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Forum: Drives and Lower Units
10-04-2016, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Northwester

Fortunately, I have room in the engine...

Fortunately, I have room in the engine compartment without modifying anything forward or above for things to fit in the new location.

I can walk in front of my twins now but I will lose that...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
10-04-2016, 06:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Northwester

In this case, removing a twin set of Alpha 1...

In this case, removing a twin set of Alpha 1 drives and replacing with a single robust II-TR drive so that I can swing a 20" prop.
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
10-04-2016, 06:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Northwester

This is less than I initially thought. It's...

This is less than I initially thought.

It's hard to judge the size of objects from pictures alone.
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
10-03-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Northwester

TRS with BW 72C 1018 Installation Dimensions

Greetings:

I'm thinking about installing a TRS drive with the BW 72C 1018 transmisson.

How far from out from the transom does that setup protrude into the boat to where the bell housing bolts...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-19-2011, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,344
Posted By Northwester

TRS Drive Bellows

I'm thinking about buying a boat with a TRS drive and 72C tranny in it.

If water begins to leak in through the universal bellows, will that water leak into the boat and onto the inner transom...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-16-2009, 02:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

Thanks for the vote of confidence in the proposed...

Thanks for the vote of confidence in the proposed project ..............

I happen to like the inline 6 engines alot even though they are very much old school. They are as simple and reliable as...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-14-2009, 12:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

To clarify the last post, the triangle style...

To clarify the last post, the triangle style coupler from 3.0l 130HP engine will fit OEM 165hp flywheel.

Is that correct?
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-10-2009, 12:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 37,603
Posted By Northwester

I'm looking for every part that would be need to...

I'm looking for every part that would be need to install a complete setup from bellhousing to prop...................
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-10-2009, 11:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 37,603
Posted By Northwester

So it sounds like other than getting lower...

So it sounds like other than getting lower casings and OEM quality gear sets, pretty much everything else is readily available.

What is the fair market value of a complete II-TR or II-TRS setup...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-07-2009, 06:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

#6's for sure would be the most reliable assuming...

#6's for sure would be the most reliable assuming that bigger gears, shafts and bearings = more reliable.

They would also be the least affordable...................
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-07-2009, 02:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 37,603
Posted By Northwester

Mercruiser II TR & TRS Parts Availability

What is the current situation on obtaining new parts for TR and TRS drives?

Are all the usual 'consumable' parts such as gears, bearings, shafts, seals, trim rams, bellows and gaskets still...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-05-2009, 11:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

Very well. Let me put the question another...

Very well. Let me put the question another way...........

My twin Merc #1 or Type R or the like sterndrives will soon no longer be worth maintaining. I would like to replace them with something...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
01-05-2009, 03:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

Five (5) count'em 5 posts and not one answer to...

Five (5) count'em 5 posts and not one answer to the original question.

Just to clarify, I'm using a chevy 250 (4.1L) inline 6 engine, not the ford based 230 (3.7L) inline 4 engine.

From a...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
12-28-2008, 07:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

I use my boat to go to very remote places where...

I use my boat to go to very remote places where reliability is the most important consideration. I also use my boat alot more than most recreational boaters do.

So I'm OK the extra cost, some...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
12-28-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,787
Posted By Northwester

Bolt up Mercruiser 165 to Bravo I outdrive?

I have a vintage fiberglass boat that I'm restoring. It came equipped with twin Mecruiser 165hp inline 6 engines and some old #1 Mercruiser outdrives.

I would like to change out the drives and...
Forum: Classic Offshore
01-18-2008, 03:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,930
Posted By Northwester

1973 Marauder 28'

Searching around the internet, I came up with a for sale listing for a 1973 Marauder 28'. The boat sounds like it is setup for cruising with a galley and a head. I think it is powered with twin big...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
09-17-2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,515
Posted By Northwester

Where is board member Super Termoli these days?

As it would seem he has some experience with the product I'm considering
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
08-30-2007, 01:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,515
Posted By Northwester

Trimax G-Drive with 330 HP diesel

Hi:

I would like to convert a Bertram 25' to Trimax g-drive with cummins 330hp 6bta5.9 diesel and ZF 63T inboard transmission.

I'm drawn to the simplicity of the Trimax drive. I realize that a...
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