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Forum: Appearance 10-17-2012, 05:16 PM

Replies: 97 Dash panels- 88 Prostar Views: 7,556 Posted By dpcsar Here are pictures of my panels that were... Here are pictures of my panels that were...

Forum: Electrical 10-15-2012, 12:40 PM

Replies: 7 Options for a oil/temperature buzzer Views: 605 Posted By dpcsar I put this system in (link above). It works... I put this system in (link above). It works pretty good. The alarm turns off pretty fast. I doesn't turn back on very fast if the engine doesn't start. Thanks for the help.

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-28-2012, 06:17 PM

Replies: 19 electric choke question Views: 769 Posted By dpcsar Do you know if it is a Holley carburetor? I... Do you know if it is a Holley carburetor? I thought all of the ford 351's were Holley carburetors. From my experience, presuming it is a Holley 4160, your electric choke spring may be...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-28-2012, 12:49 PM

Replies: 19 electric choke question Views: 769 Posted By dpcsar I thought as you until I did some research. The... I thought as you until I did some research. The only thing changing the choke is electricity, which is supplied by the key being on. It will open all the way with a cold engine. That is how the...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-28-2012, 11:48 AM

Replies: 19 electric choke question Views: 769 Posted By dpcsar I agree with you. I also forgot about the... I agree with you. I also forgot about the distributor. That should be marine also. ;)

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-28-2012, 11:46 AM

Replies: 19 electric choke question Views: 769 Posted By dpcsar I am guessing that you have a Holley. There... I am guessing that you have a Holley. There should be some markings on it. I have a Holley on my '89 351w. I also have a completely rebuilt spare for sell. Have you tried running it with the...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-28-2012, 11:37 AM

Replies: 19 electric choke question Views: 769 Posted By dpcsar I would add the carburetor to the list of... I would add the carburetor to the list of "needed" marine parts. An auto carburetor links the choke to the throttle. When it's cold it revs at a higher RPM until warm. The starter, you can use an...

Forum: Electrical 09-28-2012, 11:23 AM

Replies: 7 Options for a oil/temperature buzzer Views: 605 Posted By dpcsar I wish I thought about it before I changed out... I wish I thought about it before I changed out the gauges. :(:o

Forum: Electrical 09-27-2012, 01:58 PM

Replies: 7 Options for a oil/temperature buzzer Views: 605 Posted By dpcsar I took out the printed circuit board because it... I took out the printed circuit board because it was acting funny. Making a screeching noise. I lost it. I found my alternator was the problem. I was going to try the printed circuit board again,...

Forum: Electrical 09-26-2012, 12:06 PM

Replies: 7 Options for a oil/temperature buzzer Views: 605 Posted By dpcsar I looked at that one and found a wiring diagram... I looked at that one and found a wiring diagram for it. One side of the buzzer goes to positive and the other side goes to both of the sensors. The problem that I see with this is that my gauges...

Forum: Electrical 09-26-2012, 02:38 AM

Replies: 7 Options for a oil/temperature buzzer Views: 605 Posted By dpcsar Options for a oil/temperature buzzer I have an '89 Prostar I have been fixing up. My oil and temperature buzzer was acting up like I read in many of the threads here. I took it out and can't find where I placed it. I just figured out...

Forum: Electrical 09-24-2012, 12:24 PM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar I was able to get the Pertronix distributor in. ... I was able to get the Pertronix distributor in. It took a couple of tires because the oil pump didn't want to line up with the gears in the distributor. It took rotating the engine while pushing on...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-21-2012, 02:58 PM

Replies: 7 prop rebuild Views: 527 Posted By dpcsar I had mine done locally. I used these guys.... I had mine done locally. I used these guys. http://www.amprowelding.com/ My prop was really bad and need re-welding. He charged me $140. Not sure if that is high or not.

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-20-2012, 02:08 PM

Replies: 69 78 S&S timing Views: 3,807 Posted By dpcsar Good post to read! I have a similar problem with... Good post to read! I have a similar problem with my '89 Prostar. It will not go over 4000 rpm. Completely new rebuilt engine. The distributor is the last old part. Points were replaced this year...

Forum: Electrical 09-15-2012, 03:16 PM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar Thanks for for the info. :) Thanks for for the info. :)

Forum: Electrical 09-15-2012, 10:33 AM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar How much advance should I use? The pertronix has... How much advance should I use? The pertronix has limitations for maximum advancement. It looks like I have four choices 12, 16, 20, or 24 degrees. I was going to try 24 degrees. It also comes...

Forum: Electrical 09-14-2012, 01:26 PM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar Thanks. I will adjust the timing for where it... Thanks. I will adjust the timing for where it runs best. :) My motor was rebuilt to be a 393 stroker. I changed the carb to be a Holley 4160 750 CFM. I still have to dial the carb in and get...

Forum: Electrical 09-14-2012, 09:52 AM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar @j.mccreight@hotmail.com - Thanks for the... @j.mccreight@hotmail.com - Thanks for the diagrams. I have an orange wire that goes from the 'I' on the solenoid to the positive of the ballast/coil. For the longest time I have been trying to...

Forum: Electrical 09-13-2012, 07:00 PM

Replies: 12 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Views: 837 Posted By dpcsar 98 Prostar Engine Wiring for Pertronixs Distributor Hi all, Does anyone have a good wiring diagram for a '89 Prostar? I have a Ford 351w. I have seen a couple of wiring diagrams, but they aren't very good. I am looking for one that shows the...

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-14-2011, 02:23 PM

Replies: 11 Rebuilding a 351 Views: 942 Posted By dpcsar Corrosion??? I thought the aluminum was good at... Corrosion??? I thought the aluminum was good at resisting corrosion?!?!?! A quick search... http://www.keytometals.com/Article14.htm

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 09-13-2011, 09:27 PM

Replies: 11 Rebuilding a 351 Views: 942 Posted By dpcsar What type of power are you looking for? What are... What type of power are you looking for? What are your goals? I just rebuilt my 351. I am into it for $3000 for parts and labor, but I am getting my parts at a discount. I did a stroker (393). ...

Forum: General / Other 09-02-2011, 12:21 AM

Replies: 3 Blower Hose Views: 319 Posted By dpcsar 50 Mile an hour tape? :P 50 Mile an hour tape? :P

Forum: Appearance 09-02-2011, 12:17 AM

Replies: 17 79 s and s redo Views: 2,049 Posted By dpcsar Waiting to get my rebuilt engine in. I am jealous! Waiting to get my rebuilt engine in. I am jealous!

Forum: Appearance 08-31-2011, 06:13 PM

Replies: 572 I now have a complete decal set ready Views: 56,235 Posted By dpcsar Those look great and just what I need for my boat... Those look great and just what I need for my boat restoration! dpxar@hotmail.com Please to me also. Thanks in advance.

Forum: Engine / Drive Train 08-23-2011, 07:14 PM

Replies: 23 How much HP can a Velvet Drive 71c? Views: 2,236 Posted By dpcsar The prop needs to be matched to the HP. I can't... The prop needs to be matched to the HP. I can't play with the pitch until I have the motor finished in the boat. From what I know, you want the WOT (wide open throttle) to be under you red line...

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