Author Topic: GT150 progress (Read 75205 times)

dgmeyer · « **Reply #80 on:** January 27, 2013, 03:41:50 PM »

I'm also pulling off a 305 pound 79 Johnson 85HP (powerhead rated) and putting on a 348 pound 95 Merc 115HP (prop rated). I'm also thinking about putting on a thin 3" manual jack plate (20 pounds) so I can adjust at will. So with the added weight I thought I probably should move something forward. No more posts on this from me since I don't want to hijack this thread!

WetRaider · « **Reply #81 on:** January 27, 2013, 05:14:02 PM »

I will echo Mark and say that on a 150, the ride improves significantly.

I have a Mercury 1150 and 12 gallons of fuel can get used up quicker than you think. I've got two 6 gallon tanks, and with heavy throttle and lots of play, I get about an hour and 45 minutes per 6 gallons fuel. I think most will tell you that 3 gallons per hour is typical for an outboard this size.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #82 on:** January 27, 2013, 08:42:23 PM »

Don:
the tank i put in is an 18 gal steel tank, was 1 of 2 dual tanks that sat under the seat of a V195.
it was low cost and available, that's basically why i picked that one, and made the decision for the same reason as you and because i had read on several threads that weight in the front would help for a GT150.
i ran a 3/8" copper line under the floor.
yes height is a prob, i had to raise the tank 3" so i could move it forward.
also had to cut 1" off the filler neck and make a vary short 90 to get it all to fit.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #83 on:** January 28, 2013, 10:42:33 PM »

hull is all fixed up, that went pretty good

now i just need to figure out what paint and such to use, and where to get it

thedeuceman · « **Reply #84 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:10:59 PM »

all the parts are cut for the GT seat bases.
also had this great idea to get the X-19 seats to the dude that's doing the upholstery...
well as i should have expected, it was more than just pulling them out and delivering

all new wood cut for them too, next assembly and coating with thinned resin.
and put a door in my "tent" cuz i got sick of going through a flap in the plastic and trying to keep it closed

thedeuceman · « **Reply #85 on:** March 03, 2013, 09:22:42 PM »

wiring is almost done

just need to make motor connections, trim and bilge pump.
i installed a small panel out of lexan with terminal strips and relays for the trim, it's on hinges so it folds up out of sight, but when down its easy to access.
also installed fuel filter in the back, and a shut off valve at the fuel tank.

75starflight · « **Reply #86 on:** March 03, 2013, 10:08:46 PM »

Looks good Joe! A shut off is a good idea for the fuel line.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #87 on:** March 03, 2013, 10:23:25 PM »

i had not thought about it, but when we were workin on Jim's boat on Saturday
he mentioned having shut off the gas, figured it sounded like a good idea.

WetRaider · « **Reply #88 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:20:23 AM »

When my old wiring had finally been compromised, I was fogging the boat to put it away for the winter, everything was complete so I turned the key off - motor kept running. Took the key out - motor kept running. Played with the ignition for a few seconds - no luck, either. I had to climb in the boat and disconnect the fuel line from the tank. A shut-off would have been handy. I think, if you can do while it's all in progress, even if you don't use it often, someday it will come in handy and you'll be glad it's there.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #89 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:36:37 AM »

That's what I figured...
I can see how that could happen, when I pulled the harness out of the donor boat there was an extra wire spliced in.
After investigating I found 3 of the wires were broke right where the exit the motor (too much flex).

thedeuceman · « **Reply #90 on:** March 10, 2013, 04:47:43 PM »

great news !!!
motor stand with tank works great.
motor runs, at least idles great with new carb kits, so i had a leaky needle or a sunk float before.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #91 on:** March 30, 2013, 05:34:02 PM »

we finally got up the nerve to cut and sew the vinyl...
ordered the embossed stuff on line, and matching piping.
i still need to add some foam and get it stapled on but it turned out good, not perfect by any means but we are happy with it

Hyperacme · « **Reply #92 on:** March 30, 2013, 05:41:56 PM »

When can ya start on mine ?
...lol
Where did you get the pleated vinyl ?
Lookin good Joe !

thedeuceman · « **Reply #93 on:** March 30, 2013, 08:02:12 PM »

http://www.garysupholstery.com/marine-vinyl.html

Rosscoe · « **Reply #94 on:** March 31, 2013, 11:16:29 AM »

Seats look great. You are really making good progress and should be able to drop it in the water this spring at the rate your going. Nice work Joe.

Hyperacme · « **Reply #95 on:** March 31, 2013, 11:25:25 AM »

What the name of the blue vinyl ?

Crebb · « **Reply #96 on:** March 31, 2013, 12:14:51 PM »

You can be very proud of those seats. Making something like that without the special tools and experience, fantastic. I think my interior will be one of the things i'll farm out to a professional. Dont have the confidence you have. Especially after my recent screw up with the new stringer. Good job.

thedeuceman · « **Reply #97 on:** March 31, 2013, 10:57:43 PM »

thanks
the drivers seat is done !!!
not perfect but i think it turned out really nice.
the drivers seat with the cutout for the control was a PITA

but we got it
the passenger side will be easy now.
Gregg... i will get the color name tomorrow.

MarkS · « **Reply #98 on:** April 01, 2013, 04:30:38 AM »

Those seats are looking great Joe, nice work!

Burnin Daylight · « **Reply #99 on:** April 01, 2013, 07:59:29 AM »

Nice job Joe! Looks professional.