new boat.. see you out there!

OCDACTIVE · 04-14-2009, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by gtxrider

Looks like your hat can get blown off real easy! What for the KAYAKERS

The Kayakers don't have to worry about the hats.. LOL..

I bought a set of head wraps for that reason... (already lost one in Long Island sound test driving her

)

fatlazyless · 04-15-2009, 09:20 AM

...way nice looking boat.....how many gallons to fill the gasoline tank, and how many quarts to fill the engine oil crankcase....use synthetic or regular oil?...... just wondering?

OCDACTIVE · 04-15-2009, 09:22 AM

the gas tank is close to 100 gallons 93 octane. not sure on how many quarts but everything is all synthetic.

Misty Blue · 04-15-2009, 05:37 PM

OCDACTIVE

You are going to have a fun summer!

Don't you just Love new boat smell?

Misty Blue

OCDACTIVE · 04-15-2009, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Misty Blue

OCDACTIVE

You are going to have a fun summer!

Don't you just Love new boat smell?

Misty Blue

I sure will..... But the boat doesn't have the smell.. It is new... New to me that is the boat is a 1999. so lost her smell a few years ago.. see ya out there!

partsman · 04-18-2009, 09:26 AM

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the gas tank is close to 100 gallons 93 octane

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That ought to get you at least an hours worth of boating!

SAMIAM · 04-18-2009, 07:41 PM

I'll be looking for you out there........see how you do against my Donzi

codeman671 · 04-18-2009, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by SAMIAM

I'll be looking for you out there........see how you do against my Donzi

I'm sure you guys will have quite the race at 45mph...

This is a good thread though, we should either turn this into a place for eveyone to show off their new toy for the season, or maybe start a new thread for it. I'll post pics of mine next week when I pick it up.

OCDACTIVE · 04-20-2009, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by SAMIAM

I'll be looking for you out there........see how you do against my Donzi

Bring it on

what size / type / engine you have in the donzi?

Love Donzi's by the way.. Great great hull.

chipj29 · 04-20-2009, 08:52 AM

Fastest boat to 45 mph wins!

OCDACTIVE · 04-20-2009, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by chipj29

Fastest boat to 45 mph wins!

I highly doubt they will be sitting in the middle of the broads gunning people. So I will just take my chances

Boater · 04-20-2009, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

I highly doubt they will be sitting in the middle of the broads gunning people. So I will just take my chances

Do you realize that the Marine Patrol reads this forum? You've showed them pictures of your boat and made it clear that you intend to come here (from NY?) and intentionally disregard the law.

I've said before that I don't expect the SL to be strictly enforced. It's one thing to open it up a little when no one is around but you've thrown down the gauntlet and challenged them to stop you. If I were a MP officer I know I'd be watching for you.

OCDACTIVE · 04-20-2009, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Boater

Do you realize that the Marine Patrol reads this forum? You've showed them pictures of your boat and made it clear that you intend to come here (from NY?) and intentionally disregard the law.

I've said before that I don't expect the SL to be strictly enforced. It's one thing to open it up a little when no one is around but you've thrown down the gauntlet and challenged them to stop you. If I were a MP officer I know I'd be watching for you.

Do you honestly think that a Go fast boat in general is not a target? If one or two posts get me in trouble then I would be amazed. I think and hope they have bigger things to worry about.

But you could be right and you could be saying "I told you so" Only time will tell.

Cheers.

rander7823 · 04-20-2009, 04:08 PM

Just to drum up a little extra cash flow...I'd sit where I expect people to break the law....so that would be in the Broad's

Two boat team one gun one out waiting to pull you over....just like the State Police on the highways.

Good Luck out there

OCDACTIVE · 04-20-2009, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by rander7823

Just to drum up a little extra cash flow...I'd sit where I expect people to break the law....so that would be in the Broad's

Two boat team one gun one out waiting to pull you over....just like the State Police on the highways.

Good Luck out there

I see your point, but wouldn't you think that they would be where the complaints have come from? especially where the test zones were?

Bear Island, Sleepers, Weirs Bay etc?

From what I understand is that they work best when in a "fixed" or steady position. That is why on Lake George they have a platform on a point where the radar gun is fixed with a boat waiting to go. This apparently is the most accurate which has held up in court.

The Broads harder place to enforce due to distance and constant movement.

I am again totally against them "obviously" but the best positions I would think are at the point of the bays or off an island. The tip of Wolfboro Bay, Alton, Bear Island etc.

