Pet Cock Valves For Engine Block

Tim and I have discussed this prior but I guess the answer is a SBC only has the (2) drain plugs, and in my case one is occupied by the knock sensor while the other being a nipple for the shower HW supply. I typically have only removed the HW supply hose at the nipple to drain and not messed with the knock sensor assuming that most or all of the water will exit through just one side. This of course would be in addition to all of the other drain points such as the manifolds, heater hoses, water pump, etc.

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Tim, Interesting! The biggest difference is the thermostat housing and the big hose from it to the circ pump. Mine has the cast "J" pipe just like the newer PCM's. My valve covers even seem to be different. Slightly shorter?

So, you want me to remove the bolt holding the PCM tag on and chance a manifold leak so I can send it to you but first I would need to send the tag out for radioactive carbon dating to prove it's original year. Wow, you sure are demanding today!!

8122pbrainard wrote: So, you want me to remove the bolt holding the PCM tag on and chance a manifold leak so I can send it to you but first I would need to send the tag out for radioactive carbon dating to prove it's original year. Wow, you sure are demanding today!!

Dont worry Pete, my tag wasnt bolted into a coolant passage or anything. I think its safe to remove

HW, good news- the new pole will be here Mon. Any word from that guy with the ski?

I'll let ya know next week, I am just getting into my time of the year where instead of skiing I go through some trial semi scientific boat tests. Tonight I am going to find out how much/if any speed difference is made by removing the fins on my 83, over the next week I also hope to get with and without mufflers, and pcm manifolds vs commander style manifolds. I am not running a stock motor but I should end up with some usuable info.
-Joe.

Have removed, the main danger comes from the 18 holes that left in the bottom of the boat. I am hoping my extra heavy duty aluminum tape over job holds up. I am not expecting it to be dangerous other than that, I won't be attempting any power turns however.

Luchog wrote: you could try messing around with a home made rudder, perhaps a mimmic to the new mastercraft's.

For what purpose?

Joe, Ill be interested to see if the fins actually do hurt the top end much. Dont be afraid of the power turns, they should be much easier with the fins removed! Some of the new wake boats are actually being built without fins now (not sure about CC, but some MC's).

Luchog: Got the new place opened up yet?

Got pics?

john