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@@bobsmoot2392 wow! That’s awesome.

@@nathanhardwick8037 .037 But I don’t think that’s your problem. You shouldn’t be maxing out the engine at 3500rpm with the governor removed. I don’t have my gov removed and it kicks in at about 3700-3800rpm 6.25” seems much too small. Are you running it on the surface?

@grindfestoutdoors I ran it on the surface I ran deep. I was on the water for over an hour trying trying everything. My average was 5mph. It was just me (175lbd) and the dog(60lbs). It kept wanting to stall out at first..so I set the needle on the carb at the last ring. Not sure if your familiar with mikuni carbs. To mee it almost seems as if it's running too lean. But need to pull the plug to verify.

@@nathanhardwick8037 I have not used mikuni just because I’ve heard they have a steep learning curve. My gut says that you should figure out your carb before you change the jet. Is it a new carb?

Pretty sure they’re all gone at this point. Used up the last of the lead #5 last year. Maybe a couple slugs left.

@@grindfestoutdoors will they still shoot if there’s a small amount of rust on the metal?

@@trevordux9373 yes. No problem. Shot a ton of them. I’m a waterfowl hunter. Our shells always get wet. Sometimes they don’t cycle, but never unsafe. Just make sure you aren’t shooting anything with pitting in the metal.

@@grindfestoutdoors holes you mean right? And thank you very much for the knowledge and advice. I was about to throw out about 70 shells

@@trevordux9373 I look at the brass part of the shell after I clean. If the rust has corroded the brass part and caused pitting (like potholes) then I don’t use it. If it’s surface rust, I think it’s fine personally.

I got the exhaust from beaver dam. The remainder I got on Amazon. I’ve got a video I’ll upload soon of everything and the install

@@grindfestoutdoors I’ll keep an eye out for the video!

Beaverdam mud runners

Glad it helped!

You should make 15 loaded for one guy plus dog. My boat is a 1232 but you should see very similar results. How long of a shaft do you have on your kit?

The mudskipper #0 speed prop is probably what you guys are after it's not the standard 6.5 diameter with a 5 inch pitch it's a 6 inch diameter with a 7 inch pitch might want a stage 1 for the prop should see roughly 20mph should work better for the 1232 then a 1432. The prop should work on the beaver tail I think is what you said you have. I personally don't like the larger d.a. props as easier to break. Most people don't realize mudskipper sells speed props. #0 to #8 in speed props most don't research and doesn't realize pitch is more important then diameter! Interesting video btw. Also have you bent your skegg to keep it from kicking the tail to the left and or right if you in the boat?

@@rncboy2 I haven’t bent the skeg because I was sitting on one side of the boat and I got this boat for the test. Motor is currently on a Carstens bluebill and I stand. Purpose of the video was to show performance improvements against my last video. Not to get top speed per se. I’ll check into the other props!

@grindfestoutdoors Okay makes sense now, sorry about that buddy, just found this video lol so I am new to the channel. That was a half question comment and info to others who read it. Definitely would have worded it differently knowing that. Either way hopefully some of the information is helpful. Definitely will be going back through the other videos to catch myself up to speed on what is going on.

@@rncboy2 no problem at all! I’m glad you’re watching it. I’m always open to feedback. Personally, I think getting those props would be a good idea. Maybe I could convince the other companies to send me props at some point and I’ll test them all.

I’d give it a go. Use it on a rag and clean it up. Put the bad ones in a box and bring it to the police station. I’ve fired all these shells now. None of the ones I kept failed. I had a couple cycling issues in my semi though. Fail to eject. But all fired. No problems in the pump or over under.

I just contacted them and asked!

@@grindfestoutdoors When doin camo paint on your engine, which parts did you tape over to ensure not getting paint in them?

@@DeeplyDrivenOutdoors anything that had a seam, came together, had air go in, or grease could come out.

@@DeeplyDrivenOutdoors then a few spots I didn’t want to get overspray. Watch the video where I use the piece of cardboard to push the stencil flat. That makes it way more crisp.

Awesome! Which engine did you go with?

