http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/ Checkmate-Boats.com-A comprehensive website and message board for Checkmate Performance Boat owners. en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:44:19 GMT vBulletin 60 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/ http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19173&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:40:27 GMT I have an 86 Predictor with a 89 Mercury V-150 engine. Took a couple of tries to get in running well enough to try out the engine at upper rpm's.

So we got it up to 45 (GPS) and were hitting 6500 rpms, not even at full throttle. So I'm guessing we need a bigger prop, right now it has a 21 pitch 3 blade Stainless steel. How much bigger should I go? ]]> jumbofordman http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19173 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19172&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:12:48 GMT I recently bought an 87 Senator. Has a 350 in it. Guy before me said the guy before him took it out and dropped a BBC in it then put the 350 back in it. The motor just looks like a 350 but I noticed a Corvette logo/emblem on the valve cover. Can anyone tell me any info on this or did he maybe... I recently bought an 87 Senator. Has a 350 in it. Guy before me said the guy before him took it out and dropped a BBC in it then put the 350 back in it. The motor just looks like a 350 but I noticed a Corvette logo/emblem on the valve cover. Can anyone tell me any info on this or did he maybe just put some vette valve covers on it? Claims it runs 60 GPS with a 23p ss prop.

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When your cruising down the river and you hit a speed bump?? = broken gimble ring and bent propshaft. (boat ran fine all the way back. didnt notice the damage till i got her home) It has an alpha lower unit. Since I have to take everything off pretty much should I upgrade my lower unit? Or just rebuild the alpha when I put the new propshaft in it? Anyone know where I can get a deal on a gimble ring? ]]> Engine Technical Discussion WaterBoy http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19172 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19171&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:27:35 GMT I've been looking for a 24-27 ft. Convincor for a little while now, and think I may have found one. With this hull and engine combo, what realistic GPS speed should I expect? It's a bone stock 454 Magnum MPI hooked to a stock B1 drive.

Thank you for your time.

Joshua Winiger ]]> Engine Technical Discussion JWiniger83 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19171 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19170&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:57:59 GMT The mate let me down on Saturday, was out for a late night cruise and a few wobbly pops with a some friends and had to call my wife at 2 am to come get us with the tooner :o When I hit the trim one time the stereo shut down but then it seemed fine, I made the mistake of shutting it off and it... The mate let me down on Saturday, was out for a late night cruise and a few wobbly pops with a some friends and had to call my wife at 2 am to come get us with the tooner :o

When I hit the trim one time the stereo shut down but then it seemed fine, I made the mistake of shutting it off and it wouldn't start, I left it on the charger over night and the new battery that I put in a few months ago didn't take a charge, then I thought the battery must have been a dud and stole the battery out of the tooner, we drove around for a few hours the next day and then I noticed that every time I hit the trim the tach would go to 8 grand so I figured something was wrong and headed for the cabin, shut it off and sure enough it wouldn't start.

I don't have a clue where to start, This is my first EFI and I thought that if it wasn't charging the EFI would quit running but it runs fine on a dead battery????

Of course it has ran great all year and the one year warranty I got when I bought it expired about a week ago:brickwall:

Any help greatly appreciated

John ]]> Outboard Technical Discussion john lamon http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19170 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19169&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:12:36 GMT New guy here from the Buckeye state!! Although 99.9% of all my boating is done on Lake Cumberland in KY. Thus far its all been either on my RXP Sea Doo or in the old man's Baja. But I have decided its time for me to get something of my own. And as long as I can remember there hasn't been a whole lot on the water that excites me more than a screaming outboard!! Growing up on the Ohio River all my dad's friends had Checkmates and I have always wanted one. So I came here to look for one or at least try to learn more about them so I know what I need to look for. Well, I'm off to lurk around and try to learn myself!! Have fun out there, be safe on the water, and hopefully before too long there will be a checkmate tearing up and down the Big South Fork River on Cumberland!!!

