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  1. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    No . . . my stuff needs to be done. The Admiral reminds me at least 10 times a day as she asks for help doing stuff. :rolleyes:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    No, but if I had a quarter for everytime someone on FB Mktplce has inquired . . . :ROFLMAO:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I just got back from the New England Boat Show (Boston). I talked with reps from the 3 brands of engine that I am considering. It looks like I should get my work done in the next 2 months and get tyhe boat over to the shop of my choice by March 1 . . . otherwise it starts running into the...
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    Boat purchase during Northern winter

    Although the OP has not revealed the make/model, his earlier threads about his search mentioned Sea Ray 320 and Four Winns 348 as possible candidates. Probably not looking at a Tiara :LOL:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Hopefully, next summer, if you are ever out in Buzzards Bay you might see us. :cool:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    they are way too young. :p
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I am getting close on the internal structure of the extension pod. One tricky aspect of the build will be glassing in the internal areas of the transom pieces. I laid them in place, just to get a sense of the access and reach that I will need. My plan has been to access the insides via the...
  8. tpenfield

    Best diet to lose 20 lbs?

    Please pass the gravy . . . :ROFLMAO:
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    Best diet to lose 20 lbs?

    I did the 'Noom' diet for a while . . . lost about 20 pounds. Found them again, may have to go back on the diet. :unsure:
  10. tpenfield

    Boat purchase during Northern winter

    @Boaterdan278michigan . . . essentially, the broker is asking you to take the risk so that they can close the deal and get the commission. The 10% hold-back is really the seller's risk (and your risk), not the broker's. If the sea trial fails miserably, they have essentially sold the boat...
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    Boat purchase during Northern winter

    What would be better is if you make an offer contingent on acceptable survey, mechanical inspection, AND sea trial. It could also be stipulated in the offer that the sea trial would be done when weather and water conditions permit, but also have a reasonable end date. If/when the seller...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Also, I just came across a piece of information about the Mercury OB option . . . It looks like with electric steering and DTS, then JPO can be added on a re-power and the 'personality profile' can be created for an individual boat. This appears to be a recent change, but certainly a welcome...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Oh, I think I know what you are asking . . . I used the higher weight of the OB's under consideration and also the thrust of a 350 HP OB, whereas I plan on going with 300's. In terms of strength calculations, I have been using 25,000 psi tensile strength for the fiberglass. Each of the 3...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I'm not sure what you mean exactly, but the answer is yes :LOL:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Yes, apparently I do good quality work and don't charge enough, so they keep coming back. :ROFLMAO:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Back on Topic . . . Using the Optimus BOM app and getting typical retail pricing on the components, here are the rough costs of various Tech configurations . . . Optimus 360 + SeaStation (Anchor & Auto-pilot) + Electric Steering $27,250 Optimus 360 + Electric Steering $22,600 Optimus 360 +...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    When I do the Optimus 360 configuration using their website tool (optimusbom.com) I get some notices when configuring for Mercury engines. Apparently, the Optimus does not work with the latest DTS controls, so I'd have to buy a legacy control. Then there are some Mercury parts to get to...
  18. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    My retirement job (sort of) . . .
  19. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Probably going to come down to a combination of cost and convenience. All things being equal, I'd go with Mercury. But, I doubt things will be equal . . . :ROFLMAO: Also, I have a couple of upholstery jobs to 'squeeze' into my schedule. Customers from the past few years, coming to me with...
  20. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Sometimes it is harder than others. 😆 Tech discussions are always a challenge. I’ll be back in business at the end of the week.
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