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Forum: Formula
02-07-2022, 04:18 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 52,978
Posted By 40gt

I'd be very happy with that :drink:

I'd be very happy with that :drink:
Forum: Formula
02-05-2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 52,978
Posted By 40gt

I had a look. Oil levels good and the oil is as...

I had a look. Oil levels good and the oil is as new no obvious water contamination.
I just tried to pump out some oil out as I have a hose to the bottom of the high capacity sump, but no go.
The...
Forum: Formula
02-04-2022, 04:22 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 52,978
Posted By 40gt

Well we did the first sea trials today. Only...

Well we did the first sea trials today.
Only idled out for like 10 minutes and the starboard engine misfired and stalled.
Could not restart it.
Went home on the other engine.
At home started...
Forum: Formula
11-15-2021, 04:30 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 52,978
Posted By 40gt

Not yet - my 382 has turned into a very long term...

Not yet - my 382 has turned into a very long term project..
Life in general and work just keep getting in the way. Then Covid came along.
However - I am very close to sea trials.
I still have a...
Forum: Electronics
08-05-2020, 04:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,172
Posted By 40gt

382

Many, many years ago I bought a Formula 382 hull and deck that had been completely stripped. Some may remember the story, I believe the original owner was charged with insurance fraud.
The boat...
Forum: Electronics
08-04-2020, 05:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,172
Posted By 40gt

For now I have ordered a couple sets of analog...

For now I have ordered a couple sets of analog gauges.
I'll set up a gateway at a later date....
Forum: Electronics
06-30-2020, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,172
Posted By 40gt

Thanks to all for your replies. The engines...

Thanks to all for your replies.
The engines are definitely 525's with early Whipple kits on them.
So at least I know the way forward.

Your guidance is appreciated.
Forum: Electronics
06-29-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,172
Posted By 40gt

Merc Racing 2005 - 525EFI to Vesselview

I read that the Mercury VesselView system is compatible with all Mercury motors from 2004 up, including the Mercury Racing Engines.
So I bought 3 complete VesselView systems some years back.
Last...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-18-2019, 11:54 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 313,079
Posted By 40gt

I held up traffic to get a photo of this boat...

I held up traffic to get a photo of this boat name.

Interesting name especially if the captain is a woman !
...
Forum: Formula
08-25-2019, 10:33 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 52,978
Posted By 40gt

I think it is: d= rt :cool-smiley-011: ...

I think it is: d= rt

:cool-smiley-011:

You can use the equivalent formula d = rt which means distance equals rate times time. To solve for speed or rate use the formula for speed, s = d/t which...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
05-20-2019, 04:50 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 70,108
Posted By 40gt

Kevin, Three years later ...........Getting...

Kevin,
Three years later ...........Getting there little by little. This will be the last boat build project I start from just a hull and deck.
Just got some more parts off Rik. I replaced the...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
06-24-2018, 02:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 17,027
Posted By 40gt

If your looking for a speed increase only - many...

If your looking for a speed increase only - many American Cup boats use .................

Durepox - it was tested by the Otago Flume Laboratory and results showed that its satin finish gave a 15%...
Forum: Formula
08-09-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,235
Posted By 40gt

Looks good. Estimated HP & prop size / rake...

Looks good.
Estimated HP & prop size / rake details please.

PS: Rick - hope to have the boat in the water later this year. Too many work commitments - but getting there.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
02-04-2017, 06:01 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 51,245
Posted By 40gt

One tip I agree with is - only use quality wool...

One tip I agree with is - only use quality wool pads and change them out frequently.
Let the polishing begin!
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
01-06-2017, 05:21 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 51,245
Posted By 40gt

Buff Magic & Vitreo Polish

Old topic but still very relevant.

I just finished polishing my 382.
It was quite chalky when I started.

Definitely a huge job - I used Buff Magic and then finished with Vitreo ( Fountain of...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
09-19-2016, 02:49 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 70,108
Posted By 40gt

Looks good Kevin. I hope to get mine in the...

Looks good Kevin.
I hope to get mine in the water later this year!
About time - eh!
Forum: Scarab
04-23-2016, 06:47 AM
Replies: 1,783
Views: 893,713
Posted By 40gt

Fantastic! That will be a project and a half. ...

Fantastic!
That will be a project and a half.
Bring it on!

I like the photo comparing the two boats.
Actually I like all the photos - keep them coming.
I'm subscribed.

Good luck in the...
Forum: Formula
04-08-2016, 08:21 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 61,687
Posted By 40gt

I have one advantage - I am 100% unrigged right...

I have one advantage - I am 100% unrigged right now with no engines in the boat as I'm installing Arnesons.
So if I do anything now is the time to tackle it.
Call it preventative maintenance.
It's...
Forum: Formula
04-07-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 82,810
Posted By 40gt

I have a 2000 - 382 and it definitely has the...

I have a 2000 - 382 and it definitely has the plugs in the hull in the engine bay.
Possibly they were used for quality control, to check the plexus bond, and not necessarily used a repair point...
Forum: Formula
04-07-2016, 07:10 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 61,687
Posted By 40gt

Reading Daves reply in the other thread - maybe...

Reading Daves reply in the other thread - maybe not such a good idea unless done correctly.
Foam sounds like the go.
...
Forum: Formula
04-07-2016, 07:03 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 61,687
Posted By 40gt

A thought just came to mind. For those if us...

A thought just came to mind.

For those if us with Fastechs that don't have this damage (yet), I was thinking it might be a good idea to drill some holes and force some new plexus into the existing...
Forum: Formula
04-01-2016, 03:01 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 61,687
Posted By 40gt

I'll be watching these repairs closely. Keep...

I'll be watching these repairs closely.
Keep the information and pictures coming.

Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Formula
03-22-2016, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,050
Posted By 40gt

Boat testers seem to like them. ...

Boat testers seem to like them.

http://www.boatingmag.com/boats/formula-370-best-wishes
http://www.boattest.com/oem/386/boats/125/0/off

I have two brand new 8.1 GXis in my cruiser.
No...
Forum: Formula
03-22-2016, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By 40gt

To be honest I am just starting the build now so...

To be honest I am just starting the build now so the boat has not been in the water since I bought it.
When operational 90% will be ocean usage as I will be moving from Perth to Mandurah ( south of...
Forum: Formula
03-18-2016, 05:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By 40gt

Thank you very much for that! Exactly what...

Thank you very much for that!

Exactly what I need.

Regards,
Blaine
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