@@grindfestoutdoors 6.6 predator/224 cc. Just got done trying it out on the creek. Motor is great but I'm definitely looking forward to getting a flatbottom instead of v bottom

@@DeeplyDrivenOutdoors yeah. They work much better. I’ve got this motor on a Carstens bluebill and it’s okay, but harder to plane and only goes 12mph.

@@grindfestoutdoors I'm hoping to go with a 12 or 14 ft flatbottom but haven't decided quite yet.

@@DeeplyDrivenOutdoors either will run just fine. The 14ft boats weigh maybe 30lbs more at most.

Good idea!

Yes, I’ve just been super behind with doing CZcams videos with my rigging company taking off. I’ve got the footage of the upgrade/install and footage of the testing. About 30% increase in performance with the stage 1

New video is up

There plenty of material on my page… lol.

Thanks!

Another prop 152x277 see in grab cad.

Give it a go!

Beaverdam performance exhaust. The rest of the parts are from amazon.

My next video will explain.

Thanks James!

Longtails aren’t hard to maintain at all. The 212 (and any SD engine) is a general purpose engine. Just like in a lawnmower or power washer. Just change the oil occasionally and add grease to the shaft. The old grease will push out the bottom. (Most longtails don’t have seals). The 212 should push you and your grandsons about 10mph on full throttle. The shorter shaft is easier to manage than longer shaft. The small kit (this one) comes with 65” shaft (in video) and I believe an 85”. You can do a 65” shaft on the 13hp but it’ll have a harder time staying in the water. For your needs, I’d get the 212. If you want more power, you can spend 100$ and upgrade it. I have another couple videos coming out on the upgrade.

You could try. I just don’t feel that messing with the primer is safe. If there is corrosion in the primer, not a good idea.

Most shells are sealed.

The problem was that I didn’t have it mounted evenly on my boat. Was about 2” off center.

I can get a mini tach for my next video. I’ll be doing the same test but after stage 1 kit. Exhaust from BDMR.

@GrindFest Outdoors giving your stock 212 a little governor love definitely helps too. I ran mine with the governor set to 4800rpm for 3 years, with zero issue, and all it required was drilling a new hole in the governor arm

@@oneoldjimmy1 that’s the plan!

It’s on the list! I’ve already got the sheet metal!

Thanks! I actually address that in the video. I had mounted my motor about 2” off center. This spring I’ll do part 2, after I do the upgrades. If aligning the motor doesn’t work, I’ll either use planning tabs or bend it

Nice! What boat and load?

Mine is a stage 1 predator 212 and on a 14/36 riveted boat I got 23 mph last time I was out with a 6.5 inch prop.

@@FishingwithFro awesome! You remove gov yet?

That’s fantastic. Loaded up, or dry?

Loaded or dry?

Thanks a ton! If you want to make a profile on my website you can sign up for the loyalty program and I’ll credit you the 2% from your Gamefair order.

Funny. I actually started the CZcams channel before I made the Texas rig company. I just put way more time into the rigging company.

Great! Local guy too! I strongly recommend his kits. Top notch. Stop by Gamefair next year and I might have some beaverdam stuff.

Awesome! Thanks Brian.

Start with gun oil and an old t shirt.

Thank you. Yeah, Robert Milner is a great guy. I’ve talked to him quite a bit via phone and email. Thanks for watching!

Awesome man! Check out my video on the prop selection. I’m also coming out with one on stage 1. Robert Milner has a custom exhaust that kicks ass. Super affordable too. Try an Avery push pole with a paddle attachment!

You can tell I’m not a mechanic?

Thanks for the info! I normally just use the regular charger, but I occasionally leave it in the work light too.

Lol! You’re welcome. I cry when I shoot a mergie!

Yes. Made from metal brackets from Home Depot.

It would help if they get wet at all.

I apologize. What did you miss? I can explain.

Lol. 2hp. Yep.

@@grindfestoutdoors if you need a small motor either to work on or ready to use let me know ! I have a few ! Lol

Free?

@@grindfestoutdoors yes sir FREE ! I have over 40 motors I collect vintage outboards and I’m close to you , I’m in Oak Grove !

Send me an email! grindfestoutdoors@gmail.com

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