Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

I am thinking about making the change on my boat. Has anyone done this? I have seen them on new boats from the factory, but I would like to talk to someone that made the conversion if possible. Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Dean

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

There was an article in powerboat magazine where there was a guy that installed the Arneson replacement for the bravo outdrives. The conversion kit came with a standoff box to accomodate the transmission.. The reviews were all positive. Plus they couldn't break the drive... :D Lofty knows the guy that did the conversion... PM him for some details.

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Call Rik at Arneson 415-485-0788 He may be able to give you contacts on your actual
Boat.
Steve Seaton rigged a Formula he may be of some help also.
925-389-6345

Try Chip fendt at Hustler. You may have to leave several hundread messages :D
but once you get him, I'm sure he can shed some light also.


Good Luck on your project.
I would like to here the progress and results.
Gerry

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Thanks for the info guys. I will give them a call.

Anyone have first hand knowledge on the board?

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Seaton's the guy who did the Formula in PB mag. He's rigging another Cig w/Arnisons now. He's got allot of experience with the conversion.

Rick will be a wealth of info, get ready for a schooling on drives and props.

For the money you just can't beat the set up. I don't know why more people don't do it.

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Thanks for the additional info. I've only heard good things about them. Does anyone know if they have a website?

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Yep, it sucks though. Sorry rik but it's true :drink:

http://www.arneson-industries.com/

They need Puder on this one.

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

i thought it was pretty good, have seen worse!

Re: Arneson conversion for 388 Slingshot
 

Checked out the website. Thanks.

I would still like to talk to someone that has made the conversion to a Slingshot if at all possible.

I really apprecriate all the feedback guys.

I will let you know if/when I decide to make the change.

Dean