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did you just get chain from west marine? G4?I don’t know on gain. I replaced the first week of owning it.
We cruse at 18 MPH when towing the jet boat or the waverunner on the swim platform.
When not towing we run at 20mph.
This is at around 2200 RPM I think. My tachs run a little higher than actual motor RPM.
I can always just replace all the chain I have and move to 300+ foot. However, I’m hesitant to mess with it until having a better understanding on weight distribution. I guess I could always just leave the dinghy behind (it’s approx 300 lbs) hanging on the swim platform and that would make a difference.During my extensive investigation of the 450 and it's successor, the 460 I learned that the 460 did in fact run somewhat bow high in comparison, and that tabs/chain rode were important.
Interestingly, when I upgraded the windlass from the LOFRANS Leopard to the GOOD, replacing nearly 200' chain with rode I believe my performance level increased, but at the time didn't have the Floscans hooked up yet.
Was it the weight or the placement of the weight, who knows.
Just sharing an observation.
If I had the460 i'd likely want to keep the chain...
Seems like there's lots more 460's out there than 450's
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RWS
What tabs did you replace the originals with, specifically?I should also mention, last year after finding a severe electrolysis issue due to stray current at the dock, I had to replace the BENNETT tabs.
The replacement tabs are direct bolt ins, however the running surface is actually 2" longer, providing for more lift than the factory originals.
Can't say for sure, but this may be one of the reasons I'm getting such amazing (to me) fuel economies, with the best numbers being between 2200-2400 RPM (3126 Cats here, 2400 is max continuous rated RPM)
I did some experimentation with tabs on my previous boat and found that extending them and adding dropfins made a tremendous difference in her running attitude AND fuel economy.
I'd bet these longer tabs would make a difference with the 460's series as well.
BEST !
RWS
Looks greatLately I've been asking a lot of questions but figured I'd share a few pictures of the new Hydro deck that I had put on our 460. Hope you enjoy!
I cant remember where I did and it is the one invoice I don't have in my file. It is 5/16did you just get chain from west marine? G4?
I can always just replace all the chain I have and move to 300+ foot. However, I’m hesitant to mess with it until having a better understanding on weight distribution. I guess I could always just leave the dinghy behind (it’s approx 300 lbs) hanging on the swim platform and that would make a difference.
Roger that. thank you so much for the help. Truly appreciatedLooks great
I cant remember where I did and it is the one invoice I don't have in my file. It is 5/16
That looks nice! Did you make your own template? Or did they already have one?Lately I've been asking a lot of questions but figured I'd share a few pictures of the new Hydro deck that I had put on our 460. Hope you enjoy!
Thank you! They used a laser car thing to template and do it. I get no credit other than paying the bill and enjoying the new look.That looks nice! Did you make your own template? Or did they already have one?
See this forum. It has all the 6CTA info you could ever want or need: http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/official-cummins-6cta-450c-thread.77886/Hey guys, great info here, I just picked up a new to me 2001 460 with the Cummins 8.3 6CTA engines, looking for info on what the part numbers for the filters, fuel, water, oil, that are on the engine. I have replacement Raycors but would like more info on the engine mounted filters.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
WOW! Thanks!See this forum. It has all the 6CTA info you could ever want or need: http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/official-cummins-6cta-450c-thread.77886/
you're very welcome.WOW! Thanks!
Before changing the RACOR filters, I could achieve 2430rpm. They were dirty. Primary's are 30 MICRON. It's that simple. I changed them and poof, I then got 2680rpm.Interesting. But maybe your Racor filters had something to do with the performance and they needed changing? Are you running 10 or 30 micron?
Your performance is now similar to our 460.
You can get the removal tool here: https://strutpro.com/product-category/individual-kits/Hello guys, sorry to break into the middle of a discussion. Has anyone changed their cutlass bearings? if so any info on what they used, how they accomplished it etc would be great. FYI I have the 8.3L 6 CTA Cummins and I believe with this combo the 2" prop shafts. Again new boat to me so any help would be appreciated.