Location: Belle Chasse, LA. Go devil 27hp surface drive opinions/reviews. New to the forum and mud boats. With that said I cannot comment on how well a Vanguard likes 5 degrees F because it just does not get that cold here. Ive hunted off baptiste for the past few years so i know about the river and how dangerous it can be. Last visit was: Thu Nov 16, 2023 6:07 pm: It is currently Thu Nov 16, 2023 6:07 pmLocation: The duck Mecca called Ga! Re: Mikuni carb ??? _____ HOTSAUCE170 wrote: I've never gone to Seminole for the amenities/luxury the two reasons I go down there are to kill shit and get fucked up with like minded individuals aka OG'S. Joined: Thu May 07, 2015 3:57 pm. Joined: Sat Sep 03, 2016 6:53 pm Posts: 7 Uncle J 18x54 with GTR XDLast visit was: Mon Nov 20, 2023 2:54 pm: It is currently Mon Nov 20, 2023 2:54 pmPro: super easy to hide. Re: 13 hp beaver dam longtail. The clutch lever mounts on a godevil handle with zero modifactions , remove cable , unscrew the two mounting bolts and take off stock throttle lever , discard. Cooler, wife and black dog of 82#. That helped alot with stability too. 16. _________________. Prop pitch to carry a load and pitch for speed are mutually exclusive to a point. Joined: Fri Jun 15, 2012 1:55 am. im not going to jump on anything when im ready ill have until next season to decide but ive read a ton of good things about the copperhead pushing a big load very. The motor died and wouldn't restart. Re: 22hp predator starter issue. First off run it until the muffler is warm. You can buy the paint in spray cans or quarts. For a lot of years I fished outboards super shallow, it's my real passion I guess, but once I tried the surface drive them fishes have really had it bad. #101 - 1865 Dilworth Dr Suite #804 Kelowna, BC V1Y 9T1 [email protected]BC Ferries: At least they run - See 4,493 traveler reviews, 1,550 candid photos, and great deals for Sidney, Canada, at Tripadvisor. I cracked the motor case last duck season, along with a number of other small issues that needed tending to. Re: Boat Dr new 12. talked with for a while the other day about the new 23 and it seems like it's a bad ass little motor, apparently getting 30 mph empty out of a 400 pound 15 foot boat, and 26 with 3 folks. 1754 Gator Trax Hybrid, Hunt Deck ,with MB 4400 Black Death HDR, Duck Slaying, Mud Slingin Machine!!! Sun May 02, 2021 4:22 pm: Page 1 of 1 [ 12 posts ] Board index » MMT Main Forums » Engines & Engine Mod Talk. The k&n is a good choice for air filter and oil filter. . With a light load (me, a couple of kids, some fishing crap) it'll do 14-15mph in shallow. #CFFITR. Posts: 250. 16/44 is a nice size boat the 35 will get you up on plane but easing through shallows your but ill be dragin, the 27 will be 90lbs lighter but you will give up the top speed. 008 - . HDR 5000. Not 70 hp like it says, but learned la. Like you I need to repaint mine also. Sent using Morse Code from my not so smart phone. Running two motors has the benefit of redundancy but a larger hp single would have a place in this market. Thu Dec 31, 2009 11:39 pm: 50fps. Set to continuity and test the leads and you should see Open loop then when you pull the kill switch you should see something reading resistance. It was brand new last winter this is the first year I've hunted with it. Share. Bogs down when I put in water. I have hunted 2 kids and 2 adults out of the boat comfortably. Location: Beaumont, Texas. Posts: 27. 00 6. Re: 25hp godevil surface drive. it will run around 25 or so empty and will step with 4 men. We tested a 12hp, 18hp, an older 20 hp MB Hyperdrive and a 27 Pro-Drive. Whatever kind of metal they use is hard as rock. 6K people responded Event by Alan Flores and Caroline B Crater Packs Landing Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Getting down in the swamp and testing the durability. Joined: Sat Jul 18, 2015 3:45 pm Posts: 94 Re: Mud skipper surface drive. My MB 27 LT is rated for a 9x7 prop and everywhere I've looked, all the mud motor mfg. What a wonderful day! Go to our website to sign up to mentor, support, or even open a chapter in your community. Available in low or high transom risers. Couple things with the motor concern me. 7" SPS aluminum prop ( Dont hate unless you wanna buy me a stainless one!) 11 mph top speed by myself on a 14x36 Duracraft. The front storage is limited but it did fit 4 life jackets, throwable, and fire extinguisher. Do yourself a favor and find a Timken dealer and get some bearings made in the USA. I have a 1648 with a 35 mud buddy. Check to make sure all ur hose connections are tight from the engine all the way to the gas tank. Reply Quote. . 3 blade harder to spin than 2 blade if everything is equal. 