Not trying to drum up the SL crowd, but just speaking of the enforcment issue as a whole.

SIKSUKR · 04-21-2009, 10:43 AM

The biggest problem will be the exact direction the boat traveling relative to the radar.The gun will always show a slower speed if the boat is not coming/leaving in a direct path.If there is an angle,unless it is adjusted for,the reading will be slower.There are a lot of variables in trying to take radar readings from a bobbing boat with different approach angles.This will give laywers some fuel to discredit readings.Time will tell.

Sman · 04-21-2009, 10:54 AM

in topic with the SL part of this, does anyone know what the fines for speeding are

It is my understanding that it caries over to you drivers license, but I have not read anything about fines

and keeping in topic with the orginal post, nice boat

Dave R · 04-21-2009, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

The biggest problem will be the exact direction the boat traveling relative to the radar.The gun will always show a slower speed if the boat is not coming/leaving in a direct path.If there is an angle,unless it is adjusted for,the reading will be slower.There are a lot of variables in trying to take radar readings from a bobbing boat with different approach angles.This will give laywers some fuel to discredit readings.Time will tell.

Distance will be a factor too. It's hard to get a good return from a long distance. The key to avoiding a speeding ticket, should one opt to ignore the speed limit, is to avoid heading directly toward other boats, and to stay well away from other boats. Not bad advice SL or not....

cowisl · 04-21-2009, 01:40 PM

The broads is massive...and its not like you cant tell a cop boat from miles away. best of luck enforcing this pointless rule... anyway, nice ride OCD

OCDACTIVE · 08-05-2009, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Boater

Do you realize that the Marine Patrol reads this forum? You've showed them pictures of your boat and made it clear that you intend to come here (from NY?) and intentionally disregard the law.

I've said before that I don't expect the SL to be strictly enforced. It's one thing to open it up a little when no one is around but you've thrown down the gauntlet and challenged them to stop you. If I were a MP officer I know I'd be watching for you.

Well, I didn't get pulled over this year............ Unfortunately the reason was I wasn't out there as much as initally planned. I got to use her for 12 hours on lake... I tested her out (read into that as you will) and I got to live my dream of driving her into the Weirs Channel then over to the Naswa.....

This was short lived however because the 3rd weekend of June when I was prepping her for Virginia I suddenly had some power loss issues with oil coming out the intake of the supercharger.. Needless to say I wasn't happy.

After much diagnosis, she needs a rebuild. So instead of racing her in Virginia I got to be a passenger.

Towing her down to VA this October for a complete rebuild and hopefully a new paint job.. She will be ready to rock next season.. So back to dreaming again!!

OCDACTIVE · 08-05-2009, 06:58 PM

Running as a passenger in VA.... Would have preferred to be driving but still an absolute Great time.. Would love to get shots like this on Lake Winni...

OCDACTIVE · 09-20-2009, 05:10 PM

Well, got the supercharger pulled and sold!!!! rewaxed and got her ready for her big pull to VA!...

As long as there is no castisrophic failure.... the boat will be back next April with a new engine, throttle, GPS, gauges, and PAINT JOB...

Can't wait to see you all out there...

Even EL in his sailboat....

robmac · 09-22-2009, 09:03 AM

Any ideas yet on new power plant? Can't wait to see her out on the water again.

OCDACTIVE · 09-22-2009, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by robmac

Any ideas yet on new power plant? Can't wait to see her out on the water again.

Well we think it will be the same engine. 500 EFI. however I removed the supercharger. Although I liked going 87mph, I would prefer having longevity and dependability on the engine year to year.... I know some about engines but not enough to do rebuilds on my own. So once this one is all done I should be good for 500 hrs before anything major needs to be done. I will only top off around 72 -74 depending on the conditions and what prop. But the nice part is I could go WOT and not do any damage to the engine what so ever....

Thanks I can't wait either. If it is not a catisrophic failure I will have a new paint job as well.

VtSteve · 09-22-2009, 09:37 AM

That's the best course OCD. That boat can do great through waves and big chop at 40 to 50 all day long. That's pretty much what I want. The base 525 or even less is plenty. I don't need a full time mechanic or extra engines and parts in my storage either. I was surprised at the relative low use of fuel for some of these boats. It's all about RPM's and the hull's efficiency. The Formula 290SS I looked at had only twin 350's, but they were pushing a nearly 9000 pound boat

Topped out at 57 mph, but drank quite a bit of fuel at around 28 gph if I remember correctly. That's more than many cruisers.

