reverse yep. All looks good so far. But then I notice, the much loader exhaust then before, lumpy idle from the 10.8 A/F cold start map had sent the older couple right next to me through the roof. They continued yelling at each other, then the "when the hell are you going to pull away question" came. Normally, since the question came with such distain I would have slowed my pace but my need to get this on plane to break in the chromoly rings was paramount. So I untie and pull off.
Once in the harbor, I slowly move the sticks. First impression, nice torque and the exhaust sound is definitely louder. Hopefully this doesn't cause noise complaints from the local patrol at some point. Now after making my way halfway across the harbor I see the port engine temp dart for 200*. Shut er down. Pull the thermostat. Restart, all good now but running just warm enough. Gradually, bring her back to 3K for a little while. Stopped, felt port engine to see if any heat was being made to compensate for the Lake Michigan's 50* surface water temp. Pleased to feel warm water from the water pump hose. Though not enough for the computer to start pulling fuel. After, about 40 minutes plus of actually running in the rings. I decide to put her on the trailer till next year. Now 6pm. Pitch black harbor, not another boat on the water. I know I'm loading her myself. Thankfully, the wind Gods gave me a break.
After all the late nights. dismantling, cleaning, planning, sand blasting, in the paint booth, prepping, blueprinting, assembling and installing. I'm happy the way this turned out. A lot of stars had to align to do this single handily in a month and a half. Now though, time for a well deserved break.
Can't wait for summer!
11-17-2013, 04:39 PM
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Congratulations!, , Sounds like the project was worth it. Record time also. very nice!! Enjoy.
11-17-2013, 09:20 PM
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Andy, now that you've got it down, it would be twice as fast if you took on my boat! When was the last time you visited the beautiful Pacific Northwest for a week or two?
Good luck next spring!
Paul
Good luck next spring!
Paul