58 after tax. Re: Big Blade vs Hammer on Mud Buddy 5000. Re: 16 hp duromax. My compression is higher than most, and mine spins over easily. I have put together some information that I have found for the Kawasaki. Because of the popularity of the Santee region for public waterfowl hunting, the declines in waterfowl numbers have evoked. You can apply GatorGlide over factory paint jobs with the same prep, sand and wipe with acetone. I understand this is not the best boat for the motor, I'm having a different one built but this is it for now. With the mod already on that motor a exhaust is a must. Skybusters: Magic Does Not Apply to Shotgun Physics. 6K people responded Event by Alan Flores and Caroline B Crater Packs Landing Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Getting down in the swamp and testing the durability of our transoms! Poker run again this year along with extra side prizes. Re: Mud buddy drive question. He was a Kansas boy, skilled with rifle, good in the woods, had played 4 years of college football, worked in the oil fields, and was a pre-packaged bad-ass. Running clean open deep water down the river back to the boat ramp. MMT Member. Motor is a model 303447 T1368 E1 code 03061611. 3. 75 x 10 prop. I though the bendix was centrifugally driven upwards?I've heard this motors should run non ethanol gas. The 2 blade is for duck season in serious tough conditions as well as heavy loads. Joined: Wed Jan 14, 2009 1:42 am Posts: 2377 Location: West Coast Wisconsin Re: Baiting Ducks. Cost of Kit $350 including UPS shipping ($295 prior to shipping) Cost of motor: 6. Put the opposite bullet connection Male/female on the other end of the short section of wire. Freeze it until needed. You'll be running about 13 with the heavy load you are talking about. I take a bird, open the breast and remove the breast meat. I've read the forums and it seems the 18x56 turns better and has a bit higher sides, but drafts about a quarter inch more water. Good luck. MMT Member. So throw off. 125 boat in all honesty. . Is anyone familiar with the River Run mud motors? the offer small MM's with a neutral clutch standard; and a reverse feature is available too. And like stated above, it took about 3 day of me not doing anything to it before it started to really get rock hard. I live in Oklahoma hunt waterfowl on lakes and rivers. Just depends on what HP you need/want. Spark Plug Type for Large Vanguard. Posts: 4820. 5 MPH. 51. ran one for several years. the wobble could be your bearing going out but i am gonna go with something electrical. Posts: 178. I use a good synthetic oil, but you don't have to. Usually right at 2000# with me and few other items. 24" sides, 5" catwalks, sealed double bottom, 16 gal gas tank. Re: Mud buddy hd mini 23 issue. You will need additional pieces for a carb swap ( intake , governer lock etc )I suggest using the bps lever to get full travel for the mikuni the exhaust I used is a bps crossover , but you can. If you have the older 3 wire system, then yes I know a very cheap place to replace it. Used a hvlp sprayer. 1751 . _________________. Uncle J Crawfish Skiff. The front storage is limited but it did fit 4 life jackets, throwable, and fire extinguisher. Re: !!!MudBuddy Issue!!! There could have been rust on a valve making it stick, adjuster come loose or other things. Re: Prop Pitch ?'s. banded double sprig pintail/BROOKS. The boat handles well and will turn on a dime. Location: Stuck in the marsh, LA. Re: 29 kawasaki fuel pump help!! Walbro GSL393 (40GPH @ 30ish PSI) Airtex E8228 (38GPH @ 30ish PSI) Walbro GSL391 (50GPH @ 30ish PSI) Some aftermarket pumps that meet the required specs as the pump for the FD791D (the 29hp kawa with fuel injection that you have uses a pump with 38 GPH at 26ish psi). The ca57 for the gatortail and the hammer prop are also hard hard wheels. Re: Wanted: Duck Lease 2014-2015 (Delacroix/Reggio/Caernarvo I hunt in a club that has leases down there all the way from lake lery down to past 4 horse lake, and on N Reggio down to petain. Posts: 1872. ADVISE on a Longtail in Shallow waters Rocky bottoms. I used PTI zinc chromate green primer. Also if others run across additional information, please add to it. Used to carry 8-10 people around a half mile or so a day for most of duck season. It connects to the Bay. Joined: Wed Nov 24, 2010 1:33 am. Don't know specifics on a mudbuddy, but 600 sounds way on the high side for a clutch and they are very reliable unless there is another issue in the drive somewhere. With that said I cannot comment on how well a Vanguard likes 5 degrees F because it just does not get that cold here. has a seperate red wire lead attached on the side of key switch. They also offer high comp pistons for the. Drive will