Fixing An Old Boat After Sitting 10 Years Chevy Small Block V8 Revival PART TWO

PART TWO: In this video we're taking the 1995 Four Winns Liberator with a Chevy Small Block 350 V8 to the water after it's been sitting for 10 years. Is it ready? no.

[@KylerMcGrath1]

I used to ride like that in my glory days. I would ride with like 3 girls on my boat. All topless. Man I miss those days

[@RumblesBettr]

Weird flex but uh ok cool bruh sure

[@biz1boom]

@IC 680 Nothing about this flex is weird. Lol You must be on testosterone blockers. 🤣

[@yoster77]

I was flinching for the sterndrive every time he put it in gear at that high rpm.. ouch lol

[@TStheBaja272]

The first boat I've been on was a 1986 Liberator that my dad and uncle restored in the early 2000's. My whole childhood was on that boat! Me and my dad even rebuilt the Chevy 350 engine that was inside, I remember hammering the pistons in! So Liberators have always had a special place in my heart. ❤

[@danielgrace7408]

This boat deserves a supercharger 💪💪💪 but check your coil and distributor for that miss fire. This boats pretty cool 👍👍

[@JohnMoyers4]

Definitely would love to see her resurrected back to her glory days. Love the channel and videos.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Thank you John! More on the way!

[@runningraggedranch5086]

Need to clean fuel tank ,rebuild carb an change impeller in outdrive an so long as plugs are good should be runing out at 65 mph no problem I've owned 4 first gen liberators if y want some knowlage if your in FL I'd help ya out no problem an fix it all up very fast

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Thank you! I wish it didn't have the computer ignition crap but it is what it is. Thanks for the advice!!!

[@flexflow180]

I just bought a 201 liberator and its a nice boat so far. However I've been having some overheating problems which I'm trying to diagnose now

[@lawrencefranck9417]

Is there any wood in these boats?

[@TStheBaja272]

@@lawrencefranck9417 Yes

[@keatonhartman5470]

You need to trim the outdrive down when getting up on plane

[@ewan1821]

If you spend a day and do a tune up it will fly. I love the boat!

[@stmiller8427]

Please create some more boat videos. Thanks for sharing this boat. Watching from Los Angeles, CA Steve Miller.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Will do!!!

[@bibl2024]

Agree with "Running Ragged Ranch". I had a similar project my selves. Want to add; change the thermostat + change the plug wire (and perhaps other wires also). 10 years + other years of use before that ... I think its time to change them. The engine respond very slow when you gave full trotle. 350 is quicker than that.

[@willsummers1245]

Clean carb plugs and wires call me in the morning !

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Deal!

[@djcordes4352]

I used to have a 16ft open bow boat as a kid in the late 80s/early 90s. It had a big Mercury and would spank these all day. However it was a wild chine walking ride, but these Liberator owners had a puzzled look on their face.

[@jacquespoirier9071]

i took the time to read the comments, the repairs needed to bring back that boat to its glory are minor, at worse, lifting the heads and have the valves reseated so I can't agree with you about selling a boat if not used for more than 2 years, buying another used boat does not insure you that it will be better than the one you,re selling and you have to start from the beginning, the only exception is if you buy a new or almost new boat. To me, a boat needs to be reliable and safe, no regards to the age of the boat. good video

[@coldwe]

I think we’re brothers. I thought I was only one who didn’t need keys and take tools with you and kill switch was disconnect fuel line and don’t forget a paddle. 😆 we should fix boats together.

[@raphaelbussy6482]

I like the key thing, had a 84 Chevy cavalier, nothing like a boat but I could start it and shut it off without keys in the ignition, I could open the door without keys as well, best car I ever owned!

[@yzfr1lc4sm64]

Very nice project, would only like to take such boats with Volvo penta V8

[@christinewalczak2580]

We have a red 201 liberator . We love it. Has been a great boat.

[@henryh6727]

I had a 1992 special edition red liberator 201 , 4 bucket seats with a 454 that boat moved great boat .

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Oh wow!!!

[@MasterMotoTv]

awesome video!!! you had me laughing "Come on baby!! Im turning her around" hahaha

[@zechariahhill7724]

ADJUST YOUR TRIM!!!!!

[@keatonhartman5470]

Thats what I was thinking that boats trimmed way to high to get on plane

[@justinArk-Box]

Max speed is trimm up a few degrees

[@johnmrbartlett]

Trim the stern drive down, clean the gas tank, rebuild carb, full tube up, oil change and you have a bad ass boat

[@tedlarocque9747]

Even when running perfectly. Witch it's not lol. It will only do 50mph on gps.

