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by Midastouch73
May 26th, '21, 02:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 454 Stumbling
Replies: 23
Views: 10366

Re: 454 Stumbling

I had a similar issue. Come to find out there was a lose connection on the electric fuel pump. The electric fuel pump fed the manual fuel pump. When it became disconnected it would stumble then stall when trying to get up on plane. Once I reconnected the pump it ran like a champ. It took months to f...
by Midastouch73
May 18th, '21, 20:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shaft Flange Removal
Replies: 2
Views: 3400

Shaft Flange Removal

Im attempting to install my dripless shaft seals but I'm having the damndest time trying to remove the flange from the prop shaft. Does anyone have any insight on how to remove them?
by Midastouch73
Dec 2nd, '20, 22:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Midship Transducer Degree Angle
Replies: 0
Views: 11863

Midship Transducer Degree Angle

Im planning a bottom paint haul out soon and I'm looking to install a new transducer while she's out of the water. Any suggestions on what angle transducer to use for a midship install wither between the engines or midship starboard leaning side? Looking at going with the Airmar chirp ready 175Hw 1K...
by Midastouch73
Nov 22nd, '20, 16:20
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Number of Underwater Lights
Replies: 3
Views: 3608

Number of Underwater Lights

Im looking to install some underwater lights during my next haul out for bottom painting. I was curious to know opinions on the amount of lights to go with. My initial thought was 3-4 across the transom and 1-2 on the port/ starboard sides. I'm looking to use lumatic lights. Money isn't endless but ...
by Midastouch73
Nov 10th, '20, 03:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dual Screens Vs Single 3 in 1 Screen
Replies: 18
Views: 11617

Re: Dual Screens Vs Single 3 in 1 Screen

I see I'll need to dig a bit deeper into my pockets for that second display. I was looking at 12" but i'm sur ei cant get them to fit without a modification. I prefer a larger size than a 7".
by Midastouch73
Nov 6th, '20, 01:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dual Screens Vs Single 3 in 1 Screen
Replies: 18
Views: 11617

Dual Screens Vs Single 3 in 1 Screen

I am admittingly new to the boating scene since the purchase of my Bertram 31. Although my Bert has electronics I'd like to outfit it with some upgraded equipment. I currently have a furuno g1650 and a furuno fish finder. I was curious to know if there is any reason why people run dual screens as op...
by Midastouch73
Oct 29th, '20, 18:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Over Sized Rudders
Replies: 20
Views: 9741

Re: Over Sized Rudders

What about did the pair hit you for? I got the oversized rudders for my 31 from http://www.bobbysolespropeller.com/ They had Capt Pat's design with all of the measurements for my boat. All I had to do was tell them whether my tillers were above or below the rudder shelf. Running on one engine with t...
by Midastouch73
Oct 29th, '20, 01:14
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Over Sized Rudders
Replies: 20
Views: 9741

Over Sized Rudders

Im trying to weigh my cost options for a set of new rudders. Besides High Tide marine does anyone have a line on other sources for Oversized Rudders?