ActiveFun

I just spoke to the marina and the boat is fixed. That was the problem, the cooler was full of oil. Just in time for a **** weekend weather wise. I dont care if I need a snorkel, Id like to get out Sunday. Its going to rain tomorrow.

JCPERF

Where do you keep the boat?

JROMY

Active - did you get the boat out yesterday?

ActiveFun

The boat is at Grovers and it ran great yesterday.
My newest concern is how the factory fresh water flush system works. There are no manual hand valves and no sea strainers. When you connect the water hose and turn it on, it seams like there is a water restriction. The water does not flow hard out the drives (as im accustomed to with past boats). When you start it up the water does exit the exhaust but Im not sure if its flowing as it should. Could this be due to their being thermostats?? Is there a check-valve in this set up that could be hanging up? Or is this normal. I've had to replace both water pump impellers and now wondering if the impellers were worn from being old, or they're getting burnt up while flushing the motor with fresh water?

JCPERF

Is it white with some blue graphics on it?

ActiveFun

Yes, why do you ask?? What do you think about those check valves in the flush system??

Semper Fi

ActiveFun--glad to see your boat is up and running again.

ActiveFun

Thanks. Im glad it was minor and everything should be ready for the NYC Poker Run.
Hey Greg, ever run a 33 with a set of Hydromotives?? The previous owner has a set. He said the top end was a little better but harder to get on plane than with the lab Bravos that are on the boat now. Im wondering if it will give a faster cruise speed.

JROMY

My little oil problem is resolved as well. A loose fitting to the remote oil filter. You should talk to Ron (Full Throttle) about props. He's been doing all kinds of experimenting with his Pantera, and I think Hydromotive actually gave him props to test, and if he wasn't happy could return within 30 days for another?

PPlay33

ActiveFun, I have both for my boat. Stick with the Bravos. They have a better cruise speed due too less slip at those speeds. The hydros slip is about the same at high speeds, and may be 1mph faster, but they don't handle quite as well at top speed. Your boat looks great! Good luck with it.