making progress rigging twins

[davemvegas]

so far the only cost that really surprised me. is the price you have to pay for stainless an-6 hose ends. it is going smoothly other then I still have not decided where I can put the 2 shift controls. I used the original mount that had the throttle and shifter for two throttles. 294370294371

[aggiestckl]

Looks good. Theres a member here from long island that does hydraulic lines.

[mragu]

Looks good. Theres a member here from long island that does hydraulic lines.
Hoser

[tux974]

Hoser

:iagree: 631 673 7071 ask for Billy.

[davemvegas]

:iagree: 631 673 7071 ask for Billy.

wrong number. nice guy but he does not know billy or make hoses.

[tux974]

wrong number. nice guy but he does not know billy or make hoses.

OOPs, 631 563 7071

[baja200merk]

http://www.morelandhose.com/

4118 Sunrise Highway
Oakdale, NY 11769
631-563-7071

135 Adams Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550
516-485-9898

[ridgerunner]

You gonna have to cut the extra crap off the clamp bracket to use those jack plates? What is that stuff for if anyone cares to enlighten me. Looks good BTW. You using the 300XS's?

[davemvegas]

I already cut both my motors to fit the bobs machine jack plate on my stratos. I have no idea what the extra 2 holes on the port clamp are for. my latest hurdle is finding a good spot for my shifters. I have both throttles in the original throttle/shifter location. that area is not wide enough for 4 handles so I paired up the throttles in that spot. now I need a comfortable and tasteful place to mount the shifters. 294473

[Onetime]

The mounting boss with the two holes on the port clamp bracket were originally for a power steering pump mount.
Mercury dropped the idea by 2000 year model or earlier.
Don't know why they are still on the brackets. Maybe cheaper then changing the patterns or plans for something in the future.
As you found, either have to cut the bosses off or use spacer plates for them to fit on most jack plates.

[Rayzor]

I already cut both my motors to fit the bobs machine jack plate on my stratos. I have no idea what the extra 2 holes on the port clamp are for. my latest hurdle is finding a good spot for my shifters. I have both throttles in the original throttle/shifter location. that area is not wide enough for 4 handles so I paired up the throttles in that spot. now I need a comfortable and tasteful place to mount the shifters. 294473

I'd pair up your shifters where they are and install a split foot throttle. Once you get used to using a foot throttle, you'll realize how much better control you have in the turns. Hand throttles are great for offshore racing when you split the throttle/driving duties, but they suck when you drive solo. It's impossible to run a cat hard in the turns with hand throttles. When used in conjunction with a left dead pedal or foot trim, you can stabilize yourself well in the rough and they work great there also. I've never understood hand throttles in high performance pleasure boats..........

[tux974]

I'd pair up your shifters where they are and install a split foot throttle. Once you get used to using a foot throttle, you'll realize how much better control you have in the turns. Hand throttles are great for offshore racing when you split the throttle/driving duties, but they suck when you drive solo. It's impossible to run a cat hard in the turns with hand throttles. When used in conjunction with a left dead pedal or foot trim, you can stabilize yourself well in the rough and they work great there also. I've never understood hand throttles in high performance pleasure boats..........

:iagree: 100%, you will love it!!
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[mrcrsr]

dave, hydraulic supply in west palm beach stocks all the fittings and hose, right off blue heron, I've run down there many times. the in control split foot throttle is the way to go!

[motorheadbishop]

Lookin GREAT Davey!!!

Hurry up, weathers fitna get nice....:cheers:

[davemvegas]

got some more things done. other motor is mounted. capalano helm is in. and all hoses are run to the latham side ram steering. I have decided to go with the n-control dual side mount shifters. waiting for them to get here then see best place to mount them. I almost went with the foot throttle suggestions. but I think the convenience of being able to leave the dock and other tight places standing up. the hand throttles are worth the extra money and mounting work.294735

[shadow1986]

got some more things done. other motor is mounted. capalano helm is in. and all hoses are run to the latham side ram steering. I have decided to go with the n-control dual side mount shifters. waiting for them to get here then see best place to mount them. I almost went with the foot throttle suggestions. but I think the convenience of being able to leave the dock and other tight places standing up. the hand throttles are worth the extra money and mounting work.294735


Dang Dave , looks like there is going to be a new sheriff in town!!!!:):) Looks great can't wait to hear and see it run...:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Stoker1]

how about you spend some of that boating money on a decent camera? Those are foggy but can still make out some detail.

