030 to . Just know that has no association. Once you add a 3rd guy the shorter boats begin to struggle. _____Joined: Sat Dec 19, 2009 3:10 am. Joined: Sun Jun 22, 2014 6:27 am. 5 mph empty, rough water, ~ 3-6 feet. Joined: Thu Apr 21, 2011 3:50 pm Posts: 21 Looking for ideas for a homemade grab bar. Having trouble figuring out where my oil leak is coming from on Mud Buddy 35hp HD Sport. We ran 3 guys (285,225,185) 9 gals fuel, 3 dozen decoys, gun box, guns and some other hunting related items. Briggs key is a Briggs key. Both should have much better flow, the bps is a lil. seems too thick. Last visit was: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:59 am. I would 1. I like the price and the weight of the 6. The rest are hanging on nails in the trees and im tempted to go ahead and bait them up when i run tomorrow. Board index » MMT Main Forums » The Duck Blind. on it but when I try to idle under load, it often slowly dies after about 30 seconds. Motor has always been serviced including oil, plugs and shaft has always been lubricated with new bushings every season. PPF wood duck vs Backwater swomp lite glider . Wed Jul 25, 2012 3:06 am: take'emgator. no need for a . Hunt Deck ,with MB 4400 Black Death HDR, Duck Slaying, Mud Slingin Machine!!! Wed Mar 25, 2020 4:04 pm:. Mikuni carb to much fuel. 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. Emissions" or "high altitude" give me any sort of noticeable. $9,000. Stuff looked nice, they had it cut out in patterns and fitted to a swim deck. Cost of Kit $350 including UPS shipping ($295 prior to shipping) Cost of motor: 6. Location: SW Georgia. Joined: Tue Oct 20, 2009 1:38 am Posts: 10201 Location: SETX Re: Deer Hunting Angelina National Forest (Sam Rayburn Lake. 5hp longtail for just another $100 or so, but if I can push a canoe with the 2. . If you are to pussy to do that pull one spark plug at a time if the engine dies it the other side. MMT Super Elite Member. Joined: Sat Jul 18, 2015 3:45 pm Posts: 94 Re: Mud skipper surface drive. 035. Posts: 16915. _____ 19x48 Rink/Aucoin Bateau w/35 GTR 20x60 Home-made skiff w/200 Merc: Sun Aug 30. Iron Mountain heads will need a valve job @50hrs anyway, also there are better builders here. 2014 PRODIGY 1754 (#19). DENNYEDWARDS. I've been emailing Uncle-J about building a boat. Among the considerations are an 18x60 GD hull and a 18x56 GD hull. Exhaust, EVT or BPS are your options on the kohler. Joined: Mon Dec 22, 2014 7:10 pm Posts: 146 Location: Becthelsville, Pa Re: Copperhead 23hp vs. 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). Joined: Thu Jan 22, 2015 1:09 am Posts: 105. 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. Add $500 for BPS crossover muffler. I am assuming NON cdi, You can have a diode issue in the harness. " Fri Jun 30, 2017 2:25 pm: nick2720. Combined with the weight savings and dollar value the 1838 23 works out. _____ #CFFITR -Custom pool noodle. I have GG. Empty with just 5 gallons of gas (30 pounds), 5 2x2x8 boards (20 pounds), 1. Last visit was: Fri Nov 24, 2023 12:10 pm: It is currently Fri Nov 24, 2023 12:10 pmYou can run royal purple, it's expensive, but there are others just as good for much cheaper. It was brand new last winter this is the first year I've hunted with it. Posts: 1554. Re: Draining battery fast. MMT Member. Some people were giving shit to a buddy of mine about how excel boats aren't that tough. And to further clarify, I hunt the White River Bottoms in AR. banded double sprig pintail/BROOKS. 10 mph loaded with 2 180lb guys and a spare 4 stroke engine. Then, rejetting the carb to get more. Originally they were going to use the Subaru, but ended up going Kohler. Bug. Ive tried two different automotive type sprayers but cant get either to spray. He has added a cam, carb, and push rods thinks hes running 25 26 now. Do a before and after pics if you can. Joined: Thu Oct 01, 2009 11:49 pm Posts: 8536 Location: Bridge City, TX Re: Do Mudbuddy props fit Gator-Tail1851 Prodigy HDR 5000 EFI. Have a KS 1 switch. Instead of considering the mini, look into the LA Special. 