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Forum: General Q & A
09-14-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,087
Posted By ThisIsLivin

The rubber looks like it has splits in it. Time...

The rubber looks like it has splits in it. Time to get new, I just replaced mine with a decent SFI rated piece from JEGS.
09-01-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,626
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I bought some rust and scale remover from the...

I bought some rust and scale remover from the dollar store and use it to remove the film from my stainless mufflers. I wrap them in paper towel and soak it with the stuff. It works on rust stains...
09-01-2020, 11:27 AM
Forum: General Q & A
08-28-2020, 09:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,738
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I got it from Pit Stop USA. Just checked their...

I got it from Pit Stop USA. Just checked their site and it’s now $625. Didn’t realize what a deal I got. Either way knowing what I know now I would pay whatever it costs. I was actually thinking...
Forum: General Q & A
08-25-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,108
Posted By ThisIsLivin

What's the issue with Taylor wires? Daytona...

What's the issue with Taylor wires? Daytona Sensors recommended them, so I gave them a try, no issues so far. They are spiral wound for RFI/EMI control and only 50 ohms per foot.
Forum: General Q & A
08-25-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,419
Posted By ThisIsLivin

If the octane rating is the same there are no...

If the octane rating is the same there are no advantages. Now if you are talking about E85 that's a different story. Biggest issue is Ethanol loves to suck water and can corrode parts not designed...
Forum: General Q & A
08-25-2020, 07:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,738
Posted By ThisIsLivin

That's easy, Daytona Sensors CD-1 Marine...

That's easy, Daytona Sensors CD-1 Marine ignition. Completely programmable, has idle speed control for those of us with big cam and start retard. You can tie timing to boost levels, you can retard...
Forum: General Q & A
08-19-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 588
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Do you have straight cut tips? If so, you can...

Do you have straight cut tips? If so, you can get external flappers from Hardin, I have both.
08-18-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,323
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Try Ron at Dynamic Speed and Marine, they also...

Try Ron at Dynamic Speed and Marine, they also own Captains Cove Marina. He does all my machining and engine work. They are located at Hall and Jefferson.
Forum: General Q & A
08-18-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,424
Posted By ThisIsLivin

The biggest question is what will your ignition...

The biggest question is what will your ignition support? Most aftermarket ignition systems will give you a recommended gap for the boost you are running.
Forum: General Q & A
08-17-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,785
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I'm running a custom Comp Cams CB-3113/3151 that...

I'm running a custom Comp Cams CB-3113/3151 that ends up being .623/.612 lift, 242/252 @ .050" and lobe separation at 112 with a 1.7 rocker. It's in a 524ci BBC with AFR 315 heads Ferrea valves,...
08-17-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,359
Posted By ThisIsLivin

2 jet sizes might still be a little lean. I went...

2 jet sizes might still be a little lean. I went 2 on mine and didn't seem to make that big of a step.
Forum: General Q & A
08-15-2020, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,177
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Exactly my point earlier.

Exactly my point earlier.
Forum: General Q & A
08-15-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,177
Posted By ThisIsLivin

How do you get 1.5 quarts of water past the...

How do you get 1.5 quarts of water past the pistons without hydro locking the motor?
Forum: General Q & A
08-14-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,177
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Simple answer is no. I'm thinking they may have...

Simple answer is no. I'm thinking they may have used the wrong head gasket or you had a leak at the intake, especially to get 1.5 quarts of water.
08-14-2020, 08:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,515
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Similar thing happened to me. I was cruising...

Similar thing happened to me. I was cruising along and felt a soft thud. I stopped the boat and raised the drive checked the prop, ran my hand along the leading edge of the lower unit and nothing. ...
08-14-2020, 07:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,071
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Oh boy. There are 2 tools you need to use when...

Oh boy. There are 2 tools you need to use when swapping the shift cable. I just did mine and I used both. You can get the plastic tool from MerCruiser Tools and Supplies for the do-it-yourselfer...
08-13-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,071
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Have you checked you cable adjustment with the...

Have you checked you cable adjustment with the plastic Merc tool? You may be over driving it into forward causing it to bind.
Forum: General Q & A
08-12-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,619
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Under water at idle is bad, when you come off...

Under water at idle is bad, when you come off plane you will get water in your motor even with flappers. If your stock with the stock exhaust, you don't make much noise. It's probably less than...
Forum: General Q & A
08-12-2020, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,476
Posted By ThisIsLivin

https://www.cpperformance.com/images/product/large...

https://www.cpperformance.com/images/product/large/410-284405.jpg

I should have included the picture to begin with. This is the style I am considering. I'm mostly out on Lake Huron and don't...
Forum: General Q & A
08-12-2020, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,476
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I was looking at the straight through offshore...

I was looking at the straight through offshore version.
Forum: General Q & A
08-12-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,476
Posted By ThisIsLivin

Any Experience with HCX mufflers

I want to dump my Gibson exhaust for something more free flowing that will take some of the bark out of my exhaust. Without mufflers I don't just scare the kids, I scare the adults too. I saw these...
Forum: General Q & A
08-11-2020, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I don't think the 1100A is Coast Guard approved. ...

I don't think the 1100A is Coast Guard approved. You would have to use the DB2025-A.
Forum: General Q & A
08-11-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By ThisIsLivin

I'm currently running the Airtex version of the...

I'm currently running the Airtex version of the Merc sea water pump and I'm running almost 700hp. You don't have much of a selection when it comes to the sea water pumps as they have a different cam...
Forum: General Q & A
08-10-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,146
Posted By ThisIsLivin

What do your plugs look like after a hard run at...

What do your plugs look like after a hard run at wide open? If they have some color on them then fuel isn't the issue. If you have at least 5.5lbs of fuel pressure, fuel delivery shouldn't be the...
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