[@RPmotorcars]

Yep I had the same boat back in the early 90's best ever ran was 53 with me and 1/4 tank of fuel

[@runningraggedranch5086]

Carb is definitely plugged up from sitting 10 years

[@runningraggedranch5086]

In vidio your ay full power doing maybe 25 just up on plane she moves way faster then that promiss

[@runningraggedranch5086]

Ya sound like ya only got 2 barrel out of the 4 on the carb work n an sounds like bad plugs too

[@slickfixjeff]

Check your timing with a light...my boat ran like crap at WOT. When I timed it to spec it all cleared up

[@msinclaircorp4571]

of course we want to be restored like new!!, nice boat!!! take care of here please!!

[@brandonleckie8548]

That carb has had wayyyy better days 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Right you are!

[@bradduczek6981]

nice boat.... restore it.....would e fun to watch...

[@Meirele]

Wonderful boat. It deserved a new engine and new upholstery.

[@Wingnut353]

its just not adjusted correctly... the carb and probably distributor need a tune up most likely is all.

[@Matt82]

Gives me confidence in mine. It sat for 5 years,

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

As long as it's winterized right, you should be fine!

[@00700556]

Rebuilding carb, changing plugs, distributor cap, ESA switches, and possibly ESA module you should be fine. They’re pretty easy to work on. You didn’t come out of gear because the ESA isn’t working. You’ve probably already done this though lol

[@emersonmoore354]

Can't wait for part 3! Would love full restoration!

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

I know but unfortunately I do not own this boat, I can only do what I can with the budget given to me!

[@elvissurman8079]

I love boats,I can no longer afford one,could do a project boat.

[@westmonroe-r1v]

That boat would look better in my garage love that thing.

[@jgott1745]

Any new videos coming? Would love to see it cleaned up more and tuned up as much as possible.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Unfortunately it's not worth it 😕

[@TheKing-nu4fk]

@@ENFEbbnFlow it is worth it and would hardly cost anything at all lol

[@Bierdaddy1]

😮

[@codymartin28]

Points and condenser need replaced. Then when carb issues are taken care of, idle can be turned down to 600-650 in gear. If shift assist is working, you shouldn't have trouble getting it out of gear.

[@justinArk-Box]

Time chain cause the no stop when key off my friend? My regal does that v6

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Thanks!

[@frankgdo3532]

I can imagine a LS1 swap in that 😎😎😎

[@mmarch8050]

70mph lol yeah right

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Maybe in its prime who knows!

[@GuessWho785]

Your boat is awesome, I would love to have a twin to it. I would like to see progress made on your boat.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Thank you!!!!

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Awesome input, thanks for sharing.

[@billythekid5196]

Did u trim it down ? Lil button on Handel of throttle

[@jeffperrault8340]

It's amazing that thing even ran at all.. throw that carb away and buy a new Holley mechanical secondary carb.. but it's definitely not a 70mph boat tho.

[@RumblesBettr]

I was thinking the same thing. 60mph seems more realistic

[@rederickrederick1513]

Have you considered working on the boat first ?!?!

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

That actually doesn't make much sense because I am working on a boat, this one! And what's a better boat to get my hands dirty than this one? Thanks for the comment!

[@thieltech1]

Well first off any boat sitting 10years will need the carburetor cleaned and rebuilt. 2nd make sure the ignition switch and gear selector works before putting in water Lol Amauter hour 😂 But we all gotta start some where lol

[@Hosstyle.]

Where you at with the Four Winns? Any update? Enjoyed the videos. This is my kinda thing. Well done!

[@darrellcoy]

Just have the carb cleaned / tuned and i bet it would be a whole different animal. It did have some blow-by out of what looked like the PCV in the last video but still a healthy enough sounding motor. Dont try to perfect it. Detail, sort some mechanicals and take it out!

[@ncurc9766]

Anyone who has bought an old tired boat has experienced this before lol

[@delorispoindexter5663]

Did you do a comp test.sounds like no comp in a jug or two.cuz when you turn it over it has flat spots.the cam is prob wore out

[@rxlo1062]

Excellent video 👍

[@brentdoege6266]

Glad to see you're optimism but you have some work and a little cash to spend before that boat is ready for the water. Don't give up get it done and then have fun!