008 - . I use a good synthetic oil, but you don't have to. For auto's, they get your vehicle VIN and not the motor number. 040 on new motors, they should be at . Has anyone done this on a 23 and if so how did it do,I have a very short run for a 9 inch prop in the refuge like 5 minute ride,and the long run is out of the refuge and I will take one minute of my time to put 11 inch back on,any. Joined: Tue Feb 07, 2012 1:13 am. It's a fine looking boat and you sure run it in a lot of different areas. MMT Member. A socket-wrench set makes things much quicker. oh yea, not to jack up your thread , but your loss is my gain. Location: Muscatine, Iowa. I don’t mind jumping out in shallow. From what I understand if you run from 1600-1900 rpms a lot the clutch will over heat and won't last. I'd have to wait about 30 seconds, choke it and run the rest of the way to the blind with it 1/4. Joined: Thu Mar 17, 2011 7:06 pm. I take a bird, open the breast and remove the breast meat. Wed Jul 25, 2012 3:06 am: take'emgator. now you see. . Which ever one is not hot is the problem side. Mud Buddy 37efi HDR Tall transom. Copperhead 18 HP. " - Willie Braun: Sat Sep 16, 2017 2:44 pm: pirogue1. Because that's what the duck men shot if you remember the commercials. Kawasaki FX921V & FX1000V Copperhead 23 rpms. 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. _____ 35 GTR - 1754 Extreme : Thu Oct 30, 2014 3:08 pm. 5hp but it bogs down easily and doesnt go much faster than a paddle when pushing a full load. Posts: 156. All times are UTC [ DST] Who is online: Users browsing this forum: Majestic-12 [Bot] and 89 guests. Joined: Fri Oct 09, 2009 8:50 pm. This is a short transom PD Notice the Knuckle is at the transom bracket. Re: 22 HP Predator Longtail to Surface Drive. Re: Mods for my 23 go devil longtail? Mods on a 23 longtail , I did them on my swomp from backwater . In 1989 Shannon "Mac"" McKinney came to my platoon in Cco 3/75 Ranger. Also, run the motor out of the water and see how many rpms you can get up to and then report back. 180# driver +200# of gear = 22 to 25 mph. The 40 is impressive! Just sold my 37 (stock with gutted exhaust) and upgraded to the 40. Location: st bernard louisiana. Joined: Fri Apr 06, 2012 3:48 pm Posts: 3161 Location: Alabama Re: Dularge. Since folks are always asking which prop performs best on a GatorTail, I decided to get a few of the available props and put them to the test side by side in the exact conditions at the exact time to see exactly which prop performs best in different conditions. You can adjust the idle circuit needles as well. I use the toro key because it covers the key area, but any Briggs key should work. Forum. Put a crescent on the top nut against ur cavation plate and put a big crowbar between the blades on prop. Uncle J Crawfish Skiff. 20x50 WC Custom hull paired with new 40 horse Go Devil FNR motor (bone stock) Base load (fishing season): 9 gallon fuel tank, Wetsounds Surge 10 sound bar (20 lbs. _________________. it happens from being on and off the momentary button. is it. Sun May 12, 2013 3:50 am: huck Finn. 5" to 10" in diameter. Re: Boat Dr new 12. 3/16 bottom and sides. 1754 prodigy vs 1854 prodigy. premium non ethanol fuel helps. My hull is 2013 and has a few blemishes on the bottom. Tue Jun 27, 2017 2:16 pm: kib876. Re: Trim and tilt not working? Agree its probably the switch on the football, when the trim won't work in either direction the common points are the ckt breaker, switch, or actuator. 2016 Sparkleberry Swamp Duck Run All credit goes to Mike Anderson for creating this video. Most years we have to cut our way upstream with axe and chainsaw. I didn’t stop and look close to see if it seemed durable or not. Twist it right off. But any paint job is only as good as the surface you're painting. Just doing a review on 2013 1846 tiller 40hp gator tail. com - View topic - hard sided duck blind build. 