22-2 CCP questions, fuel burn on tiwns and extra fuel capacity.

[Capt. Bob]

Well he wasn't known as "Slick" for short without good cause.

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=3225.msg20694#msg20694

[jdupree]

Crossing the hoses does sound like a good idea.  The main problem is the access.  You basically would have to cut out the splash well to gain access to the hoses where they connect underneath the deck. 

Both of mine were leaking and that is why I waited until the transom was replaced to address that.  The access was not there to even replace the hoses normally.

[Midcap]

Crossing the hoses does sound like a good idea.  The main problem is the access.  You basically would have to cut out the splash well to gain access to the hoses where they connect underneath the deck. 

Both of mine were leaking and that is why I waited until the transom was replaced to address that.  The access was not there to even replace the hoses normally.

I did notice how the bilge access was non existent. I plan on making it much more accessible when I enclose my transom.

[Midcap]

I was able to make my temporary transom plate yesterday, I will try to post pics tomorrow.

Quick question, the stringers are foam filled glass and only issues are the foam holding water? Is there any wood in there?

[Capt. Bob]

I don't think we've seen much wood (some has shown up in early model Aquas) in stringers, especially CCPs but never say never. Wet foam is usually the biggest complaint.

Good luck.

[Midcap]

Thanks capt bob, I'm hoping there's no wood in my stringers, I'll find out soon enough.

[Midcap]

Here's the plate I made to stiffen the transom to hold me over until next season

[Midcap]

I added my trim tabs to the boat today, now I just need to wife them in. Tonight I also had to remove the console and fuel tank hatch so I could remove old bolts holding my old seat pedestals to the floor. I'll be putting in. Leaning post instead.

Hopefully tomorrow I'll have my engine installed, tabs installed and leaning post installed.

Interestingly enough, I am pretty sure I'll have to replace all the floor. Not a big issue since I need to record the fuel tank cover and fix up the console.

[jdupree]

You will love trim tabs on that hull.  They make it ride like a bigger hull.  Well worth the expense!

[Midcap]

You will love trim tabs on that hull.  They make it ride like a bigger hull.  Well worth the expense!

That's very true, Once you have a boat with tabs you never go back to not having them.

[heatherwood11]

I know this is an old post, but I thought I would post this for people considering repowering.  I have a 1985 222 CCP and just re-powered with a Yamaha 200 4 stroke (from the old Johnson 235).  The weight of the new motor was about 90 pounds more than the old Johnson (from what I recall when checking specs).  We just took it out this weekend and we definitely had a problem with water coming in the scuppers.  With a couple of heavier guys near the back...when standing on one side, we were taking on water.  if the weight was properly distributed, we didn't have a problem.  The front definitely sits up higher as a result of the additional weight.  We are having the batteries moved from the transom to underneath the center console to help move that 100 pounds (or so) forward.  We are also plugging the transom live well to avoid all of that water weighing down the back end.  Probably will plug the scuppers when in use as well because we still had some clearance and we really didn't have much of a risk of water coming over the transom.  However, I am concerned about getting swamped if we have to come off of the gas suddenly (I feel this is a real concern).  I worry about someone driving my boat for me and doing this.  The weight problem may be helped by the two things I mentioned above...but am concerned until I try it out.  I wish I had enclosed the transom and bought the right length motor shaft instead of buying the 25" shaft and sticking with the original transom configuration.  Only option now (with this expensive motor on the back) if what I'm trying doesn't work, is to enclose the transom and buy a bracket.  Love the new motor and hope that my plan will work... will see.

[Woodeneye]

My dilemma exactly. I'm moving the batteries forward, criss crossing the cockpit drain hoses, sealing the bait well & crossing my fingers.

[Woodeneye]

I know this is an old post, but I thought I would post this for people considering repowering.  I have a 1985 222 CCP and just re-powered with a Yamaha 200 4 stroke (from the old Johnson 235).  The weight of the new motor was about 90 pounds more than the old Johnson (from what I recall when checking specs).  We just took it out this weekend and we definitely had a problem with water coming in the scuppers.  With a couple of heavier guys near the back...when standing on one side, we were taking on water.  if the weight was properly distributed, we didn't have a problem.  The front definitely sits up higher as a result of the additional weight.  We are having the batteries moved from the transom to underneath the center console to help move that 100 pounds (or so) forward.  We are also plugging the transom live well to avoid all of that water weighing down the back end.  Probably will plug the scuppers when in use as well because we still had some clearance and we really didn't have much of a risk of water coming over the transom.  However, I am concerned about getting swamped if we have to come off of the gas suddenly (I feel this is a real concern).  I worry about someone driving my boat for me and doing this.  The weight problem may be helped by the two things I mentioned above...but am concerned until I try it out.  I wish I had enclosed the transom and bought the right length motor shaft instead of buying the 25" shaft and sticking with the original transom configuration.  Only option now (with this expensive motor on the back) if what I'm trying doesn't work, is to enclose the transom and buy a bracket.  Love the new motor and hope that my plan will work... will see.

BTW what did you end up doing with your old Johnson 235? I have the same old motor, which still runs ok.

[heatherwood11]

I let Mike's Marine in Panacea Florida have it.  Kind of stinks as i had the carbs re-built when I bought the boat last Fall, but it was too difficult to keep running (had to start at full throttle)...would shut off at low/idle speed until it was warm, and the steering mechanism kept coming loose. 

[Woodeneye]

With the benefit of a few extra years since this thread was started what do people think the minimum comfortable horsepower is for a 1981 222 CCP? i.e. 20 degree vee.