be 1. several issues with the motor would make it a non satisfying venture. Last visit was: Tue Nov 21, 2023 11:45 am: It is currently Tue Nov 21, 2023 11:45 amrun it hard af or put it up. If you want to swirl wine and stay in a room where politics and investment diversity are. First night we left a little early and caught a lil mess of bass before the sun went down. This should be a nice set up. Posts: 156. Location: New Iberia, La. Pro staff: Pop Tarts, Little Debbie, Armour Vienna Sausage! Just an old duck hunter that grew up hunting from Moes lake to McGirts Lake in beautiful Sparkleberry Swamp. no need for a . Low spring pressure, pushrod jumped out of place and pegged the retainer down on the seal. Sun Dec 28, 2014 2:22 am: Kcpanages. Location: south Florida. Posts: 701. The boat it will be going on is a 17ft by 48 modified v hull with medium size pods. I only have empty speeds so far, but I picked up about 3mph on top end. everything we run here is just thick hydrilla and lillys. love it!!! good luck with your new motor. Posts: 94. ACE HW or Northern Tool has them. the wobble could be your bearing going out but i am gonna go with something electrical. Wed Jul 25, 2012 3:06 am: take'emgator. Starter and solenoid Briggs 23hp Vanguard? My Briggs 23 Vanguard {380477-0065-E1} was giving me the old "solenoid click" when I turned the key and NOT spinning the starter at all. My buddy clocked it at 25mph in deep water. I need side pic's, top, and back of a 23GTR. Just picked up this rig, Hull is an 07 with all foam removed from floor and front deck. _________________. All functions ok but does not seem "right". A few of us are thinking about making a 3 day hunt at pass a loutre for our first time within the next few weeks. I have a 1648 Tracker Grizzly ran it for three years with a 25 long tail got 22mph out of it . All times are UTC [. If I want a whole duck for training: In Alaska using a whole duck for dog training is "wanton waste" and subject to all sorts of legal problems. I'm kinda curious as to this flex shaft "Dentist's drill" concept and what y'all in the know think about its ability to take the. The 23hp is probably the best decision though, I believe the 12,18, and 23 are all within 20lbs of each other so why not get a 23. Idle under load on ProDrive. i really would like to find a used rig with a 35 on it in the 16 or 17' range. 15x36 go devil duck skiff , 16 vanguard twin cyl . it happens from being on and off the momentary button. Dozens, maybe hundreds of boats, heavy machinery, and all the old bells and whistles of last year plus more. The interior is 17 feet. 18x56 or 18x60 go devil with 35 GDSD. I'm new to the mud motors and really duck boats in general. New carb, fuel pump, fuel filter, new hose. Duck Run. Wed Jul 25, 2012 3:06 am: take'emgator. moved to a 1544/ 25 HP GD, and now a 1648/27 HP MB. If you use a wrench or screwdriver to "jump" the post on the solenoid it starter should engage normally-if not likely solenoid problem. Replacement keys come in a pair. no need for a . Re: Bottom Coating for aluminum boat. 2875 Views 5 Replies 3 Participants Last post by macdaddykeefer, Feb 7, 2013 Jump to Latest M. Talking with the salesman, he recommended having the motor geared down with a big blade prop for better holeshot and if I wanted something with a little more speed to run rivers and play in the summer, get a 3 blade or hammer for speed. Heavy ass still run 30. Ok motor guys I got a condition going on I thought I burnt a exhaust valve but I pulled both heads and valves they look fine,no holes chips or Burt metal but the dam thing just recently started popping and shooting a 3 inch flame @. Am not sure how to connect. Can be overkill too. more. [ 5 posts ]Location: Jefferson TX. Joined: Fri Jan 10, 2014 6:40 am. The rest are hanging on nails in the trees and im tempted to go ahead and bait them up when i run tomorrow. British Columbia Marriages 1800-1946at MyHeritage. ProDrive EFI and LA Sportsman Show. This video and images were compiled from those taken during the 2012 Duck Run held annually out of Pack's. Location: Tarkington, TX. I may have applied everything to thick. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Page 1 of 1. Might have a loose clutch bolt. Location: Land of 10,000 Lakes. Don't use a screw driver it will snap in half. #Whoneedsphysicsihaveamudmotor. Joined: Thu Jan 22, 2015 1:09 am Posts: 105. Pinewood, SC 29125 • Lowfalls 958 Low Falls Rd. Re: 7000 Mud Buddy. Location: Jefferson TX. All of them are different. im not going to jump on anything when im ready ill have until next season to decide but ive read a ton of good things about the copperhead pushing a big load very well. I'm from crosby texas and looking to get my old prop cupped for 9 inches for the refuge rules,I have a 23 mud buddy mini. Wchauvin. The best possibly being ProDrive's new. GatorGlide and GatorBase sticks better than anything I've found in 35 years of painting. Location: Rowlett, TX. my question would be if i opt for a 1636 (cuz its cheaper) would it be. They use Kohler engines: 7, 9. Never seen so many fools in one place at one time in my life. Of course it was such a long time after purchase I ate that price. My buddy has a mini 23 on a rivited 1542 and was getting 17 mph empty. . Last visit was: Fri Nov 24, 2023 9:35 am: It is currently Fri Nov 24, 2023 9:35 amTC you heard af anything to get by the regulations so people can run their boats out in the refuge? Like any props that will be 9 inches or less? Wed Jul 06, 2011 7:47 pm: Team Camo. The GT serial number is what their agent is looking for. I think a 23 should be around 4000 out of the water and 37-3800 in the water. Has 200 hrs on it now with out issues other than crank case gasket, and stud. see the picture - go devil on left & gator tail on right. Each time the motor bogged down and shut off about 80% of the way to the blind with about a 500 pound load (2 guys and gear). 2016 Sparkleberry Swamp. Fri Jul 15, 2011 12:42 am: da go get'er. Posts: 3833. Posts: 4820. Made an adjustment at the governor and now it turns just under 3,600 in the water. In Alaska using a whole duck for dog training is "wanton waste" and subject to all sorts of legal problems. It came with a Q pipe and a 40" prop shaft. all 4 of those in my favor, I just gained at least 3. Question about Diamond City Trailer Axle. make sure the switch is grounded properly to the HANDLE, has no flat spots and is connected to the terminal ground screw which is if you are. . Its perfect for my small pond but I wouldnt recommend traveling any distance with two men and a load. Posts: 1068. Duralux duck boat drab. i really would like to find a used rig with a 35 on it in the 16 or 17' range. Posts: 1913. There will be a lot of people there, but they won't be any off them wearing. Did 2 coats. Gas tank in front deck. Location: Mandeville, LA. 5 HP Predator, cost $110 at my local Harbor Freight. This is not a race, it is not a poker run, it is just a cruise. Location: North Texas. Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 2:50 am Posts: 3833 Location: Old East Dallas, Texas Re: Mud buddy 5500 Black DeathRe: 23 Vanguard Charging System? 1) you can look for the voltage regulator on the side of the motor. MMT 1000 Club. i want the fastest and lightest boat possible. make sure the switch is grounded properly to the HANDLE, has no flat spots and is connected to the terminal ground screw which is if you are. I know this isnt a mud-motor but i searched many forums before deciding what blind to buy for my lund alaskan. MMT Elite Member. The stock 22hp Predator is a California emissions engine. I let the motor idle and bump it into and out of gear when picking up decoys in deeper water. MMT Member. Posts: 10388. Only since 1986 have estimates exceeded 30,000 ducks. 5 it might be just what we need to get through another hunting/trapping season or two. You should be getting 12. Keep in mind I've only run this boat with these new mods for about 10 minutes, so I'm sure there's a bit more to be desired. MMT Member. Am not sure how to connect. For the kill switch typically any two across from each other are the ones you want to connect. _____ Gator Trax 1644 HD pushed by. Empty with just 5 gallons of gas (30 pounds), 5 2x2x8 boards (20 pounds), 1. Props tested were the GT 2 blade, GT 3 blade, and MB Hammer. Here is the review for my new WC Custom rig. problems. premium non ethanol fuel helps. Skybusters: Magic Does Not Apply to Shotgun Physics. im in central florida. Re: lost key. All times are UTC [ DST] Who is. There are some things/considerations on some brands, (for example a BPS crossover exhaust doesn't work well with the GT plastic clutch cover) but carb kits. Posts: 107. Reaper Prop. They are now 8 months old and have been in formal training for. Instead of considering the mini, look into the LA Special. The props that smaller powered longtails are able to spin don't have enough pitch to run 22 even if the boat and load are perfect for the power of the motor. Ours was built in 2013 with roller rockers, rods, pistons, performance heads ,cam and valves. Joined: Sat Feb 25, 2012 2:29 am. Will got me in quick and did a thorough look. 3. From the box it was only getting 3100-3200 RPM in water. Re: 1436 jon boat w/ 9hp godevil long tail? I had a 14x36 with a 9hp honda gd,without the clutch an it was kinda heavy on the back. gt throttle cable. I always get stuck at station 4 for some unworldly reason. I've been hunting ducks for many years now but the last 5 years duck hunting has started to consume 90% of my fall hunting activities. Vancouver Sun Archives 1912 - 2021. Heads, cam and carb will get you to 30 mph and 4200 rpms for about +-$2500. Joined: Thu Jun 09, 2016 1:44 pm Posts: 13 PPF wood duck vs Backwater swomp lite glider. 