Offshoreonly.com - Search Results
Offshoreonly.com

Go Back  Offshoreonly.com > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 3 of 4
1
2
3
4
Search: Posts Made By: mjw930
Showing results 51 to 75 of 97
Search took 0.01 seconds; generated 63 minute(s) ago.
Forum: Velocity
01-25-2008, 06:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,478
Posted By mjw930

I didn't mean to imply that the moisture meter...

I didn't mean to imply that the moisture meter was the only thing you should use but it's the only way to know if there is truly any moisture in the core..... Once you find moisture you then have to...
Forum: Velocity
01-24-2008, 08:26 PM
Replies: 284
Views: 162,243
Posted By mjw930

Here's my old '96 26' (back when a 26 was REALLY...

Here's my old '96 26' (back when a 26 was REALLY a 26' boat).

Sold it in '02 and I hear it has a nice home up in VA or NC.

1996 26' Thoroughbred Velocity Blueprinted bottom
Express Engines...
Forum: Velocity
01-24-2008, 08:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,411
Posted By mjw930

I've owned a Velocity with a wet transom. The...

I've owned a Velocity with a wet transom. The problem is all about how the factory sealed (or didn't) the thru-hull fittings. On my '96 26 (280) they didn't seal the bolts that hold on the swim...
Forum: Velocity
01-24-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,478
Posted By mjw930

A moisture meter is about the only way to know...

A moisture meter is about the only way to know conclusively. Any licensed marine surveyor will have one and should come out and check your's for a nominal fee.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-23-2008, 06:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,737
Posted By mjw930

I would agree about regular maintenance as well...

I would agree about regular maintenance as well as preventive rebuilds but I tend to disagree about the value of a drive shower as well as your assertion that he WILL break the drive.

The X drive...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-22-2008, 06:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,737
Posted By mjw930

It should be fine but you can take some...

It should be fine but you can take some precautions to ensure longevity:

Change to synthetic gear oil and dump the Merc green fluid of death. I like Redline Heavy Shockproof but some use the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-22-2008, 07:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,570
Posted By mjw930

How about Gene Whipp? Here's one like I...

How about Gene Whipp?

Here's one like I found and a picture, though I'm sure there are much better pictures around. Gene is on the left.

http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0411.html
Forum: Insurance and Finance
01-20-2008, 09:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,526
Posted By mjw930

To your original question if the state you are...

To your original question if the state you are moving to is FL then as long as you were a resident of NC when you bought the boat and had it previously titled in NC AND you had it registered there...
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
01-20-2008, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,530
Posted By mjw930

Ah, seems to me that it's just basic good...

Ah, seems to me that it's just basic good seamanship to have PFD's for everyone ALL THE TIME but hey, that's just me.........
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2008, 06:58 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 79,367
Posted By mjw930

The guy behind JC is Bruce from Express Engines /...

The guy behind JC is Bruce from Express Engines / GB Marine. He had the Revenger RIB there as a safety / chase boat.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2008, 06:52 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,691
Posted By mjw930

Yes

Yes
Forum: Insurance and Finance
01-19-2008, 03:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,959
Posted By mjw930

Didn't know that. Good thing I sold my 26' a few...

Didn't know that. Good thing I sold my 26' a few years ago ;)
Forum: Velocity
01-19-2008, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,156
Posted By mjw930

It's not typically a construction issue but a...

It's not typically a construction issue but a rigging issue. On my '96 26' Velocity the transom was wet due to the factory not sealing the holes used to mount the swim platform or the thru hull...
Forum: Insurance and Finance
01-19-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,959
Posted By mjw930

Try Allstate, they have pretty decent rates and I...

Try Allstate, they have pretty decent rates and I think they will cover up to 75 mph boats but I'm not entirely sure of the limits.

I just insured a Donzi 22 Classic for $20K stated value + $4000...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2008, 07:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,679
Posted By mjw930

You should be OK with a single ram partial system...

You should be OK with a single ram partial system though a single ram full system will add precision, especially when you are driving the boat at 80+. Going 80+ is a whole lot different than going...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-19-2008, 06:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,679
Posted By mjw930

There are 3 types of hydraulic steering...

There are 3 types of hydraulic steering available;

Full INTERNAL hydraulic where you replace the steering cable and factory power assist with a hydraulic helm and a gimbal mounted balanced ram.
...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-07-2008, 09:14 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,628
Posted By mjw930

On moderate power the Velocity hull usually...

On moderate power the Velocity hull usually matches and in may respect exceeds the performance of the stepped or aerated hulls. When you get to the big power are are trying to go 100+ that the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-06-2008, 08:39 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,628
Posted By mjw930

Steve has always made a center console version of...

Steve has always made a center console version of the 22 but it was special order.

IMHO The biggest problem he has with the 22 CC is the fit and finish. It's a 20 year old drop in deck mold...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-05-2008, 08:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,628
Posted By mjw930

Steve is an avid golfer, has been for years. ...

Steve is an avid golfer, has been for years.

Trust me, this is Velocity.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-05-2008, 08:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,628
Posted By mjw930

It's Velocity.

It's Velocity.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-04-2008, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,652
Posted By mjw930

Yes, word travels fast :) Thanks for...

Yes, word travels fast :)

Thanks for hooking me up with your brother.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-04-2008, 11:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,652
Posted By mjw930

Yep, I talked to him at length last night and...

Yep, I talked to him at length last night and everything seems to be done right and he gave me the history of the boat.

Now all he has to do is call me back, I don't think I insulted him with my...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-04-2008, 11:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,816
Posted By mjw930

Buy 2 Intercoolers and run more boost. Aside...

Buy 2 Intercoolers and run more boost. Aside from that, $10,000 won't get you much if anything inside the motors and it sounds like they are built already.

These should do the trick:...
Forum: Trucks, Trailers and Transportation
01-04-2008, 07:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By mjw930

Gary, Check out Ameritrail...

Gary,

Check out Ameritrail http://www.ameratrail.com/

They make Velocity's trailers. Of course shipping to NJ would be a *****......

What brands are carried by your local dealers?

BTW,...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
01-04-2008, 07:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,652
Posted By mjw930

That's the plan. I'm awaiting a call back from...

That's the plan. I'm awaiting a call back from the owner with his "firm" price and if it's in my comfort zone then I'll do the deal. Of course contingent on inspection and sea trial. I fully...
Showing results 51 to 75 of 97
 
Page 3 of 4
1
2
3
4


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.