[davemvegas]

how about you spend some of that boating money on a decent camera? Those are foggy but can still make out some detail.

I was not sure of the boat porn rules. I know if I stare at it in good light. I get a woody. so I blurred the x rated pics to be safe.

[davemvegas]

finally have working shifters and throttles. would have liked to put the n-control shifter a little lower. there is no space between panel and fuel tank so it had to install where it is. just waiting on tie bar to get here and I still have to run fuel and oil hoses. other then that it is about done.295055295056 shifters are hard to see in the dark shadow. they are red anodized and match the steering wheel and switch bezels nicely.

[tux974]

Dave, coming along very nicely!!!!
I have to agree with Stoker1, get a better camera to show that nice work, products and details....;):D

[motorheadbishop]

WAKE UP DAVEY!!!
You aint gonna get that boat done by sunday layin in that bed....

Stevie said Bridge to Harbor Branch...:eek::cheers:

[davemvegas]

WAKE UP DAVEY!!!
You aint gonna get that boat done by sunday layin in that bed....

Stevie said Bridge to Harbor Branch...:eek::cheers:

been out of bed since 9am. I had to do prep work at burger king until late last night. I don't get to spray bugs and knock off at 2 everyday. heck with Stevie. I want some triad from bridge to harbor branch.

[Mr. Action]

been out of bed since 9am. I had to do prep work at burger king until late last night. I don't get to spray bugs and knock off at 2 everyday. heck with Stevie. I want some triad from bridge to harbor branch.


U gunna have to get up way earlier then 9 to get with the triad he's on his 3rd sipper by 9

[motorheadbishop]

U gunna have to get up way earlier then 9 to get with the triad he's on his 3rd sipper by 9

Cant really say you've drank all day unless you start in the morning... LMAO!!!!

[baja200merk]

Its noon somewhere :D

[MCRacing]

how about you spend some of that boating money on a decent camera? Those are foggy but can still make out some detail.

You beat me to it hahaha, Dave put the light behind the shots, your killing our eyes.

[davemvegas]

finished up the outside today. got the tie bar today also. I just have to get the length right for everything that routes thru the rigging tubes. and bleed the steering and I am done.

what fluid is recommended for capilano helm and latham cyls. power steering or hyd fluid?295151

[davemvegas]

You beat me to it hahaha, Dave put the light behind the shots, your killing our eyes.

Dave I cant find the light switch to turn the sun off. the front of my boat is facing west and everyone knows I sleep past noon. so it is always shinning in.

[Mr. Action]

Tranny fluid works great treat her like a turbo 400 gm n she won't say no

[JPEROG]

So glad you decided to go this route. You are going to have whats known as a permi-smile every time you lay into it. Acceleration is sooo addictive.

Joe

[davemvegas]

So glad you decided to go this route. You are going to have whats known as a permi-smile every time you lay into it. Acceleration is sooo addictive.

Joe

well Joe.we will see soon. never had 2 optiturds on one boat before. so far the 300xs has not done for me what the 280 on my vegas did. you stab a 280 and it hauled all the way to the 7800 limiter. a single 300xs is a dog to 3200 then hits the power until shortly after 6000 it is done. I sure hope that 2 of them will bring back the fast boat feel.

[davemvegas]

went home last night with about 4 hours of work left to get it finished. ( I thought ) came in today and worked for 7 hours. now I think in about 4 more hours I may have it done. going back to work now. will update progress in 7 hours.

[Capt.Insane-o]

Sounds about right.

[Rayzor]

well Joe.we will see soon. never had 2 optiturds on one boat before. so far the 300xs has not done for me what the 280 on my vegas did. you stab a 280 and it hauled all the way to the 7800 limiter. a single 300xs is a dog to 3200 then hits the power until shortly after 6000 it is done. I sure hope that 2 of them will bring back the fast boat feel.

The twins will be a HUGE improvement! You can also get noticeable gains in acceleration with DBR's Stage I kit for your Optis if you still want more acceleration - even with the twins.

