NOOB - where do I start!

[rodp]

Ive seen a couple horizontal shaft engines on CL - 10 hp or so.

I'll probably grab one of those - I dont need it to be new - or even pretty - I just want it to move & hopefully float.

Did I mention my wife calls it the "submersible"

That's not a good omen

[Don]

If the tub is in rough shape, you may want to consider one of Matt O's new ones. It's a little bit of an investment, but worth the cost if you plan on keeping the machine for a good long time.

[Don]

Did I mention my wife calls it the "submersible"

[brassmonkey]

Ive seen a couple horizontal shaft engines on CL - 10 hp or so.

I'll probably grab one of those - I dont need it to be new - or even pretty - I just want it to move & hopefully float.

Did I mention my wife calls it the "submersible"

[Lantz]

The transmission will provide braking, but its always a good idea to have an emergency brake. The brakes aren't all that complicated depending on what your missing you could probably make a new one or find parts on the forum here. You can get new brake lining from McMaster.

Good luck with your project.

[brassmonkey]

My plan for the moment is to power wash the entire thing - Inside & out & hopefully that will get most of the crap out of it.

The drivetrain looks to be in very good condition - other than being dirty the chains look good & there are no cracks on the frame or anything else.

The 1 brake caliper is missing - but I can rig it so the other one works.

I like the black pipe & acetone goo trick. I'm all over that!

[Lantz]

I would take it all apart fix the cracks with abs goo (black abs pipe and acetone works good). Then clean up the frame and drive train replacing whats needed. Ebay is a good place to get chain. Buffalo bearings is a good place to get bearings. Axles are easy enough to make your self. If you want new tires: 3 BOLT TO 5 BOLT ADAPTERS. A new engine with clutches is going to set you back a min of 750, so it might be worth tearing apart the old engine (unless cost isn't a problem). By the time its all said and done tho you will have a newish machine in good running condition at the same cost or less than you could buy a running used machine that still needs work. It all comes down to how much time and $$$ do you want to spend on it?

[ARGOJIM]

[Don]

I've got an old small block out back - I guess I could mount it sideways & run a chain from the flywheel to the tranny drive!!!

Now you're just being silly: Use a CVT clutch on the small block.

[brassmonkey]

Horsepower and overkill do not belong in the same sentence.

I've got an old small block out back - I guess I could mount it sideways & run a chain from the flywheel to the tranny drive!!!

[JoeMeg]

[QUOTE=brassmonkey;174450]I did not know that about the Resin not sticking to plastic.

Will a 5hp work? 8?, 10? I see a lot of people with 20s on this site - is that necessary or just overkill?


Horsepower and overkill do not belong in the same sentence.

[hydromike]

Here's a link to one poor lost soul's gallery that completed some of the largest ABS goo repairs in recorded history.


Colt Concoction - Amphibious ATV Pictures

[Toys4Me]

Make ABS Goo by mixing pieces of abs and acetone and it will melt into a thin paste. I have ran 16hp harbor freight engines and never had an issue. We aren't exactly easy on them either. If you watch for them to go on sale you can get them for around $250 with a 2 year extended no questions asked warranty. MFG supply has clutches. You may be able to find a used on here on the forum.

[brassmonkey]

I did not know that about the Resin not sticking to plastic.

Now I need to start googleing ABS plastic repair.

The .22 was a relatively new synthetic stock Marlin I paid $200 for. So I'm happy with the trade.

What horsepower engine should i find for this?

Will a 5hp work? 8?, 10? I see a lot of people with 20s on this site - is that necessary or just overkill?

I will need a new driven clutch - too - so I dont want to get too deep in the pocket book here.

[Don]

The transmission takes ATF- I use the Dexron III from NAPA, but everybody's got their own preference.

You'll find that fiberglass resin doesn't stick to ABS for very long. Most of us will use plastic welding of some kind or make up some paste with shredded ABS plastic and acetone. You can use fiberglass fabric along with the plastic/acetone goop to make the mend stronger.

Depending on what the .22 was, it looks like you made a pretty good deal.
Good luck!