15x36 go devil duck skiff , 16 vanguard twin cyl . _________________. Fri Jan 01, 2010 4:11 am:Posted this also under 3 boat gator glide review. Gator tail duck blind on a 2021 1854 extreme gt boat. This evening I enjoyed another hunt in the pit blind with my uncle and his client. Pinewood, South Carolina Hosts Alan Flores Caroline B Crater Packs Landing 2012 Sparkleberry Swamp Duck Run Hotties. Details 144 people responded Event by Alan Flores and SPARKLEBERRY SWAMP DUCK RUN Packs Landing Rd, Pinewood, SC 29125, United States Public · Anyone on or off. All functions ok but does not seem "right". Boat Layout:seats cut out Foam insulation floor. Location: Jefferson TX. the original/oem cable on my gator tail is much thicker/beefier. Carb and exhaust, will do good also. Re: 13 hp beaver dam longtail. Location: Wolf Bay,Alabama. It was wild. Motor runs good idles good when prop is out the water. . Location: Tarkington, TX. MMT Super Elite Member. What would be the best blind for this boat? _____ "Drop the Hammer" Excel 1651 F4 with a Mud Buddy HD7000 Excel 1860 F4 with a Mud Buddy HD5500: Tue Mar 23, 2010 5:18 am: rb777. Just bought a 1648 Crestliner Modified V hull with a 2001 Go-devil long tail with 350 hours. Look where the pushrod seats under the rocker arm. the gt guys are a top notch crew. Sounds like bad battery connections on the motor possibly. Re: Go Devil pressure greaser. . You can buy the paint in spray cans or quarts. runa 31 lt on a 20x44 550lb boat and have never bogged it down to where it killed but have strained it a time or two. When I graduated Ranger School I took the team leader. Use it. Hope. JPG IMG_2521. Skybusters: Magic Does Not Apply to Shotgun Physics. I started with a 1436/ 18 HP GD. Before the internet, the majority of the village idiots stayed in their villages. Anyway, we plan to be on. My attempts to remove prop have so far been unsuccessful, and after talking with Go Devil decided to remove the shaft with the prop attached. i just read where on a demo. I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHT. Joined: Wed Jan 14, 2009 1:42 am Posts: 2377 Location: West Coast Wisconsin Re: Baiting Ducks. Used a hvlp sprayer. Sumter, South Carolina. Your lower seal is worn. 1854 gets my vote for best all around sized boat. This is a short transom PD Notice the Knuckle is at the transom bracket. Predator 670 motor help needed. Uncle-J Boats. 2012 Sparkleberry Swamp Duck Run Hotties. Re: Advice on surface drive mud motor. Re: Best Boat for 27 HP Prodrive. Only 3 people I know run the prop currently, a buddy with a highly modded willey fast motor, a guy in Morgan city, and me. Posts: 50. Joined: Tue Aug 11, 2009 5:55 pmYes it is somewhat controllable once you learn it, but I run a lot twists and turns. I have seen bad connections where the wire meets the connectors. The 22hp wasn't alot faster, but it did have alot more torque. Cut the wires as close to the switch as possible and splice the two ends together. Wildberry "Between You, Will, DUCK HEARSE, and PODCAST I have trouble reading anything on here" 23GTR stage 2 by Calen pushin a 1746 Kliebert: Fri Mar 30, 2012 2:26 pm: david95. 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. the props are very tough but very inefficient. . Fix: polish that cam lobe with 600 wet paper. meeting in front of packs around 9:30/10. Pro-Drive's trim switch conversion kit. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Fri Jul 15, 2011 12:42 am: da go get'er. I’m sending my 3 blade to be worked next week and we shall see how that runs. Low voltage may also be the problem by not holding clutch plates. I run the above load plus 2 guys 250 lb each with about 2 dozen dekes plus guns and shells. I though the bendix was centrifugally driven upwards?I've heard this motors should run non ethanol gas. Find a buddy who has a GTR and go run it in all your places. 