Good luck with the new power, I think you're making the smart move.

jst_4_kiks · 09-22-2009, 09:52 AM

found you a new engine and drive package. will set you back about $125000 or so.

http://www.mercuryracing.com/_media/...075sci_lar.jpg

God I love big horsepower engines. twin superchargers, Bravo One X-Racing Drive,

OCDACTIVE · 09-22-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jst_4_kiks

found you a new engine and drive package. will set you back about $125000 or so.

http://www.mercuryracing.com/_media/...075sci_lar.jpg

God I love big horsepower engines. twin superchargers, Bravo One X-Racing Drive,

Yup I've seen those.. Gorgeous engine.... Why not add a whipple and surface drive while we are at it?

OCDACTIVE · 09-22-2009, 09:58 AM

here's mine before the supercharger was removed

jst_4_kiks · 09-24-2009, 12:28 AM

looks like a tight fit infront of the engine. moddify theseat a lil for the blower? or was it like that when you bought it? good luck in your replacement and happy boating

OCDACTIVE · 09-24-2009, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by jst_4_kiks

looks like a tight fit infront of the engine. moddify theseat a lil for the blower? or was it like that when you bought it? good luck in your replacement and happy boating

The Blower was on it when I bought it and yes it had been modified. the blower is off now and I will be getting that repaired. You would believe the amount of room there is now to get in there to work on her.

OCDACTIVE · 09-24-2009, 03:02 PM

I just found out that the boat I test drove that made me fall in love with mine is up for sale!.. Exact same boat and year. Only difference is it has twin 350 small blocks. Trust me when I say I would have jumped on this if it were up for sale last year.

It is one of only two 28 Active Thunders ever built. If you like mine and want the info. PM me.

onlywinni · 09-24-2009, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Well we think it will be the same engine. 500 EFI. however I removed the supercharger. Although I liked going 87mph, I would prefer having longevity and dependability on the engine year to year.... I know some about engines but not enough to do rebuilds on my own. So once this one is all done I should be good for 500 hrs before anything major needs to be done. I will only top off around 72 -74 depending on the conditions and what prop. But the nice part is I could go WOT and not do any damage to the engine what so ever....

Thanks I can't wait either. If it is not a catisrophic failure I will have a new paint job as well.

Dont you mean you will top out at 45mph

Love the boat...looks bad ass

I am a supercharger guy, but have fought the urge in the Baja for now...reliable power is better than silly, but unreliable power. Although I cant rule out a Whipple on the 496HO someday

Good luck with the rebuild...next season we will have to go for a blast across the broads at a steady 45mph

OCDACTIVE · 09-24-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by onlywinni

Dont you mean you will top out at 45mph

Love the boat...looks bad ass

I am a supercharger guy, but have fought the urge in the Baja for now...reliable power is better than silly, but unreliable power. Although I cant rule out a Whipple on the 496HO someday

Good luck with the rebuild...next season we will have to go for a blast across the broads at a steady 45mph

Just from what I have heard around the boards.. The whipples do A LOT more damage then pro chargers.. I am staying away from both.

onlywinni · 09-25-2009, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Just from what I have heard around the boards.. The whipples do A LOT more damage then pro chargers.. I am staying away from both.

I have read that too, but there are a few guys that have been running them for years with no problems. I would not do it, until I was prepared to build the motor..but as of now I am broke and need to pay off this boat before I try blowing it up!!!!!

OCDACTIVE · 09-25-2009, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by onlywinni

I have read that too, but there are a few guys that have been running them for years with no problems. I would not do it, until I was prepared to build the motor..but as of now I am broke and need to pay off this boat before I try blowing it up!!!!!

I heard the same thing about prochargers.. Too much work for too little power... You need to really upgrade everything in the engine Rods, pistions etc.. you need to lower compression ratios.. Technically you need to build a new engine to handle the whipples or prochargers. Frankly for the amount it will cost for the actual unit, the upgrades to the engine and outdrive, and upkeep it is just easier and possibly less expensive to just go buy a bigger engine.... 650 maybe?

OCDACTIVE · 10-22-2009, 08:40 AM

hopefully will know what the malfunction is soon!

