1973 Slickcraft

[coralee]

My new chore. Wondering if with this weather I need to fit it with a snowboard.

I'll be interested in any info on maintenance, updates etc for those who know the SS235. Like should I run a lead substitute?

Edited April 13, 2013 by Nailer

[FsnMachine]

I used to have an SS200 looks similar but shorter. What motor is in it? I had a 165 straight 6 which you may have or a small V8. I never ran any lead substitute. Ran good after I got rid of the points and put a pertronix ignition kit in it.

[Line Dancin]

Bob how did you do your rocket launcher. can you send me a couple close up pics. I am trying to figure something out like that.

[N II Deep]

Bob,

you want to run this in your fuel if you fill up at a gas station. this will go for anybody, not just slick's.

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/STABIL-Fuel-Treatment-5EVX7?cm_sp=IO-_-IDP-_-RR_VTV70300505&cm_vc=IDPRRZ1

also look for a zinc additive by Lucas Oil it's like a 8 oz bottle you put in at oil change.

and the boat looks great.....

[hear fishy fishy]

Looks good so far!

[Grant Sadler]

Looks like a sweet ride for it's age Bob,

Lets see more Pic's of the inside looks like a nice combat floor in the back.

[Nailer]

My Tiara is a 1979, The previous owner was using a lead substitute until a mechanic told him he did not need to. Shortly there after he burned up the valve guides.

It was around 78-79 when they motors where designed to not use lead.

[coralee]

Its the Ford 302, 188 hp I believe and I'll get the pics and info to those who asked sometime next week when I get a chance. Thanks for the replies and info.

[Nailer]

Mine is a GM 305. So not sure what ford did.

[DUSTER]

My new chore. Wondering if with this weather I need to fit it with a snowboard.

I'll be interested in any info on maintenance, updates etc for those who know the SS235. Like should I run a lead substitute?

Judging from the looks of your Slickcraft...I'd say its vintage is around 1970 to 74. If that boat has its original motor you will need a lead additive put in each time you get gas at a gas station. I used to buy a additive called VALVE TECH for my 76 28.5 Slickcraft...that boat had twin 1974 350c.i. rated 255 h.p. motors even though the boat had a 1976 mfg date on the hull.

Later on I had a newer 350 installed starboard and new heads installed on other port motor so I did'nt need a lead additive anymore.

[Rascal Trophy Fishing]

Those additives are great if you want to drop a $20 bill for two gas tank fills. I take my smaller boat to a marina that has ethanol free gas, it costs $1/gal. more, but suits the purpose well. You can also go to a small airport and ask if you can fill up on their pump. Takes a bit more trouble, but worth the effort in the end. Ethanol gas will eat up your gas lines, carb., valves, etc., and will require rebuilding much or some of the engine after a few short seasons. Many people have experienced this the past few years and are quite upset. Don't go there please.