For 79
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Topic: For 79
Posted By: Guests
Subject: For 79
Date Posted: September-26-2005 at 11:25pm
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I am the one who posted "302 Distributor"
Let me start by saying that I really appriciate the kind of knoledge that this site has to offer. Now, for 79 Nautique... I have been a river rat for 29 of my last 30 years of life. We are the orininal owners of my 78 Ski Nautique. My Father purchased this exquisite craft in 1980. He bought it from a marina in Mississippi that used it for Demo's and water ski instruction. You, 79, automatically ASSUME that I am an amature therefore my craft is in poor if not horrid shape. THIS IS NOT THE CASE! I take pride in the fact that I now own my fathers Nautique (God rest his soul). For the last 15 years that this boat has existed, it had been in my care... and I am meticulous! This is one of the finest Nautiques you will see on the Tenenssee River. Now, Of course I am NOT ALL knowing nor do I claim to be an ACE mechanic, so I purchased an inferior distributor and had some questions... expecting some superior knowledge from a site such as this. 79 Nautique decided it would be fun to blast me out and call my craft a "POS". This is not what I expected from a Correct Craft site. It doesn't take me long to learn. I see now that my Marine Ford 302 has a gear driven cam instead of a timing chain so the cam shaft rotates backwards and the oil pump is beefed up a bit therefore it is larger than a conventional 302. Did 79 Nautique care to politely inform me of this?? Well, NO! He ASSUMES that I am cheap and therfore my Nautique is in awful shape. My 1978 Correct Craft Ski Nautique is my pride and joy. If you see it you WILL know it. Red on White and even has the ORIGINAL interior STILL IN IMMACULATE CONDITION! If you want to call BS on me I'll be glad to send pics. Now thanks to some other folks on this site I am going to get the correct HEI electroinc distributor for my Marine Ford 302 and enjoy many more years of boating with my friends, family and hopfully some of you folks... As for 79Nautique... you need to work on your people skills.... |
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 12:33am
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I'm sorry if I upset you, it's just if you start putting automotive parts on it. Then you can ruin a great boat that obviuosly has a strong sentimental value and sounds like it's in excellent condition. There are several people that have came on to this site and trashed there boats by taking short cuts and being cheap not emplying that you are one of them.
Now there are a couple of things I don't neccessarily agree with on your assement and I would like to help if I can and if you are willing. The crank, cam and everything else rotates backwards from a conventional automotive engine, so due to this, there are specical seals, and machining process that need to be performed to maintain it's excellent condition but you really don't have to worry about those unless you are re-building or added performance upgrades to it. I think you are a little mis-informed on some topics at this time and that is your reference to the gear driven cam and it's effect on the distributor. It makes no difference whether the cam is driven by a direct drive or so called gears or a chain. The distributor is always driven by the cam and not the timing chain. There are two type of drive system to syncronize the cam and crank rotation. One is a timing chain that is attached to two gears, one is mounted to the crank and the other to the cam and has a specific ratio between them to maintain the correct timinng and valve sequince. There is another system the replaces the timing chain with idler gears and is for high perfromance applications which is not typically used on any OEM engines but is an aftermarket piece and usually produces a lot of noise or engine whine and I doubt that you have one maybe you do but it makes no difference in regards to which dist you need. I would suggest that you contact this website if you already haven't http://www.performancedistributors.com/marinedui.htm If you really want a marine HEI unit for your FORD motor. Or if you would like something that is closer to stock looking then I would suggest a Mallory 512-CV model. You can choose between a YL, YLU, or YLM depending upon the type of pick-up you preffer. I would suggest a YLU-512-CV the CV is for reverse rotation and for a standard rotation it would be DV. I have a YLU model on mine and I'm very pleased with it's performance. You can pick these up at summit racing and they are cheaper than the HEI units. If you do choose the HEI unit make sure that you ask for the correct gear because you will need the reverse rotation gear instead of the standard gear they come with. Now if you would like to use the new distributor you have I would say again all you need to do is change gears on the end of the distributor with the gear off of the old one and you will be on your way. Good luck and post your boat in the diaries section Mine is already there if you would like to look, My engine is pretty clean and is highly modified and everyone that I have let drive that owns a SN is just amazed at the throtle responce I have. Again I hope you get the correct parts you need and If I can help please ask. Mine was a basket case when I bought it, but as you can tell from the diaries it's completely restored to better than new condition. |
Posted By: nates78ski
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 1:39am
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thank you tjackle... ------------- Nathan http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1463&sort=&pagenum=3&yrstart=1978&yrend=1978" rel="nofollow - My '78 Ski Nautique <a href="http://photobucket.com/Nates78ski" rel="nofoll |
Posted By: stang72
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 2:54am
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tjackle...hope to see your 78 in the diaries sect. soon!
