Hi everyone,
I put in a new transom on my 72 Glastron V97. My question is would it be better to rebuild the engine and stern drive ( 302v8 & Volvo 270 ) or refit with modern drive train?
Are there any companies that have exact fit turn key drive trains? Thanks in advance!!!
Hey everyone! I have a 1972 Glastron with the Volvo 270 drive and the 302. Anyone know the correct alternator to put on it? Is it a single post or a double? Also, I rebuilt the motor and put her in, started it with the drive in a barrel with water. It wouldn't draw water up to the engine so I...
Hi Guys, I have a question concerning the type of lube to use in my Volvo 270 drive that is on my 72 glastron with the AQ190. I have been told by a few that back in the 70's the preferred lube in that drive was 10w-30 engine oil. But a couple of mechanics have said to use the synthetic variety...
I'm looking for a block to replace the 302 that was in the boat. My question is can I just pick up a 70's series 302 and not have to worry if it is marine or not? Would the crank rotation be the same as an auto block?
Hi everyone,
I just bought a 1972 Glastron with a 302 ( badged with Volvo-Penta valve covers) but I believe it's a ford. It has the 270 Volvo/Penta drive. I got the boat for a song because it had a popped freeze plug. I had my fingers crossed that the block was ok.
I cranked it up with the...
Hi everyone, I just purchased the Glastron V197 with a 302 engine. It's in real good shape but the motor popped a freeze plug. I was wondering if you all could give me any pointers on how to check the engine once I've replaced the plug. Can I put the prop in a tup of water and start the engine...
Hi guys,
Well I finally got the pictures taken so I need your honest evaluations and expertise.
The flooring around the seats and the walkway to the bow are soft. But the seat bases and the upper wood all seems solid. I know I will probably have to replace the stringers too.
I took someones...
Hi all,
I'm new to this boating thing and I have some ??'s concerning no fire to the plugs. It's on a 1989 Bayliner capri with a 85 hp force I/O. No fire to the plugs so I took the panel that the coils and the cd boxes are attached to and turned it over.
I unplugged the connection from the cd...
Hi all, New here and I don't know diddily about boats. I usually restore muscle cars but I'am venturing into the water so to speak.
I just picked up an '89 Bayliner Capri with the L-Drive.It has an 85 horse. I guess my main question is concerning the transom and other wooden supports. The...
