I couldn't get a read on #8 as the header flange was too big to be able to get the compression tester coupling on the fitting that screws into the head. I may look into a different tester and try it again later. I think my results were good enough that I'm not terribly worried about that one though. What is it they say? If all cylinders are within 10% you should consider it ok?

Next weekend, we get to clean and wax and she'll be on the water. I haven't gotten my steering kit yet, so as soon as that comes in I'll put it on.

Where's the best place to buy cooling hoses? Anybody make after market? The factory ones a re real expensive! I changed out my water pump impeller, and all the hoses looked like they were ready to be replaced.

To replace hoses that are straight, you can go to Napa and buy their superflex.
For hoses that have/require a molded shape buy the OEM replacement parts mail order from BAM.

Just got the call, we splash on friday !!!!!!

Hey Pat, I found that gates makes the big formed hose. Oreillys can get it for me for $19! That's a little better than $50 for the Mercruiser one. Heck, Gates probably makes it for them!

Motivation!!!!!!

http://media.putfile.com/HudsonRun091705-102

This is my small winter project that without Rick would have never happend. Rick a big thanks! Now the one of a kind boat has a one of a kind step.

That Looks Real Nice Mike

Nice work to you and Rick! We LOVE the stairs on the Y2K....

K

Sweeeeet!
Nicely Done!

At first read, I thought you put a step on the bottom!!! Duh