Corey ]]> Member Introductions corey331 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19169 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19168&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:00:23 GMT US $500.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-13-2010 16:00:00 PDT
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More... ]]> eBay Checkmate Listings GiGi http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19168 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19167&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:00:10 GMT US $1.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-15-2010 13:51:38 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $8,000.00
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More... ]]> eBay Checkmate Listings GiGi http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19167 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19166&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:24:16 GMT Looking for a Lower Unit Complete for a 1988 Mercury Inline 6 with long shaft.:) Looking for a Lower Unit Complete for a 1988 Mercury Inline 6 with long shaft.:) ]]> Engines and Components SpikeJ http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19166 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19165&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:05:11 GMT I just finished an enchanter resto, but I cannot post photos aklima@adelphia.net I just finished an enchanter resto, but I cannot post photos
aklima@adelphia.net ]]> Member Introductions Stretch http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19165 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19163&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:35:13 GMT Finally got it all together! Mercury 115, 26p Laser 2 prop, 6" of set back, 4 1/2" above the V. Smart tabs to keep it from transom walking ( worked out great ) boat is very stable at 62 mph. RPM 5700 ]]> Picture This Jackscm88225 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19163 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 03:18:07 GMT Going to look at a 2008 22'checkmate pulsare tomorrow. The price seems a little high 32k. Looks awesome. Can be seen at www.commoncwealthboatbrokers.com. What speeds and performance do you think can be had with a 250 opti sx? ]]> Checkmate Listings NEBS http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19161&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:35:53 GMT drug home a 1989 251 with a bbc! here are some pics! low, low hours! bought it from a marine mechanic! ENJOY:bigthumb: Image: http://checkmate-boats.com/photopost/data/500/medium/100_3624.JPG Image: http://checkmate-boats.com/photopost/data/500/medium/100_3628.JPG Image:... drug home a 1989 251 with a bbc! here are some pics! low, low hours! bought it from a marine mechanic! ENJOY:bigthumb:







]]> Picture This ross http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19161 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19160&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:26:03 GMT Hardy Dam, MI
Come one, come all!! Hot Boat weekend is here again. :banana:

I'll be there Friday-Sunday :cheers:


]]> CHECK-IT http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19160 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19158&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:07:54 GMT So here's a poll to play with!

History: I found a used mint Pulsare 2100BR several years ago for $14k, enjoyed it for 2 years then sold it (mint) to another happy owner.

Present: I've kept my eyes open for another mint 2100BR in the $14k to $18k range, and THEY DON'T EXIST ANYMORE :yell:

Here's another option for about the same money:

Keep my wife's 2002 Four Winns Horizon 170 OB as the family water sports boat, and add a 'me' boat to my collection for the speed thrills. Here's a pic of what I have now (and would sell to upgrade to a nice 2100BR), and a few pix of what I could add to satisfy my need for speed:

Family get wet and not care tubing boat:


and the need for speed just for me boat:







HELP ME DECIDE :banana: ]]> Open Boating Forum JW http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19158 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19157&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:18:32 GMT My starter is dragging a little.(actually alot!) I tested it and its getting 12.5 V and drops to just over 11 when its turning so its getting good voltage and connections are clean But I cleaned them again anyway. Most times when I hit the key it will just spin, not enough speed to run the gear up... My starter is dragging a little.(actually alot!) I tested it and its getting 12.5 V and drops to just over 11 when its turning so its getting good voltage and connections are clean But I cleaned them again anyway.
Most times when I hit the key it will just spin, not enough speed to run the gear up the bendix, or if it does its turns the motor real
s l o w. But the motor fires up on half a turn so I have waited till the end of the season to do something with it. ( A few time I have had to engage the gear by hand then hit the key. I don't recommend doing that, but it works if the motor fires up easily. Watch your fingers!!)
SO... what I am thinking is the brushes need to be replace or the contact cleaned.
Anyone done this before? I can't find the brush kit for this particular starter (its actuily from a v-135 I picked up with a window in the block) and my old V-225 starter desn't even show anythig avalible for parts.
It dosen't look too complicated I'm looking for a little experienced advice.
Thanks!! ]]> Outboard Technical Discussion ckmate225 http://checkmate-boats.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19157