Recent content by christoner2002

  1. christoner2002

    Attempting this 5.7 build again.

    Started looking at building a 5.7 Vortec engine for my boat last year, but after asking here, I saw I was doing it wrong. So, trying again. Looking for a decent reliable build that will not have any issues, yet may make a little more power then it had originally. This is what I have, and what...
  2. christoner2002

    Yet another winter 5.7 engine build, oil pump, camshaft choices

    I have a 1997 Larson 206 SEI, with a Mercruiser 5.7, Alpha one Gen 2, with a 1.62 ratio drive. Engine has the older style, non vortec centerbolt heads, and was originally a 2bbl and was rated at 210hp. I swapped to a 4bbl intake and a Edelbrock 1409 600cfm carb. This engine will be finding a...
  3. christoner2002

    Saw this MerCruiser Fuel Injection Intake online

    Saw this intake on ebay. I have never seen one before. Anyone know what 5.7 had this manifold? I remember vaguely as a kid(around 1988) Mercruiser having a 5.7 fuel injected in their racing lineup. Could this be from that? http://www.ebay.com/itm/321773563623...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
  4. christoner2002

    Swapping to Vortec heads with no cam swap

    First, I will give the stats of my Boat/Engine combo. 1997 Larson 206 SEi, with a 350 Mercruiser 1.62 ratio drive with a Turning Point 3 blade 21 pitch prop. Runs 55mph on a GPS in good water conditions. Boat is raw water cooled, never used in salt water Engine was originally a 2bbl, which I...
  5. christoner2002

    1997 Larson 206 SEI mild rebuild

    Well, my time has come. Bought the boat in 2010, and she has been a ton of fun. The interior was starting to have a few problems when I bought it, and it is time to do a complete interior. Will be having all the seats, and sundeck reupholstered, adding new carpet, most likely painting the...
  6. christoner2002

    Reinstalling the drive onto the boat. Driveshaft grease info needed Alpha one gen2

    Just got done getting my new gimbal bearing installed, bellows inspected, engine aligned, and water pump changed on my Alpha one gen 2. I replaced the orings on the driveshaft that goes into the coupler. I also have the bell housing gasket kit ready to go. I was told by my mechanic to use...
  7. christoner2002

    Mercruiser Alpha One Gen2 Trim ram question

    Before storing my boat last year, I removed the outdrive, and tied the rams up. When I pulled the boat out of storage today, I noticed the port side ram is extended, and the starboard is fully in. Is this normal? I checked the system in the fall, and the oil looked great, no water in it. Do they...
  8. christoner2002

    1997 MerCruiser Alpha one Gen2 impeller question

    I purchased the impeller replacement kit for my 97 MerCruiser alpha one gen2. First thing I noticed was when I removed the lower unit, there was no face seal on top of the impeller pump housing. I can see the mark where one was in the past, but it wasn't there. I looked to see if it was stuck in...
  9. christoner2002

    Subwoofer install in panel covered in fabric

    I am looking to install a 10" MTX Marine subwoofer, and the panel I have to install it in is carpeted on the back side, and vinyl on the front. I want to cut from the back side(carpet) but would like to only cut the round hole through the carpet, and wood, and not cut the vinyl. I want to pie...
  10. christoner2002

    Which size Oil Drain Kit do I need? 1997 MerCruiser 5.7 Alpha One

    I am wanting to buy a oil drain kit for my 5.7, MerCruiser. The type where the fitting goes in, in place of the oil pan bolt, and connects to a hose, that you can run out the plug hole to drain the oil. Does anyone know what size the oil pan bolt is on this engine? Thank you in advance for the help!
  11. christoner2002

    Another Power Steering leak

    1997 Larson 206 SEI 5.7 MerCruiser Alpha One. Just tinkering with a few things this winter, waiting for spring time. Last season, when I ran the boat, I would always loose power steering fluid, but it wouldn't be in the bilge. One time I saw a little sheen of oil on the water behind the boat...
  12. christoner2002

    Engine breaking up at high RPM. Only after running for a long time

    I am back with a new problem. 1997 Larson 206 SEI MerCruiser 5.7 Alpha One My boat is acting up, only after a long time of running. If you go wide open, it will sound like it is hitting a rev limiter, and will start to pop, if you stay there to long. Thought I had it fixed tonight when I changed...
  13. christoner2002

    Looking for a nice Power trim switch for the back deck of my boat

    I have a 1997 Larson 206 SEI with a Mercruiser 5.7 Alpha One. I would like to add a switch at the back of the boat to lift and lower the drive. I know some boats had them from the factory. Looking for something that looks nice, but won't leave me broke$$. Any ideas?
  14. christoner2002

    Looking for a nice Power trim switch for the back deck of my boat

    I would like to install a switch on the back deck of my boat to raise and lower the drive. My buddy has one on his Rinker, but there aren't any Rinker dealers around here anymore. Anyone find a nice aftermarket, or a nice one from another boat, to install? I want something that looks nice, not 1...
  15. christoner2002

    How well do the Overton's custum fit covers fit?

    I am in need of a cover, and was looking at some that say custom fit, and trailerable on this site, or Overton's. Anybody have one of these? How well do they really fit. I priced some shops locally and am looking at around $800-1000 for a custom made. Also, if going custom, Do any of you pull...
See more
Top