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  1. SchiadaJohn

    Pool Question for the Pool Gurus

    Just purchased and moved into new/resale home (new to us), 3 weeks ago. Has nice Gunite/Saltwater pool. Previous owner left me a mess on bottom of pool, as a requirement for closing pool was to be opened and running. Owner did get running and based on first water analysis made a half-a$$ed...
  2. SchiadaJohn

    HO Magnum Ski Repair

    Best method for repairing a crack in HO Magnum ski? Only the bottom is cracked, top is good. Seen recommendations for using JB Weld or Marine Tex, RDP thoughts?
  3. SchiadaJohn

    Starboard Side Trim Tab Not Moving

    Just purchased a Hallett 210, it has the Insta-Trim Tab System and Dana LT 500 Tabs. Issue is the starboard side tab will not move. After some troubleshooting determined issue is in Pump/Motor. Note: The tab was working when demo'd boat before purchase. - Port side Tab moves up and down...
  4. SchiadaJohn

    1979 Schiada 21RC V-Drive "Smokin Joe"

    1979 Schiada 21RC V-Drive. Formerly Known As Smokin Joe With A Long History Of SkI Racing. Converted To A Family Ski Boat In the Early 90's with a Full Floor and Hatch. Rigged By Steve Stenton At Racey Industries. Light Deck Layup. 468 BBC Originally A Brummett Motor Refreshed in 2014 By Lewis...
  5. SchiadaJohn

    1980 Spectra XS For Sale

    SOLD 1980 24' Spectra XS 540 cubic inch 900 HP-Brummett/Race Aero Twin Turbo (pump gas). [/COLOR]Motor is based on GM Bowtie Block with Brodex aluminum heads. The motor was built for durability and longevity by Carson. HP is an estimate per Carson/previous owner and has run 75+ at 775'...
  6. SchiadaJohn

    1965 Chevelle/Malibu Handyman Wagon (2dr)

    This belong to my father who passed away early last year, so I am little vague on some details. Car is in overall good condition, its not a trailer/show queen but makes a great Friday/Saturday night driver. Car is straight and interior is in excellent condistion for its age. 350 SBC with...
  7. SchiadaJohn

    Tech Questions - Boating Related (Steering)

    I need some help on this one: Pulled my dual cable Calgo steering this past winter and shipped to GSM Racing for rebuild, original issue was steering had stiffened/frozen up. This is in a 24' Spectra XS v-drive Now the steering seizes/locks up when turning the steering wheel left on...
  8. SchiadaJohn

    Tight Calgo Steering

    My Spectra v-drive has a Calgo shielded dual cable steering with a quadrant arm attached to the rudder. The steering has tightened up over the winter (from sitting), I pumped grease into the helm (probably 1/2 - 3/4 of sm tube) two weekends ago and it loosened up quite a bit, couldn't turn...
  9. SchiadaJohn

    Spectra Gas Fills

    Sold thanks for looking.
  10. SchiadaJohn

    Misc Parts for Sale

    1.) OJ 13 x 14 prop - $100 2.) 12 x 15 pointy eared prop - $100 3.) Glenwood 12 degree carb wedge - $35 (mounted once and pulled off) 4.) Mr. Gasket carb adapter - $5 5.) Large Neovane Water Pump with new extra impeller - $90 6.) Series 1350 1" driveline coupler - $65 "NEW NEVER USED" 7.)...
  11. SchiadaJohn

    Spectra Windshield Mounting Brackets

    Where can I purchase replacement brackets for mounting the windshield on my 24' XS? The 1980 I have uses the bracket in the center and my 1975 uses the bracket on the right, I need both if they can still be purchased. Thoughts/Recomendations?
  12. SchiadaJohn

    Atwood Coupler

    Anyone have any ideas where I might find a short shock absorber that fits in the Atwood coupler that Spectra installed in the Photographix Trailers? Mine is wore smooth out. Suggestions?
  13. SchiadaJohn

    Hotel in Parker

    Nice Hotel to stay at in Parker that is not to spendy? :thumbsup
  14. SchiadaJohn

    1975 Spectra 24' XS

    Boat is going to new home in Illinois
  15. SchiadaJohn

    New Member

    Dave - Great web site, I have been dropping in for a couple months now but finally jumped on board. Additionally, glad to see that you saved the Spectra site - Brent how you doing? I have two v-drives; 1) 1975 24' Spectra XS and 2) 1973 20' Sanger Mini-Cruiser (?). Spectra has BBC and...
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