BroadHopper · 10-22-2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

I heard the same thing about prochargers.. Too much work for too little power... You need to really upgrade everything in the engine Rods, pistions etc.. you need to lower compression ratios.. Technically you need to build a new engine to handle the whipples or prochargers. Frankly for the amount it will cost for the actual unit, the upgrades to the engine and outdrive, and upkeep it is just easier and possibly less expensive to just go buy a bigger engine.... 650 maybe?

You are correct. I had a dragster back in the 70's and have worked on engines for both bracket racing and circle tracks. At one time, I had a 1975 21' Raysoncraft with a 640 blown Ford by Holman and Moody in California. The blower was a whipple charger. Holman and Moody replace practically all moving parts with racing equivalents. It was a great setup.

My choice for engine rebuilder today will be Teague Marine in California. When I bought my Formula, the 7.4 litre engine was tired and the valves were tuliped. I replace it with a bobtail 454 Magnum from Mercury. That way I had a 2 year waranty on the motor and was able to 'drop in' the engine. After breaking it in, I didn't like the way it sounds as it seems to be skipping and at times, 'running on 7 cylinders'. A number of good mechanics around the lake could not figure out what is wrong. I finally gave Bob Teague a call. I was surprised to get 'the man' on the phone. He made several suggestions over the phone and is extremely knowledgable. After replacing the stock coil and wires with Jacobs brand. It ran great! Then I replace the needles in the carb with ones that he reccomended, as well as replace the prop with a Revolution 4 blade. It had literally woke up the boat. I am having a blast! If you need technical advise, I would give him a call!

Lucky1 · 10-25-2009, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Boater

Do you realize that the Marine Patrol reads this forum? You've showed them pictures of your boat and made it clear that you intend to come here (from NY?) and intentionally disregard the law.

I've said before that I don't expect the SL to be strictly enforced. It's one thing to open it up a little when no one is around but you've thrown down the gauntlet and challenged them to stop you. If I were a MP officer I know I'd be watching for you.

Don't we all want a safe lake for all? I mean why boast about breaking the rules? Not a good example for young people either.

OCDACTIVE · 10-25-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Lucky1

Don't we all want a safe lake for all? I mean why boast about breaking the rules? Not a good example for young people either.

Safety has nothing to do with it.. If you read back on this and other threads, there hasn't been one instance that speed was the leading contributer to an accident.

Education and enforcement of exisiting laws is the answer..

PS. Welcome to the forums.

10-25-2009, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Lucky1

Don't we all want a safe lake for all? I mean why boast about breaking the rules? Not a good example for young people either.

Lucky1,
Welcome to boating in NH, where traveling at high speeds in multi-ton brakeless vehicles magically becomes safe. Don't you know that the Speed Limit Law was not really about safety? It was really just an attempt by a few wealthy Democratic land barons to ban a certain type of boat from "their" lake. So it is perfectly acceptable and safe for 16 year olds who have passed a 50 question internet test on channel markers and anchor line length to ignore the Speed Limit if they do not like it.

PS: only kidding.

BroadHopper · 10-25-2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by elchase

Lucky1,
It was really just an attempt by a few wealthy Democratic land barons to ban a certain type of boat from "their" lake.

That's why the true NH natives are P.O. We need to get the Democrats out of our true beloved state! 'Live Free or Die!'

PS: He's not kidding!

RTTOOL · 10-25-2009, 07:48 PM

speed how about this.my new motor for 25ft boat....

OCDACTIVE · 10-26-2009, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by RTTOOL

speed how about this.my new motor for 25ft boat....

very very NICE.... What type of 25 ft are you putting that in? did you have to upgrade the drive?

RTTOOL · 11-02-2009, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ocdactive

very very nice.... What type of 25 ft are you putting that in? Did you have to upgrade the drive?

25ft. Sunsation with blackhawk lower unit should go 100+..

10-28-2009, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Lucky1

Don't we all want a safe lake for all? I mean why boast about breaking the rules? Not a good example for young people either.

Here's a good item about the relationship of speed and safety on other waters...luckily, this does not apply to Lake Winnipesaukee, where there has never been an accident involving excessive speed (WINK).

http://www.theboaters.com/tv/34-boat...at-music-video

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 01:11 PM

So the mechanic called. Still no definative answer. but Cyl #4 and 6 (middle cylindars on the right side) have no compression. Since they share the same head gasket that is most likely part of the problem. He thinks due to the constant oil pressure and that the engine still starts turn key, that it is holes in the pistions burnt out by the pro-charger. Lets hope this is the case!.. Otherwise could get very costly.