5 harbor freight predator. MMT Elite Member. Bought a MSR Hp AOF pro clutch lever at local motorcycle shop in town. For the best results I would apply directly to the aluminum. Re: 27hp Kohler GoDevil. Last night i had full tank, 2 batteries, trolling motor, cooler full of beverages, 2 bags of gear, 2 guns, and 3 people averaging 200lb a piece. Use the search feature, or Google "2 blade vs 3 blade, mud motor talk". We'll be staying at one of the campgrounds on the wma. A few of us, not many, plan to take ourselves on a Sparkleberry tour this Saturday morning. DUCK HEARSE. Joined: Sun Jan 03, 2010 6:47 am Posts: 258 Location: Duck Hill & Starkville, MS The boat handles well and will turn on a dime. I didn't know what to expect since I haven't seen any pictures of the install. some days it's awesome most days it's average. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk _____ "Two people in this world wear helmets, and that's dare devils and pussies. Engine sounds good--but i don't have a tach yet so i'm not certain how many. This evening I enjoyed another hunt in the pit blind with my uncle and his client. MMT Member. MMT Pro Member. Two people, my dog, and a hunt load, I run 34-35. we are starting to put the motor that got stolen back together, and i want to make sure we have all the fuses, switches, and relays we need. Duck bill is nice for flooded timber and it cut through some flooded willow tops like butter. IMG_2511. Then sew up the breast and then I am legal. Looks like from everything I've seen online that the original 9hp Briggs and 23 Briggs have same pto height and bolt Circumference pattern on back of motors bolt mounting pattern for the base is off alittle but just have to drill two holes and change prop size from 8x4 I have now to the 9x6 and work on balance of motor after mounting it all up . That is just screwed down, the floor does run all the way under it. Re: Mud buddy drive question. c. Which is getting old. Location: Decatur, IL. Motor runs good idles good when prop is out the water. Page 1 of 1. DENNYEDWARDS. Anyone have one? Looking at getting one for a carstens canvasback. Posts: 6441. They ain't worth it . A few of us, not many, plan to take ourselves on a Sparkleberry tour this Saturday morning. Joined: Thu Apr 02, 2009 8:50 pm. My hull is 2013 and has a few blemishes on the bottom. Other than that their all the same. Just picked up a brand new Copperhead 23. MMT 1000 Club. you broke the pins that are pressed in to your clutch. Last visit was: Wed Nov 22, 2023 11:24 am: It is currently Wed Nov 22, 2023 11:24 amRun a 220 main and 22. First of all congrats on choosing a great motor, you can install it yourself if you'd like, an engine hoist would definitely be a plus or chain fall. I would prefer a larger boat for the 35,but. If your going to be using it for fishing and hunting and riding and just an all around boat, in your situation i'd do the 18x54 extreme, more room, stable, and get the extended deck to fish off of, go with a huntdeck and 35GTR with reverse plate, put you a rod box/gun box in there. There are two holes drilled into the mounting bracket so once you get the motor. Speaking as a 25 owner – unless you have a restriction to 25hp - I would go with the 35. For auto's, they get your vehicle VIN and not the motor number. in the first duck commander video (made back in 1988) they used a long tail go devil. I'd say your speeds are pretty good for a 13hp thai kit. The info on the filter #842921I can find online specifically states it is for "big block" engines while some of the info on the net states the 492932S filter is for engines UP TO 26hp. Posts: 721. Duralux has a Yellow primer that you can buy. Usually right at 2000# with me and few other items. Not much mud but sandy bottoms and some timber. Location: Old East Dallas, Texas. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. Just bought a 1648 Crestliner Modified V hull with a 2001 Go-devil long tail with 350 hours. 1754 prodigy vs 1854 prodigy. So roughly 400 pounds in the boat plus two. ran a solid 34mph deep water at 4480rpm this weekend and ran 29. I have steel flex on the bottom of a 1436 with a LT on it. No hooks but a few dings. Its good to check it regularly 25 to 50 hours. I've yet to see a video of the Hoss that impressed me. Location: Rowlett, TX. An 18’ boat has never kept me from going anywhere a 17’ boat could go.