Forum: Performance
12-12-2003, 01:18 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 276
Re: Twin 140 4Stroke Suzuki's
I've got twin 115 4 stroke Suzukis on my 23 Sceptre and I like it. We travel `10-30 miles out or more and we don't have any towing service to my knowledge here. Its a nice feeling that I can come...
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Forum: General
12-05-2003, 05:44 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 384
Re: Tow Vehicle for a Seacraft 23CC
Towing my 23'Sceptre with a '97 3/4 ton 4x4 Chevy Silverado (5.7 with auto and 4:10 gears). No problem at all and like the larger brake system. Also definitely keep a well maintained trailer brake...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
11-29-2003, 12:53 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 87
Re: instrument panel & glove box material
I used plexiglas (black) for my dash gauges. You can get it as scraps from some dealers. They also come in different colors and lots of boats here in Hawaii also use it as splash shields mounted on...
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Forum: General
06-03-2003, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 88
Hull thickness in bilge area for 23'Sceptre o/b
I'm trying to determine the approximate thickness of my hull in the bilge area. I have a '78 Potter hull and I'm about to install a Airmar 1000 watt 50 kHz transducer for an in-hull installation and...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
04-02-2003, 03:32 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 244
Re: Got my bracket on!!!!
Thanks for the info Briguy. Hope you meet your timetable for your "worthy cause" and more importantly achieve your initial project goals after adding brackets, etc. Looking forward to your upcoming...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-29-2003, 09:44 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 127
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-27-2003, 03:21 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 244
Re: Got my bracket on!!!!
Briguy,
A little more info please...what was the distance between the two motor's centerline? What was the vertical lenght from the hull bottom to the cutout on the engine's centerline? Is 30"...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-26-2003, 03:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 127
23' Sceptre: Storage area in front of fuel tank
I have a '78 o/b model and want to know how the area under the hinged stge area is contructed. Is there a false bottom under the inner shell? Does the center stringer go all the way into the front...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-26-2003, 02:45 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 244
Re: Got my bracket on!!!!
Hi Briguy,
Looking forward to seeing the pics of you new setup. As for me, having the transom built up about 5" to accomodate the twin 115s Suzukis on my 23'. Transom was okay so no major work. ...
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Forum: Performance
03-26-2003, 02:21 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 209
Re: 18' CC trailer?
I purchased a Pacific trailer through the Boat House of Anaheim for my 23'Sceptre. Pacific Trailers in Chino built it to spec. and I love it. Mine is overkill but they have all sizes and types. Web...
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Forum: Performance
03-24-2003, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 302
Re: Trim Tabs on a 20
I had the Bennett 12x12 tabs on my 20''76 Cutty and never had a problem or ever had to fill reservoir in over 8 yrs that I had it. For my install on my i/o model, it was tricky to place the hose...
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Forum: General
03-22-2003, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 251
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Forum: Performance
03-18-2003, 01:04 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 127
Re: Trailer compatability question.
I like to overkill when it comes to trailer also. Good to go with a trailer that fits your budget and also have a lasting life. Larger tires, axles, spindles, etc. will cost but will also last...
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Forum: General
03-04-2003, 03:04 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 189
Re: inboard to outboard
Hi there! As to the problem of a wet transom, I had the deck raised for several reasons, the main one being a "dry bilge". I don't know the condition of your deck but if it is a problem, you could...
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Forum: General
02-27-2003, 02:38 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 128
Re: "74, 20' cc I/O Merc or Volvo
To clarify, the original Seacrafts did have a 165 hp Mercruiser inline 250cu" motor (Chevy). It may have been an option. I don't think it's avail. anymore but I remember it was a easy motor to...
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Forum: General
02-26-2003, 04:27 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 128
Re: "74, 20' cc I/O Merc or Volvo
Hi there! What model of motor do you have now? I had inline six mercs in mid 70 20's. One I changed to a v6 volvo and the other I replaced block with same inline 6 but added fresh water cooling. ...
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Forum: General
02-25-2003, 01:28 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 158
Re: Congratulations Trayder !!!!!!
Congrats for a job well done to all you founding members and for all others that have contributed to the success of this very informative and "classy" site. Learned alot, still learning and look...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
02-23-2003, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 129
Re: 20 CC Deck Rebuild
I agree on raising the deck (for a flush deck).On my 20 cutty that I just sold, I had an insulated fish box made flush to the floor that drained straight down using treaded plugs. It was located in...
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Forum: Performance
02-18-2003, 03:43 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 173
Re: Twin engine setups: counter rotating props?
Hi again...hit he wrong key again. Just picked up the 23 this morning and couple of my buddies helped me scrub it down and removed the gas tank cover, backing for dash, etc. Gas tank looks in good...
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Forum: Performance
02-18-2003, 03:10 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 173
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
02-11-2003, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 166
Re: Raising the Floor?
Hi again...hit the wrong key! I raised my floor for the following reasons: When fishing in heavy seas, too much water gets in and original drains too slow; cleaning up after a large catch becomes a...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
02-11-2003, 05:15 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 166
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Forum: Performance
01-31-2003, 12:33 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 287
Re: TSUNAMI I/O repower
I have a 4.3 Volvo D/P on a 20 cutty which is a lot for the boat. Others I know with the same on a 23 have made comments that they wished they went bigger. Adequate but when heavily loaded, they...
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Forum: Performance
01-25-2003, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 173
Re: Twin engine setups: counter rotating props?
Thanks for replies. Based on what I heard from friends and dealer here, 115s would be suitable for my fishing (deepsea trolling and bottomfishing) but I notice on this site that more seem to suggest...
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Forum: Performance
01-25-2003, 03:52 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 173
Twin engine setups: counter rotating props?
Need your opinions on whether or not I should go with counter rotating props? What are the pros and cons as to performance, fuel efficiency, cost?
Awaiting arrival of 23 Sceptre from w.coast. ...
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