10-28-2009, 04:53 PM

Here's a poor guy out sailing along minding his own business and this 63-footer slams into him and kills him;
http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/.../NEWS/80814002
It's nice to know that the chances of such a tragedy are so much lower since the SL.

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:02 PM

Good news.. Found a new fuel injection system to bring it back to stock. A real nice guy out in Ontario actually had the same engine that he put a whipple on, but he saved all the original parts! So even if there is a crank or rods issue I have access to them. Major savings..

Now if I can only trade up my prop.... I have a 32 LH Bravo 1 4 blade, looking for a 26 LH Bravo 1 4 blade. Will trade straight up if anyone is interested?

10-28-2009, 05:16 PM

Here's another accident that shouldn't have happened had there been a SL;
http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?sec...eam&id=5831990

There are actually thousands and thousands of cases like this...I'll keep them coming as I get time. I think it will be truly enlightening for those who still think that high speeds and safety are unrelated. Thankfully, there is no correlation between the two on Winnipesaukee (WINK)

DEJ · 10-28-2009, 05:16 PM

I will keep my eyes open for that prop.

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DEJ

I will keep my eyes open for that prop.

Thanks... I already picked up a 24 by trading in a 5 blade I had but I hear that a 26 may get me 2-3 mph on the top end. So I might be slower out of the hole but it may be the difference between 71 and 74mph... really only 10 mph slower then when I had the procharger. So definately worth a try.

BroadHopper · 10-28-2009, 05:24 PM

I have the above available if you want to try it. I will sell it at a BRO.
I also have a LH 23" Bravo I 3 blade available BRO.
The boat runs excellent on a 24" Revolution 4.

10-28-2009, 05:28 PM

This one only had one death too;
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/nova-scotia...ing-death.html

DEJ · 10-28-2009, 05:29 PM

I have a 23 Mirage plus you can try but it might not be enough prop.

10-28-2009, 05:34 PM

Seems I'm the only one staying on topic today...this is the Anti Speed Limit thread, no? Let's move the engine/prop talk over to the Boating threads and leave this thread to discussion of the dangers of high speed boating.

This high speed collision had four deaths. The driver was going so fast at night that he didn't even see the anchored barge he smashed into. Wouldn't it have been a coincidence if that barge had been named "Eagle Island" or "Diamond Island"? I bet he coudl have stopped in time if he was only going 25;
http://www.atsb.gov.au/newsroom/2008...e/2008_17.aspx

DEJ · 10-28-2009, 05:36 PM

I think that Bravo 4 blade will work just fine on your boat.

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DEJ

I think that Bravo 4 blade will work just fine on your boat.

I agree.. just have to figure out the right pitch. What is strange is the manufactorer says that below 2002 go with the 24 and 2002 models and above go with the 26. The hull design remained the same but I wonder if that is the year they went from the 500 EFI to the 525 EFI. That might account for the slightly different pitch.

chipj29 · 10-29-2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by elchase

Seems I'm the only one staying on topic today...this is the Anti Speed Limit thread, no? Let's move the engine/prop talk over to the Boating threads and leave this thread to discussion of the dangers of high speed boating.

This high speed collision had four deaths. The driver was going so fast at night that he didn't even see the anchored barge he smashed into. Wouldn't it have been a coincidence if that barge had been named "Eagle Island" or "Diamond Island"? I bet he coudl have stopped in time if he was only going 25;
http://www.atsb.gov.au/newsroom/2008...e/2008_17.aspx

Actually, the topic of this thread is "new boat...see you out there". And that is what is being discussed.
Nice try, but thanks for playing.

And to think you don't consider yourself to be a troll.

10-29-2009, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by chipj29

Actually, the topic of this thread is "new boat...see you out there". And that is what is being discussed.

But the title of the section is "Speed Limits". There is a "Boating" section to talk about new boats. This section is to talk about speed limits and things related. The reason this thread was started in this section is obvious...and therein lies the trolling.

Here's one in which a guy plowed into a pylon at 70MPH;
http://www.theleader.com.au/news/loc...4.aspx?src=rss

ouch.

Cal · 10-31-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by elchase

Seems I'm the only one staying on topic today...this is the Anti Speed Limit thread, no? Let's move the engine/prop talk over to the Boating threads and leave this thread to discussion of the dangers of high speed boating.

