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Forum: Magnum Marine
06-26-2011, 01:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

I've made some minor changes this year to the...

I've made some minor changes this year to the engines this year.

First changed the t-stat for a 160 instead of 140, replaced the spark plugs and stepped up in heat range because of the bad...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-26-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

First run of the year and 69 @ 5000 was today's...

First run of the year and 69 @ 5000 was today's speed. Slip is only 5% and she has plenty of power.

Next step now is to try some other props. First up are 23" cleavers and after that we're testing...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-26-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

Kalaazar, I cleaned out my inbox and should...

Kalaazar,

I cleaned out my inbox and should be able to receive messages again.

/Jesper
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-20-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

Ours could be slightly deeper because of water in...

Ours could be slightly deeper because of water in the bilge. I remember now that we had a leak in one of the strainers that day.
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-19-2011, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,393
Posted By Jeppe

I figured it out! :coolcowboy: ...

I figured it out! :coolcowboy:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5116/5835181623_7fb5b064d9_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/64056530@N05/5835181623/)
Magnum Marine 27 Sport...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-19-2011, 03:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

I've been thinking about that. Our Mag is quite...

I've been thinking about that. Our Mag is quite low in the water and I always figured it is because of our 400+ engines. But the drives, transmission and engine blocks are all original. They should...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-18-2011, 05:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

I guess the volvo setup is much shorter since you...

I guess the volvo setup is much shorter since you don't have the gearbox between the engine and drive like I have on the TRS.
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-18-2011, 05:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

I actually put my shoulders on the valvecovers...

I actually put my shoulders on the valvecovers and stuck my head down between the engines so I could reach the bottom bolt on the engine mount plate.
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-17-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

Folding the back seat is cheating. :-) I'm...

Folding the back seat is cheating. :-)

I'm not big on working with plastics and rebuilding the rear sofa wont happen this season or the next but maybe some day. I'll remove the water pump after...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-17-2011, 04:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,393
Posted By Jeppe

That's right I'm not Platinum any more so I can't...

That's right I'm not Platinum any more so I can't upload but I should still be able to link to pictures and get them to show in the post.
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-16-2011, 05:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,847
Posted By Jeppe

Engine removal Sport

Did anyone pull the engines on a sport without removing the sofa or separating them from the gearbox?

We can't get them out, once pulled out of the gimbal they get stuck under the back rest of...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-16-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,393
Posted By Jeppe

That works but it should also show in my post.

That works but it should also show in my post.
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-16-2011, 02:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,393
Posted By Jeppe

Thanks for the warning Bud. You can be sure I'm...

Thanks for the warning Bud. You can be sure I'm careful when I'm slowing down and I always keep the bow up wind when I'm not moving. We don't even leave her in, she's on the trailer when ever we are...
Forum: Magnum Marine
06-14-2011, 07:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,393
Posted By Jeppe

Cool Sport, the coolest boat ever

After a long winter it's soon time for the first run of the year. We have done some work on the engines and hope to see a little more speed and a little less oil spray under the hatch this season.
...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
05-25-2011, 03:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,815
Posted By Jeppe

Thanks, I'll check the volvo ones. ...

Thanks, I'll check the volvo ones.

Mercruiser dipsticks don't fit together with my Imco powerflow exhaust.
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
05-24-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,815
Posted By Jeppe

Chevy 350 dipstick

I need to replace the dipsticks on my 1976 chevy small blocks. The ones I have now were made by the engine builder but they are leaking so I need to replace them. I can't seem to find anything that...
Forum: Magnum Marine
09-29-2010, 03:06 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 173,453
Posted By Jeppe

She is a fantastic boat and I think we will all...

She is a fantastic boat and I think we will all miss it.

So what happens with the engine when you are finished updating it?
Forum: Magnum Marine
09-19-2010, 05:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,958
Posted By Jeppe

She is looking fantastic Bud. Congratulations!

She is looking fantastic Bud. Congratulations!
Forum: Prop Talk
09-06-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,619
Posted By Jeppe

I definitely think a 3 blade is right in this...

I definitely think a 3 blade is right in this case but I don't believe low slip is equal to high speed or efficiency. You can have a prop with low slip producing low speeds and you can have...
Forum: Prop Talk
09-06-2010, 02:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,619
Posted By Jeppe

Here is the BAM page I'm reffering to...

Here is the BAM page I'm reffering to http://www.go-fast.com/boat_speed_predictions.htm

The Magnum would fall into the category Heavy V with its weight and deep TRS drives and according to the...
Forum: Magnum Marine
09-05-2010, 02:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

New high today with 74 at 5400 WOT. The...

New high today with 74 at 5400 WOT.

The slip is only 5% so with these props we need more RPM to gain speed. I think we can increase the RPM by adjusting the ignition for the 95 octane fuel we are...
Forum: Prop Talk
09-05-2010, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,619
Posted By Jeppe

More slip on the Magnum

Hi,
According to the BAM speed calculator we should have between 10 and 13% slip to get maximum speed. Right now we have 5% slip with Mirage 23 at 74mph. The boat is a Magnum 27 sport with two 383...
Forum: Magnum Marine
08-20-2010, 07:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

I've tried driving her with different trim but...

I've tried driving her with different trim but trimming more than +2 doesn't seem to give any more speed. Whats your experience?
Forum: Magnum Marine
08-20-2010, 07:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

What engines did you run with the TRS's? It will...

What engines did you run with the TRS's? It will be interesting to see what speed you can manage with the 383's and Bravo. Our 383's are probably around 420 hp.
Forum: Magnum Marine
08-15-2010, 04:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,673
Posted By Jeppe

Yeah, the sound is awesome. The carbs have been a...

Yeah, the sound is awesome. The carbs have been a bit off but hallj helped me set the idle needles today.

Do you remember what rpm's you were running? I'm up to 5300 now but I haven't pushed the...
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