Another Winter Project!

[DelawareDave]

quit teasing, how much did ya get it for?lol
Too much! :cry:

[DelawareDave]

I am still working on this. I started making an extended transom housing, as I couldn't get one that would fit properly. I should be ready to set the engine in this coming weekend. I have been chasing down parts, more than working on it. But it is starting to come together now.
Here is an original Berk housing before undergoing "surgery".
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/TH_1.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/TH_2.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/TH_3.JPG

[DelawareDave]

Here is the housing after some mods. I have to take it to work and tack it together to verify fit. I still have to cut a pitch on the added part to align the transom flange, and the bowl section.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/TH_7.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/TH_8.JPG

[atxwrangler]

Nice Work!!!

[RIVERTIME247]

thats a texas tunnel isnt it ?
just tell her about all the money you'll make when you sell the other two!
and put the money into the tunnel.

[DelawareDave]

thats a texas tunnel isnt it ?
just tell her about all the money you'll make when you sell the other two!
and put the money into the tunnel.
Looks similar to a Mantra tunnel. Whether a Texas tunnel was the original design, I have no clue.

[DelawareDave]

Set the motor in today, temporarily, at least. I have to do a bit of trimming on a couple of items. I also want to add a pump brace, and wanted to verify clearances.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/...00/Motor_3.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/...00/Motor_4.JPG

[Wet Dream]

Is it just me, or do those headers seem to sit high?

[DelawareDave]

Update: I am on schedule getting this beast back together. Pump is sealed up, and the motor is in. Wiring and gauges are in and done, with the exception of the distributor. Fuel system is done. I have to make a battery mount so that can get installed and hooked up. I will put the headers on last and run the water after that. Then a few minor details, and to the river to test. Water test should be done by 5-27.

[DelawareDave]

Some pics.
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...2&d=1179271434
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...3&d=1179271453
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...4&d=1179271469