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Forum: Formula
06-09-2011, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,324
Posted By Mkeller

Who did you find to do the job? I am looking for...

Who did you find to do the job? I am looking for someone to do mine.
Forum: General Q & A
05-12-2010, 08:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,725
Posted By Mkeller

Simple it was all covered by the "warranty" on my...

Simple it was all covered by the "warranty" on my "remanufactured" engines. But then it only cost me about $40,000 in my time to hound the guy to take care of it.

I generally do it all...
Forum: General Q & A
05-12-2010, 11:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,725
Posted By Mkeller

Thanks again. No blame from me for this...

Thanks again. No blame from me for this mechanic. He's been forthcoming. I have the luxury of time with frozen bolts, he has to clear projects.

Panther-I would use your shop anyday. That is...
Forum: General Q & A
05-12-2010, 06:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,725
Posted By Mkeller

Thanks all. I've been turning wrenches on boats...

Thanks all. I've been turning wrenches on boats and cars for a couple of decades. restored a couple of cars and boats during that time. Sometimes I've had the luxury of time, oil and heat to free...
Forum: General Q & A
05-11-2010, 08:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,725
Posted By Mkeller

Broken bolt. Mechanic liable?

A couple of quick questions for the people on here. Local marina mechanic broke a bolt on my water inlet elbow on transom assembly while troubleshooting an overheat. (hose closed by corrosion)...
Forum: General Q & A
05-11-2010, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 818
Posted By Mkeller

Thanks. I will keep the recommendations in mind...

Thanks. I will keep the recommendations in mind for the future. I needed someone waterfront and local to me in Pompano for reasons of time. I used one of the local marinas.
Forum: General Q & A
05-10-2010, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 818
Posted By Mkeller

Pompano Beach Mechanic

I need a mechanic in Pompano Beach to perform annual drive service and troubleshoot an overheat issue on a Formula 330SS with twin 330HP 454 and Bravo 3 drives. Any recommendations appreciated.
Forum: General Q & A
08-01-2008, 03:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,293
Posted By Mkeller

THis may not be the source of your problem but...

THis may not be the source of your problem but check the connections on your intake hose. I spent 6 months chasing down a similar problem and found a broken clamp at the transom that was letting air...
Forum: Formula
03-02-2007, 01:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,291
Posted By Mkeller

I need to get the headliner replaced in my 330ss....

I need to get the headliner replaced in my 330ss. Can any one who has had this done on a 330SS or similar sized boat give me an idea of what I am in for cost wise to have it professionally done. ...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-02-2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,219
Posted By Mkeller

Chip Off the old block

I own a formula 330 ss for reasons of practicality as my primary boating use is diving and cruising the big ditch in Ft. Lauderdale with the wife and kids. The only time the boat sees over 50 is...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
02-09-2007, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 575
Posted By Mkeller

Ocean's Flat

Just an observation for anyone in S. Florida wondering if those 2 foot or less seas predictions were true. I have the fortune to drive down A1A going into downtown Ft. Lauderday every morning. This...
Forum: General Q & A
02-03-2007, 08:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 818
Posted By Mkeller

Flame Arrestor Size/ secondary rods

What size should the flame arrestor be on a stock 454/330? The arrestors on my engines appear to be undersized- I haven't measured but they look to be about 6". It appears an upgrade is in order....
Forum: General Q & A
08-21-2006, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,350
Posted By Mkeller

Re: 7.4 bravo 3 overheat

For anyone with similar problems. After going through the entire cooling system, I tracked the problem down to a loose fuel line fitting which caused a high speed lean condition. Tightened the...
Forum: General Q & A
08-17-2006, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,350
Posted By Mkeller

7.4 bravo 3 overheat

I'm trying to solve a cooling problem. Twin 7.4s with Bravo 3s. Starboard motor starts to get hot when the boat is on plane and the ocillation starts about 3000 rpms. Stock gen V 7.4. Normally...
Forum: General Q & A
07-21-2006, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,277
Posted By Mkeller

Re: How much torque can a Bravo drive handle?

It's all in how you treat your drive. I can tell you a stock 330 will break a 1997 bravo 3 if the drive is abused. I don't slam the throttles forward at idle, but I have twisted a driveshaft...
Forum: General Q & A
07-21-2006, 08:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,291
Posted By Mkeller

Re: speed w/heavier outdrive oil

I won't knock anyone's choice of lube but I know I gained 100+ rpms switching to amsoil from the merc oil in my bravo 3's on a formula 330SS with twin 330's. I had recent drive work performed...
Forum: General Q & A
06-27-2006, 08:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 24,953
Posted By Mkeller

Re: Bravo 3 won't shift

The drive was pulled Friday. I twisted the drive shaft and broke one of the vertical shafts. Gears and clutch appear ok. I will be retaining the broken parts as paper weights and a reminder of my...
Forum: General Q & A
06-20-2006, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,329
Posted By Mkeller

Re: found - good source for marine wire, etc

I have ordered from GenuineDeals a couple of times and they ship fast and are quick to answer questions. Another site that also has great prices on wire is www.bestboatwire.com
Forum: General Q & A
06-19-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,096
Posted By Mkeller

Re: Does anyone know where I can purchase "Dennis Moore's BBC Marine Performance Book"

I bought mine off amazon recently. There were several used copies available.
Forum: General Q & A
06-19-2006, 08:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 24,953
Posted By Mkeller

Re: Bravo 3 won't shift

All,

This site is awesom. Tanks for the feedback. I did pull the rear cover and and could see nothing broken. Tried some gentle pressure on the clutch and couldn't move it. Rather than risk...
Forum: General Q & A
06-15-2006, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 24,953
Posted By Mkeller

Re: Bravo 3 won't shift

Thanks for the feedback. I was able to get my mechanic to show up last night. He removed the shift cable at the engine, put the control box in neutral and started it up and reconnected the shift...
Forum: General Q & A
06-14-2006, 01:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 24,953
Posted By Mkeller

Bravo 3 won't shift

This falls under stupidest thing I've done boating without ever leaving the lift. Started the boat last saturday to take it out to dinner. Engine was idling about 3500 rpms in neutral. Thinking...
Forum: General Q & A
06-13-2006, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,599
Posted By Mkeller

Re: switched from qjet to holley on modded 330

Don't give up on your Quadrajet. The quadrajet was Dennis Moore's carb of choice in his book for all around best performance. I have twin stock 454's with quadrajets on a Formula 330 ss. Great...
Forum: General Q & A
05-18-2006, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,125
Posted By Mkeller

Re: Battery Wiring

Why would I need an isolator? There are wo separate banks of two batteries wired in parallel. No electrical connection between the banks other than common grounds. Both engines would draw power...
Forum: General Q & A
05-18-2006, 03:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,125
Posted By Mkeller

Battery Wiring

I'd like comments on the following wiring scheme. Twin engine stern drive boat.

Both engines connected to starting battery. One alternator connected to starting battery bank (twin 27), one...
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