It's important to note that the gasket mating surfaces should not be painted
as the paint film buildup will change the v-drive's internal tolerances.
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Here's the last of the mechanical components being painted. H-joint assembly,
v-drive shifter, transmission mounts, v-drive flange takeoff, torque tube guards and
transmission takeoff adapter.
(14-APR-2008)
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The transmission mounts were installed with grade 8 bolts.
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The old soft rubber bushings were removed . . .
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. . . and replaced with custom Delrin bushings. These are more of Steve Flewitt's handiwork !
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The solid mounts will prevent the engine and transmission from flexing under heavy torque loads.
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The custom torque tube guard adapter is being installed.
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Here's the day I've been waiting for ! Engine, transmission
and v-drive installed with very few issues.
(29-APR-2008)
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We don't have enough clearance between the torque tube guard adapter and the v-drive
take-off hub. The hex-head bolts used to retain the guard will have to be
swapped out for flat head machine bolts.
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Here's a close-up of the oilpan straddling frame # 2.
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Oil capacity has been expanded from 4 quarts to 12 quarts.
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The custom oil pan lowered the engine by 3-1/2". A lot of work, but
the engine is horizontal and nicely nestled into the boat.
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