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Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-18-2004, 12:57 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 17,865
Posted By spectra32

Re: Turbo Diesel Powered

I have a powerstroke diesel. It makes about 350hp, and 750 ft/#'s. Would that bee too much for an outdrive? I believe that it would tear up a bravo drive very quick. Also my diesel wont spin past...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-08-2004, 01:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,283
Posted By spectra32

Re: Woodworking Emergency!!!

Sand the piece smooth with 400 grit and then coat with thompsons water sealer. This is an okay fix. I wouldnt do it for my own boat if I were keeping it. You could our a real heavy coat of resin...
Forum: General Q & A
06-19-2004, 09:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,789
Posted By spectra32

Re: Cleaning Stainless Exhaust Tips

muratic acid (pool supply) is hands down THE fastest. Just dont get it in the eyes!
Forum: General Q & A
06-17-2004, 09:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,363
Posted By spectra32

Re: motorized stern light

it has a pretty close fit, but it is not watertight
Forum: General Q & A
06-16-2004, 10:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,363
Posted By spectra32

Re: motorized stern light

I just got one from Eddie marine also. They only carry the LED version of it now. Seems pretty rugged
Forum: General Q & A
06-13-2004, 07:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,966
Posted By spectra32

Re: tuning / hull pad

I'll offer up what I know on the subject. Please correct me if I am wrong.

Tuning refers to making the bottom of the hull as straight and true as possible...as the designers envisioned before...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
04-16-2004, 12:26 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,434
Posted By spectra32

I heard Austin Coil (of Top-Fuel Dragster fame)...

I heard Austin Coil (of Top-Fuel Dragster fame) was going to build them.

Seriously, why not build a pair of 7000Hp capable motors that start and idle out on gasoline, build up some speed on...
Forum: General Q & A
04-16-2004, 12:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,717
Posted By spectra32

Quoted from Mercruiser Service Manual...

Quoted from Mercruiser Service Manual #C-90-71707-880 (circa 1980)

"5. Use only automatic transission fluid (ATF) Type "A" Suffix "A" or Ford Dextron"

Capacity is 2 qts.
Forum: General Q & A
02-19-2004, 10:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By spectra32

Dont forget to consider the models from FURUNO

Dont forget to consider the models from FURUNO
Forum: General Q & A
01-28-2004, 02:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By spectra32

Here is my advice: Precision Power. They are...

Here is my advice: Precision Power. They are one of the most durable amps out there. They are reasonable efficient, and don't tend to overheat. I have installed many of them in boats and rarely...
Forum: General Q & A
01-13-2004, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,527
Posted By spectra32

I am sure you will get differing opinions on...

I am sure you will get differing opinions on this, but here is my advice:

Optimas (Yellow Tops) are great batteries, however, they are expensive and last about 5 years. Avoid the Red-tops like...
Forum: General Q & A
09-09-2003, 12:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,709
Posted By spectra32

"Transom Mounting Template available, patterned...

"Transom Mounting Template available, patterned after popular mount." patterned after popular mount. You need to call Konrad, but I'm certain this popular mount is the TRS.
Forum: General Q & A
09-08-2003, 09:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,709
Posted By spectra32

I am surprised no one mentioned these: ...

I am surprised no one mentioned these:

Konrad Marine Drives (http://www.konradmarine.com/540_detail.htm)

Anyone ever use them? Supposedly rated to 800hp, bolt up to TRS, 2-speed trans...
Forum: General Q & A
08-26-2003, 09:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,391
Posted By spectra32

For whoever wants, email me and Ill send you a...

For whoever wants, email me and Ill send you a pdf of the repair sections for both the trans and the TRS drive. The file size is big, so keep that in mind (9.5MB in size). I have included a torque...
Forum: General Q & A
08-24-2003, 01:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,391
Posted By spectra32

Mattis, Email me. I have the section of the...

Mattis,

Email me. I have the section of the manual that you need.

[email protected]

Joel
Forum: General Q & A
08-23-2003, 01:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,391
Posted By spectra32

I hope this helps. Let me know if you need more...

I hope this helps. Let me know if you need more info.

Joel

MerCruiser II-TR Transmission Model A Malfunctions (aka MercTrans II)

1. Transmission Malfunctions in Neutral
1.1. Output shaft...
Forum: General Q & A
08-23-2003, 01:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,391
Posted By spectra32

This is straight from the Mercruiser book...Look...

This is straight from the Mercruiser book...Look at the type of oil, and the pressures you have.

The direct drive transmission consists of a planetary gear set,
forward multiple disc clutch,...
Forum: General Q & A
07-29-2002, 01:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 657
Posted By spectra32

Lightbulb Turbo 400 or B/W trans

I know that you can use a Turbo-400 trans with a v-drive, but has anyone ever tried using one with an outdrive setup? I am looking at the trannies infront of my TRS's and wondering why the hell not?...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
03-15-2002, 12:26 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 45,958
Posted By spectra32

Thumbs up Jon, Awesome work so far. Ig ive you a lot...

Jon,

Awesome work so far. Ig ive you a lot of respect for taking on such a project. I am in the middle of my own project too. I am restoring a 1979 Spectra 32. I started by putting on new...
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