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Forum: General Q & A
06-22-2025, 01:19 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

As a quick update, issues have been plaguing this...

As a quick update, issues have been plaguing this project. As of this writing, it was all put together and ready to run in October of 2024. Maiden voyage was a disaster. Details will follow once I...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-11-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,130
Posted By Fasterboatman

Thanks for the feedback, I did go with the Skip...

Thanks for the feedback, I did go with the Skip White 572s, with a cam for low and mid-range. 625hp at 4500 and 700tq at same. Target rpm is 4500, cruise range is 3200-4000, which is 356-516hp;...
Forum: General Q & A
03-12-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

This has been a journey of many mistakes. It all...

This has been a journey of many mistakes. It all started with a leaking transom assemblies and then of course the dreaded transom replacement. Everything was out, so why not a few upgrades.... 3...
Forum: General Q & A
03-12-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

Right now, all the measurements indicate all...

Right now, all the measurements indicate all should be straight, and the engines will mount on the pedestals pretty much as stock. Bob has taken great care to ensure alignment. Rik from Arneson has...
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

My apologies for not putting you in the list of...

My apologies for not putting you in the list of folks to thank for helping me before. I certainly do appreciate yours and everyone's feedback.
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

yeah that is a distinct possibility! Test fit of...

yeah that is a distinct possibility! Test fit of the engines is upcoming. thanks!
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 10:48 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

The rigger seems comfortable thus far, but as we...

The rigger seems comfortable thus far, but as we move closer to final engine placement, your input may need to be followed. I believe the rigger will be test fitting engines next week we will know...
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

Wellcraft 47 Excal with Surface Drives!!!!!

So with Covid, supply chains issues, a few budget issues, bubba rigger issues(and lots of lost cash), but mostly, just finding a really good rigger that will do it right, this project is back on...
Forum: General Q & A
03-10-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

As a late follow up, B1s did not work well, would...

As a late follow up, B1s did not work well, would not get this beast on plane ..... onto Surface drives.
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
03-29-2022, 08:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,881
Posted By Fasterboatman

Skip White goodness!

I strongly suggest SkipWhite! I have a pair of 572 with forged rotating assemblies and his "house" brand heads. 9.4:1 compression, and is a torque beast . Cam Choice # 3 By Comp Cams. Part number:...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
11-08-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,881
Posted By Fasterboatman

I used Skip White to great success. 572, with a...

I used Skip White to great success. 572, with a marine cam, 9.2:1 compression, runs like a beast on pump gas. 12k per motor 2 years ago. Best decision Ive ever made having a drop in crate motor...
Forum: Cigarette
11-01-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,377
Posted By Fasterboatman

Congrats!

Congrats!
Forum: General Q & A
11-01-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,377
Posted By Fasterboatman

What every one else said, but also add plug...

What every one else said, but also add plug wires, and coil packs, or at least test them when ever you change the plugs. I had these in my 47 Wellcraft, and replaced every sensor at least once in 200...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-28-2021, 06:45 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

I had a local guy weld the bungs in. Not cheap,...

I had a local guy weld the bungs in. Not cheap, but I could not find an adapter for my NoS Smooth side Gils headers. Hardin does have some good options here though:...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-27-2021, 01:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

So I got the bungs today! man these are not...

So I got the bungs today! man these are not junk, but really well made. they indicate their use as being for high temp usage such as turbos, and other power adders. Bbut it makes sense given the...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-27-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

Ordered a pair of the bung extensions. Ill let...

Ordered a pair of the bung extensions. Ill let you know how they work out. May not know until next year as Im replacing my Bravo 3s with Arnesons. Rooster tails for next year!
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-27-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

They use the same computer module, and Edlebrock...

They use the same computer module, and Edlebrock suggested I could upgrade the intake to the XT if I wanted to. they are wicked cool looking too!

jdr
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-26-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

I use the 4150 throttle plate style, and a large...

I use the 4150 throttle plate style, and a large K&N marine 5" tall air cleaner/arrestor. The XT was tested on my motors and gains were slight at best. I think with a bigger cam motor, these would...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-25-2021, 07:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

I was responding to Snowrunner about his 500EFI...

I was responding to Snowrunner about his 500EFI issues.

However, I will always listen to any feedback on the PF-4 system. My main concern is O2 sensor failure rates. I get about 8-10 hours before...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-18-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,189
Posted By Fasterboatman

So I have a pair of 572 with Edelbrock FI...

So I have a pair of 572 with Edelbrock FI (ProFlow 4). I ahd a similar issue early in my tuning cycle. It seems the o2 sensor would stop working above 3500rpm, and the computer would go the table. ...
Forum: General Q & A
10-18-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,301
Posted By Fasterboatman

I have a similar noise with my twins. Thinking...

I have a similar noise with my twins. Thinking it was my priority valve, I swapped each pump to individually run the power-steering, and either pump created the same sound. Turned out to be the...
Forum: General Q & A
10-10-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

Wow! I ahve not had this issue luckily, but Ive...

Wow! I ahve not had this issue luckily, but Ive been really very cautious with the B3s that I put back on.

Let us all know when your prop magic happens. It does seem to be mostly art, and only a...
Forum: General Q & A
10-08-2021, 09:02 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

Yes, I was expecting to see better numbers too....

Yes, I was expecting to see better numbers too. When I used the Go-fast BAM speed calculator for the B3s, it comes up real close to actual speeds. ...
Forum: General Q & A
10-07-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

What speeds have you seen? I really interested...

What speeds have you seen? I really interested in the cruising speeds/RPM, but top Speed is of course a big question too! thanks!
Forum: General Q & A
10-05-2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 23,348
Posted By Fasterboatman

Perfect, thanks. And apologies if I keep...

Perfect, thanks.

And apologies if I keep asking the same questions, Im just trying to get it right this time!

-j
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