CUSTOM Exhaust, Mounts, Plumbing, and Rigging on my JET BOAT
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
- I am reveling in this phase of the restoration and rebuild of my '79 Centurion more than any other. With the big block Chevy now powering this jet boat, I’ve plunged into the task of rigging it up. This is where I truly get to unleash my creative freedom-or perhaps it’s my OCD, or even my anal retentiveness? Who can say? The problem-solving aspect of these fitment challenges is something I genuinely enjoy. I’m a function-first kind of guy, but that doesn’t mean I’ll sacrifice appearance. I’m always willing to go the extra mile (and then some) to ensure everything is both functional and top-notch. That should be no secret by now... lol.
In the last installment of this rebuild, we encountered two significant fitment issues. I was unable-or rather, unwilling-to cut the rear engine plate as needed to allow room for the LH exhaust log and snail to be installed. Additionally, there wasn’t enough space to mount the alternator. After some thought, I came up with some decent, budget-minded solutions that turned out killer! If you’ve been following the build, you know I seem to favor the long and hard route when tackling these problems, and the work in this video is no exception.
Building these custom parts is a real challenge with my limited tools, but I don’t let that hold back my ambitions. I’m always pushing myself to improve and find new ways to get things done, and that drive was in full force in this video. I was thrilled with how my custom parts turned out-they were cheap, simple to make, and maintained top-notch aesthetics.
I hope you guys enjoy the video. I genuinely appreciate all of the support! Be sure to like the video, and drop a comment below (gotta tell that algorithm what's up!)
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Thanks
~ Nick
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About AutoTechNick:
Growing up in rural Oregon, I was always around Hot Rods & Race Cars. I imagine my early exposure to this culture ignited a spark of interest in cars, which remains my passion.
🎓 I am a proud Alumni of Wyoming Technical Institute @WyoTechAutoMechanicSchool where I studied Automotive Technology, Performance Engine Building & Street Rod Fabrication. In addition to "WyoTech," I graduated from the BMW Service Technician Education Program, more commonly known as BMW S.T.E.P.
🏎️ I spent nearly ten years working in various BMW dealerships as a Master Technician. After a move back home to the PNW, I found myself no longer servicing German-made machines but now working with Italians. I spent nearly another ten years as a Ferrari Master Technician & Shop Foreman at a local Ferrari dealership.
🏆 Ferrari selected me as one of 12 technicians worldwide to compete in the "Ferrari Testa Rossa Awards" for four years consecutively. Finishing in 3rd place in 2016, & in 2019 I was able to place in 1st, winning the competition & earning the title of the "Top Ferrari Technician in the World!"
🚀 As my time with Ferrari came to an end, a new career path awaited me…. Aerospace. I am currently working at Blue Origin, helping to build & develop the BE-3PM and BE-3U rocket engines.
With my new career path, I needed an outlet for my automotive passion, thus the reason for this channel…
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What did you guys think of my solutions to the fitment issues? Anything that you would have done differently?
~ Nick
It’s all in the details. The boat is looking fantastic!
Nick, great video.
Thank you for taking the time to share the build with us.
I really enjoy watching this build
Thanks again. ✌️😎
Another great video Nick !! It will help me with my boat .Thanks for doing the videos.
Nice work nick.!!!
Great video and I love the thought process. I get robbed at times for over thinking stuff but this is exactly why I do it. You won’t know unless you analyze and look for problems.
I agree. While my approach may be slower than just "slapping it together," it will result in a more reliable and aesthetically pleasing outcome with fewer problems down the road. When you factor in the years of trouble-free use and minimal maintenance, it’s actually a more efficient process overall. I’m just investing the time and effort upfront.
~ Nick
Awesome vids been following the build, a small tad bit bit of advice is put a pressure gauge on the front of of the intake to verify water pressure once you get it out into the water, a good pump will put more pressure than the relief valve can handle . I ended up with a gate valve in place of the pressure relief to regulate the amount of water pressure in the motor, however a 10$ gauge is good fail safe. IMO
I hear you! A pressure gauge for the engine water is in the plans already!
~ Nick
Hell yeah, best series ever
@@mitchklaserner9842 Thanks Mitch!
I had a Nordic jet boat. Bbc, 871 custome efi and bug catcher. Tons of polished aluminum. Any lake water that splashes up has minerals in it that leave spots. I always was chasing the spots with aluminum polish after every visit out on the water. I have been following this whole build. Great job for the tools you have on hand.
Thanks! Your Nordic must have been badass! I have been considering coating the polished items with either Shark Hide or Cerakoate to help preserve the polish and prevent the water spots as you mentioned.
~ NIck
@@AutoTechNick I do have a few old vids on my channel with the boat in action.
@@tjs_welding_and_fabrication I just checked it out! One bad ass Nordic!
From the looks of your channel, you might be able to assist me with a small side project for my build here. Keep an eye out for a message on IG.
~ Nick
@AutoTechNick sounds good Nick.
All of the little details like maintenance down the road and planning especially on the lake play a huge role when building these boats helps and is key!! Great job, its looking great!!
Thank you!
~ Nick
Really enjoying your series. Let some human error out once in awhile.
Another awesome video! That thing is going to be so nice when it's done!
🙏 Thank you!
~ Nick
Excellent work as usual!. No idea how you could have done it better? Different maybe??? When I feel a strange disturbance in the force Ill know your on the water!!!!
😂😂😂
Absolutely gorgeous work!....remind me to never lift my engine cover when/if I get my jet (fishing boat) in the water near you 😅. Oh yeah I wouldn't have changed a thing.
If you get a chance can I talk you out of the alternator part number?
Thank you!!
As for the alt, their is a long list of alternate and interchange part numbers for it…
API MARINE: 20113, for ARCO MARINE: 20825, for ARROWHEAD: 400-12298, for ARROWHEAD: D19020608, for CARGO: 113692, for DELCO: 19020608, for EMP PARTS: 4-6288, for INDMAR: 575010, for J & N: 400-12156, 400-12298, for LESTER: 8466, for PLEASURECRAFT: RA097007B, RA097007L, for SIERRA MARINE: 18-6288, for WAI: 8466N-1G
~ Nick
it is Summer, get that boat in a water!!!! This speed you will still be "building' this damn boat next Winter????? OMG......
I want to run my alternator right where you have yours, but i dont have the plate mount that you're using. Do they make a mount without the alternator mounting to the engine mount?
Call up some one like the company CP PERFORMANCE, they'll get ya set up- or ya may have to use some ingenuity and build a nice looking piece for these older boats. I do alot of similar that this guy is doing because of the lack of parts, age, and multiple combination setups.....jet vs i/o vs v- drive👍👍👍
Run a google search for "BBC LH low alt mount" or something along those lines and you will find plenty of options for mounting brackets.
~ Nick
Thanks guys.
This guy likes to run his damn mouth 😒