This high speed collision had four deaths. The driver was going so fast at night that he didn't even see the anchored barge he smashed into. Wouldn't it have been a coincidence if that barge had been named "Eagle Island" or "Diamond Island"? I bet he coudl have stopped in time if he was only going 25;
http://www.atsb.gov.au/newsroom/2008...e/2008_17.aspx

It's amazing how you had to search world wide for a few storys and some weren't that fast anyway. Now lets hear some stories about speed that don't kill.
Oh, thats right, nobody speaks of those

10-31-2009, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Cal

It's amazing how you had to search world wide

Can't find any recent high speed boating accidents on Winnipesaukee to report...oh yeah, that's because we've been basking under the protection of a speed limit.

They should consider a boating speed limit in VA, where accidents are on the rise. I guess "education" and "enforcement of existing laws" didn't do the trick for them either;
http://norfolk.injuryboard.com/misce...oogleid=270684

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by DEJ

I have a 23 Mirage plus you can try but it might not be enough prop.

Well let me see what the 24 does... I haven't even thought of labbing them yet. That can actually get me another 200 RPMS.... I honestly think the 26 labbed would be perfect but that costs like anotehr $800 to do

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadHopper

I have the above available if you want to try it. I will sell it at a BRO.
I also have a LH 23" Bravo I 3 blade available BRO.
The boat runs excellent on a 24" Revolution 4.

You really have a 26 LH Bravo 1 4 blade? I would love to test it.. One condition: You go with me?

BroadHopper · 10-28-2009, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

You really have a 26 LH Bravo 1 4 blade? I would love to test it.. One condition: You go with me?

I could use a little Adrenalin rush!

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadHopper

I could use a little Adrenalin rush!

Well if you really have one, I will definately take you up on it. I have a couple of ads out to trade but if that doesn't happen think up a price and I will take you up on it if it works out.

Any dings on it?

BroadHopper · 10-28-2009, 05:46 PM

If you look at the header, its a 25' LH Bravo 1 3 blade. Solid hub. When you ask me for a ride, I couldn't resist!

OCDACTIVE · 10-28-2009, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadHopper

If you look at the header, its a 25' LH Bravo 1 3 blade. Solid hub. When you ask me for a ride, I couldn't resist!

Ahh.. I would try it but I think the 4 blade is the way to go.. Trust me you are going to get a ride regardless.. I can't wait to test out the new engine next year. I just don't know if I will be putting a paint job on or not...

I may just leave her white and have the A/T symbol painted on (right now it's vinal and have OCD done on the sides and top.)

10-28-2009, 05:55 PM

Only one lady was killed when this guy slammed into a sailboat, Wonder what kind of prop he had?
http://iteamblog.abc7news.com/2007/0...boat-cras.html

VtSteve · 10-28-2009, 05:07 PM

Last summer, hadn't seen that one.

" Mr. Hathaway said he blames the collision on the "inattention" of whoever was operating the Reasons.

"We were going four knots and he was going three and a half times that fast," he said.

Power-driven vessels are to keep out of the way of sailing vessels at all times, according to navigation rules established by the United States Coast Guard. When one vessel gets too close to another, it is deemed to be "overtaking" that vessel."

What was your point this time El?

VtSteve · 04-20-2009, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by chipj29

Fastest boat to 45 mph wins!

My 22 Stingray with the tabs gets to 45 very quick. It's only a small block, but I'm on plane and trimming up in just a few seconds. I guess it's after that point I'd have to worry, or start making excuses about fouled plugs and all that

04-15-2009, 09:20 AM	#2
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,793 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 301 Thanked 1,024 Times in 745 Posts	...way nice looking boat.....how many gallons to fill the gasoline tank, and how many quarts to fill the engine oil crankcase....use synthetic or regular oil?...... just wondering? __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!

04-15-2009, 09:22 AM	#3
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	the gas tank is close to 100 gallons 93 octane. not sure on how many quarts but everything is all synthetic. __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

04-20-2009, 08:52 AM	#10
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	Fastest boat to 45 mph wins! __________________ Getting ready for winter!

