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Forum: Formula
10-21-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,854
Posted By bunky1957

Without a stepped hull it takes large increases...

Without a stepped hull it takes large increases in power for small gains in speed. I've had 3 Formula SR-1's (272,311,357) and while they are great boats in the rough they are not designed for top...
Forum: Formula
10-13-2023, 11:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,854
Posted By bunky1957

I had a '93 357 with N/A 540's making 600 hp each...

I had a '93 357 with N/A 540's making 600 hp each running through Bravo One drives. I used stock 28 " pitch Bravo One props and ran 72 mph at 5000 rpm.
Forum: Formula
01-27-2023, 06:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,857
Posted By bunky1957

The 330/Bravo 272 SR1 boats were very back heavy...

The 330/Bravo 272 SR1 boats were very back heavy and would run about 61/62 mph. That hull is better suited to a lighter engine/drive combo.
Forum: Formula
01-12-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,857
Posted By bunky1957

Not me, but we were talking about the 6.2 litre ...

Not me, but we were talking about the 6.2 litre as a replacement for the 7.4. He never mentioned changing the drives . Didn't the factory put 330's in front of Alphas ? I was wondering if the...
Forum: Formula
01-10-2023, 11:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,857
Posted By bunky1957

Service manager at the marina says the 6.2...

Service manager at the marina says the 6.2 Mercruiser is equal in power to the 7.4 , when propped correctly gives the same performance and better fuel economy.
Forum: Formula
01-09-2023, 09:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,857
Posted By bunky1957

302/311 SR1 with Small Blocks and Alpha drives.

292 / 302 / 311 SR1 with Small Blocks and Alpha drives. Anybody ever see it / do It ?
Forum: Formula
12-11-2022, 05:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,860
Posted By bunky1957

I also could have compared a Corvette to a...

I also could have compared a Corvette to a Caprice.
Forum: Formula
12-11-2022, 05:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,860
Posted By bunky1957

Maybe time for a 382

I have a feeling I won't be happy in a 353, maybe I should be looking at a 382. My buddy had one and it was smooth.
Forum: Formula
12-08-2022, 01:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,860
Posted By bunky1957

Need a ride comparison 357 SR1 vs 353 Fastech

I had a 311 SR1 for many years, and traded it for a 357 SR1 about 10 years ago mostly for the better ride in rough water.. Instead of refreshing the 357 motors, I now have the opportunity of moving...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-12-2022, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By bunky1957

Need a full length boat cover

I need a new full length boat cover for my 1992 Formula 357 with the Silent Thunder swim platform. Any suggestions where to get one ?
Forum: General Q & A
08-12-2016, 12:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,869
Posted By bunky1957

1989 Formula brochure says 72 mph with 575s. ...

1989 Formula brochure says 72 mph with 575s. I've got 540's in mine with bravos and I've seen 72.
Forum: Formula
09-08-2015, 11:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,604
Posted By bunky1957

I had stock 454 mags with full roller rockers and...

I had stock 454 mags with full roller rockers and Gil Magnum Sport exhaust manifolds. The boat would run 64 mph @5000 pm with 24 pitch Bravo 1 props, and 66 mph @4600 rpm with 26 pitch bravo 1 props....
Forum: Formula
09-07-2015, 09:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,604
Posted By bunky1957

I opened up the swim platforms on 2 different...

I opened up the swim platforms on 2 different Formulas, made no difference in performance just made the boats louder. The 3rd Formula I left alone. The best performing all around prop for my 311 was...
Forum: General Q & A
09-07-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,549
Posted By bunky1957

The VDO gauges on my 357 show 30 PSI. A high...

The VDO gauges on my 357 show 30 PSI. A high quality mechanical gauge shows 60 PSI. New senders didn't change the reading. If you have put 50 hours on the boat and the motors haven't failed than you...
Forum: Formula
09-07-2015, 09:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 911
Posted By bunky1957

Eddie Marine risers on a 357

I put the Eddie Marine manifolds on my '93 357 in 2011. I had the same problem with the risers not lining up with the transom. I took pictures and measurements and sent them back to Eddie Marine...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-13-2015, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,458
Posted By bunky1957

I have found pieces of the rubber impeller wedged...

I have found pieces of the rubber impeller wedged into the thermostat housing passages. Use a piece of a coat hanger and work it through the different passages.
Forum: General Q & A
11-22-2014, 11:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By bunky1957

I have used them both in 502's and 540's. The...

I have used them both in 502's and 540's. The 741 was to much for the 502, idle was too rough. The 731 was a better all around cam in the 502. l later stroked the motor to 540 inches. Then the 731...
Forum: General Q & A
11-15-2014, 06:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,905
Posted By bunky1957

We dyno tested a Dart 4150 single plane against a...

We dyno tested a Dart 4150 single plane against a Performer RPM on a 516 inch big block motor. The single plane only beat the RPM by 5 horsepower, 604 vs. 599.
Forum: General Q & A
11-14-2014, 08:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,905
Posted By bunky1957

I have a pair of GM marine dual plane intakes...

I have a pair of GM marine dual plane intakes with the brass passages from 1992 502 Mag motors. If you are interested I will post pics.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-09-2014, 10:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,102
Posted By bunky1957

Size Does Matter

Size Does Matter
Forum: Prop Talk
09-27-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,005
Posted By bunky1957

A stock 30 p bravo 1 ran the same rpm as a Mirage...

A stock 30 p bravo 1 ran the same rpm as a Mirage 29 on my Formula 311
Forum: Swap Shop
09-26-2013, 11:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By bunky1957

Props sold.

Props sold.
Forum: Swap Shop
08-06-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By bunky1957

Props still for sale.I got them from a member on...

Props still for sale.I got them from a member on this site last year.He told me they were stock. I was curious how they would run on my boat. A little too much pitch but rpm was same for both. I gave...
Forum: Swap Shop
08-02-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By bunky1957

sale pending

sale pending
Forum: Swap Shop
08-01-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By bunky1957

Pair Bravo 1 30p right and left

Pair of Bravo 1 30 pitch right and left. Just checked and polished , perfect condition.Too much pitch for my boat. 600 plus shipping for pair. Will not separate.
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