[Chaz]

Ain't nuttin wrong wiff his camera. It's all that Burger King grease smeared all over the lens .. :smiletest:

New sheriff , twins , kits , addictive acceleration .. :eek:

You gonna need to give me at least , two and the wiggle tweenst the bridge and Harbor Branch .. I'll get "burn rubber" to come broker a deal .. :p

Hey , you still gotz a transfer jug at the shop .. mines gonna be all the way back in Palm City .. and I hate to run out .. ;)

I still ain't got even fer twenty five years ago , when you'll whooped me with that bottlefied 4 door green Plymouth out at Rinker ...... :D

All kiddin aside Big Daddy , Yo ride is lookin sweet fer the summer .. :thumbsup:

[davemvegas]

have it running but with the alarm going off. I threw in the towel on trying for tomorrow. I have a full day of clean up to do after I find the alarm problem. the port motor has steady alarm with key on and motor running or not. starboard has one beep when you turn key on like it should.

[vnemous]

are you running smartcraft guages Dave?

[baja200merk]

Bash the alarm with a large hammer :D

[davemvegas]

no smartcraft. the boat had lavorsi analog gauges with the single motor. I pulled the boat apart and took it to Wildman. he put in a second set of matching gauges and ran new harnesses to the back of boat for me. so I am thinking the issue is something I done back at the motor. I did unplug all the sensors 1 at a time with no change. I just need to take a break and start fresh and I am sure it is something simple. I run one of my 300xs motors on my stratos with omc analog gauges. it took me a couple of days to get the alarm to work right on it. but I did get every gauge to work and the alarm worked right also. Mike are you coming back for river ranch? you should try to make it down for it or the keys run in may.

[mrcrsr]

dave, did you put the ddt on it and see if it was an engine problem?

[That's Right]

dave, did you put the ddt on it and see if it was an engine problem?

Charlie, you know Dave's azz is still in the mfn bed:D

[mrcrsr]

lol! i'm getting ready to start putting my engine back together, got up early and am in the shop already:D dave i have a ddt if you need it checked

[vnemous]

No Dave I wont be back till next winter unless i get free this summer. I would love to bring my super down again now that we have all the problems straightened out with my 300x. Might even be able to keep up a bit:D

[Chaz]

I just texted him a copy of the "beep sheet"

[davemvegas]

thanks Charlie (mrcrsr) for bringing the ddt by today. turned out to be the map sensor out of range by small amount. that caused a solid beep tone weather motor was running or not. Charlie also saved me from trying to modify my new n-control shifter. i was not aware the on the port side with a left spinning lower unit. that the shifter actually pushes lever back where reverse is on a standard case. motors are rigged and running. just need to clean up the inside rigging a little and put the seats back in. i am thinking about 4 hours from being done. ( i have thought that for the last 2 days)

[motorheadbishop]

Looks like Stevie is out... He lost back to back yesterday to the triad...:eek:...
It'll be like a hi.po opti shootout....:p:cheers:

If u get it running, we will be at the cove all day today... I called in sick...;)

[Crazy Local]

Looks like Stevie is out... He lost back to back yesterday to the triad...:eek:...
It'll be like a hi.po opti shootout....:p:cheers:

If u get it running, we will be at the cove all day today... I called in sick...;)

If you're going to call in sick make sure you inform your friends. I could be out at the island for weeks with all the time I've built up.


PS: Dave, boat looks stupid with twins. Change it back.

[motorheadbishop]

If you're going to call in sick make sure you inform your friends. I could be out at the island for weeks with all the time I've built up.


PS: Dave, boat looks stupid with twins. Change it back.

Statement #1... U just started to feel ill... Go home, load up, and come on out... Just look for the orange boat and a guy tilt'n back a sipper, That'll be me.... LMAO!!!!

Satement #2 Change it Back??? I think when dave reads that he will probley spit soda threw his nose....
Tellin him to change it back would be like tellin him to finish that green car in the shop... (AINT GONNA HAPPEN)....:p:cheers:

Dave if you get it running grab some "gatorades" and come on out....

