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by fla.viper
Mar 03, 2021 6:23 am
Forum: Props, Setup, and Rigging
Topic: Hydraulic vs manual jack plate
Replies: 1
Views: 11909

Hydraulic vs manual jack plate

Need to replace my jack plate on the valero trying to decide whether to get a manual or hydraulic I know the less weight in the back of my virage the better I am assuming the same to be true fo my valero once I get manual set where I want it I shouldn't need to move it I just think the extra weight ...
by fla.viper
Mar 02, 2021 4:22 pm
Forum: General Hydrostream Discussion
Topic: Just bought another one
Replies: 1
Views: 11618

Just bought another one

Haven't been on since I sold the virage but the hydrostream bug bite me again got a valero yt with a 175 black max bought it from a 1 owner who's dad had a hydrostream dealership till hydrostream went out of business unfortunately the jack plate don't work thinking of getting a Bob's Jack plate wond...
by fla.viper
Jul 21, 2017 7:39 pm
Forum: Hydrostream Hulls for sale
Topic: Virage project for sale **SOLD**
Replies: 1
Views: 7508

Re: Virage project for sale **SOLD**

Sols

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by fla.viper
Jul 20, 2017 6:05 pm
Forum: Hydrostream Hulls for sale
Topic: Virage project for sale **SOLD**
Replies: 1
Views: 7508

Virage project for sale **SOLD**

Have to sell my virage project comes with fresh 2,4 all cdi electronics Bob's 12inch jack plate 2 extra blocks low water pickup 3 props dual rack and pinion many extra parts everything needed to finish even core material Boat is in Hastings Michigan $3500 Text (269)908-6730 for pics [ Post made via ...
by fla.viper
Aug 27, 2015 5:50 pm
Forum: Engine Tech
Topic: 2.4 to 2.5 power head swap?
Replies: 1
Views: 5722

2.4 to 2.5 power head swap?

So it turns out I cracked the block (xr4 150) on the virage. I have a complete 2.5 block crank rods pistons still together just needs a cyl bored. No carbs linkage electronics. will the 2.5 block match up with the 2.4 mid section. Will the electronics, fly wheel, and carbs work on the 2.5? Any advic...
by fla.viper
Jan 11, 2015 10:27 am
Forum: Engine Tech
Topic: 250 Mariner made in england?
Replies: 0
Views: 5485

250 Mariner made in england?

This motor showed up at my friends shop and we've never seen anything like it. Its a 250 Mariner the block says it was casted in England. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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by fla.viper
May 19, 2013 11:18 am
Forum: General Hydrostream Discussion
Topic: new jackplate
Replies: 2
Views: 2787

Re: new jackplate

hey ron, its hard to tell if i got any top end gains. water conditions in the intercostal dont allow for much over 65 mph. i have noticed the virage does not like extra weight in the back. ive got a 12 gallon tank in the back and when i get to 1/3 tank the boat runs faster, looser, and is more fun t...
by fla.viper
May 14, 2013 7:47 pm
Forum: Engine Tech
Topic: xr4 eletrical
Replies: 3
Views: 3235

xr4 eletrical

89 xr4 150. i dropped spark on 3 cylinders this weekend. 2 0n port, 1 on starborad. my local boat guy says its cuz i spin to many rpms (6500-7000) he says the extra current put out by added rpms is overloading the system. he wants me to replace everything with aftermarket parts that are made for the...
by fla.viper
May 04, 2013 7:22 am
Forum: General Hydrostream Discussion
Topic: new jackplate
Replies: 2
Views: 2787

new jackplate

picked up a bobs 12" plate. the motor and pump are built into the unit makeing installation really easy. i havent had the calm water i need to notice any performance gains, but it looks cool.
by fla.viper
Feb 26, 2013 4:39 pm
Forum: Engine Tech
Topic: Mariner Magnum 3 2.5 liter
Replies: 1
Views: 2194

Mariner Magnum 3 2.5 liter

I have a chance to get a mariner Magnum 3 2.5 liter with no compression in 1 cylinder. I've been lookingg for a motor to build for the Virage. can this 2.5 liter block the Sent out to Be resleeve port polished to get more horsepower? I'd like to get at least 250 horsepower out of it. thanks for the ...