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Forum: Repairs/Mods. 12-14-2008, 01:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Re: soft deck

I knew that this was probably the case and I would love to create a major project and do a total re-haul, but the funds are not quit there yet. I think the t-top should be fine considering three out...
Forum: Repairs/Mods. 12-13-2008, 04:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Re: soft deck

Well we know there was a bunch of water there because when we cut an access hole inside of the compartment (infront of the console) on the port side wall water poured out and the foam inside was...
Forum: Repairs/Mods. 12-12-2008, 11:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
soft deck

I have had a soft spot on my deck since I bought my 23 CC last year. It is right next to the front left corner of the console. We know that it was wet because when we were drilling holes for the...
Forum: For Sale 09-25-2008, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 111
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Classic SeaCraft SS Emblem

Is there anyway we can get a picture? I'm pretty sure I know what they look like, but I just want to be sure. Thanks
Forum: Repairs/Mods. 09-06-2008, 02:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 82
Posted By blunas2188
Deck Repair, 1975 23 Inboard

I have noticed a few soft spots on my deck and was wondering if anyone had any advice to repairing these. Is there any way to make the repairs without it looking like the deck was attacked by a saw....
Forum: Performance 09-04-2008, 10:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 274
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Inboard Guys-Traditional Stuffing Box or Dripl

I think we have finally broken it in. While we still have to leave it dripping slightly for it to stay cool, it does not heat up anymore like it did. Soon I think we will be able to stop the drip and...
Forum: SeaCraft Photos 08-27-2008, 01:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 165
Posted By blunas2188
Re: 23' SF Inboard Re-power

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e166/bweiner21/IMG_24662.jpg

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e166/bweiner21/IMG_2471.jpg

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e166/bweiner21/IMG_2719.jpg
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Forum: SeaCraft Photos 08-27-2008, 12:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 165
Posted By blunas2188
Re: 23' SF Inboard Re-power

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e166/bweiner21/IMG_2718.jpg

Just put her in the water today for the rest of the season. Testing out how to post pics, I think I figured it out, finally. Will put...
Forum: Performance 08-25-2008, 02:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 274
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Inboard Guys-Traditional Stuffing Box or Dripl

Milesoffshore-

What diameter shaft are you using and what size tube do you have? Also, just curious what power you have as well.

Thanks!
Forum: Performance 08-23-2008, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 274
Posted By blunas2188
Inboard Guys-Traditional Stuffing Box or Dripless?

Hey guys,

I have a 23 CC inboard with a D4-260 Volvo diesel. We currently are using a traditional stuffing box set up. however, it seems that at high speeds the packing isn't getting enough water...
Forum: Performance 08-23-2008, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 102
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Top End Speed

I have a hard top being put on my inboard as we speak and I was worried about the same issue. However, my welder has said that the hard top, depending on the angle it is set at, can help to lift the...
Forum: Performance 08-12-2008, 09:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 101
Posted By blunas2188
Hot Stuffing Box on 23 SF inboard CC

We took our boat out for the first time after its re-power and we are having trouble with the stuffing box not over-heating. It a 23' CC SF Inboard with a D4-260 volvo. We are swinging a 17'' wheel...
Forum: General 08-10-2008, 06:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 68
Posted By blunas2188
Through Hull Drainage

I have a 1975 23' SF inboard that has a self bailing cockpit that drains through the hull. It is still out of the water, as we are re-powering it, and is being put in the water in a few days. I was...
Forum: Repairs/Mods. 08-03-2008, 02:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 80
Posted By blunas2188
Transom Delamination?

I am currently repowering my 23' SF inboard CC and was wondering about the lamination/delamination of the transom. First of all, we had the boat surveryed last fall when we purchased the boat and the...
Forum: Performance 08-02-2008, 10:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By blunas2188
Re: T-Top with Straight Inboard, engine under cons

Savage, how did you set that up. do the pistons just help to make it go up at slow speeds or are they actually controlled by a switch or something? Is that a tough set up to do? and how strong does...
Forum: Performance 08-02-2008, 09:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By blunas2188
T-Top with Straight Inboard, engine under console

Does anyone here have any suggestions for the fabrication of a t-top for a center console that has the engine under the console. Our console must be able to flip forward, towards the bow, to access...
Forum: SeaCraft Photos 07-31-2008, 10:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 165
Posted By blunas2188
Re: 23' SF Inboard Re-power

Guess the pics didnt work. Here they are though in a slideshow, let me know if this does/doesn't work. Thanks!


http://s39.photobucket.com/albums/e166/bweiner21/?albumview=slideshow
Forum: SeaCraft Photos 07-31-2008, 10:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 165
Posted By blunas2188
23' SF Inboard Re-power

Here are some pics of my new 23' CC Inboard. We replaced a 235 hp Ford Gas with a 260 hp Volvo Deisel (much safer and more reliable). Hope you enjoy the pics and please feel free to comment on things...
Forum: Performance 07-31-2008, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Quick Question: 23' SF Inboard

It is a straight inboard and ill try and get some pics up. But yes, the holes do go right through the hull. This is normal, right?
Forum: Performance 07-31-2008, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Quick Question: 23' SF Inboard

Putting in a 260 horse diesel volvo. We are currently waiting for the technician to come for sea trials, so the prop is not for certain yet. But as of now we are swinging a 17'' wheel. However, this...
Forum: Performance 07-31-2008, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Quick Question: 23' SF Inboard

I am in the process of a repower for my boat and have it in the shop (have not yet put it in the water since purchase) and I noticed that there are two small holes in the floor in the each back...
Forum: General 07-23-2008, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 67
Posted By blunas2188
Re: East Coast Tuna Club.

do you mean east coast tuna association?
Forum: General 07-23-2008, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 85
Posted By blunas2188
1989 Raw Water Cooled Ford Block V8 235 HP Engine

I recently bought a 23' CC SF inboard with a 1989 Raw Water Cooled 351 Ford Block V8 235 HP Engine. According to the previous owner there are only 200 hours put onto this engine despite its age....
Forum: Performance 04-11-2008, 03:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Re: Recommendations for a re-power of a SF23 Inboa

I am located in Southern Maine. What archives are you talking about?
Forum: Performance 04-10-2008, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 97
Posted By blunas2188
Recommendations for a re-power of a SF23 Inboard?

I was wondering whether anyone has ever re-powered a 23' Seacraft center console with a classic inboard set up of a shaft/prop. As of now we are looking to put in either a 225HP or a 260HP volvo...
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