[davemvegas]

wish I could motorhead. I got called in early for a double shift today. I have to serve them whoppers.

on#2. Ken what is your race report on the bishop vs Stevie yesterday. not sure you two are talking about the same race. aleast you both agree that one boat was a triad and the other was a euro.


#3. ken I am way ahead of you on switching back to 1 motor. my bk manager has told me once all the snowbirds leave. I will lose my overtime. on 35 hours a week I cant buy gas for 2 motors. gotta run. someone is at the drive up window.

[Crazy Local]

wish I could motorhead. I got called in early for a double shift today. I have to serve them whoppers.

on#2. Ken what is your race report on the bishop vs Stevie yesterday. not sure you two are talking about the same race. aleast you both agree that one boat was a triad and the other was a euro.


#3. ken I am way ahead of you on switching back to 1 motor. my bk manager has told me once all the snowbirds leave. I will lose my overtime. on 35 hours a week I cant buy gas for 2 motors. gotta run. someone is at the drive up window.

on# 2: I had to get the picture off my phone. This is what the finish line looked like:

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on #3: Would you like fries with that?

on #4: I heard someone got beat by a Donzi today at the island (not naming names), and the Triad will be celebrating another victory at the island tomorrow.

[davemvegas]

on# 2: I had to get the picture off my phone. This is what the finish line looked like:

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on #3: Would you like fries with that?

on #4: I heard someone got beat by a Donzi today at the island (not naming names), and the Triad will be celebrating another victory at the island tomorrow.


motorhead.... it looks like you have some splaining to do. you could try calling it photo shopped. or maybe go with. I wasn't seeing clearly because his rooster was blocking my view.

[That's Right]

Definitely photo shopped

[davemvegas]

it is done. I will be taking to the water sunday to see how it runs with twins. took much longer then I thought it should. I will post some finished pics after I give it a good cleaning Saturday. ( I meant to say after lisa gives it a good cleaning)

[mrcrsr]

it is done. I will be taking to the water sunday to see how it runs with twins. took much longer then I thought it should. I will post some finished pics after I give it a good cleaning Saturday. ( I meant to say after lisa gives it a good cleaning)
burger king won't let you off until sunday:p i would take a sick day:D

[tux974]

Took much longer then I thought it should and it also cost much more then I thought it would!!...:eek: The other great line is..."I have a budget"..:smiletest:
What a surprise ;) nothing new there when it comes to boats......:D

I'm sure it came out great and it will run real well with twins....GL...:thumbsup:

[davemvegas]

What type/brand steering hose did you end up going with? And what did it cost per foot? thanx.

3/8 single wire hyd hose. not sure of the price. it seems free compared to stainless fittings.

[DonG]

Just out of curiosity what prop were you running when it was set up as a single 300xs? Thanks!

[davemvegas]

Just out of curiosity what prop were you running when it was set up as a single 300xs? Thanks!

27 tempest, 26 trophy and 28 trophy. best speed was 78 with tempest. best all around prop was 26 trophy 75 mph. would run 78 with the 28 trophy but any steering input would scrub off 5 mph.

[DonG]

27 tempest, 26 trophy and 28 trophy. best speed was 78 with tempest. best all around prop was 26 trophy 75 mph. would run 78 with the 28 trophy but any steering input would scrub off 5 mph.

Thanks for the info!

[NAVISPEED1]

Dave, Pictures???? :cheers:

[davemvegas]

I will post finished pics tomorrow after Lisa gets it shined up. i have to get the whopper grease off my camera lens also.

[davemvegas]

here are some pics of it finished.295581295582295583295584295585

[vnemous]

Lisa looks great:D

[NAVISPEED1]

here are some pics of it finished.295581295582295583295584295585

Congrats Dave looks flipping awesome!!!!!! now get it wet and let see what it can do!! :cheers:

[davemvegas]

Congrats Dave looks flipping awesome!!!!!! now get it wet and let see what it can do!! :cheers:

will be at the ramp tomorrow about 10am. I sent pics to motorhead bishop. he got so shook up he pulled the motor off his boat. ( something about a 6hr maintance thing I guess ).

I just noticed the tach on the right is 10,000 rpm the one on the left is 9,000 rpm. I think I need to give my gauge guy a call.

