Tony S

First, I want to say Thank You to everyone who posted replies to my questions about Formula Boats. We finally are Formula owners! We recently purchased a 1987 242ls, 7.4 liter V8. The boat has been well cared for and we are now enjoying rides on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH.
Just a couple of questions...Where is the water tank located? The boat has a six gallon tank and we can't locate the tank.
Does anyone have the V-belt numbers for the V-Belts?
Again, thanks to all the people who replied!
Tony S

GLENAMY 242SS

iTrader: (1)

The water tank is under the cushions in the forward cabin, it is a plastic jug with a hose coming from the top.. Being a 1987 I believe you have the Alpha drive so your belts may be different from many (with Bravo drives).
Try reaching out to MASI242LS here on the forum, he has the 7.4/Alpha setup and I bet he knows the belt numbers.
Welcome to formula and congratulations on the acquisition

AllDodge

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If your motor serial number is within range, the ALT belt (item 25) is 47 inches
https://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/.../31743/978/190

Power steering belt (item 9) shows 50 or 55 inches depending on size of pulley's
https://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/.../31743/978/280

Should be able to measure to figure it out

ph1971

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Smoke eater

Alwhite00

Redneckcustoms13

I have to warn you. There are a few of us that may or may not be normal. But welcome to the 242 group.

ph1971

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GLENAMY 242SS

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Exactly, no fun it dwelling on the normal.

masi242

Welcome Winni is a great lake congrats on your 242 great boat for the lake this is from Paugas bay couple years ago.