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Old 02-07-2007 | 10:15 AM
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That would be to Bravos, which would entail moving the engine up or down, and back, more than likely the change of center of gravity would make a porpoising machine.

Yep. Some think bravos are the answer because they are newer, but some boats just run better with trs. Like a Cig cafe, they ride and land so much better with trs. I may have to pass on this boat, as much as I like it, I dont want to get into custom rigging, mounts, reglassing transoms, etc. But thanks for the help!
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Old 02-07-2007 | 10:17 AM
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Since you've already got a down angle, full power reverse tranny (twin disc 502?), a better choice might be a pair of inline ASD6s. Used ones can be found at good prices and parts for the ASDs are MUCH easier to find than Kaamas. That conversion would be cheaper and more reliable than TRS or bravo conversion.
BTW, what kind of boat?
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Old 02-07-2007 | 10:54 AM
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Since you've already got a down angle, full power reverse tranny (twin disc 502?), a better choice might be a pair of inline ASD6s. Used ones can be found at good prices and parts for the ASDs are MUCH easier to find than Kaamas. That conversion would be cheaper and more reliable than TRS or bravo conversion.
BTW, what kind of boat?
There is a set in the classifieds I think.
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Old 02-07-2007 | 11:27 AM
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Is it possible to convert a boat that came with Kaama Drives to a TRS setup? How much of a hassle would it be?? Thanks, M.T.
Their is a Cougar cat for sale on OSO add's,, it look's like my old Active cat that had Kaama's on it, if you look at the pic's it showe's some interesting plates they made for some sort of conversion was done, dont no how safe this would be? I had the same thought's about the drive's but they never failed!
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Old 02-07-2007 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by rdoactive
Since you've already got a down angle, full power reverse tranny (twin disc 502?),
You can change the rotation of a Twin Disc 502 by just turning over one lever.
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Old 06-18-2007 | 08:15 PM
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HAVE ANY EXTRA KAAMA DRIVE PARTS FOR SALE?? I NEED.. THANKS
Originally Posted by MILD THUNDER
Is it possible to convert a boat that came with Kaama Drives to a TRS setup? How much of a hassle would it be?? Thanks, M.T.
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Old 06-19-2007 | 06:01 AM
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Originally Posted by rdoactive
parts for the ASDs are MUCH easier to find than Kaamas. ?
How do you figure that? All the gears, bearings, bushings, etc are available over the counter. The only thing that's hard to find is the boot, and the case.
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Old 06-19-2007 | 07:45 AM
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Wow, old post.
But you are correct. I was referring to the boots. And for the less "experienced" boater, it's easier to call Arneson than it is to search for a Kamma part.
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Old 06-19-2007 | 10:56 AM
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How do you figure that? All the gears, bearings, bushings, etc are available over the counter. The only thing that's hard to find is the boot, and the case.
Uhhhh, probably because the Arneson is still in production.
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Old 06-19-2007 | 06:36 PM
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Uhhhh, probably because the Arneson is still in production.

Smart -ss reply = everyone wanting to buy your product.
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