[motorheadbishop]

will be at the ramp tomorrow about 10am. I sent pics to motorhead bishop. he got so shook up he pulled the motor off his boat. ( something about a 6hr maintance thing I guess ).

I just noticed the tach on the right is 10,000 rpm the one on the left is 9,000 rpm. I think I need to give my gauge guy a call.

Gauge guy said don't worry about it, your only gonna use 0-6k anyways... Lol....
I heard Stevie sayin somethin about Davey better be looking for a 3rd motor if your gonna
Compete with the famos Stevie weavie ... :D

Does look really good thou!... Maybe you will keep it now... Lol...
Ginger said its a keeper...

[davemvegas]

motorhead what the are you doing up at 5.40am? bring your tug boat or something that floats to the island today. we are heading out to gas up now. will to the ramp about 11.

[hoser]

295583OTE]

Be carful Those trim and steering hoses are all wrong

[davemvegas]

295583OTE]

Be carful Those trim and steering hoses are all wrong

it is single wire hyd hose. 3600 psi. what am I doing wrong?

[Mr. Demeanor]

When you need batteries take a look at these. I just put a set in my boat. Baddest group 24's you will find. Made by Northstar with a 4 year replacement warranty. The Opti needs a lot of juice to start. 1000 MCA minimum.
http://www.batteriesplus.com/product/46441-SLI24AGMDPM-Battery/100245-1/106974-X2-Power-Batteries/106976-Marine_RV/AGM.aspx

[hoser]

The trim hoses all have steel ends on them and there going to rust up in no time
what I really don't like is the steering hoses ...... seems like someone installed the wrong type of ends on them (also steel ) but not designed
for the hose you put them on to ....
if one of the ends blow off you can really get yourself hurt

[85nova]

Who makes that bezel for the helm?

[mrcrsr]

how did the boat run dave?

[Scream And Fly]

Looks fantastic!

Greg

[motorheadbishop]

how did the boat run dave?

I didn't go out yesterday, had to stay home and de-rig the Triad,
BUT I kept hearing a buzzer going off down the river like every 2 mins.,
later to find out It was Davey hittin the limiter... LMAO!!!:cheers:
So I'm doin the math, and for some reason I think Davey was at the shop early this morning waxing that baby!!!!:p

[Riverratt]

Is your boss at Burger King ok with the fact that you did your boat in McDonalds colors? Just kidding looks nice.

[JPEROG]

It should run great. Here is a video of bullyheads out in Az. with the same basic set up. I know that Randy mounted Daves jackplates on the same center to center.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbVeVgcDsuk

Joe

[Mr. Demeanor]

Is your boss at Burger King ok with the fact that you did your boat in McDonalds colors? Just kidding looks nice.

Ha...I thought the same thing. Now if his wife was only named Wendy.....:D

[davemvegas]

after going out yesterday I am unsure if it is a better boat now. the good.. mid range and top speed is awesome. fuel mileage is still very good. The bad....sits in the water like a bobber. slow speed steering is a non function. getting on plane is a struggle.

the really bad. I ordered 2 pistons and sleeves today. parts seem to be slim to none for the 300xs motor. so I am guessing they are hard to break. I tore it up in about 4 hours. I did locate the parts today so it should be back together for this sunday.

I think I am going to move both batteries to the front. and not fill up both 58 gal tanks to ride to the local hang out like I did yesterday.

[baja200merk]

Dam... What happened to the motor?

[NAVISPEED1]

Sorry to hear that Dave, I don't know what it is but with boats it never ends, and I've heard that with cats its even worse. Hope you'll get back in the water soon.
I guess we're all in the same boat here :cheers:

[JPEROG]

That's a ton of fuel-I would have Randy put you in touch with Bullyhead and discuss weight, props, etc. with him. His was dialed in and seemed to do everything right.

