125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Well, The Exhaust manifold is giving me hell, Out of 25 bolts, three of them twisted the heads off the little pressure. I've got them soaking for now. I pulled the motor out and got a closer look at the cylinders. There's a crack in the #2 cylinder wall. I do'nt think thats where my water is coming from but, it's cracked. So, first thing's first. Where can I get another Power head? Replacing the power head with a reman is going to be the easiest and cheapest thing to do. Will a non L drive power head work? Who rebuilds these things, Thanks Michael

 

[DJ]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Powerheads here:<br /><br /> http://www.boatmotors.com/motorparts/ <br /><br />I believe the base powerhead is no different than a Force 120.

 

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Well I called Iboats, Waiting on a call back. I told them that I needed a Force 125-L Drive. While I was waiting I call This place BlackBird Outboards He's got one ready to drop in and run for $2450.00. Exhaust manifold comes with it. Any Body ever hear or deal with this company. Good/Bad? Thanks Michael<br /><br />Still cheaper than a jet drive.

 

[Admin5]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Farmdog,<br />I am sorry that you have not received a call back yet on this powerhead. We have a number of powerhead options for you in the Force line. Please have your model and serial number ready and call my personal line today at 800-706-1233 (109). If you call before 3:00 Mountain Time today I should be able to get the details for you while you are on the phone. <br /><br />I look forward to speaking with you!<br /><br />Dan Askew<br />Engine Department Manager

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

wow dude crackerd head sux, but i have a guy on ebay 800 bux and he has a complete one. email me for details i talked to the guy he seems rebuitable i almost bought it just for spare parts. crb6631@bellsouth.net

 

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

#7! GOOD GOD! That was a long time ago!hehehe, Just kinding . Mr Askew thank you for your responce. I'll will call you later today around 10 am or so. I'm realy looking for a replacement power head that's dependable and cheap (milk and cookies with a side of cake). This boat is realy a very nice hull. If only I could have found this site BEFORE I brunt my water pump up with the muffs would have been nice (The power of knowlegde,AND it's free). Thanks Michael Farmer

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

hey farm can u do me a favor? get ahold of me i would like to see a pic of ur ignition and ur stator alignment, i am trying to get mine back together.

 

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Its ALIVE!!!!!!! ITS ALIVE!!! Well, here is the ending to this story. I pulled the power head down. Found the spacer plate gasket had failed. Must have been from heat. I rebuilt this thing myself and did every thing that I could to make it right. We've had it out three time now and it runs great. The Jet Drive would'nt work on this hull. To much dead rise. With the 125HP Force running good for now. FOR SALE 18ft BAYLINER RUNS GOOD! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

lol, good to hear it. i got mine running also. i think it drives great i wouldnt sell mine rihgt now. maybe next time it breaks down. . .

 

[APIKE48124]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Where did you find bearings for this lower?<br />Thanks,<br />A

 

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

For my L drive it was a standard bearing CA6207zz. I got mine from Norfolk Bearing in Norfolk,VA. The only thing they deal with is Bearings. It's NORFOLK BEARING & SUPPLY CO.,INC 3512 E. PRINCESS ANNE ROAD. NORFOLK,VA 23502. (757) 853-3691.<br />www.norfolkbearings.com

 

[strawberry mivi]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Hi Farmdawg,<br />so i take it you aren't using muffs anymore.<br />What are you using instead - a big bucket?<br />mivi out

 

[mieufarmer]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

You got It!! Like I said before, The power of knowledge. I use a 12 Gal wash tub. Works prefect. FarmDawg

 

[APIKE48124]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

FarmDawg, Thanks for the info. <br />Ill give em a call. <br />Thanks again!<br />Ånd¥

 

[Marine Power]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Hi, I would like to know more about this, because I bought a boat like this for 800 ( too Much). I didn’t know what I was dealing with. Well the people told me it was the head gasket. I took it off and water ran out of the 2 bottom cylinders.<br />I think it could be the same thing. I don’t understand your incident with the muffs, and where is spacer plate gasket located. How and where can I buy a need l drive or that jet engine? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Marine Power]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Well, I put my L Drive together and now it turns over but will not start?<br />What do you think it could be ( battery, ignition or what?)<br /><br />Thanks

 

[Marine Power]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Well, I put my L Drive together and now it turns over but will not start?<br />What do you think it could be ( battery, ignition or what?)<br /><br />Thanks

 

[Marine Power]

Re: 125 L Drive. THE Big ooopps. (long)

Sorry, it posted two times