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Forum: Performance 07-21-2012, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,348
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Johnson 1996 reputation.

Many Thanks Gentlemen...appreciated.

Seems like '96 (excepting for its thirst) will be in the clear.

Is there something to admire about the 'loopers'..like power to weight,
torque, or...
Forum: Performance 07-21-2012, 07:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,348
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Reputation of 1996 Johnson 225 Outboards?

I seem to recall that some years in the late '90s were not so trouble free, but were the 1996
models OK. Also, were these knows as 'loopers'...and if so are loopers to be sought after?
I'm...
Forum: General 07-11-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,533
Posted By Wes Ruggles
23' Tsunami w/Tower

Three years in So Cal and nine years in Mexico...all on the same Johnson 235...never saw a mechanic...fished anywhere, anytime, just like the Bertrams and Hatteras. Often got home quicker! Please try...
Forum: Performance 07-11-2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Many Thanks...Agreed. My attraction to the...

Many Thanks...Agreed.

My attraction to the 'package' is the very nice DuoProp (V8 rated, 1:95/1) that comes with the Ford 5.8 (running) engine.

But, as you've reminded me...old and heavy.
...
Forum: Performance 07-11-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 877
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Many Thanks, Wes

Many Thanks,

Wes
Forum: Performance 07-10-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 877
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Thanks..my thoughts too. Wes

Thanks..my thoughts too.

Wes
Forum: Performance 07-10-2012, 05:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Has anyone tried a Volvo Single DuoProp/5.8L IO package in a Tsunami?

I know...very heavy package...but nice outdrive.

Thanks.
Forum: Performance 07-10-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 877
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Single 1994 Johnson 175 on a 23' Tsunami

Will it (eventually) plane...and how fast might it cruise.
Two anglers, 70 gallons fuel.

My previous Tsunamis w/single Johnson 2thirsty5s (Cabo and Yucatan Mexico) cruised 30 Kts at 3500rpm. They...
Forum: General 04-09-2004, 01:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 80
Posted By Wes Ruggles
23' Potter near Dania Flea Market

Hi Fellow SeaCrafters.

Please check out my ad of April 9th. in the For Sale section
of this site.

Regards,

Wes
Forum: For Sale 04-09-2004, 01:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 81
Posted By Wes Ruggles
23' Potter near Dania Flea Market

My 1973 23' Tsunami, re-transomed and prepped for finishing, will be available for viewing less than 10 minutes drive from
the upcoming Dania Flea Market.

Call my mobile, 954-850-8458, since I'll...
Forum: For Sale 04-09-2004, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 133
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: 23 or 25 safari wanted

Hi, again.

Send me your e-mail address and I'll forward photos.

Wes Ruggles
Forum: For Sale 04-09-2004, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 133
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: 23 or 25 safari wanted

I have a 1973 23' Potter Built which has been in the process of
restoration. It was formerly a Twin 165 HP Mercruiser I/O boat.
She is now totally stripped, re-transomed, and awaiting a decision as...
Forum: For Sale 03-08-2004, 01:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 320
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: Wanted Cheap Sea Craft 18-23 feet

Hi Sonny,

Sorry I missed your email on Friday.

Send me your actual email address and I'll forward photos since they are not on the Classic Seacraft server yet.

Or...send me your tel # and...
Forum: For Sale 03-05-2004, 02:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 103
Posted By Wes Ruggles
23' Tsunami '73 For Sale

I have a 23' Tsunami with a new transom as well as every piece needed to restore it to original...no kidding.

I also have a brand new bracket, a 'young' '93 Johnson 200HP, and all new original...
Forum: For Sale 03-05-2004, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 320
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: Wanted Cheap Sea Craft 18-23 feet

I have a 23' Tsunami with a new transom as well as every piece
needed to restore it to original...no kidding.

I also have a brand new bracket, a 'young' '93 Johnson 200HP, and all new original...
Forum: General 05-05-2003, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 77
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: heads on 23

My last SeaCraft, a 23' Tsunami which I had in Mexico for 9 years, had a full flushing electric head in it...to the delight of many. Give me a call, I'm in Lauderdale.

Wes 954-850-8458
Forum: General 04-28-2003, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 119
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Re: question 1982 seacraft 23 inboard

Hi El Pescador.

Have you considered configuring your inboard SeaCraft
project with a 'Jack Shaft'? That way, you would be using an I/O drive (Alpha or Bravo or even Bravo III)
and would have an...
Forum: For Sale 04-28-2003, 12:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 107
Posted By Wes Ruggles
For Sale: Johnson 200 Ocean Runner & Bracket

The single engine Stainless Marine bracket is brand new, powder coated white (includes SM's Logo),
and measures 16" wide with a 30" set-back (allows full out of the water tilt for the motor). It...
Forum: For Sale 04-15-2003, 06:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 123
Posted By Wes Ruggles
Wes' 23' Tsunami: More Optional Parts

Forgot to mention these other new optional extras: Fuel tank (now total of 115 gallons) and complete
Teleflex hydraulic steering system.
Thanks,

Wes
Forum: For Sale 04-15-2003, 06:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 93
Posted By Wes Ruggles
23' SeaCraft Tsunami, 1973, for Sale

This 1973 Potter built boat was originally an I/O with twin Mercruiser 165s. It now has a new professionally built transom by Wildfire Marine of Stuart Florida. No cut-outs were made, so it is ready...
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