04-20-2009, 04:08 PM	#14
rander7823 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 303 Thanks: 550 Thanked 40 Times in 24 Posts	Now If I were the MP Just to drum up a little extra cash flow...I'd sit where I expect people to break the law....so that would be in the Broad's Two boat team one gun one out waiting to pull you over....just like the State Police on the highways. Good Luck out there Last edited by rander7823; 04-20-2009 at 04:08 PM. Reason: spelling

04-21-2009, 10:43 AM	#16
SIKSUKR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,075 Thanks: 215 Thanked 903 Times in 509 Posts	The biggest problem will be the exact direction the boat traveling relative to the radar.The gun will always show a slower speed if the boat is not coming/leaving in a direct path.If there is an angle,unless it is adjusted for,the reading will be slower.There are a lot of variables in trying to take radar readings from a bobbing boat with different approach angles.This will give laywers some fuel to discredit readings.Time will tell. __________________ SIKSUKR

04-15-2009, 05:37 PM	#4
Misty Blue Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 658 Thanks: 121 Thanked 283 Times in 98 Posts	Sweet ride! OCDACTIVE You are going to have a fun summer! Don't you just Love new boat smell? Misty Blue

04-18-2009, 07:41 PM	#7
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,912 Thanks: 338 Thanked 1,689 Times in 594 Posts	I'll be looking for you out there........see how you do against my Donzi

04-21-2009, 10:54 AM	#17
Sman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 103 Thanks: 3 Thanked 27 Times in 8 Posts	fines in topic with the SL part of this, does anyone know what the fines for speeding are It is my understanding that it caries over to you drivers license, but I have not read anything about fines and keeping in topic with the orginal post, nice boat

04-21-2009, 01:40 PM	#19
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 168 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	The broads is massive...and its not like you cant tell a cop boat from miles away. best of luck enforcing this pointless rule... anyway, nice ride OCD

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08-05-2009, 06:58 PM	#21
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	Running as a passenger in VA.... Would have preferred to be driving but still an absolute Great time.. Would love to get shots like this on Lake Winni... Attached Images __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

09-20-2009, 05:10 PM	#22
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	Well, got the supercharger pulled and sold!!!! rewaxed and got her ready for her big pull to VA!... As long as there is no castisrophic failure.... the boat will be back next April with a new engine, throttle, GPS, gauges, and PAINT JOB... Can't wait to see you all out there... Even EL in his sailboat.... __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

09-22-2009, 09:03 AM	#23
robmac Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nashua,Meredith Posts: 951 Thanks: 213 Thanked 106 Times in 81 Posts	Any ideas yet on new power plant? Can't wait to see her out on the water again.

09-22-2009, 09:37 AM	#25
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	That's the best course OCD. That boat can do great through waves and big chop at 40 to 50 all day long. That's pretty much what I want. The base 525 or even less is plenty. I don't need a full time mechanic or extra engines and parts in my storage either. I was surprised at the relative low use of fuel for some of these boats. It's all about RPM's and the hull's efficiency. The Formula 290SS I looked at had only twin 350's, but they were pushing a nearly 9000 pound boat Topped out at 57 mph, but drank quite a bit of fuel at around 28 gph if I remember correctly. That's more than many cruisers. Good luck with the new power, I think you're making the smart move.

09-22-2009, 09:52 AM	#26
jst_4_kiks Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 130 Thanks: 25 Thanked 15 Times in 11 Posts	found you a new engine and drive package. will set you back about $125000 or so. http://www.mercuryracing.com/_media/...075sci_lar.jpg God I love big horsepower engines. twin superchargers, Bravo One X-Racing Drive, __________________ Marine Technician - Learning Something New Every Day PM with any questions about marine repair

09-22-2009, 09:58 AM	#28
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	here's mine before the supercharger was removed Attached Images __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

09-24-2009, 12:28 AM	#29
jst_4_kiks Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 130 Thanks: 25 Thanked 15 Times in 11 Posts	looks like a tight fit infront of the engine. moddify theseat a lil for the blower? or was it like that when you bought it? good luck in your replacement and happy boating __________________ Marine Technician - Learning Something New Every Day PM with any questions about marine repair

09-24-2009, 03:02 PM	#31
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	I just found out that the boat I test drove that made me fall in love with mine is up for sale!.. Exact same boat and year. Only difference is it has twin 350 small blocks. Trust me when I say I would have jumped on this if it were up for sale last year. It is one of only two 28 Active Thunders ever built. If you like mine and want the info. PM me. __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

10-22-2009, 08:40 AM	#36
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	engine is out... hopefully will know what the malfunction is soon! Attached Images __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