Joe

[davemvegas]

here is a video of us getting in on a 3 way 50mph race.



https://www.facebook.com/shares/view?id=10201771276384713

[davemvegas]

Dam... What happened to the motor?

not sure of the cause but #1 stuck so hard it yanked the rod out of it. #6 looks good on top of piston but side is gouged up bad. really did not hurt the block much. I have 2 sleeves on the way and 2 pistons ordered. also need 1 rod. crank is unhurt. the only thing I see that may be the cause is the 2 center mains were full of lake muck. maybe 1 and 6 was not getting oil thru the supply line fittings. the are small. I am pulling the other mud motor apart to give it a good cleaning before I run it. depends how fast parts get here which powerhead will go on it first.

the other mud motor I am pulling apart to clean is not the starboard motor. I am running the original 2007 motor on starboard. the 2013 port motor is the one that broke. I have a match to it that I am pulling apart to clean. I may run it while I am waiting on sleeves. I should have taken both apart before running either of them. I pulled the plenums off and blew out what seemed to be all of the lake muck inside. but after taking apart the broke motor yesterday there was a lot of muck in the center main bearings.

[baja200merk]

I should have a rod if u need one

[motorheadbishop]

Ok Davey,
I got up alil early this mornin...
Ill see ya at the shop shortly, its early days like this we can get stuff done davey!:p:cheers:

[Mr. Action]

Ok Davey,
I got up alil early this mornin...
Ill see ya at the shop shortly, its early days like this we can get stuff done davey!:p:cheers:


Was this a sipper refill or jack on the tooth brush n out the door to start the day:D

[motorheadbishop]

Was this a sipper refill or jack on the tooth brush n out the door to start the day:D

Lmao... When ya start the day early, ya finish early...
And after a hard days work, Nuttin like a lil' sipper...:p:cheers:

[Mr. Demeanor]

Dont forget to put them in breakin mode. You can also check oil flow doing this.

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[davemvegas]

Dont forget to put them in breakin mode. You can also check oil flow doing this.

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I did put the port motor in break in mode. ( the one that broke ) It had alarm issue so I put in in break in to be sure there was no air in oil line. alarm turned out to be map sensor.

[davemvegas]

Ok Davey,
I got up alil early this mornin...
Ill see ya at the shop shortly, its early days like this we can get stuff done davey!:p:cheers:

you must be driving slow. I have been sitting here waiting patiently.

[motorheadbishop]

Had kill some bugs, spray some grass, eat lunch, make a sipper... I'm 10 mins away...
See ya in a few...

[davemvegas]

ran it fri and Saturday at river ranch. other than lake muck plugging up the pee hole ( on motors ) a couple of times. it ran great. I moved both optima batteries to the bow. also added trim wedges. planes out much better now.297049297050

[Rayzor]

Looks great on the water! Looks like all your hard work has paid off! I added Bennet Sport Tabs as tunnel tabs to my 23MTR - they were a HUGE help getting on plane AND staying on plane at very low speeds. I'd always just run them all the way up (I set them level with the tunnels) once I was running above 30mph. Smart decision moving the batteries forward under the bow - that's where mine were mounted also in the 23MTR (I'm also mounting them there on the re-rig of my 28). You might think about moving your trim pumps forward under the bow also, if the CG doesn't get to your liking. I've heard a lot of the guys that raced offshore with 28s back in the day ran them forward, along with the batteries. I know I would have liked to have more weight forward in my 23MTR if I would have kept it - and that was with 435# 200XSs on the back, not 501# 300XSs! I don't know if you run much in rough water, but if you do, you may want to think of a ballast tank up under the bow - then you can dump that forward weight when you're on the smooth stuff so it doesn't affect your top speed! Again, nice job on the re-rig - you've now got a great looking boat that RUNS as well as it looks!

[NAVISPEED1]

ran it fri and Saturday at river ranch. other than lake muck plugging up the pee hole ( on motors ) a couple of times. it ran great. I moved both optima batteries to the bow. also added trim wedges. planes out much better now.297049297050

Looks Great Dave!!!!!

[motorheadbishop]

Looked good comin down the canal aired out too..:thumbsup:

[Mr. Action]

Looked good comin down the canal aired out too..:thumbsup:

Now we need that sled in the keys so the water looks as nice as the boat

[davemvegas]

Now we need that sled in the keys so the water looks as nice as the boat

I am thinking about making it there. just coming to close to river ranch. I need to work a little longer between trips.

