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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    In the 300+ hp range, I don't think there are leftovers. The re-power craze has gobbled them up like bacon & fries.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    The Admiral has been busy doing make-overs on the bathrooms. Fortunately there is one bathroom recently re-done so we have a place to :poop: Her commitment to me, so as not to distract from my boat bracket building, is to do most of the work herself. Still, I find myself being a home...
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    Calorifier question?

    You might need a right-angle fitting for the hose that connects to the crossover casting.
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    Calorifier question?

    Here is a picture . . . not the easiest thing to see. The lower hose is on the re-circulating pump and the upper hose is on the underside of the crossover assembly. There is probably a plug in there now, but it gets a 90˚ fitting to connect the hose. Just above the location is the larger...
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    Calorifier question?

    Calorifier . . . That's a new term for me . . . basically a domestic water heater on a boat. (right)? I happen to have 2 Mercruiser 6.2L engines sitting in my garage. The port engine cooling system was plumbed to the water heater. I'll take a closer look and post some pics. Is your...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    No, because of temperature coefficients of aluminum vs fiberglass, foam, etc.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I got the transom inserts done . . . Here is a picture of the process . . . rolling out each layer to ensure that there are no air pockets. I add the resin (~ 5 oz. ) for each layer and then lay the cloth on top of it so the resin soaks upward into the cloth (or mat), forcing the air out. ...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Yes . . . But all for a good cause :p My latest estimates, based on the recent changes are Bracket ~ 500 lbs. Hull Modifications/bracing ~ 200 lbs Very little weight reduction overall . . . about 200 lbs.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    perfect :ROFLMAO:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    For those contemplating making a thick plate of fiberglass as I am doing . . . Don't :ROFLMAO: My method has been to lay up CSM & 1708/1808 in alternating layers. I was originally thinking about 22 +/- layers. When I get to 3/4" of build-up, I place some plastic sheeting over the fiberglass...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    1 transom cavity filled with 1" of fiberglass . . . 1 more to go. 22 total layers of 1708,1808, CSM combination . . . 1 gallon of resin. :rolleyes:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    More talk about engines . . . I've been soliciting pricing on engines, mostly the 300 HP, but I am getting a quote on the Honda 350's, giving their $10K incentive. Overall, looking at Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury, Honda. Mostly running in the $90-100K range all in, plus what I'm spending on the...
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    Boat value

    That strategy never really works . . . potential buyers will probably not care how much money you have invested in the boat. You should list the boat for sale at a price that you think it can sell at and see how it goes. You can always lower your price. It seems like there may be a niche...
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    Boat value

    The trailer might be worth the most . . . Ford 302/351 . . . Mercruiser 888 . . . . All old / outdated stuff. I would list at $3,000 and add 'make offers'
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    In terms of 'digging a hole' . . . here is the draw vs. speed . . At the higher speeds (30+ knots) the boat is pretty well 'up out of the water'. As I leave a harbor or anchoring area, I often wonder what is a 'safe' depth to bring the boat up on plane. I usually wait until I have about 10...
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