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Offline CVX Fever

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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #20 on: September 09, 2010, 04:18:03 PM »
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The 18 (or at least mine) has one crack already and a lot more flex than I'd like to see

It has flex because the rear seat is removed. The rear seat is a structural part of the boat and it keeps the tops of the gunnel at the stern rigid.

 
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #21 on: September 09, 2010, 08:09:50 PM »
Making great progress there D, I know you'll be glad to get that new engine nestled into place.

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I was thinking about lightweight panels that I could slide in & remove when I needed engine access.

Is that "Starboard" stuff I've seen on TV expensive?  (Maybe too thick, I don't know)  Guess plexiglass would be prone to melting with the heat?
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #22 on: September 09, 2010, 08:44:19 PM »
Well...in the grand vision...there will be 2 braces on each side...one for the pad and one for the engine cover.  I would allow about a 3/8" space between the 2 braces allowing for the panel to slide down into a C-channel piece on the floor.  That would create a place on the floor to hold the panel, and on the top to hold the panel thus allowing for it to slide in and out as needed.

Since the braces would support the weight, I could use something as light as foamboard potentially.

That's the vision anyway...
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #23 on: September 10, 2010, 10:19:00 AM »
I could not find any shots of the actual plywood that seperates the engine from the storgage box. Not much to it. I will get some pics next time I'm at the storage.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #24 on: September 10, 2010, 10:30:15 AM »
Thanks Andy, I think I've got what I need to do all figured out.  On one hand, having it just separated by just cargo nets like my 1996 was would be great for engine access & weight reduction...on the other hand, I was always a little bit worried a noodle would get sucked into the motor.  (Or worse...a kids hand, etc.)

So...I think I'll do the sliding panels, hopefully a good balance of safety & weight.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #25 on: October 16, 2010, 04:47:23 PM »
Pictures later, but I need something to keep my mind off my Dad.

I've installed the transom bracket, (what a great feeling it is to put something ON), its snugged up pretty tight, but I cannot find torque specs for the bolts...help!
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #26 on: October 16, 2010, 06:12:00 PM »
When I installed mine I didn't use torque specs, I just went with "tight" enough that you start to feel it compressing into the wood but trying to keep all the bolts/nuts equally tight.

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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #27 on: October 16, 2010, 07:03:59 PM »
Couple of picts from today:







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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #28 on: October 16, 2010, 08:57:45 PM »
Looking good. I see you replaced the two lower bolts. What's the white stuff you put in between?
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #29 on: October 16, 2010, 10:11:48 PM »
Looking good. I see you replaced the two lower bolts. What's the white stuff you put in between?

Being overly cautious, I ran a bead of 5200 where the gasket meets the transom.  It rotted out in the bottom corners before, where the corner gasket 'thinned', so I wanted a little extra assurance.  (Realizing its not necessary...)

I have 2 gaskets, one from Mercury, and one from GLM...and I'll tell you what the Mercury one is much better quality compared to the other one.  Thicker, top seam almost perfect, really a better part all around.

Its all tightened up and ready for the Y-pipe tomorrow.  It'd be ideal to get the engine in before winter hits so I can store it away for spring.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #30 on: October 16, 2010, 10:15:28 PM »
BTW Rich, thanks for the rubber cement trick...worked great!
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #31 on: October 16, 2010, 10:32:25 PM »
You're welcome.

I've been finding that genuine Mercury parts are better albeit a bit more expensive than their aftermarket counterparts and I will only use the OEM parts. They are not only better quality most often they even install easier too, like in the case of the drive shaft and exhaust bellows. Seen too many problems with Sierra water pump impellers, again another item where OEM is superior.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #32 on: October 17, 2010, 12:01:16 PM »
Yea, I have had a lot of problems with Sierra parts. For example, on a fuel pump, they put the wrong thread screw in the fuel pump so it did not seal. I have to pull it all apart in put in the correct screws. Plus the fuel filter in the pump was all smashed and was not filtering a thing. Stay away from sierra.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #33 on: October 17, 2010, 08:13:48 PM »
Short of buying an engine hoist...any other creative (and safe) ways to get the engine off my engine stand and onto my pallet so I can get it ready to go in the boat?
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #34 on: October 17, 2010, 08:43:30 PM »
My fav is a 1000 lb capacity hoisting chain slung from a sturdy support beam. Is that an option?

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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #35 on: October 17, 2010, 09:05:35 PM »
Congrats on the progress man, lookin good!

Some of the auto parts stores around here rent engine cranes, not sure if they do there, might be an option.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #36 on: October 17, 2010, 09:38:01 PM »
Yeah, my Dad's handiwork (and lots of phone calls & conversation) is all over Goldie so I'm just not sure I can ever sell it now.  Interestingly, before he died, I was about to give it away.

I have thought of renting one...suppose that's what I need to do.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #37 on: October 17, 2010, 09:59:23 PM »
Cherry pickers are relatively cheap. $150??? At Fleet farm, harbor freight, Northern Tool. But I use mine about a dozen times a year.

Worked for me.
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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
« Reply #38 on: November 07, 2010, 07:35:20 PM »
A few pictures from today:

Anyone need an engine stand cuz I'm done with mine!!!









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Re: CVZ-18 restore thread...part 2
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