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Forum: Scarab
07-18-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,021
Posted By 1986Scarab1

1986 Scarab 1 Fuel Tank Dimensions

Anyone know where to source a new fuel tank or the dimensions of mine?

1986 Wellcraft Scarab 1

thanks!
Forum: General Q & A
07-22-2020, 11:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,157
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Man do it.. I could not believe how different...

Man do it.. I could not believe how different the boat felt afterwards. Was 260$ for the rebuild plus shipping. Can't remember how long it took him but was probably 1-1.5 months turn around. I...
Forum: General Q & A
07-14-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,952
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Griff you're right!! My bad! Now that you...

Griff you're right!! My bad!

Now that you called it out it came to me, it's a mercury "vengeance" prop, not mirage! Don't know how that compares diameter wise but it is a 21 pitch prop.

These...
Forum: General Q & A
07-14-2020, 08:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,952
Posted By 1986Scarab1

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.offshoreonly.com-...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.offshoreonly.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/a4fd5580_a34a_477f_898a_6ec3421b1869_d358198b9c5daeba0910c7dcf74a8244338d5867.jpeg
Not in front of the boat but this is the best...
Forum: General Q & A
07-14-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,952
Posted By 1986Scarab1

not sure if it’s a mirage or mirage+ but here is...

not sure if it’s a mirage or mirage+ but here is the best picture I have of it on hand. Does the diameter look too big?
Forum: General Q & A
07-13-2020, 11:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,952
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Thanks to all for the feedback. I think the prop...

Thanks to all for the feedback. I think the prop may be worth experimenting with at this point. I really don't know much about them, should I ditch the mirage 21 pitch prop for a different brand as...
Forum: General Q & A
07-08-2020, 10:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,952
Posted By 1986Scarab1

What RPM should I be at WOT?

5.7 Vortec
Quadrajet Carb
RPM Airgap Intake
XM270 Cam 218/224 - 112LSA
Corsa Captain Call and factory style manifolds/risers
21 Prop
Alpha 1 Gen 1 Drive
86 Scarab 1 - 21.5 ft boat.

Prior...
Forum: General Q & A
07-06-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 308
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Aluminum manifolds and risers for 5.7L 350?

Anyone know where to get these? I know GLM made them for some time, discontinued, and then there was talk from some vendors that they were going to make them again. Would love to get my hands on...
Forum: General Q & A
07-05-2020, 09:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,157
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Cliffs High Performance Quadrajet Rebuild

Amazing.....

86 Scarab 1
350 Vortec
rpm airgap intake
biggest for I/O xtreme marine comp cam
alpha 1

before, hard to start, bogged, backfires sometimes, inconsistent performance.
Forum: General Q & A
05-06-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,339
Posted By 1986Scarab1

I must have been confused, my intention was to...

I must have been confused, my intention was to use the A1 rubber hose that I bought from Napa the other day. Based on your previous reply I thought you meant that the 3/8 inverted flare hose barb...
Forum: General Q & A
05-06-2020, 06:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,339
Posted By 1986Scarab1

So 3/8 inverted flare x 3/8 hose barb will...

So 3/8 inverted flare x 3/8 hose barb will work?!?!? And I can just walk into most part stores to find!

Heading to grab them asap!

Thank you
Forum: General Q & A
05-04-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,339
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Sounds like I need to ditch the idea and run...

Sounds like I need to ditch the idea and run another hard line..
Forum: General Q & A
05-04-2020, 07:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,339
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Confused on running new fuel line...

After recently replacing the vent, fill, and delivery fuel lines on my Scarab 1, I've decided to go ahead and replace my pump----> QJet line as well. The old line that was made for it (copper looking...
Forum: General Q & A
04-30-2020, 08:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

HOLY S**T do I feel lucky...... Took the boat to...

HOLY S**T do I feel lucky...... Took the boat to the shop today, sealed off hoses, ran smoke test, and found the culprit.

The fuel delivery line had a decent size hole in it. It was hidden...
Forum: General Q & A
04-29-2020, 08:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Thanks for taking the time to share, I think this...

Thanks for taking the time to share, I think this is a great option for me and would save a ton of headache. Also, that interior is sick!!!!!!
Forum: General Q & A
04-29-2020, 07:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

I love the idea. What material did you go with? ...

I love the idea. What material did you go with? Also, curious how you ended up supporting it in the old tank.

Thanks!
Forum: General Q & A
04-29-2020, 07:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Wow, never thought about that possibility.. I...

Wow, never thought about that possibility.. I guess if the current gas tank doesn't have baffles it could work..... I'm most concerned with how stuck to the floor the old tank will be between the...
Forum: General Q & A
04-29-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Thanks and makes sense. I plan on putting the...

Thanks and makes sense. I plan on putting the largest tank possible without having to cut the floor at all. That's the plan at least! Little nervous about the whole ordeal and attacking on my own...
Forum: General Q & A
04-29-2020, 11:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Thanks for all of the great insight guys. I am...

Thanks for all of the great insight guys. I am taking the boat tomorrow to perform a smoke test and see what I come back with. I'm feeling more and more certain it's the tank leaking as I read all...
Forum: General Q & A
04-28-2020, 10:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

That is unbelievably tragic, I'm sorry about your...

That is unbelievably tragic, I'm sorry about your friend and point well taken. There is no power to the boat (battery is out), and I will not be running any power tools around the area until I flush...
Forum: General Q & A
04-28-2020, 08:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Makes sense. I think pressure testing before I...

Makes sense. I think pressure testing before I pull anything apart makes sense. Really will suck if it's the fuel tank, I just had paint work and new interior done waiting to be put back in. Any...
Forum: General Q & A
04-28-2020, 08:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Ouch.. The certainty in which you say that has...

Ouch.. The certainty in which you say that has me concerned. Doesn't look like a fun job if that's the case.
Forum: General Q & A
04-28-2020, 08:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Good idea, I think i will go ahead and replace...

Good idea, I think i will go ahead and replace everything with new and then pressure test the tank. I'm glad your friend is ok, that scenario is my number one concern.
Forum: General Q & A
04-28-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Aluminum Fuel Tank Leaking?

Recently I've noticed the smell of raw fuel in the cabin area of my 1986 Scarab 1. I removed the gas tank cover in the middle of the cabin and found old stiff fill/vent hoses, an ok shape fuel line,...
Forum: General Q & A
02-14-2019, 09:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,549
Posted By 1986Scarab1

Great suggestion on the oil pressure switch!

Great suggestion on the oil pressure switch!
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