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Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

My apologies for not putting you in the list of...

My apologies for not putting you in the list of folks to thank for helping me before. I certainly do appreciate yours and everyone's feedback.
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

Wellcraft 47 Excal with Surface Drives!!!!!

So with Covid, supply chains issues, a few budget issues, bubba rigger issues(and lots of lost cash), but mostly, just finding a really good rigger that will do it right, this project is back on...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
11-08-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,386
Posted By Fasterboatman

I used Skip White to great success. 572, with a...

I used Skip White to great success. 572, with a marine cam, 9.2:1 compression, runs like a beast on pump gas. 12k per motor 2 years ago. Best decision Ive ever made having a drop in crate motor...
Forum: General Q & A
11-01-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,372
Posted By Fasterboatman

What every one else said, but also add plug...

What every one else said, but also add plug wires, and coil packs, or at least test them when ever you change the plugs. I had these in my 47 Wellcraft, and replaced every sensor at least once in 200...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-27-2021, 01:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,697
Posted By Fasterboatman

So I got the bungs today! man these are not...

So I got the bungs today! man these are not junk, but really well made. they indicate their use as being for high temp usage such as turbos, and other power adders. Bbut it makes sense given the...
Forum: General Q & A
10-05-2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

Perfect, thanks. And apologies if I keep...

Perfect, thanks.

And apologies if I keep asking the same questions, Im just trying to get it right this time!

-j
Forum: General Q & A
09-27-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

Just a quick note, the trannies, and the internal...

Just a quick note, the trannies, and the internal steering bits have arrived. waiting on Stand-offs, transom hydraulics, and drive tubes. Getting anodized this week, so I may see them in the next...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
09-13-2021, 11:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,068
Posted By Fasterboatman

As you already have heard from this site, a lot...

As you already have heard from this site, a lot of great feedback. Im in the middle of an installation of the 7m drives. But I have a big heavy boat that should never have come with bravos. 47', 19k...
Forum: General Q & A
08-26-2021, 07:53 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

So this link was very helpful, and my rigger is...

So this link was very helpful, and my rigger is now much more comfortable with the Arnesons. CFO is on bard as well! Down payment sent, M7 drives are targeted for an October/Sept install. Thanks to...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-16-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,392
Posted By Fasterboatman

Well, Cigarette is not the first to take PWCs to...

Well, Cigarette is not the first to take PWCs to the high-end:
https://airows.com/automotive/a-luxury-jet-ski-with-a-v8-engine-and-a-top-speed-of-65-mph
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-16-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,392
Posted By Fasterboatman

Why not?

So as a business, making money is the goal. So maybe Cigarette is looking to do just that. Unless they wish to stay in the high-end market which shows many signs of diminishing, going with PWCs,...
Forum: General Q & A
08-04-2021, 08:40 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

Matt and Joe, It looks like some modifications...

Matt and Joe, It looks like some modifications were required in the transom to swim platform interface. I see "slot" to accommodate the drive assembly and trim cylinders. Do you have any thoughts...
Forum: General Q & A
07-27-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

Of course bravos are not that great.....

Well of course bravos are not the best choice! There is some sanity to my madness: Im running modest HP and TQ for a 572: 4800 rpm hp=655 tq=702. Of course this is dyno, so remove 15-20% for...
Forum: General Q & A
07-26-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,927
Posted By Fasterboatman

47 Wellcraft Excalibur finally in the water, a thank you to those who helped!

Hello all,

An 8 month project plan took over two years. As with most boat projects,it always cost more, takes longer, and never quite meets the goal. Covid, and issues with a "bubba" rigger had...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-12-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 16,483
Posted By Fasterboatman

I can tell you from my experience, this is...

I can tell you from my experience, this is something we all should be doing anyway. I was once running at a very modest speed, about 55mph with a friend in the boat with me. We were enjoying a...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 16,483
Posted By Fasterboatman

I think that last bit is the key, it is all about...

I think that last bit is the key, it is all about if you end up causing an issue, and whether you were negligent or not. Any one of us might be the victim of someone else's stupid human trick, so...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,469
Posted By Fasterboatman

The new tank and plumbing was a bear to get done,...

The new tank and plumbing was a bear to get done, and finding a spot for the tank was a lot of fun, but it seems that all was as advertised! Worked like a charm! I can run just one engine, and no...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-12-2021, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,469
Posted By Fasterboatman

Or left the key under the welcome...

Or left the key under the welcome mat.....:cartman:
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