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10-25-2009, 07:48 PM	#42
RTTOOL Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Meredith,NH.-Nashua,NH Posts: 93 Thanks: 79 Thanked 12 Times in 10 Posts	speed how about this.my new motor for 25ft boat.... Attached Images

10-28-2009, 01:11 PM	#46
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	getting closer to an answer. So the mechanic called. Still no definative answer. but Cyl #4 and 6 (middle cylindars on the right side) have no compression. Since they share the same head gasket that is most likely part of the problem. He thinks due to the constant oil pressure and that the engine still starts turn key, that it is holes in the pistions burnt out by the pro-charger. Lets hope this is the case!.. Otherwise could get very costly. __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

10-28-2009, 04:53 PM	#47
elchase Guest Posts: n/a	Here's a poor guy out sailing along minding his own business and this 63-footer slams into him and kills him; http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/.../NEWS/80814002 It's nice to know that the chances of such a tragedy are so much lower since the SL.

10-28-2009, 05:02 PM	#48
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	Good news.. Found a new fuel injection system to bring it back to stock. A real nice guy out in Ontario actually had the same engine that he put a whipple on, but he saved all the original parts! So even if there is a crank or rods issue I have access to them. Major savings.. Now if I can only trade up my prop.... I have a 32 LH Bravo 1 4 blade, looking for a 26 LH Bravo 1 4 blade. Will trade straight up if anyone is interested? __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

10-28-2009, 05:16 PM	#49
elchase Guest Posts: n/a	Here's another accident that shouldn't have happened had there been a SL; http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?sec...eam&id=5831990 There are actually thousands and thousands of cases like this...I'll keep them coming as I get time. I think it will be truly enlightening for those who still think that high speeds and safety are unrelated. Thankfully, there is no correlation between the two on Winnipesaukee (WINK)

10-28-2009, 05:16 PM	#50
DEJ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 554 Thanks: 528 Thanked 316 Times in 156 Posts	I will keep my eyes open for that prop.

10-28-2009, 05:24 PM	#52
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,592 Thanks: 3,232 Thanked 1,109 Times in 798 Posts	LH 25" Bravo I 3 blade. I have the above available if you want to try it. I will sell it at a BRO. I also have a LH 23" Bravo I 3 blade available BRO. The boat runs excellent on a 24" Revolution 4. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

10-28-2009, 05:28 PM	#53
elchase Guest Posts: n/a	This one only had one death too; http://www.cbc.ca/canada/nova-scotia...ing-death.html

10-28-2009, 05:29 PM	#54
DEJ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 554 Thanks: 528 Thanked 316 Times in 156 Posts	I have a 23 Mirage plus you can try but it might not be enough prop.

10-28-2009, 05:34 PM	#55
elchase Guest Posts: n/a	Seems I'm the only one staying on topic today...this is the Anti Speed Limit thread, no? Let's move the engine/prop talk over to the Boating threads and leave this thread to discussion of the dangers of high speed boating. This high speed collision had four deaths. The driver was going so fast at night that he didn't even see the anchored barge he smashed into. Wouldn't it have been a coincidence if that barge had been named "Eagle Island" or "Diamond Island"? I bet he coudl have stopped in time if he was only going 25; http://www.atsb.gov.au/newsroom/2008...e/2008_17.aspx

10-28-2009, 05:36 PM	#56
DEJ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 554 Thanks: 528 Thanked 316 Times in 156 Posts	I think that Bravo 4 blade will work just fine on your boat.

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10-28-2009, 05:46 PM	#66
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,592 Thanks: 3,232 Thanked 1,109 Times in 798 Posts	Ocdactive If you look at the header, its a 25' LH Bravo 1 3 blade. Solid hub. When you ask me for a ride, I couldn't resist! __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

10-28-2009, 05:55 PM	#68
elchase Guest Posts: n/a	Only one lady was killed when this guy slammed into a sailboat, Wonder what kind of prop he had? http://iteamblog.abc7news.com/2007/0...boat-cras.html

10-28-2009, 05:07 PM	#69
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	Another tragedy Last summer, hadn't seen that one. " Mr. Hathaway said he blames the collision on the "inattention" of whoever was operating the Reasons. "We were going four knots and he was going three and a half times that fast," he said. Power-driven vessels are to keep out of the way of sailing vessels at all times, according to navigation rules established by the United States Coast Guard. When one vessel gets too close to another, it is deemed to be "overtaking" that vessel." What was your point this time El?