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. Whatever kind of metal they use is hard as rock. This will tell u if it is excessive or not and may point u in the right direction of issue _____ 1754 GTR Xtreme CC w/ Purple. An 18’ boat has never kept me from going anywhere a 17’ boat could go. Duck Hunting Chat State Forums. Posts: 4820. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket. Joined: Fri Jun 15, 2012 1:55 am. As shitty as using the Rustoleum aluminum primer spray cans sounds, I've. Marvin Nichols might come in #3 but that spot may belong to Lake Bonham. MMT 1000 Club. You can test with a meter to verify. I have Gx620 on go devel frame. Share. You can apply GatorGlide over factory paint jobs with the same prep, sand and wipe with acetone. I can run 30. got 2 years on it, and they only thing I have noticed is that the shine has worn off. Joined: Sun Oct 01, 2017 2:10 am Posts: 1872 Re: Big Blade vs Hammer on Mud Buddy 5000. Joined: Mon Feb 11, 2019 7:03 pm. It will be going in a 1436 flat bottom. MMT Elite Member. several issues with the motor would make it a non satisfying venture. Am not sure how to connect. when i went to change the throttle cable on my gator tail gtr35, i found the new one i bought (for a go devil surface drive) has a smaller end connection (to the linkages behind the air filter). Re: 16 foot Uncle J boats. I have cam and heads but this should be a good starting point. #Whoneedsphysicsihaveamudmotor. 35+hp GDSD engine mods by George Merta 18x48 GDSD boat: Sun Feb 12, 2012 6:00 amSpecial thanks to the ladies for their participation and we thank you especially for making one of the most beautiful places on Earth, a little bit more on t. Joined: Thu Feb 11, 2021 11:49 pm. all 4 of those in my favor, I just gained at least 3. Posts: 6441. You can then check spark on each side and then start the motor. Boys RPM is what kills theese motors,im a reliability kind of guy and like a trouble free hunt. Turn the idle screw in a few turns. I used Midwest supercub I have the heads p&p with oversize valves, cam, and a gutted new style stainless steel exhuast, and the carb rejetted. consider replacing the bushings / seals - but on my old 20 year old GDLT. _________________. With this setup I am turning 3850 rpms consistently in the water. Add $500 for BPS crossover muffler. Location: Conroe tx. Couple questions for the guys who have removed the foam from there Go Devil boats. For the kill switch typically any two across from each other are the ones you want to connect. Last visit was: Fri Nov 24, 2023 2:38 am: It is currently Fri Nov 24, 2023 2:38 amVideo and Picture highlights from the Duck Run that took place in the Sparkleberry Swamp off of the Santee River in the summer of 2009. Had carb issues, eventually changed the carb and fixed the problem--ran 18. Duck bill is nice for flooded timber and it cut through some flooded willow tops like butter. I mainly hunt marshes. Hope this helps someone out there. Sun Aug 07, 2016 8:56 pm. Let me start with I have searched many of the past threads and did not find anything that answered my questions directly, so please do not beat me up. Speeds | Deep Water: 1. _____ 1554 excel- custom MB sport totin a stage II generac temporarily 20XRD Bullet- 300X Merc: Wed Nov 10, 2010 4:21 pm: Chico80x. Lake Ralph Hall would be #1. I used PTI zinc chromate green primer. Made an adjustment at the governor and now it turns just under 3,600 in the water. Its good to check it regularly 25 to 50 hours. Location: Boone docs Louisiana. I would highly advise against both the Havoc and the Mud Buddy. 