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by Rickplumber
Sun May 07, 2017 10:08 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Modern engine upgrades?
Replies: 13
Views: 8194

Re: Modern engine upgrades?

I have done about all the research on engines that can be done on a f32 and found the pcm zr6 which is a 6.0, 390 hp 490 ft lb combo at $12,000.00 with transmissions to be a perfect setup. It will run all out at 5200 rpm full gear and 300 gal of fuel 37 mph gps. I do not have fuel meters so I cannot...
by Rickplumber
Sat Feb 18, 2017 8:33 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Repower f32
Replies: 6
Views: 4526

Re: Repower f32

I am trying to send pictures but it said the file is to large, I also have video with the rpm and gps together and how the boat is running, I will post them as soon as I can
by Rickplumber
Sat Feb 18, 2017 8:29 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Repower f32
Replies: 6
Views: 4526

Re: Repower f32

Also the boat handles very well in small chops and smooth water, I had to back off to 3500 rpm , and trim the stern down in 4 to 5 foot chops to keep the wife happy and not dump the food off the counter.
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by Rickplumber
Sat Feb 18, 2017 8:18 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Repower f32
Replies: 6
Views: 4526

Re: Repower f32

The engines are 6.0 so the clearance is not a problem, I will ask the mechanic about prop size and the new engines came with high torque transmissions. I am new to the posting part of this forum so I will post pictures as soon as I learn how Thank You
by Rickplumber
Fri Feb 17, 2017 8:05 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Repower f32
Replies: 6
Views: 4526

Repower f32

I am new to this forum but have read many post in this forum and find it very helpful.I have been breathing new life into a well maintained 1987 f32, wanted to repower and checked every form of info I could find. I wanted to let other Trojan owners to know that the PMC ZR6 has been the best choice t...