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Forum: General Discussion 02-26-2013, 11:31 AM

Replies: 6 1986 TriStar 190 Brochure Scans Views: 873 Posted By JohnMC I've got an 1986 TriStar 220 with the 454 Engine,... I've got an 1986 TriStar 220 with the 454 Engine, looking for the weight of the boat to size a lift, assume it's around 3,000#s, anyone have that data?

Forum: General / Other 10-07-2012, 11:06 PM

Replies: 13 Ski Pole Check / Repair Views: 906 Posted By JohnMC Dealer didn't have a service part, they were... Dealer didn't have a service part, they were trying to shim it, which is what I was thinking too.

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 10-07-2012, 11:04 PM

Replies: 9 Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm Views: 481 Posted By JohnMC Yes, Action, in Fenton, I'm looking forward to... Yes, Action, in Fenton, I'm looking forward to no-issues in the spring so wanted them to check the boat out and find the issues that must be fixed now, so I can budget time & money to fix. They sold...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 10-07-2012, 06:41 PM

Replies: 9 Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm Views: 481 Posted By JohnMC PO said trans fluid was likely never changed, it... PO said trans fluid was likely never changed, it looked good when I checked. Forward shifts smooth, reverse is a little hard going into gear. I've read that Borg Warner uses more clutch plates when...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 10-07-2012, 06:06 PM

Replies: 9 Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm Views: 481 Posted By JohnMC Dealer found loose rudder box, hopefully this is... Dealer found loose rudder box, hopefully this is my problem, I'll still send prop out.

Forum: Upholstery 10-07-2012, 06:02 PM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC Mctristar, let me know if you get any excessive... Mctristar, let me know if you get any excessive vibration, I'm told all TroStars vibrate but want to compare

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 10-04-2012, 10:40 AM

Replies: 13 Installing Power Slot Views: 851 Posted By JohnMC I just sold my 1980 SS PS, now boating a 1986... I just sold my 1980 SS PS, now boating a 1986 TriStar 220. Very noticeable difference. The TriStar with a 454 and 14x14 prop might already have a 1 1/8 shaft and other PS requirements. I'm going to...

Forum: For Sale: Boats 10-03-2012, 10:44 PM

Replies: 9 1980 S&S PS for sale/trade Views: 950 Posted By JohnMC Sold this boat today, buyer plans to restore. Not... Sold this boat today, buyer plans to restore. Not his first MC, but first Powerslot. I could tell he was impressed with the hole shot performance. I'm going to miss this boat! Wonder if I can swap...

Forum: Upholstery 09-29-2012, 08:06 AM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC Which Jim? @ Viper Customs? Which Jim? @ Viper Customs?

Forum: Upholstery 09-28-2012, 05:09 AM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC That us a nice boat, with new seats you'll be all... That us a nice boat, with new seats you'll be all set! I assume your engine ran well? Dual battery is nice if someone leaves the radio on and battery gets to low to start engine. Or small leak...

Forum: General / Other 09-28-2012, 04:59 AM

Replies: 13 Ski Pole Check / Repair Views: 906 Posted By JohnMC I've looked at this again and believe this 1986... I've looked at this again and believe this 1986 model year TriStar did not use a lower U-bolt, just a base that is part of the hull. I've posted pics in my album, got one to show in this thread too. ...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-26-2012, 12:33 PM

Replies: 9 Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm Views: 481 Posted By JohnMC Ok, looking for local prop shop Ok, looking for local prop shop

Forum: Upholstery 09-26-2012, 08:37 AM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC Here is the other boat in CT, I think this is a... Here is the other boat in CT, I think this is a good deal, just not close enough to me. He has a gray original interior. 250 hours on this boat, http://nwct.craigslist.org/boa/3237059700.html

Forum: Upholstery 09-26-2012, 08:31 AM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC Thank you! I've got Viper quoting some upholstery... Thank you! I've got Viper quoting some upholstery options. Either repair three seats or the whole boat. If doing the boat there are a lot of options, I'd like to use a more modern style. I'm leaning...

Forum: Upholstery 09-25-2012, 10:22 PM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC I posted photos in my Album, not sure how to add... I posted photos in my Album, not sure how to add them here? I paid over $6k for the boat, I know there was a similar one in CT for less but I didn't have the time to go look at it. This one is clean,...

Forum: For Sale: Boats 09-25-2012, 05:29 PM

Replies: 9 1980 S&S PS for sale/trade Views: 950 Posted By JohnMC It needs TLC on the gelcoat and other spots too.... It needs TLC on the gelcoat and other spots too. Most 32 year old boast do. I already reduced the price to $3,500 for the condition and end of season. Compared with others at $6000 that look...

Forum: Team Talk Forum Help- Forum Issues Only 09-25-2012, 04:30 PM

Replies: 4 Not seeing all of forum when using tap talk app on iPhone or iPad Views: 664 Posted By JohnMC Lets just leave it as is, thank you Lets just leave it as is, thank you

Forum: For Sale: Boats 09-25-2012, 04:23 PM

Replies: 9 1980 S&S PS for sale/trade Views: 950 Posted By JohnMC In Brighton, Michigan Uploading picks, here is a... In Brighton, Michigan Uploading picks, here is a link to Craigslist ad with photos I'm getting a quote on upholstery if I keep the boat all...

Forum: For Sale: Boats 09-25-2012, 12:01 PM

Replies: 9 1980 S&S PS for sale/trade Views: 950 Posted By JohnMC I've purchased the TriStar, now looking to sell... I've purchased the TriStar, now looking to sell this speed demon.... kind of sad to sell it

Forum: For Sale: Boats 09-25-2012, 12:00 PM

Replies: 6 WTB 1986-1991? TriStar 220 open bow Views: 567 Posted By JohnMC I purchased a boat, moving discussion to... I purchased a boat, moving discussion to appropriate topics Thanks!

Forum: Team Talk Forum Help- Forum Issues Only 09-25-2012, 11:59 AM

Replies: 4 Not seeing all of forum when using tap talk app on iPhone or iPad Views: 664 Posted By JohnMC I just created a new account, now JohnMC I just created a new account, now JohnMC

Forum: General / Other 09-25-2012, 11:59 AM

Replies: 13 Ski Pole Check / Repair Views: 906 Posted By JohnMC I see the same U-bolt on the upper support, but... I see the same U-bolt on the upper support, but not the lower at bottom of pole. I don't have a pic yet, but it looks like the bottom of the pole rests in a fiberglass base which is part of the...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-25-2012, 11:39 AM

Replies: 9 Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm Views: 481 Posted By JohnMC Excessive Vibration @ 3000rpm I just purchased a 1986 TriStar 220, engine is a 454, has 225 hours on boat. PO said there was always a vibration and they had dealer check it out years ago, nothing found to be the issue. Boat...

Forum: Upholstery 09-25-2012, 11:06 AM

Replies: 36 interior price??? Views: 2,898 Posted By JohnMC TriStar Upholstery I just purchased the same boat 1986 Tristar! Please let me know what you decided to do for your seats. I have a few seats that need to be recovered but most will need replacement soon. I was...

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