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spiralhelix
Senior Member Joined: August-06-2014 Location: IL/WI Status: Offline Points: 496 |
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The horn is pretty straight forward for the wiring. if memory serves me correct, the horn is in the vent box under the dash. I thought my horn was busted, but it turns out the PO just wired it incorrectly. I tested the horn with a small 12v dewalt battery to make sure it worked before wiring it back up. We also had one of those small canister air horns while the horn wasn't working.
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Netdewt
Senior Member Joined: February-15-2010 Location: Minneapolis Status: Offline Points: 218 |
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I do have an air horn.
I'm sure it's some wiring mess up. A depth finder was installed and a radio head unit. The way the radio was installed, I wouldn't be surprised if something else was put back wrong. |
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Russman
Groupie Joined: May-11-2015 Location: Ohio Status: Offline Points: 66 |
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Sorry Nate, do not know where Tim came from.
My horn is anemic as well and I am looking to replace. On your carpet, I would wither patch as mentioned for now until a proper carpet replacement is done. |
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1989 2001 SN / Prior 1978 Cobalt 18
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75 Tique
Grand Poobah Joined: August-12-2004 Location: Seven Lakes, NC Status: Offline Points: 6121 |
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My horn petered out after 40 years. Not original but after browsing my options at Harbor Freight one day, I opted for the first one.
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“So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
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DrCC
Grand Poobah Joined: April-12-2004 Location: at home Status: Offline Points: 2867 |
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In some states, all you need is a chrome whistle like your coach had.
Water patrol will sometimes hand-out free plastic whistles with their emblem printed right on the whistle. |
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Netdewt
Senior Member Joined: February-15-2010 Location: Minneapolis Status: Offline Points: 218 |
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How do you guys feel about replacing decals? Mine are pretty faded but I kind of like it.
Has anyone had their hull repaired from beaching/sand? Curious about the ballpark cost. Do ski boats get names? |
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SNobsessed
Grand Poobah Joined: October-21-2007 Location: IA Status: Offline Points: 7102 |
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Decals for '89 are available thru one of the dealers, Someone had them reproduced (they were NA for a while).
Many guys have removed the decals, wet sanded & buffed, then put new stickers on. You will get many compliments at boat ramp! The hull rash can be repaired by you. Matching gelcote can be purchased thru several suppliers, one of which is Minicraft. It is messy but not hard, just takes time. |
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“Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.”
Ben Franklin |
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gun-driver
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Yes it's on the side and rear of the hull |
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DrCC
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Exactly !
You only name a big boat that's documented with the USCG. And, it's bad joo-joo to change the name of a boat. |
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Russman
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So, if you get a divorce one day and they take the boat. Rename that pup immediately!!!
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1989 2001 SN / Prior 1978 Cobalt 18
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Netdewt
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I'm pretty sure it should be Boaty Mcboatface.
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Netdewt
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I've got almost 20 hours on the boat since purchase. Running great overall. My kids and wife love the boat.
I had an odd electrical issue yesterday, which I think is just a corroded battery connection. My cousin is a mechanic and told me to keep an eye on trans oil. I also see checking trans fluid filter and oil cooler for sediment. What is the oil and trans fluid spec? I've been searching for future upgrades. What are the current best values? Acme prop Cam Research cams GT40P headers FiTech EFI conversion Is the distributor already electronic? |
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Hollywood
Moderator Group Joined: February-04-2004 Location: Twin Lakes, WI Status: Offline Points: 13513 |
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Do the Acme asap.
Forget the cam (not enough improvement over stock to justify the expense IMO) GT40p heads yes EFI conversion absolutely not stock distributor is not electronic, upgrade that as well (DUI) |
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Netdewt
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I do have an Acme 2068 already, but I may try a 1868 as a wakeboard prop, if that's what I mostly end up doing.
I'm glad cams are not worth it. I'll look into headers and electronic distributor. No EFI surprises me. What's your reason. Cost? For the sake of staying stock? |
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Hollywood
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what fuel savings are said to be had would take years and years to recover. there is no performance advantage
i think you mean heads not headers. stock manifolds flow pretty decent |
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TRBenj
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LH cam options are plentiful and cheap, go roller if budget allows (and replacing heads with new springs anyways). Otherwise I agree with HW. Quick fuel carb will get you a lot more bang for your buck vs EFI conversion.
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Netdewt
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OK. Heads. I'll have to look that up. I'm not a mechanic, I have to do a lot of research before any endeavor.
I have a friend that recommended EFI for simplicity. The motor has a Holley on it. I don't know if that's stock or not. Is this the electronic ignition you mentioned? http://performancedistributors.com/product/marine-dui-distributors/ |
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Hollywood
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Holley would be original equipment. Yes, that is the distributor I mentioned. It has received lots of praise around here.
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Netdewt
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Cams and headers out unless I rebuild someday.
EFI out. HEI in. Is the $350 DUI worth it? There are many cheaper ones. I have to replace my fuel sender. I found some posts praising this one from Wema. I'm thinking a 9.5" would work? Has anyone used this sender? http://wemausa.3dcartstores.com/SSSSSL-Diesel-Fuel-or-Water-Level-Sensor-4--60-in_p_9.html Also for future - was a perfect pass ever made to match Airguide gauges? I'm not finishing it so far but maybe the ring can be retrofit? A ski instructor recommended perfect pass to me, not sure I'll ever have a need. |
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Waterdog
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I like the DUI dissy. Simple, strong ignition.
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Netdewt
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I fixed the fuel level sender and swapped to a black bezel on the depth gauge.
- - - I didn't fix the lower dash panel yet, and I still have lots of dead bugs in the left speedometer gauge. |
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Netdewt
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I damaged my Acme (honest mistake by my driver).
Should I get the 422 to replace? |
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Netdewt
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Sorry I didn't do the GPS with this prop. It was roughly 4500 rpm at 45mph and followed that curve until it came off plane under 15mph. ie 3000 rpm at 30 mph, maybe 2200 rpm at 20 mph. I've been getting steadily 3.8 gallons per engine hour with 100 gallons burned so far. EDIT: I'm actually getting the 2068 repaired by PropMD. I will also be getting a 422, that way I have 2 good props. My old original spare is simply awful. |
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Netdewt
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I had the 2068 repaired. It has slightly less top end than before. It maxes out at about 42mph. I'd recommend PropMD to anyone looking for a good shop, and they will work with out of town customers.
I ordered in a 422 from them, but unsure whether to pick it up. Would I see a big performance difference? |
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Hollywood
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You recommend losing 3 mph? |
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Netdewt
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When you put it that way...
I'm not sure why that seems to be the case. I don't need that 3mph. He knew what boat I have and we discussed the fact that I should really have a 470, so maybe he took some cup out. However, the prop looks great, and runs butter smooth. |
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