Any mechanics or SBC experts around the CLT area. I need a hand

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Any mechanics or SBC experts around the CLT area. I need a hand

Posted: 6/24/2012 9:41:22 AM EDT

Im trying to set the timing and idle for a SBC. Holley 650 double pumper. MSD pro billet dizzy and 6A ignition.

Its in a boat mind you but getting to all the parts could not be easier.

if someone is willing to lend a brother a hand then that would be tits. If not and you would prefer to make a few bucks or have a freind who would like to make a few bucks hit me up. Im at my wits end and trying to get the Mrs to help me has gone NO WHERE!!!! It simply requires two Fing people.

Pics of the set up so you see what you might be getting into.

Thanks to any one that can lend a hand getting this thing timed.

Posted: 6/24/2012 1:10:07 PM EDT

[#1]

will it run? or does it try to fire but backfires alot? especially through the carb?

I'm not in the Charlotte area but I am within an hour of Lake Norman.

Jason

Posted: 6/24/2012 2:12:46 PM EDT

[#2]

Quoted:
will it run? or does it try to fire but backfires alot? especially through the carb?

I'm not in the Charlotte area but I am within an hour of Lake Norman.

Jason

Just sent you the info Jason. thanks for taking the time.

Posted: 6/24/2012 4:11:16 PM EDT

[#3]

I'm on Lake Norman. Where is this boat? And how long will this take? Please estimate the time in beers, at 3 beers per hour.

Posted: 6/25/2012 2:39:34 AM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
I'm on Lake Norman. Where is this boat? And how long will this take? Please estimate the time in beers, at 3 beers per hour.

Well im not sure its more than a 3 to 6 beer project. I boat on Mt Island.

Posted: 6/25/2012 3:02:53 AM EDT

[#5]

Well, I'm a lightweight, so only one beer will be necessary. I will help you with this if you will help me switch the battery in my BMW motorcycle. It's a 3 beer job. My next chance will be Tuesday and I can ride the bike there with the tools I'll need.

Posted: 6/25/2012 4:28:55 PM EDT

[#6]

PM sent.

Posted: 6/26/2012 2:48:59 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
PM sent.

got it and replied thanks

Thanks to everyone. I got a couple of offers to help so i am sure i will get this sorted out.

Posted: 6/26/2012 3:05:47 AM EDT

[#8]

I'll just handle my two-man job on my own.

Posted: 6/26/2012 4:17:21 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
I'll just handle my two-man job on my own.

Woot.

Posted: 6/26/2012 4:48:51 AM EDT

[#10]

If I blow up, don't feel guilty. It's cool.

:'(

Posted: 6/26/2012 11:10:56 AM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:
If I blow up, don't feel guilty. It's cool.

:'(

Damn it I read that wrong. I thought you said you did handle it not was going to. I can help a brother change a battery but curious why a battery requires four hands. If you need a hand with that and can be flexible on time I am sure I could lend a hand. Email me.

Posted: 6/26/2012 2:07:00 PM EDT

[#12]

I have to remove the tank and it has pressurized lines because it's EFI. I might be able to do it alone, but I have not dealt with this kind of thing before and it's nice to have a second set of eyes. Lemme see if my biker buddy can help and if not, I might send an email.

Posted: 6/26/2012 3:06:13 PM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:
I have to remove the tank and it has pressurized lines because it's EFI. I might be able to do it alone, but I have not dealt with this kind of thing before and it's nice to have a second set of eyes. Lemme see if my biker buddy can help and if not, I might send an email.

you have to remove the gas tank to get to the battery? thats crazy.. what year and model of BMW is it? there has to be a better way.

Posted: 6/27/2012 2:34:10 AM EDT

[#14]

1998 BMW R1200C

Definitely have to pull the tank.

Posted: 6/28/2012 3:47:13 AM EDT

[#15]

Quoted:
1998 BMW R1200C

Definitely have to pull the tank.

My neighbor is a mechanic and is also a BMW bike owner. In the Mint Hill area. He does work on the side but I don't know what he charges. If your interested, I'll ask him. Good solid guy. Knows his stuff.

Posted: 6/30/2012 3:25:24 AM EDT

[#16]

Thank you for the referral. I just needed a second set of hands to help pull the tank. But I will remember this for future problems.

Posted: 6/30/2012 7:22:56 AM EDT

[#17]

big thanks to SCRAMBLD.

Boat is running like a raped ape again... Brother any time you and the fam want to go jump some wakes and tear shit up on the water please let me know!!!!

Posted: 7/1/2012 11:17:28 AM EDT

[#18]

delemorte wasn't kidding when he said it was a 2 person job. After a few quick checks of both the ignition and fuel delivery systems. I started adjusting the timing, when she finally fired and was idling on her own...... All I can say is WOW!!!!!

That Boat is an absolute Hoot to ride in.

I've done a lot of stupid things in vehicles going way too Damn fast but delemorte's Jet boat is just a blast.

I spent about 20 minutes on the water fine tuning the ignition timing and getting slung around the seating area as Delemorte would get in and out of the Throttle, while keeping the Bow pointed in a safe direction(just like a muzzle).

I will definately take you up, on the high speed boat play. As much as I like going fast on pavement, dirt, mud I think I'm really going to enjoy the water better. I almost want to own a Boat like that just for S&G's

Anyway, Thanks for letting me help you get her running and for the short jaunt around the water.

Jason

Posted: 7/1/2012 12:09:41 PM EDT

[#19]

Np brother. I found the short in the dash. My switched power cable split. So its back to 100%. And now the tail works its twice as fun. Hit me up when you got some free weekend to go out and do something dangerous.

With the place diverter working now i can get the rest of the boat out of the water and get that nose up. once she is trimmed she only has a foot or so actually wet so she slides around better.

Posted: 7/1/2012 12:43:49 PM EDT

[#20]

So What did you set the total timing at ?

Posted: 7/2/2012 5:02:00 AM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:
So What did you set the total timing at ?

I think total is around 32 or 35 and all the way in by 3k. Initial is 16.

Posted: 7/2/2012 2:05:36 PM EDT

[#22]

I think total is around 32 or 35 and all the way in by 3k. Initial is 16.

I was just checking to see if you know what you are doing. you are

Posted: 7/3/2012 2:10:54 AM EDT

[#23]

Quoted:
I think total is around 32 or 35 and all the way in by 3k. Initial is 16.

I was just checking to see if you know what you are doing. you are

ive learned the hard way. by breaking shit

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Any mechanics or SBC experts around the CLT area. I need a hand

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