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by kidavists
Sun Nov 22, 2009 4:04 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Help with deciphering Boat ID Number
Replies: 7
Views: 5571

How to get information using hull number.

Thanks for the feedback. I now know that my boat was manufactured prior to 1 Nov 1972 as the hull number is the wrong configuration for those after that date. I found 2 other posts from other Sea Raiders that indicate that mine was probably built early in the model year as the hull number is sequent...
by kidavists
Sat Nov 21, 2009 1:20 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Help with deciphering Boat ID Number
Replies: 7
Views: 5571

Help with deciphering Boat ID Number

Hi, I have a '72 25ft Sea Raider Express. The only ID plate I could find has a hull # of 210-2026. This plate was found attached to the bulkhead in the enclosed head. The plate say, Trojan Yacht Corp., Lancaster, PA. I am trying to discern the date of manufacture., and any other information that thi...
by kidavists
Sat May 16, 2009 3:29 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Adding another 2 house batteries....Need suggestions
Replies: 94
Views: 35518

Adding batteries to your boat

I have found a wonderfully informative book that covers both electrical and mechanical aspects of boating. It is: Boatower's Mechanical and Electrical Manual by Nigel Calder. It cost $49.95 at Borders Books but the book is worth it's weight in gold. I am completely rewiring my 1972 F-25 as well as g...
by kidavists
Sat May 16, 2009 3:18 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1972 Sea Raider Express
Replies: 0
Views: 2886

1972 Sea Raider Express

Thanks for the feedback on my Engine problem. I have correctly identified the engine as a 1994 351 Ford Windsor with marine heads and rated at 285 hp. I sent a photo of the engine and engine ID plate to the company that installed it; Kem Equipment, Inc.
by kidavists
Mon May 11, 2009 9:25 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1972 Sea Raider Express
Replies: 4
Views: 2788

1972 Sea Raider Express

I am a fairly new boat owner having purchased my Trojan last December. I am working on restoring my poorly neglected Trojan but am unsure of the engine. I was told it had a 351 Mercruiser rated at 215 hp. In trying to look up the engine to upgrade to an electronic ignition I cannot find this engine ...