[ridgerunner]

Gotta watch that pee tube plugging up.. Those compressors will heat up in a hurry.. Poor routing design IMO but hey, that is why they didn't even ask me.
Missed RR but saw your boat run on the video.
That sure beats the Stratos. Looks great. All that hard work paid off. Congrats!

[ridgerunner]

BTW- BK hiring? cause damn! That there is some bling! Finally got a real picture. LOL!

[motorheadbishop]

I am thinking about making it there. just coming to close to river ranch. I need to work a little longer between trips.

LMAO... If my broke azz can make it on a government check I know you got your promotion at burger king so shiiit, you should be payin my way too...:p

[aggiestckl]

I am thinking about making it there. just coming to close to river ranch. I need to work a little longer between trips.

I was hoping for another BBQ!!

[scawd the dog]

Dave :

Your boat looks and runs great ! It gets it done for sure. It's got to ride like a Caddy too:cheers: .

[Tom Foley]

Looked good comin down the canal aired out too..:thumbsup:
:cheers:

[davemvegas]

Gotta watch that pee tube plugging up.. Those compressors will heat up in a hurry.. Poor routing design IMO but hey, that is why they didn't even ask me.
Missed RR but saw your boat run on the video.
That sure beats the Stratos. Looks great. All that hard work paid off. Congrats!

I am new to these optis. I did not realize that my analog temp gauges read the temp at the compressor. so when I noticed temp on port motor go to 160 and starboard barely above 100 a few mins after putting boat in. I started at thermostats and both looked clean. pulled hose that run from adaptor to compressor and had good flow in and out of compressor. that is when I realized that motor was not overheating only the compressor was. it happened on other motor later that day after docking in shallow water. I am thinking that I should open pee holes up to a 1/4 inch so they wont plug so easily.

thanks for the positive comments. I am still unsure if I did the right thing going to twins. I really think I may have killed my cheap boating by upping the maintance cost. I sure opened the door for double the trouble.

[MCRacing]

I am new to these optis. I did not realize that my analog temp gauges read the temp at the compressor. so when I noticed temp on port motor go to 160 and starboard barely above 100 a few mins after putting boat in. I started at thermostats and both looked clean. pulled hose that run from adaptor to compressor and had good flow in and out of compressor. that is when I realized that motor was not overheating only the compressor was. it happened on other motor later that day after docking in shallow water. I am thinking that I should open pee holes up to a 1/4 inch so they wont plug so easily.

thanks for the positive comments. I am still unsure if I did the right thing going to twins. I really think I may have killed my cheap boating by upping the maintance cost. I sure opened the door for double the trouble.

not sure if that would work what about the filter. Get your butt to the Largo run you won't regret it and they got a Burger King right in town maybe you could pull a shift or 2 down there.

[BUZZIN' DOZEN]

I sure opened the door for double the trouble.
Yeah, but ain't it cool!:thumbsup:

[Mr. Demeanor]

I am new to these optis. I did not realize that my analog temp gauges read the temp at the compressor. so when I noticed temp on port motor go to 160 and starboard barely above 100 a few mins after putting boat in. I started at thermostats and both looked clean. pulled hose that run from adaptor to compressor and had good flow in and out of compressor. that is when I realized that motor was not overheating only the compressor was. it happened on other motor later that day after docking in shallow water. I am thinking that I should open pee holes up to a 1/4 inch so they wont plug so easily.

thanks for the positive comments. I am still unsure if I did the right thing going to twins. I really think I may have killed my cheap boating by upping the maintance cost. I sure opened the door for double the trouble.


Your compressor strainers are clogged.
Read this:
http://www.screamandfly.com/showthread.php?227094-How-To-Thread-w-Pics-Cleaning-your-Optimax-compressor-cooling-water-strainer

Somehow the pics went missing. There is a cooling line that runs between the bottom of the port side fuel rail and the block on the port side low. The plastic fitting that screws into the block need to be removed. That fitting is a strainer. Its plugged.

[davemvegas]

Your compressor strainers are clogged.
Read this:
http://www.screamandfly.com/showthread.php?227094-How-To-Thread-w-Pics-Cleaning-your-Optimax-compressor-cooling-water-strainer

Somehow the pics went missing. There is a cooling line that runs between the bottom of the port side fuel rail and the block on the port side low. The plastic fitting that screws into the block need to be removed. That fitting is a strainer. Its plugged.

