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Forum: Formula
09-11-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 801
Posted By Blitz5730

Is the high water alarm the black round speaker...

Is the high water alarm the black round speaker under the dash, near to the steering mechanism?
Forum: Formula
09-10-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 801
Posted By Blitz5730

Strange electrical noise from dash?

My 272 seems to have developed an odd problem. When both motors are running and I'm at cruise a strange intermittent screech noise develops. I thought it was the low pressure alarm or radio...
Forum: General Q & A
03-22-2012, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 851
Posted By Blitz5730

The one I bought is very similar to the livorsi...

The one I bought is very similar to the livorsi one. I just thought that I would need to cut it down to the same length as the old one. I guess the shorter you cut it, the more reserve you have when...
Forum: General Q & A
03-22-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 851
Posted By Blitz5730

Fuel sender tube type

I have bought a tube type fuel sender which needs shortening to fit in tank. Tank is v shape and 16" deep. The old vdo tube type sender is 14" long. Should I cut the new sender to the same length as...
Forum: Formula
03-14-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By Blitz5730

Ended up measuring tank depth and it is 16" on a...

Ended up measuring tank depth and it is 16" on a 272 so if anyone is replacing their fuel sender with a tube type you'll need to buy a 24" and cut it down.
Forum: Formula
03-13-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By Blitz5730

Yes most aftermarket tube type senders can be cut...

Yes most aftermarket tube type senders can be cut to half their size and will work.

I just wondered if anyone had the depth measurement of a 272 fuel tank to hand.
Forum: Formula
03-12-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By Blitz5730

I had read some previous threads that the tank...

I had read some previous threads that the tank depth on a similar age 242 was 12.5" so it was recommended to buy a 24" and cut it down to size. I figured 12 would be too short but just wanted to...
Forum: Formula
03-12-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By Blitz5730

Fuel gauge and sender 272

I'm just about to replace my fuel gauge and sender as I'm fed up with the Inaccuracy of the stock set up.

I'm replacing the sender with a tube type, am I right in ordering the 24" length 2 wire...
Forum: Formula
10-20-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 564
Posted By Blitz5730

272SR1 measurements

Hi, could anyone tell me the height (vertical measurement) from the bottom of the keel to the top of the windshield?...I have a 91 272 with curved screen. I assume 87-91 272s with curved screens will...
Forum: Formula
08-10-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,529
Posted By Blitz5730

311 is the way to go. i've totally regretted...

311 is the way to go. i've totally regretted selling my 311 and moving to a 272 but my 272 is in mint condition so it kinda makes up for it.

311 is better ride in rough water and like the others...
Forum: Formula
08-10-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,859
Posted By Blitz5730

If you use a water butt, you wont need to use the...

If you use a water butt, you wont need to use the muffs, you just need to make sure the water line is above the intake holes on the drive and keep it topped up if you get the motors started. you may...
Forum: Formula
08-07-2011, 11:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,859
Posted By Blitz5730

Forgot to say that i replaced my batteries, i...

Forgot to say that i replaced my batteries, i bought 86A Lucas marine batteries (normal size, not the long ones). They crank the 454s a treat so should do the same for the 350s.

Also i try to use...
Forum: Formula
08-07-2011, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,859
Posted By Blitz5730

Hi Dale, I'm based in UK (well not...

Hi Dale,

I'm based in UK (well not really...Channel Islands to be exact) and i have a 91 272 with twin 454s. I carried out a big overhaul of my motors about 18 months ago so have some good...
Forum: Formula
06-21-2011, 02:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,592
Posted By Blitz5730

I have mine mounted on the front with a windlass,...

I have mine mounted on the front with a windlass, there is a speacially formed stainless steel piece round the front of the nose so the anchor doesn't damage the hull. I have the anchor deployed and...
Forum: Formula
05-23-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 766
Posted By Blitz5730

Boat lift for my Formula

I'm looking for a boat lift for my Formula 272, my boat's usually berthed in the marina but always in the water (salt) but i'd like to get it out of the water after i have used it but keep it moored...
Forum: Formula
02-07-2011, 02:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,834
Posted By Blitz5730

Did anyone get anywhere sourcing replacement...

Did anyone get anywhere sourcing replacement switches for S-R1 generation dash switches (nav, blower, bilge etc)? My nav switch has just failed...it's done 20yrs so not bad i guess but now i am...
Forum: Formula
11-29-2010, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By Blitz5730

65 on a good day. running a clean hull..no...

65 on a good day. running a clean hull..no antifoul and solid hubs.
Forum: Formula
11-24-2010, 02:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By Blitz5730

Engine vents, again from searayman on Ebay..... ...

Engine vents, again from searayman on Ebay.....
...
Forum: Formula
11-24-2010, 02:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By Blitz5730

I got a 91 272 runing 454-330s and 3 blade mirage...

I got a 91 272 runing 454-330s and 3 blade mirage 25 pitch props, top out about 4200rpm.

Formula emblems and letters available from Searayman on Ebay.com.....here's the link
...
Forum: General Q & A
04-11-2010, 02:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,205
Posted By Blitz5730

No it's definately come from the cylinder head,...

No it's definately come from the cylinder head, manifolds were not cracked when i pulled them, they seemed intact. i guess there must be a waterway close to the manifold bolt hole.
Forum: General Q & A
04-08-2010, 01:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,205
Posted By Blitz5730

Thanks for your comments Fixxxer. I made sure i...

Thanks for your comments Fixxxer. I made sure i didnt drill too far. there is quite a bit of space behind the remnants of the old bolt and the back of the hole. i'm just worried with all the shocks...
Forum: General Q & A
04-08-2010, 01:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,205
Posted By Blitz5730

Water leaking from manifold bolt hole....HELP!

I'm replacing the stock exhausts on my 1991 Merc 454s. I've had to pull both motors as each outter manifold had badly corroded bolts, some of which i have had to drill the bolt heads off.

One...
Forum: Formula
03-30-2010, 01:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,539
Posted By Blitz5730

I'm just taking my big blocks outta my 272. Had...

I'm just taking my big blocks outta my 272. Had to take both the inner manifolds off but left the outside manifolds on. You can hardly get to the front mounts with the inner manifolds on. Took the...
Forum: Formula
03-29-2010, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,672
Posted By Blitz5730

Yeah i'm with you on this Thirdbird. Maybe we're...

Yeah i'm with you on this Thirdbird. Maybe we're a bit more lazy in the UK but having the anchor at the flick of a switch is pretty cool but you have to take the knock with the looks. I've got used...
Forum: Formula
03-25-2010, 02:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,672
Posted By Blitz5730

i'm not crazy about having an anchor and windlass...

i'm not crazy about having an anchor and windlass on mine either but it really is much easier to live with where i boat. All my boating is offshore, so no lakes or rivers. it's just islands and bays...
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