Your gonna love this site! We were in your neck of the woods a couple weekends ago...Kentucty lake. Good time it was! My 4 year old got his first ride ..... on a wakeskate!Up the first try! Ya bump the trottle just a tad bit and they pop right up! Nice waters down your way! Next summer we may check out Dale Hollow...have you been there? ------------- stang Face plants are not that funny when it's you face! http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/images/3720/photo1.jpg" rel="nofollow - The Super Air |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 11:28am
| Get a cabin at Sulfer Creek or Cedar Hill their's have a nice view of the lake but Sulfer Creeks cabin's are nicer and if you camp they have some sites right on the water as well. But if you really want the best way to go I would suggest getting a house boat and choosng the cove of your choice. The water is just unreal any time of the day especially during the week. The week-ends have a little more traffic but it really isn't a problem since it so big and you still have tons of glass to ski on. You'll have to cruise over to Willow Grove and past the Marina they have a course sit-up usually. There is one area that is a little rough and that is the wides part of the lake by Goat and Pine Islands also be carefull around pine Island on the nothside is a submerged city, well it's foundations at least and it's shallow in that area as well. Thats really the only spot on the lake with the exceptions if you go up one of the rivers. We used to houseboat annually when I was a kid and it just awsome, my mom still keeps her boat there. I highly recommend it to anyone especially if you have kids and you are on a houseboat it's like you have the whole lake to yourself. |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 11:33am
| Oh and there is no speed limit at night on Dale Hollow so you can extend the day of skiing past dusk or sunset within reason because it does get really dark at night since it's in a bunch of valley's. |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 2:11pm
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79; Ya know we luv ya here. Sometimes new people just need to get use to your style. Everyone knows of your love for CC's and your willingness to share your knowledge. BTW, which boat is yours in the diaries? Would like to check it out. Any engine pics? ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 2:58pm
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Well this may not work |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 3:09pm
well that worked really swell 
Mine is on page 4 the thrid one down and is list as pcm 351w modified |
Posted By: pswann
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 4:02pm
| Good looking boat there 79. I like the chrome! My chrome valve covers will be here thursday. Looks like you need to get another boat so you can work on it. |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 4:09pm
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Well thank YOU,
there are still things to work on like a new rub rail, more chrome, MSD control box and NOS to keep up with SS-201's beast. |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 5:28pm
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79,
You probably already know this. However . . . If you go to your profile, and copy the following into the "signature" box, you'll have an HTML link to your boat in the diaries. http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=756&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1976&yrend=1980 - 79 Nautique BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 6:35pm
| No I really didn't know that but there is a little problem. When you sign up here it will only remember the signature and IP address to the computer you used when you first signed up, so if you use different computers it won't apply your signature and if you noticed it list me as a newbie with no stars even though I've been here almost since day one. |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 7:41pm
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well, that didn't work very well. I typed out
the instructions, but it created a link from my post to your diary. - 79 Nautique / Insert the URL address of your diary after URL= You might be right about logging in from different systems. I've never tried it. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 8:46pm
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79; Sweet boat. Had the engine in my '78 dolled up with chrome also. Always stopped traffic on the dock when I lifted the cover to dry it.
