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- Thu Jun 24, 2021 8:57 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Evinrude Rumors
- Replies: 29
- Views: 14159
Re: Evinrude Rumors
I don't have any information about what the new product that will be made at the old E-TEC plant. Maybe it will be the previously touted Project Ghost or Project M. From the descriptions BRP has offered, I am having a hard time seeing how this "revolutionary" concept is different from inb...
- Wed Jun 23, 2021 4:56 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Evinrude Rumors
- Replies: 29
- Views: 14159
Re: Evinrude Rumors
Sad news. But perhaps they will store the tooling for another go at it in the future.
- Wed Jun 23, 2021 1:39 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Problems with Older Boats
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4498
Re: Problems with Older Boats
The age is not as significant as the prior use (or abuse). I recently purchased and restored a 1973 13'. Fortunately, the hull was basically sound, with no waterlogging at all, and fiberglass problems that were easily repaired by a fiberglass novice (me). That said, looking back, the work required t...
- Tue Jun 22, 2021 9:46 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Evinrude Rumors
- Replies: 29
- Views: 14159
Re: Evinrude Rumors
If BRP held on to the ETEC tooling then it is conceivable. To re-start from scratch would be a monumental task. Top There is an anecdote that the Seiko management at one point had determined that with the development of quartz movements reaching maturity, all-mechanical watches were passé. They ord...
- Fri Jun 18, 2021 5:10 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 13-Footer Owners With Auxiliary Engines
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3444
Re: 13-Footer Owners With Auxiliary Engines
A1: 30. A2: I have a British Seagull 2-HP engine that I plan to restore and perhaps take along on my 13-footer. A3: For main engines I have seen a classic Evinrude 70-HP three-cylinder two-stroke-powr-cycle engine on a SPORT [13] with remote controls. I wouldn't [use a 70-HP engine on a SPORT 13]. I...
- Mon Jun 14, 2021 5:52 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
Re: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
Jim, thanks again for your thoughtful replies. I did install a Tiny Tach right on the tiller; it was easy to do, although I followed the setup instructions, it read double RPM at first, but I got that straightened out and it now reads correctly. On my second and third sea trials I was able to evalua...
- Fri Jun 11, 2021 1:37 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
Re: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
My research indicates that a BRP Tachometer with System Check will only report engine speed and Low Oil when used with the 15HO, 25, and 30 motors. https://www.manualslib.com/manual/825282/Evinrude-E-Tec-2011-Series.html?page=26#manual Since it is easy enough to make sure the reservoir has sufficien...
- Fri Jun 11, 2021 8:37 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
Re: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
I am not familiar with the required rigging for “portable” E-TEC engines. Refer to the Operating Guide for advice. There are LEDs on the EMM. Here is what the operating guide says: WARNING SYSTEM - S.A.F.E. This outboard is equipped with Speed Adjusting Failsafe Electronics (S.A.F.E.). S.A.F.E. is ...
- Thu Jun 10, 2021 3:32 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
Re: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
Thank you, Jim for taking the time to respond. I am certainly aware how small boats are very sensitive to crew weight. I suppose I was hoping for someone who had had a similar quest and could therefore give me a shortcut answer. Too optimistic, perhaps. As far as installing an Evinrude tach, keep in...
- Wed Jun 09, 2021 4:03 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
Re: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
I ordered both the [new] propellers [of undesignated pitch, perhaps a 10 x 10 and a second 10 x 11] , but I cannot return either if the propeller was used. I could re-sell as a slightly-used proeller. When I posted the original message, I had not yet had the boat on the water. I was leaning toward t...
- Thu Jun 03, 2021 5:14 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7430
13' Standard 30-HP: Propeller for Water Skiing
I have a classic 13 Standard with Evinrude E-TEC 30 HP. I already have a three-bladed 10 x 13 BRP stainless propeller for speed with light loads. I want to purchase a four-bladed stainless propeller that optimizes four adults in the boat, or two adults in the boat and one adult waterskier. No fancy ...
- Tue Mar 23, 2021 5:45 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 1970 13-footer Hull Repairs
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1593
Re: 1970 13-footer Hull Repairs
Aschubox—My 13-footer hull had some crazing and some damage to the fiberglass at the chines and [runners]. In several places the foam was visible, but fortunately the previous owner had put some 3M5200 adhesive sealant in those places and I was able to verify no water absorption in the foam. I did f...
- Wed Feb 24, 2021 11:06 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Re: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
I contacted Boston Whaler customer service, and posed questions about my boat. They were very courteous and willing to help. However, I do not believe the rep was completely familiar with the 13-footer history. Over several emails, I got some mixed answers. At first, the rep said he could not find t...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 2:06 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Re: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
I actually wanted a 15-inch transom since I have a 1981 Evinrude 25-HP Worktwin with tiller and low hours that I plan to use on the boat. The Evinrude has a 15-inch shaft. It should be a good match both in terms of power and vintage. Regarding the green line, I will perhaps find that when restoring....
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 12:40 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Re: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
Well, I do see your point about the rounded corners. The notch just looked like it was factory because I saw no evidence of modification. Perhaps I will know more after I remove the blue paint. The paint is peeling, so I don't think it was a professional job.
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 9:36 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Re: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
Thank you again, Jimh for your detailed response. Yes, it definitely has a factory notched transom. notchedTransom_.jpg Definitely 40 HP. capacityPlate.jpg I remember reading in the Reference section something like "The Standard model was not always listed in the catalog, but could be special o...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:17 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Re: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
OK, first, thanks to everyone who posted a reply. But it seems I posted my question prematurely. I had been working off of the hull number on the title, which was mailed to me. I bought the boat over the phone, based on an in-person inspection by a friend and photos he sent, including the capacity p...
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 9:07 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5482
Identify Boston Whaler 13-foot Hull
At 72-years-old I finally realized a nearly lifelong ambition, and I am now the owner of a Boston Whaler 13-foot bare hull. I want to configure it as a Standard tiller-steering model. I know [this particular Boston Whaler 13-foot hull] was originally one of the steering wheel models because it has a...