epowermarine
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Hey its been a while since I've updated, but progress is being made. For those who have access I've posted some video's over on the FB GL33 group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1329548370726108
-Basically old VW w/Hybrid system is out.
-New D3 220hp is placed, and somewhat wired and plumbed, but not mounted.
-We are fabricating some aluminum plate brackets that will bolt to the old VW mounting holes, then mount the D3 to the brackets.
-Aquadrive is being replaced with new Aquadrive and thrust bearing, custom length.
-getting the old thrust bearing off the shaft was quite an ordeal, major disassembly required
-went to replace drive shaft dripless seal and discovered a small amount of electrolysis on the driveshaft, so we dropped the rudder, pulled the shaft and it's at the Prop Shop for repair/replace.
- have a new Vetus waterlock muffler to replace the horrible old muffler, but have not placed it yet
-the dash is another yet-to-be-tackled project
-the throttle will need a custom mount
That is where we are now. The $$$ keep adding up every day but the entire propulsion system will be brand new. We can't wait.
Question for a GL33 non hybrid with the D3 220, what exact prop size came from the factory? Thanks
Todd
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1329548370726108
-Basically old VW w/Hybrid system is out.
-New D3 220hp is placed, and somewhat wired and plumbed, but not mounted.
-We are fabricating some aluminum plate brackets that will bolt to the old VW mounting holes, then mount the D3 to the brackets.
-Aquadrive is being replaced with new Aquadrive and thrust bearing, custom length.
-getting the old thrust bearing off the shaft was quite an ordeal, major disassembly required
-went to replace drive shaft dripless seal and discovered a small amount of electrolysis on the driveshaft, so we dropped the rudder, pulled the shaft and it's at the Prop Shop for repair/replace.
- have a new Vetus waterlock muffler to replace the horrible old muffler, but have not placed it yet
-the dash is another yet-to-be-tackled project
-the throttle will need a custom mount
That is where we are now. The $$$ keep adding up every day but the entire propulsion system will be brand new. We can't wait.
Question for a GL33 non hybrid with the D3 220, what exact prop size came from the factory? Thanks
Todd
