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Forum: Drives and Lower Units
06-24-2015, 11:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,449
Posted By bajamann

Bravo xr failure? Why?

I have a 353 fastech formula with 525's, Bravo XRs, stellings boxes. I was running 5 blade 30 pitch maximus props. I have had repeated failures on my port drive. Yoke seal failed twice, Upper gears...
Forum: Formula
03-01-2015, 12:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,199
Posted By bajamann

I have a 2004 353 with 525's, xr's, stellings...

I have a 2004 353 with 525's, xr's, stellings extension boxes. Best speed on gps was 86.4. Consistently hit 84. I have labbed 5 blade maximus turning out. This was formula factory setup. Problem is I...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
11-30-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 906
Posted By bajamann

Gimbal bearing or u joint?

I recently noticed a growling sound when running. Worse at speeds above 40 mph. Changes, but doesn't go away when wheel is turned, or when trim is adjusted. I have twin engine setup 2004 bravo xr's...
Forum: Trucks, Trailers and Transportation
10-31-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By bajamann

Anyone have experience with Sea Tech trailers out of Ft Lauderdale?

Looking at a new triple axle aluminum trailer from sea tech. 15,000 lb trailer at $5895 delivered. Seems like a pretty good deal. I only trailer once or twice a year unless I have a breakdown. ...
Forum: Formula
04-29-2014, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,202
Posted By bajamann

At WOT i am at appx 5100 rpm. I have no idea how...

At WOT i am at appx 5100 rpm. I have no idea how to tell where the boxes are set. I can throttle up very slowly with minimal prop blowout when coming on plane. The drives seem to shudder, then rpms...
Forum: Formula
04-24-2014, 09:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,202
Posted By bajamann

Four blade vs five blade on 353 Fastech?

I have a 2004 353 Formula Fastech with 525 efi's, XR drives with Stellings boxes. I currently spin 15 5/8 x 30 pitch Maximus props. Very slow to come on plane. The props cavitate when coming on...
Forum: Formula
03-26-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,862
Posted By bajamann

Bought my 353 with boxes. Would like to know what...

Bought my 353 with boxes. Would like to know what difference the boxes make. Takes some finese to get on plane without blowing props out. I am running 525's with stellings boxes, xr drives, and 30...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
03-21-2014, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 901
Posted By bajamann

Think I figured it out. 2 motors. 2 different...

Think I figured it out. 2 motors. 2 different sets of rockers. 16 d-10 out of stbd motor. 2 d-3 and 14 d-04 out of port.
Next time I will keep them better organized. Thanks!
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
03-21-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 901
Posted By bajamann

I can visualize where the shaved radius rocker...

I can visualize where the shaved radius rocker goes. I've got a quick question about the remaining rocker arms. I have crane gold 13-1.70.
7 are square D-04.
8 are rounded D-10.
1 is square...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
03-20-2014, 11:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 901
Posted By bajamann

525 efi help: Where do the shaved radius rocker arms go??

Doing a refresh on my 525's. Failed to note the positions of the shaved Crane gold rocker arms prior to removing them. Can anyone tell me what positions the shaved radius rockers go to clear the...
Forum: General Q & A
03-17-2014, 11:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,232
Posted By bajamann

In the process of refreshing my 525's with 300...

In the process of refreshing my 525's with 300 hours. Springs were shot. Three head gaskets were about to let go. Ordered upgraded parts from Young Performance. Hope to have em running this week. Had...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
02-24-2014, 11:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 872
Posted By bajamann

power steering cooler leaking?

Pulled the blue plug on bottom of power steering cooler. Initially water came out, but it was followed by what appeared to be power steering fluid. Where might my leak be? Hp525 efi with closed...
Forum: Formula
02-07-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,025
Posted By bajamann

e I agree. I am planning on putting together...

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I agree. I am planning on putting together some type of single valve drain system so that I can easily drain both sets of headers without taking 4 blue caps off. I only plan to drain when...
Forum: Formula
02-07-2014, 12:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,025
Posted By bajamann

Does anyone else have older CMI headers that have NOT leaked?

Has anyone had success with CMI headers over the long haul? I am in the process of refreshing my 2004 525's in a 353 Formula, and am trying to be as thorough as possible. I have 300 hours of fresh...
Forum: General Q & A
01-29-2014, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,316
Posted By bajamann

Charger does work with non gfi receptacle, but...

Charger does work with non gfi receptacle, but boat lives on a Sunstream lift in the water. We swim in the water. Need some kind of protection.
Forum: General Q & A
01-28-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,316
Posted By bajamann

Called Formula. They say the problem is the...

Called Formula. They say the problem is the galvanic isolator which causes a typical class A gfi to trip. They recommend a class B gfi receptacle which allows for higher amp leakage before tripping....
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-28-2014, 09:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,712
Posted By bajamann

HyFive- I like that set up. It maintains water...

HyFive- I like that set up. It maintains water pressure to the headers and allows for quick draining. Does this drain straight to the bilge or does it drain through hull? Do you have two or four...
Forum: General Q & A
01-27-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,113
Posted By bajamann

Try Eddie Young at Young Performance. He hooked...

Try Eddie Young at Young Performance. He hooked me up with the right parts for my 525.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-27-2014, 10:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,712
Posted By bajamann

Eddie Young alerted me to the Merc bulletin...

Eddie Young alerted me to the Merc bulletin (sterndrive no. 2010-1) specifying modifications to the older CMI headers. Spoke with CMI rep last week and he confirmed this mod. Involves blocking off...
Forum: General Q & A
01-19-2014, 09:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,316
Posted By bajamann

Any response from Formula? I am experiencing...

Any response from Formula? I am experiencing same problem. Hate to remove GFI when using shorepower over the water.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
12-23-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,086
Posted By bajamann

Posted!

Posted!
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
12-05-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,752
Posted By bajamann

My old 275 ram mounted to the forward bulkhead in...

My old 275 ram mounted to the forward bulkhead in the center. Check out the 275's in the classifieds.

http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifieds/index.php?page=images&id=52131&f=52131_8.jpg
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
12-05-2013, 12:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 808
Posted By bajamann

need parts for 525efi refresh. Where to go?

I'm at 300 hours and am ready to refresh top end on my 2004 525 efi's. Would like to upgrade to cometic head gaskets and arp head bolts. Plan to replace valve seals and springs. Can I purchase these...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
12-04-2013, 11:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 656
Posted By bajamann

Skipped Key West races this year and went to Cabo...

Skipped Key West races this year and went to Cabo with a big group of friends. Did some offshore fishing, hiking, dune buggys down the pacific coast and through the desert, partied at cabo wabo....
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
10-30-2013, 08:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,677
Posted By bajamann

Thanks! Had the drive rebuilt a few months ago...

Thanks! Had the drive rebuilt a few months ago and looks like the mechanism was clamped on a bit out of alignment. The push rod was bent over the top of the Cup-trim actuator. I noticed my...
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