Allison XB-2002 pics and pre-run service list

[TeezXB]

[TeezXB]

Replaced:

Water pump
Spark plugs
Fuel pump diaphragm
Batteries (2)

Cleaned out fuel cell, replaced all rubber fuel lines, fuel injection service (b4 plug replacement), replaced gear oil, replaced large washer on prop (old one was flat and laying against prop instead of fitting inside it).

A couple 3-way fuel valves needed for the 2.4L bridgeport powerhead return lines were removed since it now has a 2.0L powerhead
A gob of old wiring that was used for God-knows-what was removed.
Other return lines were capped off with bolts jammed in to stop the flow and secured with zip ties GEEZ! Removed that bomb waiting to explode.
Greased steering cable/rod system
Replaced a fried motor trim button.



Next will be my hand on some 1000grit sand paper removing oxidation and giving it a nice wax, replacing some of the compartment locks, the bow roller is too small to even touch the bow.
I might be able to bring the carpet back to life by using a wire brush, otherwise I'll get the carpet set from Allison.

That's about it for now, if you have any ideas on other things that should be checked or info on locating OE Allison parts don't hesitate to post, and thanks for reading.

[Forkin' Crazy]

Carry some ballast with you, you'll need it. How much setback? There is a company that makes a foam pad to use instead of carpet. I think that is what I'm going to put in my 02.

[TeezXB]

I feel like an idiot, what's a ballast? You mean extra weight to balance out the left side? Setback? You mean height with the pad? I'm gonna try a wire brush on the carpet-trick to see if I can ressurect some pile. I'll be using the OE Allison carpeting if the old stuff starts shredding. Thanks for the post. Taking her out tomorrow to Lake Tarpon, gonna need the open space, the motor has no problem beyond 8k rpm, gonna be a blast.

[Tom Foley]

I feel like an idiot, what's a ballast? You mean extra weight to balance out the left side? Setback? You mean height with the pad? I'm gonna try a wire brush on the carpet-trick to see if I can ressurect some pile. I'll be using the OE Allison carpeting if the old stuff starts shredding. Thanks for the post. Taking her out tomorrow to Lake Tarpon, gonna need the open space, the motor has no problem beyond 8k rpm, gonna be a blast.

Yes weight to balance the boat so it will stay level on the pad . I carry a spare starter wrapped in bubble wrap , (why not carry something you might need ! )plated steel chain .. small bundled and wrapped in bubble wrap , my spare prop ,Lead dive belt wrapped, tools , spares , anchor and my cooler on the port side to help a level flight situation . Thought about having a small reverse spoiler added to the starboard side bottom to counteract the balance thing but probably will continue to carry things portside . Welcome to Allison Land !

BTW Careful on Lake Tarpon on a Sunday ....the wakeboard boat wakes travel across the lake undetected until you are right up on them ..that 2002 at 8000 rpm will be stttrrrolllllin !!

[props4u2]

Pressure wash the carpet, if it's not dry rotted it will fluff up and look near new.

[Forkin' Crazy]

I feel like an idiot, what's a ballast? You mean extra weight to balance out the left side? Setback? You mean height with the pad? I'm gonna try a wire brush on the carpet-trick to see if I can ressurect some pile. I'll be using the OE Allison carpeting if the old stuff starts shredding. Thanks for the post. Taking her out tomorrow to Lake Tarpon, gonna need the open space, the motor has no problem beyond 8k rpm, gonna be a blast.

Yea, ballast is a fancy name for weight. Set back is the distance the jack plate "sets" the engine back from the transom.

Good looking boat. I like the blue.

[TeezXB]

Wow, with a GPS, 70 was good enough for me with good 2k rpm left in it. Two-foot waves added to the learning curve. I'm starting to figure out how to trim it right, once it's trimmed up with pedal to the metal it goes like a rocket. Defintely won't go anywhere if the motor is left in the trimmed up position when starting out, just stands up like a stick in the water, yes, I'm a newbie. Gotta learn somehow, no instructions with it, lol.

If you're talking how much space between the back of the boat and the actual lower unit, being the bracket width, then 8 inches.

I spent the whole 19 gallons on 8 runs across the lake, what a gas monster!

I was moving ballast all day until i just put it all on my side due to my heavyweight first mate on the left, after that we were good to go.

The scary part is when at about 70 its starts rocking side to side really bad, so I must be doing something wrong or the 20 mph headwind was lifting it.

Awesome maiden voyage for sure, it's definitely got me hooked, I just need to find a large lake that's as calm as glass, next time. I'm too worn out to post pics, maybe tomorrow, thanks for the posts

[TeezXB]

Pressure wash the carpet, if it's not dry rotted it will fluff up and look near new.

The wire brush made it all fluffy again, alot less work that hauling out the pressure washer. Not needing carpet is a bonus!

[TeezXB]

Thought about having a small reverse spoiler added to the starboard side bottom to counteract the balance thing but probably will continue to carry things portside

I was thinking about that same thing. A giant-sized one would definitely keep the bow down, heh.

Here's a good question:

Is the steering supposed to be hard as hell to turn after its been thoroughly greased? The Hot Shot gas pedal needs the force of holding down the clutch in a mustang cobra, charley-horse in my foot a couple times from holding that one down.

[allisonracer]

if you used 19 gallons on 8 passes that is either some really long passes or u have a major fuel leak....19 gallons will last me a weekend w/ my 02 and thats cruising and haulin butt. just make sure when you let out of it u do it slow so you dont drop the nose and do the dreaded hooking turn...around 70 is when they usually starts "chine walking" (the rocking side to side) as the left side comes up just cut into to it same w/ right side. Just take it slow and try not to make sudden movents w/ the wheel or throttle...u should be good

[TeezXB]

When the nose drops from extreme deceleration it has zero pull in any direction and is also like turning a trucks' steering wheel with the engine off. It's serious workout to steer at any speed even after a complete regrease of the cable housings and stainless linkage. I'm guessing the chine-walking is caused from not being completely on the pad alone and prop versus still having some of the front hull still in the water hitting waves? Kind of harrowing when I'm clipping 70mph. I need a closer look at the steering system, it sure seems to be binding at times.

[Forkin' Crazy]

If the cables are bad/stiff, you'll never be able to drive the boat on the pad. Undo them from the motor. If it still steers hard, it is one or both of the cables. While you have them loose, make sure the motor is free. You should be able to push it with a finger.

Couple options. I've seen people make a greasing fitting that goes over the steering rod to force grease in the cable. Greasing the end won't do much. Replace the cables. Or install a hydraulic steering system.

You didn't mention if you greased all the points on the motor (swivel and tilt brackets). I assume you have done this also.

[baja200merk]

I carry a spare starter wrapped in bubble wrap , (why not carry something you might need ! )

BTW Careful on Lake Tarpon on a Sunday ....the wakeboard boat wakes travel across the lake undetected until you are right up on them ..that 2002 at 8000 rpm will be stttrrrolllllin !!

come on foley, a starter? Whats wrong with some shoe laces to pull start it I'm missing my shoelaces cause we killed the battery (and the cooler) on the pontoon boat at 2am

Good luck on the new ally! Hope to see you on tarpon soon!

[Chummy]

something else I would do.... If when you remove the cables and the steering is fine or you replace the cables BE SURE to clean the tube that the starboard side cable goes through real good and re-grease it before putting in the cable. Sometimes that grease gets really sticky after some time and makes steering much more difficult.