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Recent content by wtanner

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    251 convincor

    How much would a 1.36 drive affect it! Engine was replaced, although I have not done a compression test, there does not appear to be any blowby, and oil is clean clean clean! And runs like a top. That is speed with almost no trim up. I feel when I start trimming up quite a bit at speed stern of...
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    251 convincor

    Hey all, just wondering where I should be speed wise. Just bought boat, upgraded from an Exciter. Got about 12 hours behind wheel, still trying to get used to how far I can trim up. I'm currently getting about 54gps, around 4 grand, spinning a 22 bravo, was told gearcase is a 1.36. Stock 95 7.4...
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    84 Exciter couple Questions..

    Well boat is in garage now... all done for this year. So far I love boat. Now the fun begins.... Full restoration, floor , transom, upholstery/carpeting. Will start new thread with updates. But how can I upload pics???
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    84 Exciter couple Questions..

    Hey thanks for the replies.. Was out all day had a good time 3 adults and one child it runs a solid 55. Def want to get a prop only a month left here in ct for boating.. then she comes in garage for full restore. ahhhh how do I post pics..
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    84 Exciter couple Questions..

    Nope never redone... just no cleats.. only two on boat and both aft of rear seat... Only bow hook up front
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    84 Exciter couple Questions..

    Hows it going, Been on here lurking for a few weeks now awesome site!! Anyway just got a 85 exciter with a v6 merc 150 on the back. Right now I have a dookie aluminum 21 pitch michigan wheel I want to buy a new ss prop I herd all around better. Question is..... should I stay at 21 pitch? Right...
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