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Forum: Trucks, Trailers and Transportation
08-02-2006, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,555
Posted By High Desert

Re: Semi Conversion Ideas?

I've done a few different semi conversions. We have built toterhomes and trucks (Kenworth and Freightliner) used specifically for towing toys and trailers. To sum it up, they are great. Lots of...
Forum: Scarab
07-26-2006, 10:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,835
Posted By High Desert

Re: Scarab III for sale 34ft

I have been trying to sell my 1989 34 as well (for months) and have not had much action on a $29K or offer listing. I have posted it here and on Boat Trader. A few calls from the Off Shore listing...
Forum: Trucks, Trailers and Transportation
06-07-2006, 06:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,357
Posted By High Desert

Re: Who tows 18,000 lbs? With what?

I agree bigger is better but I put safety first.

Whatever you decide make sure it has air ride suspension, air ride seats and I would suggest an air cab as well. I've driven a lot of different...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-26-2006, 09:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,042
Posted By High Desert

Re: Saw this in the classifieds...?????

No problem at all and certainly no offense taken Bouyhunter. I am trying to learn as much about this sport as possible and it isn't easy up here in Idaho. FYI - there is only one other Boat / Baja...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-25-2006, 07:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,042
Posted By High Desert

Re: Saw this in the classifieds...?????

Forgot one thing.... your right, the spuds are great!

Sorry I didn't see this sooner or I would have tried to answer your questions.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-25-2006, 07:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,042
Posted By High Desert

Re: Saw this in the classifieds...?????

The bumper actually works very well. With the rear section of the diamond plate lifted or removed you just have to trim / move the drives up over the bumper and it launches as well as it would...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
12-22-2005, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By High Desert

Re: How much pressure?

Are your engines carb's or F.I.? What made you decide on that set up vursus a BDS or some other 8-71?

Thanks for the feedback.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
12-22-2005, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By High Desert

How much pressure?

I have a pair of Magnum 454’s with Bravo One drives, that I believe are stock, in a 1989 Scarab III. I am told that the engines had recent overhauls prior to my buying the boat but who knows…. The...
Forum: Scarab
06-10-2005, 12:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

Re: How Fast?

I would love to set up a time to get together however.... I am in Boise, Idaho. High Desert is part of the brand of a company I own and the boat's name is High Desert Solutions. However, I...
Forum: Scarab
06-08-2005, 08:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

Re: How Fast?

Thanks for the information. It sounds like I should switch to the quad 4's instead of trying to re-pitch my 3 blades. What is the best way to figure out the needed pitch? I have the Bravo drives...
Forum: Scarab
06-07-2005, 09:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

Re: How Fast?

I am looking for cruise and top end performance without trashing the engines. Since I am running a max of 4200 rpm @ w.o.t. I need to increase 800 RPM to get up around 5K. Can I and would I be...
Forum: Scarab
06-07-2005, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

Re: How Fast?

I'm in Idaho at 4800 ft. Is there a rule of thumb for performance / horse power loss at altitude? I would like to talk modifications and performance strategies with those who know so I do not have...
Forum: Scarab
06-06-2005, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

Re: How Fast?

Thanks for the input. I do not know much about what to expect from the boat, which may seem obvious, and would really like to talk to an operator who has some history with this type and size of...
Forum: Scarab
06-06-2005, 09:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By High Desert

How Fast?

I have recently purchased a 1989 Scarab III 340 and was wondering what I should expect for top end speed. It is mostly a stock boat with few modifications if any. With half a tank of gas and three...
Forum: General Q & A
01-27-2005, 04:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,040
Posted By High Desert

Re: wet sanding / polishing ??

Wanting to go a little faster I’m trying to clean up a poorly done anti fouling paint job on the bottom of my 34 Scarab. It’s been there since before I bought the boat and am wondering what type of...
Forum: General Q & A
07-27-2004, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 735
Posted By High Desert

Need For Speed

First of all let me explain that I am new to this sport and I am looking for any help I can get.

I recently bought a 1989 32 Wellcraft Scarab project. I am getting 44.1 MPH on the GPS wide open...
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