BKH; Thanks. Now I don't feel quite so dumb. Liked how you put the link to 79's boat in your post. Now that mine works the way I want it I aint ever changin' it ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: stang72
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 9:59pm
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79...thanks for the lake info. I think we can put that one on the trip planner for next summer! ------------- stang Face plants are not that funny when it's you face! http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/images/3720/photo1.jpg" rel="nofollow - The Super Air |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 11:24pm
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Another spot my friends have gone and we have talked about going to is Norse Lake on the East side of TN they have floating house's where you just cruise your boat up and tie off for the night. But diffently get a house boat at Dale Hollow, the big boats get a little salty but if you have a couple of friends go in on it together it's not bad and if you can go in late Agaust they drop the price as well. The smaller boats are more affordable but they are usually older and not as nice.
You will diffently love the skiing the water is litterly like glass 24/7 |
Posted By: stang72
Date Posted: September-27-2005 at 11:49pm
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Maybe a new post...recommending lakes! Thanks again for the Info! My wife loves to travel and I enjoy seeing different waters! ------------- stang Face plants are not that funny when it's you face! http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/images/3720/photo1.jpg" rel="nofollow - The Super Air |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-28-2005 at 1:18am
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79; Been going to "Norris" lake in eastern TN for 28 years. Used to be if you saw a ski boat on the lake, you knew the owner. Little busier now on the weekends but still just ours during the week. Glass water, cyrstal clear 24/7. Spent 6 weeks there at our parl model trailer this summer. Gotta love retirement! ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: mrese
Date Posted: September-28-2005 at 1:37am
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tjackle,
Where on the Tenn River are you? |
Posted By: mrese
Date Posted: September-28-2005 at 1:38am
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tjackle,
Where on the Tenn River are you? |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 7:50am
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Wilson Lake
Muscle Shoals area... |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 11:10am
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tjackle,
Does the boat hang on a lift on the south side of Wilson Lake just west of Shoal Creek down from the Robbins place? I have a 79 ski Nautique with dark blue stripes. It stays on a lift at happy hollow. Feel free to stop by sometime. Kevin |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 12:22pm
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How'd you know that was me????
Yeah, That's my boat. Happy Hollow used to be my old stompin' grounds. I lived across the river in 4 mile creek slew (with the same boat might I add) We used to swing on the rope swing on the west bank of Happy Hollow. They've since took down the swing... and cut down the tree. What a bummer. As soon as I get my distributor fixed, we'll be by. Thanks Kevin. |
Posted By: Kevin's '79
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 1:48pm
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tjackle,
I love old Nautiques and am always looking for them. My '79 is my 5th correct craft. I also have a '90 Ski Nautique that is for sale. I've seen your boat and it is in very good condition. Mine is on the left side of Shoal Creek about a 1/4 mile before you get to Happy Hollow bridge. Look forward to meeting you. |
Posted By: tjackle
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 5:59pm
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Ok, I know exactly where you're talking about. I got Happy Hollow confused with Gargis Hollow. That's where I was talking about. My friends dad lives close to where you're talking about. In between the Happy Hollow bridge and the old bridge piles. His last name is Young. We're usually down shoals creek through out the year. Great place to ski... if you catch it on a weekday when it's not too crowded...
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 6:17pm
| OK let me jump in how close are you guy's to Memphis. I'm getting ready to relocate in that area and could use some info, thanks, |
Posted By: tjackle
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 9:13pm
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I donno... you think we'll get along???
JUST KIDDING! We're about an hour and a half or so from Memphis. Depending on how you like to drive. This area is BEAUTIFUL! Great water and alot of stuff to do. |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 9:35pm
| There looked like there was a lake just south of Memphis have you ever been there or know anything about it? I know kentucky and barkly lake are pretty close. |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 9:52pm
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79; Just found this again, so I'll reply like I did on the other post. Lotsa lakes you'll love in TN. We have a place on Norris, in eastern TN. Been skiing there for 30+ years. AWESOME. If you relocate, you gotta come east to see us. Would love to meet ya in person. ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: tjackle
Date Posted: September-30-2005 at 11:48pm
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Don't know...
I've been from Knoxville to the Tenn-Tom waterway by boat and it's all beautiful. One day I'll make the trip all the way to the gulf. I love being a river rat... |