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Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
04-26-2020, 11:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,370
Posted By lost2a6

"I get guys telling me the extra stroke will...

"I get guys telling me the extra stroke will cause reversion." I wonder if Mercruiser knows this? They have built the 377-383 for years with no reversion problems.:lolhit:
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
04-26-2020, 10:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,902
Posted By lost2a6

One piece rear main seal and a flat tappet cam...

One piece rear main seal and a flat tappet cam would make it a gen 5 454. Only way to easily use a roller cam in a non roller block is to use aftermarket lifters with the tie bar.
Forum: General Q & A
04-26-2020, 08:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,444
Posted By lost2a6

I've used this on a block deck with great...

I've used this on a block deck with great results. The deck surface had burnt through to the next cylinder. I installed a tapered pin, hand filed flat, and the rest of the imperfections was filled...
Forum: General Q & A
04-26-2020, 08:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,766
Posted By lost2a6

Question 8.2 Mercruiser bolt torque specs

I just acquired two preowned 2014 Merc 8.2 Mags 380 HP non catalytic converter engines from a commercial work boat. Serial #2A188671 & #2A188670. I need to rebuild one engine due to a bad lifter and...
Forum: General Q & A
03-09-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,021
Posted By lost2a6

Exclamation 8.2 Mercruiser MAG vs HO

I'm buying two pre owned 8.2 Mercruiser mags 380 HP. What is the difference between the standard and the HO? So far looking at part numbers, the only difference that I see is the little adapter that...
Forum: Swap Shop
02-13-2020, 09:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,524
Posted By lost2a6

Do you still have these?

Do you still have these?
Forum: Wanted
04-25-2017, 09:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 417
Posted By lost2a6

Cool ISO Stainless Marine manifolds and risers for SBC

I have a 5.7 Volvo Penta that I want to install a set of Stainless Marine manifolds and risers on. I know that these manifolds for the SBC isn't a very popular item however I figured I'd give it a...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
01-11-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,035
Posted By lost2a6

Question Water reversion problems, need cam recommendations

I have a 1998 28ft Carolina Classic with stock vortec 7.4 volvo penta engines. I'm having water reversion problems in both engines, these engines are notorious for doing this. It's a well known issue...
Forum: General Q & A
12-23-2009, 01:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 752
Posted By lost2a6

I used the MSD 6AL-2 on my TR IV. It has been...

I used the MSD 6AL-2 on my TR IV. It has been going strong for over a year now.
Forum: Prop Talk
06-23-2009, 09:02 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 777
Posted By lost2a6

Hydromotive Q-IV RH 21 Pitch

I would love to try a Hydromotive Q-IV RH 21 pitch prop to compare to my Bravo1 and was wondering if anyone in my area had a spare one that I could try. I'm located in south Mississippi and would be...
Forum: General Q & A
06-23-2009, 07:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,699
Posted By lost2a6

I had an engine that did the same thing twice....

I had an engine that did the same thing twice. What I discovered was that some one had installed an oil pan on the engine that was designed for a drag car. It had the trap door in it and what was...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-23-2009, 06:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 23,071
Posted By lost2a6

My gen VI ZZ502 came with the provision to mount...

My gen VI ZZ502 came with the provision to mount the mechanical fuel pump. I was very suprised.
Forum: Prop Talk
06-18-2009, 07:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,745
Posted By lost2a6

For what it's worth, I also tried a labbed 24...

For what it's worth, I also tried a labbed 24 Bravo on my boat and it didn't pick up any speed at WOT however it was down about 300-400 RPM compared to the 22 Bravo. It took longer to plane off and...
Forum: Prop Talk
06-18-2009, 07:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,517
Posted By lost2a6

My 23ft SeaCraft is doing the same thing, what I...

My 23ft SeaCraft is doing the same thing, what I have discovered is any prop that tries to lift the bow just makes it worse. At this time I'm running a Bravo-1 prop and it is better but no cigar. I...
Forum: General Q & A
06-16-2009, 09:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,812
Posted By lost2a6

A Q-jet is a 750-CFM. They did make an 800 CFM...

A Q-jet is a 750-CFM. They did make an 800 CFM version that mainly came on the 455 Buick including the 1970 455 Buick Grand Sport. When GM put the Q-jet on the 305 they put a little limit tab on the...
Forum: Prop Talk
06-13-2009, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,236
Posted By lost2a6

Yes, I have one on my TRS. I lost about 1.5 MPH...

Yes, I have one on my TRS. I lost about 1.5 MPH on top end compared to my Mirage, however my cruise picked up 1.5-2MPH along with several other benefits. :drink:
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-13-2009, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 679
Posted By lost2a6

The first thing that comes to mind is the pick up...

The first thing that comes to mind is the pick up which is in the distributor. Does the tach jump at the time that the injectors are firing?
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-17-2009, 07:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

I'm open for any suggestions. The boat in my...

I'm open for any suggestions. The boat in my opinion is worth dumping some money in. It is very unique in the SeaCraft line up. They only made the SeaVette for 2 years 78-79, and only 11 of them in...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-16-2009, 03:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

I have an anchor locker in the bow; I will try a...

I have an anchor locker in the bow; I will try a couple of sandbags up there and see what happens. That would be cheep and easy.:drink:
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-14-2009, 11:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

So if I go with the Bravo drive then what should...

So if I go with the Bravo drive then what should I shoot for as far as the depth of the prop shaft? And yes, it does makes sence. Thanks
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-14-2009, 11:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

The center of the prop shaft is 7" below the...

The center of the prop shaft is 7" below the keel, which puts the cavitation plate 2" above the keel. Is there a shorter lower that will bolt to my TRS upper and work for me?
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-14-2009, 11:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

It's a 1978 23ft SeaCraft SeaVette which is the...

It's a 1978 23ft SeaCraft SeaVette which is the same hull as any other 23ft SeaCraft fishing boat, just the lay out is different. It's powered by a FWC ZZ502 and weighs about 5400 lbs wet. It's very...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-14-2009, 10:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

Yea I sort of figured that. My boat is really...

Yea I sort of figured that. My boat is really heavy and slow so I'm wondering if the drive needs to be as high as a lightweight faster boat. The reason why I ask is because I'm chasing a porpoising...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-14-2009, 08:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By lost2a6

Question TRS Drive Spacer

Do or did anyone ever make a drive spacer for the TRS drive?
Thanks, Steve
Forum: Prop Talk
07-11-2008, 02:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,602
Posted By lost2a6

I have the same prop on my TRS and with the...

I have the same prop on my TRS and with the internal washer only. I have ok clearance. Maybe your washer has some wear in it.
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