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. They carry a load better. My guess. Joined: Thu Oct 03, 2013 2:19 am. Share. There will be a lot of people there, but they won't be any off them wearing. A few months late on the review: 19'7x46 Uncle J skiff. Re: Prodrive Clutch. . Outboard motors running wide open in the swamp. _____ Excel 1851F4 w/ MB35HD+R CDI with a little bit of this and little bit of that: Fri Mar 15, 2013 2:28 am: Page 1 of 1 [ 3 posts ] Board. . Texas Mud Motor - Will Carter - 2012 GTR on Brother 1848. ) We hit 18. Jason and crew came through perfect on this skiff. The 16 footer fits in the garage. Speeds are definitely inflated, but you can consistently see a 40hp run 31-32mph. Location: S-Ville, LA. Stable as hell. 8v when it's just sitting. im scared to break off all the rivets and break my hull to hell. 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. Joined: Fri Jan 10, 2014 6:40 am. it will be used for goose/duck hunting to get to some honey holes easier. Jimj. 2:1 as I want more torque. 006 Spark Plug gap . Thu Dec 31, 2009 11:39 pm: 50fps. MM Brand: Dixie Mud Motors Horsepower: 18hp Boat Brand: Tracker Grizzly Boat Size: 1448 MV 20"transom Boat Layout: Open floor, one bench in back,& big deckMudmotorTalk. i really would like to find a used rig with a 35 on it in the 16 or 17' range. Joined: Thu Oct 08, 2009 3:18 am. 30$ with tax . What a wonderful day! Go to our website to sign up to mentor, support, or even open a chapter in your community. 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. Posts: 16. They look pretty well engineered and built. . Re: mudbuddy 35 hd weight. 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. I always get stuck at station 4 for. I just got back from the Louisiana Sportsman Show that has a great showing this year. Re: Go devil LT help!! The plunger on the fuel solenoid likes to get clogged up on those things. I run it up on the bank in a sandy muddy mix every time i hunt. The k&n pre filter had some water in the bottom of it, so it may have pulling a fine mist of water and messing up fuel delivery. Kawasaki FX921V & FX1000V Valve lash when cold 0. June 12, 2010. Plus and outboard will probably have a better weight to power ratio to push it. Paint holds up well against scratches but if anything metallic dings against the boat, the paint chips easily. Video and Picture highlights from the Duck Run that took place in the Sparkleberry Swamp off of the Santee River in the summer of 2009. Joined: Wed Feb 01, 2012 2:47 am Posts: 17 Re: Go devil gone bad. Most trailer axles come with crappy Chinese wheel bearings. SC Ducks Forum. Location: Rowlett, TX. With this setup I am turning 3850 rpms consistently in the water. Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 2:50 am. MMT Pro Member. Details 1. Motor is a model 303447 T1368 E1 code 03061611. Location: Duck Hill & Starkville, MS Duck Blind question. This year I added a Backwater Swomp lite kit 65'' shaft with 7" prop on my 15'4' Gheenoe -went cheap and put it on a $99. Pro-Drive 18x48 boat. Hmm. I've yet to see a video of the Hoss that impressed me. . 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. Location: Beaumont, Texas. Duck lease in the marsh vermillion/Miami Corp or any marsh. Usually right at 2000# with me and few other items. MMT Member. Posts: 701. MMT 1000 Club. I suspect the problem started with age (motor is 8 years old), and. 5, 14 and 25HP. Re: centrifugal clutches. MMT Member. I have steel flex on the bottom of a 1436 with a LT on it. Here's where I f'd up. . The first. MMT 1000 Club. (CH25S) on a godevil long tail=mounted on a godevil 16x44 hull. Sparkleberry Swamp Duck Run 2020 same thing, different year ride through the swamp and head to 601 sandbar meeting in front of packs around 9:30/10 y’all know the deal. Location: Old East Dallas, Texas. I may try a larger SPS prop, their cheap enough to experiment with!Anyways this is basically going to be a duck hunting motor on a rather large hull. you'll like it coondik, wish i still had both, but just don't need 2 mud rigs, so i chose the pd. The length is the bottom of the boat - it doesn't matter that part of it is enclosed. Re: Hoss 75. For the kill switch typically any two across from each other are the ones you want to connect.