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by RWS
Fri Jul 09, 2021 11:37 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10M Express what is the best prop?
Replies: 54
Views: 30165

Re: 10M Express what is the best prop?

The best way to do this is to run the numbers on your current props RPM - KTS for every 100 RPM do this in 2 directions to allow for tides do this with full water and full fuel Have a reputable prop shop measure the existing props and interpret the EXISTING data with this factual data they can eithe...
by RWS
Thu Jul 08, 2021 5:37 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1995 Trojan 390 Express
Replies: 11
Views: 6865

Re: 1995 Trojan 390 Express

The Carver built Trojans were generally of decent quality.
Crusader 454's are good engines

MAINTENANCE & CARE ARE KEY TO IT ALL

As boats age, they may have issues - GET A FULL SURVEY !

RWS
by RWS
Wed Jul 07, 2021 6:39 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Noise at shaft?
Replies: 3
Views: 3029

Re: Noise at shaft?

FWIW, I get this occasionally with my PYI dripless shaft seal

RWS
by RWS
Sat Jun 26, 2021 5:16 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: F26 Completely rebuilt
Replies: 11
Views: 7005

Re: F26 Completely rebuilt

Guess what y'all......

As compared to the NEW BOATS discussed by the OP, this boat owner has avoided the biggest expense of a new boat.

No, it's not fuel

not insurance

not interest expense, nor opportunity interest lost

not maintenance

it's

DEPRECIATION


RWS
by RWS
Fri Jun 11, 2021 4:25 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin radar arch ground wire
Replies: 4
Views: 3005

Re: 89 mid cabin radar arch ground wire

i don't remember..... but many years ago I was having issues with the windshield wiper ground, so I ran a very heavy wire from the bonding system to the windshield frame as well as directly to each individual wiper motor To trace down your issue, if you remove the decorative panels under the radar a...
by RWS
Thu Jun 10, 2021 12:33 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10M Express what is the best prop?
Replies: 54
Views: 30165

Re: 10M Express what is the best prop?

This situation is an unusual circumstance. FACT: This boat was originally equipped with small blocks. FACT: Everything from the gears back is not compatible/efficient to be run with the 454's horsepower or torque. suggest the following items be reviewed by John Leed: 1. put the correct 4 blade props...
by RWS
Thu Jun 10, 2021 6:02 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10M Express what is the best prop?
Replies: 54
Views: 30165

Re: 10M Express what is the best prop?

if you were to compare your numbers to the chart I posted on page two, one might conclude you are significantly underpropped = less than efficient

Likely a result of a gross error by a P.O.

RWS
by RWS
Wed Jun 09, 2021 10:57 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10 Meter Express accessory power
Replies: 4
Views: 2790

Re: 10 Meter Express accessory power

Blue Seas makes some really nice quality circuit breaker/fused DC distribution panels that can easily be mounted on the helm.

https://www.bluesea.com/products/category/25/DC_Panels

RWS
by RWS
Tue Jun 08, 2021 7:41 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10 Meter Express accessory power
Replies: 4
Views: 2790

Re: 10 Meter Express accessory power

There are likely numerous changes over the years from when Ron Pickle, (R.I.P.) originally did the factory wiring diagrams. Dunno how many amps you seek to use for the accessory. STRONGLY SUGGEST you procure the correct factory wiring diagram for your specific boat as identified by the hull number. ...
by RWS
Sat Jun 05, 2021 7:28 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: toggle breakers
Replies: 5
Views: 4255

Re: toggle breakers

these are a critical item

when i first got my boat from the original owner I found several of these AIRPAX breakers had been replaced with a toggle switch

DANGEROUS !

RWS
by RWS
Tue Jun 01, 2021 9:56 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Trojan 13 Meter featured in Miami Vice
Replies: 2
Views: 2429

Trojan 13 Meter featured in Miami Vice

Anette Benning Lou Diamond Phillips Trojan 13 meter with the bad guys Yes MIAMI VICE episode RED TAPE Season 3 • Members • 29 • 168 posts • Posted January 8, 2010 My original review of Red Tape 02 August 2007 at 7:26pmThis is another one of my favorites from Season 3. I give it a 9. Finally Tubbs ge...
by RWS
Fri May 28, 2021 4:04 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: inclinometer - correct way to measure running angle?
Replies: 21
Views: 12677

Re: inclinometer - correct way to measure running angle?

Have posted on this subject a couple times before, but I don't think you really need an inclinometer... Bring the boat up to a certain RPM (that is good planing speed), you can play with the tabs to find the best running angle. Don't mash the tabs, just tap them a half second or so at a time. Up or...
by RWS
Thu May 27, 2021 12:57 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Mid cabin 1988 repower
Replies: 29
Views: 15890

Re: Mid cabin 1988 repower

John Leed requested that I install a VACUUM BREAK when I did the repower.

He also provided the necessary exhaust items to make this work out with my existing system.

I took his advice.

BEST !

RWS
by RWS
Wed May 26, 2021 5:17 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: inclinometer - correct way to measure running angle?
Replies: 21
Views: 12677

Re: inclinometer - correct way to measure running angle?

"I was thinking more along the lines of getting the bow DOWN to achieve the right angle vs bringing the stern UP (and between 4 blade props and my tabs, I think I'm out of options here regardless). Does bringing the bow DOWN move the aft UP or does it simply move the bow downward? " IMHO t...