I read your thread on the strainer before. that why I pulled that hose off on the compressor end. I got the bright idea to suck on the hose to see if strainer was plugged. got a mouthful of swamp water. then I started motor and water flowed out hose fine. hooked it back to compressor and pulled compressor discharge hose that runs to pisser. that is when I figured out pisser was clogged. cleaned pisser with paper clip and temp stayed at 145 all day. I think plugged pisser only stops water flow thru compressor. that is why I think I should drill pee hole out bigger for less chance of clogging.

[baja200merk]

Boat looks great Dave hope to see it run soon :cheers:

[HydroSkreamin]

I think plugged pisser only stops water flow thru compressor. that is why I think I should drill pee hole out bigger for less chance of clogging.
This is correct. Shells like to catch in there, as well as small pebbles. This only affects compressor temp. That is the first place to check if you have a compressor overtemp.

[motorheadbishop]

Dave I played with the hole size of the dump (pisser) the motor is very sensitive to
Pressure change... But I was running a smaller water pump on the 2.5 case...

[RUM RUNNER 305]

Gotta watch that pee tube plugging up.. Those compressors will heat up in a hurry.. Poor routing design IMO but hey, that is why they didn't even ask me.
Missed RR but saw your boat run on the video.
That sure beats the Stratos. Looks great. All that hard work paid off. Congrats!


I am new to these optis. I did not realize that my analog temp gauges read the temp at the compressor. so when I noticed temp on port motor go to 160 and starboard barely above 100 a few mins after putting boat in. I started at thermostats and both looked clean. pulled hose that run from adaptor to compressor and had good flow in and out of compressor. that is when I realized that motor was not overheating only the compressor was. it happened on other motor later that day after docking in shallow water. I am thinking that I should open pee holes up to a 1/4 inch so they wont plug so easily..

All your hard worked payed off!!!It was nice to see the boat in the water with a nice pair on it..
I opened up some new pee holes for my motors.. One of the reasons was so i could see that both were peeing good.
Got them both peeing to the inside. The stock pee holes seemed to restrict the flow and I didn't like one peeing on the wing plate!!

[baja200merk]

But I was running a smaller water pump on the 2.5 case...

Yea different world... Cant wait for the big water pump again.

[Mr. Demeanor]

I would just say that if the pisser was clogged, the strainers could probably use a good cleaning. Even though you were able to suck water through it, might still be 2/3 clogged.

[tony97gt]

For someone who isn't sure about going to twins, you sure seemed like you were enjoying that boat! Looks great by the way. I think once you get over the initial expense and get it all dialed in, you'll be more than happy to have all that extra power in your hands. Where did you get that swim step on the back? Would love to buy one for my Skater, but I have a tunnel tab. But the way yours is designed, it looks like I could put it over the top of my tab and still keep the tab. Might have to see if Chaz can fab one up ;)

http://youtu.be/JntmTjs0ePE

[J.P.]

Boat hauls ass good job.

[davemvegas]

Where did you get that swim step on the back? Would love to buy one for my Skater, but I have a tunnel tab. But the way yours is designed, it looks like I could put it over the top of my tab and still keep the tab.

my boat had 2 swim steps. I do not need the other one I have. you will need to have it powder coated. you are welcome to it. it would be easier if you or someone could stop by and grab it. if not pm me your shipping info I will send it to you.

[tony97gt]

my boat had 2 swim steps. I do not need the other one I have. you will need to have it powder coated. you are welcome to it. it would be easier if you or someone could stop by and grab it. if not pm me your shipping info I will send it to you.
Wow that's awesome! Thanks! If anybody up that way is going to the keys run, I will be there. Maybe one of them could grab it and bring it down?

[MCRacing]

Dave if you want to drop it at my buddy's house over on Sweetwater he comes south to Pompano every other day or so. Tony could either pick up my house in Pompano next week or my house in Key Largo which I'll be at the 12 through the 19th.

[davemvegas]

I will drop it on sweetwater tomorrow.

[tony97gt]

:D the wives will be happy to have an easier way to get in and out (of the boat you pervs):reddevil: