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by Harry Babb
Dec 5th, '11, 21:14
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine air
Replies: 9
Views: 3224

David Before you start adding Fans and more stuff to break and maintain I suggest that you talk at length with Bob Lico..... I am pretty sure he will chime in here when he sees this post. He has a pretty slick air inlet for his engines.....I believe that he has 330 HP engines. Mr Lico built air inta...
by Harry Babb
Dec 2nd, '11, 09:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood screws
Replies: 19
Views: 4988

John I have been looking for the same thing. So far I have had NO luck but I will keep looking. Mike, I briefly browsed thru McMaster but did not see the #18.....thats about 1/4" in diameter..... I will look in more detail later. John If you or we can find them I will split a box with you.....I also...
by Harry Babb
Dec 1st, '11, 21:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very small V-16
Replies: 28
Views: 11991

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDZWsbe65r8
by Harry Babb
Dec 1st, '11, 20:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very small V-16
Replies: 28
Views: 11991

what could a retired machinist make? Harry? Possibly a Bertram that floats???? Today is my birthday.....I took the day off and went to New Orlean to the International Work Boat Show.......right now my mind is running wild with things to do. I was most fascinated with a video of the Elwood Crankshaf...
by Harry Babb
Dec 1st, '11, 20:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very small V-16
Replies: 28
Views: 11991

Refering to the discussion between Carl and Bruce about "Difficult"..... I have a friend who is quite comfortable/wealthy. He has "Tools" and is dangerous with them. I am amazed everytime he uses a Screw driver and does not poke his eye out. Along with being weathy he is quite judgmental.....always ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 30th, '11, 22:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very small V-16
Replies: 28
Views: 11991

I'm thinking it runs on compressed air.....hence the plastic hose.....but what's the little "Recip" pump on the front???

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 30th, '11, 22:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bucks Dayout
Replies: 10
Views: 1869

Doug wrote:I wonder if he is wanting a political career?

Could be Doug.....looks like he's off to a good start.....has the Vacation part down pat......guess next pic he will be snorkling in Hawaii! ! ! !



hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 30th, '11, 21:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very small V-16
Replies: 28
Views: 11991

Very small V-16

For all of us "Tinkerers" this will get you going......

Take a look

Ignition system???? What is it

http://www.wimp.com/tiniestengine/


hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 30th, '11, 21:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bucks Dayout
Replies: 10
Views: 1869

He's gonna live to be quite old......one of the smarter ones he is! ! !

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 29th, '11, 16:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tools of the Trade
Replies: 17
Views: 2625

Thats a good one Tommy

The "Skill Saw" brings up a funny.......I fussed at a guy once for cutting a crooked line......he told me that's why its called a "Circular Saw".....what can you say....

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 29th, '11, 14:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Back in the 60's and 70's I was incrediablly smart. It's strange that at that same time I had a full head of hair. As time has passed my hair has fallen out and my intellengence level has seriously dimenished.......(thinking about applying for Gubbernment grant to study the correlation between the 2...
by Harry Babb
Nov 29th, '11, 09:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

As for me? I have so many been there, done that T shirts nothing seems new anymore. like the old 60's song (cant remember who??) "The kicks just keep getting harder to find" I like wise enjoy sharing my experiences with others....just makes me feel good inside. Bruce......should we tell Ricky about...
by Harry Babb
Nov 28th, '11, 22:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Having done this stuff for 30 years, I always get a smile when the neubs get to wrenching. Bruce, do you remember the first time you ever rolled up your sleeves and jumped feet first right into an engine rebuild?? I can feel Ricks excitement......I still get that way on my projects.....and Bruce, I...
by Harry Babb
Nov 28th, '11, 15:27
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Rick If you cannot get your hands on a "liner puller" you can do this and for sure they will come out. If the pistons have already been removed....... Use wet rags to stuff down into the bottom of the cylinder If the pistons have not been removed just put rags into the "Scavaging Ports" .......then ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 27th, '11, 11:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Daughter's Venice Grand Slam - Plus
Replies: 5
Views: 1936

A time that I am sure she will remember for the rest of her life.

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 23rd, '11, 21:26
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Thanksgiving...
Replies: 3
Views: 451

I see! ! And I do remember our conversation....correct me but I believe that fiberglass has at least some memory.....just needed some persuasion....and by george you have certainly persuaded it. Working alone surely make you creative doesn't it! ! ! Happy Thanksgiving to you Brenda, Shawn, Kylee and...
by Harry Babb
Nov 23rd, '11, 21:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Thanksgiving...
Replies: 3
Views: 451

That's a great shot Bob.

I feel the sense of accomplishment all the way down here.

Jo Ann says that a woman never has enough shoes......my answer is that a craftsman can never have to many CLAMPS....and your pic proves my statement.

Do the threaded rods go all the way thru to the other side??

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 23rd, '11, 17:58
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: off topic
Replies: 10
Views: 1780

Gert.....very very nice.....infact, incredable Like Carl said I am wondering who makes the thrust bearing setup? And the Strut/Rudder port install really got me going...love it! ! ! Were all of the stringers and panels designed and CNC cut out? Looks like the deck was slotted for plug welding back t...
by Harry Babb
Nov 22nd, '11, 20:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally they showed up!
Replies: 27
Views: 5708

The ear to ear grin tells the whole story.....good job

Soooooo Pete! ! Whats for supper at your house tonight???

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 22nd, '11, 16:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Joy followed by aggravation
Replies: 21
Views: 5110

I wonder how the officials found out that he caught the fish????

Are they watching from a satellite now???

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 22nd, '11, 08:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: World's ugliest boat
Replies: 39
Views: 14251

Luis
I like OZI and CONTESSA........dem 2 ain't no ugly boat.....

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 21st, '11, 20:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: World's ugliest boat
Replies: 39
Views: 14251

Harry, guess in Alabammy y'all sorta get attached to them ugly boats like a floating double wide? Like thisVic???? http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r289/chip51maker/alabamapontoon.jpg http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r289/chip51maker/pontoon2.jpg And finally on a much more technical level!! ! !...
by Harry Babb
Nov 21st, '11, 12:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: World's ugliest boat
Replies: 39
Views: 14251

I'm not gonna say that I would not own one.....at times I will ride on anything just to be out on the water.....

but

I would not cruise on the river in the day light hours.......LOL

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 19th, '11, 13:04
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Getting started on Rendezvous Tee Shirts
Replies: 11
Views: 1776

No hijack taken here Pete....just good ole conversation.... My mother grew up in mid state Alabama....not the wealthest part of the country (even today). Mom's dad worked at a sawmill and they were not very well off. I have heard her talk about her whole family picking cotton until your hands would ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 18th, '11, 22:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Getting started on Rendezvous Tee Shirts
Replies: 11
Views: 1776

you guys crack me up. but that is alot of cotton from the deep deep south, harry is that yours??? Not mine! ! I just drive by it. They have been harvesting Cotton for a couple of weeks now. Its quite interesting.....the harvester goes thru the fields and pick the cotton and it is collected in a hop...
by Harry Babb
Nov 18th, '11, 12:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Getting started on Rendezvous Tee Shirts
Replies: 11
Views: 1776

Getting started on Rendezvous Tee Shirts

From the DEEP DEEP SOUTH here are some pics of the basic beginnings of next years Rendezvous T-Shirts. http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r289/chip51maker/IMG_4756.jpg http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r289/chip51maker/IMG_4758.jpg http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r289/chip51maker/IMG_4757.jpg Pl...
by Harry Babb
Nov 17th, '11, 21:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what speed looks like
Replies: 22
Views: 5001

Ouch! ! !

That's quite amazing.....not your amateur drivers

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 16th, '11, 23:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thudd Sighting
Replies: 3
Views: 1008

Tell him to come down here in STEERAGE and visit his old friends sometimes.....

I kinda miss him......


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by Harry Babb
Nov 16th, '11, 13:26
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rudder ports
Replies: 14
Views: 3818

Tom wrote:The only limitation to a boat modification -- is the depth of the pocketbook.


B=Break
O=Out
A=Another
T=Thousand

But ain't it fun.........





hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 16th, '11, 08:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Ricky wrote:It's actually a 2-71 that's part of a generator pulled from an old RR refer car.

Uhmmmm.......I want one! ! ! ! Where do you find um!!

I think the Detroits are inexpensive to rebuild......

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 22:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Rocky
That Freeze and Release is new to me.....I did not know that was available in a rattle can.....

My dermatologist uses something like that for burning off PreCancers at $100 a pop.....uhmmmmmm......

Wonder what else that can be used for......Cryogenics on knife blades may be????

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 19:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rudder ports
Replies: 14
Views: 3818

Bobby, is it still a 1" square for the Rudder Arm?

Its not a bad job machining the shafts on those rudders......

A good shop could do it in just a few minutes.....(according to some of my customers)

But for the rest of us it will probably take a couple of hours each...


hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 19:27
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Patrick wrote:ssshhhhhh! In a Haterass....

OPPPS! ! ! !! Sorry



I read "In Frame" somewhere.....and thought it may not be marine.....

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 18:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rudder ports
Replies: 14
Views: 3818

Bobby I am understanding that the new Rudder shafts are 1-1/2" in diameter all the way thru the packing area......is that what you are saying by "parallel"? If that is the case you CANNOT bore the original rudder ports to fit the 1-1/2" Rudder shafts. The original shafts are 1-1/2" on the bottom and...
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 17:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Ricky

Is this engine in a truck or heavy equipment???? I was thinking marine...
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 16:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

Rick Get a Tire Service Truck Guy to bring his 1" impact and get after it with that.....I promise....bleed, blister or bust.....something is gonna move. Like Rawleigh said. hitting with a hammer while under pressure works Another hammer trick is to use a sledge hammer to hit directly on the head of ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 15th, '11, 12:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 23859

I am pretty sure its right hand threads......impact wrench will be the best thing to use if you have access to one......try to find an electric impact

Be careful with the torch.....don't over do it.....its a Grade 8 bolt as I remember.


hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 13th, '11, 07:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tremendously sad news
Replies: 65
Views: 27942

So sorry to hear.....My prayers are with Mark and his family.

Harry
by Harry Babb
Nov 12th, '11, 21:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shaft couplings
Replies: 3
Views: 845

Matt Reusing the propeller shaft coupling is perfectly acceptable.........as long as they still fit properly. The coupling should have a "Bump Fit" on the shaft. I have seen many of the coupling without safety wire.....and many that did have the safety wire.....and the wire not installed properly. I...
by Harry Babb
Nov 11th, '11, 16:02
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: veterans day
Replies: 15
Views: 3077

A salute to all of our Veterans My uncle served on PT 343 in the Pacific during WWII. He just turned 86 on Monday. I sit sometimes and listen to him talk about that experience. Several times during each conversation he tears up......its amazing how traumatic that experience was for him an I am sure ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 9th, '11, 14:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A milestone and a BIG thank you!
Replies: 7
Views: 1758

Good post Frank

I share your sentiments exactly.

As I have said to many of my friend both here on 31 and elsewhere....this site is an amazing gathering of Gentlemen....

Cheers! ! !

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 9th, '11, 09:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cummins 330's
Replies: 12
Views: 3214

Russ wrote:This engine room was not designed to be serviced check out where the couplings and seals are.
One of my mechanic friends describes situations like this....he says "I can see it and I can touch it....just not at the same time"

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 9th, '11, 09:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another friend sinks
Replies: 28
Views: 7399

Harry, appreciate the quick heads up on the sinking, gave me a window to sell most of my oil company stocks what with those 4 gas hogs out of action....... LOL...I hear ya.....but like Seinfield said on one of his programs....."Everything evens out".....now there is some outboard mechanic out of a ...
by Harry Babb
Nov 8th, '11, 22:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another friend sinks
Replies: 28
Views: 7399

Thanks for the "Straight and Skinny" CaptBone......I got my information directly from the victim....and obvously very embellished. The scary part is that I have been on that boat several times, never particularly cared for the boat, and have been invited to go even recently. Not to make fun....but I...
by Harry Babb
Nov 7th, '11, 23:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where can I get a good aftermarket heat exchanger for a 6BTA
Replies: 4
Views: 1794

Mike I purchased a Heat Exchanger and installed on one of my new install gas engines one time....and it seems like I bought it from Iboats. It turned out just fine and cooled great. I have bought other parts from Partman and found all merchandise to be of acceptable quality. I am sure that one day I...
by Harry Babb
Nov 7th, '11, 22:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another friend sinks
Replies: 28
Views: 7399

Another friend sinks

Saturday one of my friends was out in the Gulf (As rough as it was) and went down about 10 miles South of Dauphin Island. My buddy had 4 guest on board and all were rescued and are okay. Their successful rescue was, in my opinion, totally because of my friends preparedness and prompt execution of hi...
by Harry Babb
Nov 6th, '11, 12:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Update photos
Replies: 16
Views: 2694

She's gonna be Queen of the Ball when your done.....good looking work! !

hb
by Harry Babb
Nov 6th, '11, 11:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?
Replies: 25
Views: 5516

Ray wrote:But I' m even funnier when I'm drinking and LSU is winning...

Ray.....If I understand it correctly.....you got to drink for a couple of hours last night but only got to be "Funnier" for about 3 seconds!!!...LOL


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by Harry Babb
Nov 5th, '11, 22:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?
Replies: 25
Views: 5516

Good game Vic.....lunch and juleps on me.....

The best match of teams I have seen in a long time.


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by Harry Babb
Nov 4th, '11, 08:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?
Replies: 25
Views: 5516

That is hardcore......around here the streets get deathly quiet....no traffic at all.....except for the sports bars all of the restruants are empty......and there are many many parties on the boat houses along the river. I was told that the building that burned at the Auburn LSU game was actually a ...

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