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

yup!

[@krampp24]

Putting it into gear like that at high idle is a sure fire way to destroy the gears in the drive

[@carlostrevino5576]

I have a Four Winns 220 Horizon. Same exact interior. I have the 5.8L 351.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Sweet!

[@BuzzLOLOL]

I have a 21' Slickcraft bowrider with 233 HP Mercruiser 351W 5.8L pumped up to 425 HP...

[@anthonysigler3838]

Had that boat had Ethanol gas, sitting in the carburetor, she'd never started

[@eds1990sporty]

Boat should never have been in the water and tia service everything on it

[@justinArk-Box]

I wouldn't went around 2.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

If it floats, it boats!

[@johnhicks9529]

Take A can of WD-40.,or some PB BLASTER in spray can for your key switch.& cables on open waters use.

[@Bierdaddy1]

So get it to turn over, replace plugs, put it in water and hope? What could possibly go wrong? 🤦‍♂️ Happy you made it back to the dock. Sad you’re not doing anything else with it.

[@floridaflyfishing3457]

your port side didnt look like it was pushing any water or not much just a bunch of steam when underway.

[@paulym5814]

Sounds like bad gas.or it’s vapor locking from not venting the tank? Maybe change the points and plugs.

[@bee2333]

😂I was in that water two weeks ago. My fast idle control thing broke and I was turtling back to the ramp. This was at 11pm. Still working on her. Got it for $700 and currently rebuilding carbs. I live in Northfield. When are you normally at the ramp?

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Weekends in the morning on any nice day with low wind!!!

[@kachetrease84]

I like the boat, it would look great with a really good cut and buff and bring the fibreglass back to life. And a couple other adjustments to the motor, and clean some other things up it will be a beautiful boat. If you want to sell it let me know.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Cool idea

[@Ace-cj9ve]

We have a boat four winns 205 sundowner we havnt used it for like 4 years but we winterize it when we use it and we start it up every so often and it starts up just fine mostly because we lost the car we towed it with

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Keep using it!

[@madmanmechanic8847]

I do marine repair for a living and you hit on some good topics if you cannot do the work yourself on these older boats the repair will out strip the value of the boat. That needs a new control box and cables the carb rebuilt major tune up oil and filter and change out the water pump they will go out with out warning. Also change the gear lube . Pump and flush out the fuel tank and new fuel filters and a deep clean after that you will have a kick ass boat. The reason the engine back fired it the carb is plugged up and is running lean. The Holy has a diaphragm for the secondary's either its blown or the secondary's are rusted shut they will no open up nice boat I hope you got a good deal on it can I ask you how much you paid yes get it going don't let it rot

[@TheCamaro5]

Its all in how you store it. Leaving them outside uncovered is the worst.

[@domfalson1561]

Bring it back to life old is cool I have the same boat if you sell it I'm a buyer just saying 🤗

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Sounds good!!!

[@johnhicks9529]

Ya you should because it will resale for close to what is was new.& you add on your costs of replacement parts list in the bill of sale. That's if you don't keep for yourself to use all of the time.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Resale value will never, ever even come close to what these were new. They're currently selling for $15k in elite condition. They were something like $70k brand new considering inflation.

[@tddnenc]

u should of cleaned out the carb and filters plugs and carb before taking that out u got lucky as Hell

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

YEEEEHAAA!!!!

[@chrisfowler7380]

You broke cardinal rule #1 to boating ... Never untie from the dock until the engine is running !! Rebuild the carb, empty and refill the fuel tank, change the gear oil in the drive, complete tune up

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

It was running! Just shut off!

[@marksmith6634]

The best thing you could do is throw away that holly carburetor and get a Eddelbroc performer, they are a lot more reliable!

[@egit194]

your prop is still up!

[@richcandella9154]

worth fixing

[@grasscutter88]

sounds like it needs the carbs cleaned out lol

[@swte82]

Maybe just donate it to charity and call it a day?

[@richcandella9154]

engines both done and redo interior my way

[@kalebmcphail7675]

My old boat backfired like that and found out the motor was junk in it.

[@Matt12213]

I think I know that boat yard

[@stmiller8427]

The 2 boat videos were great. Will there be another video?

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Yes! Currently filming more videos for a Vespa scooter, and another boat! Stay tuned!

[@philf4086]

5:25 - uh, better turn back to the launch. You had to know there was a problem with the ignition switch. At 3:10 you turned it off briefly and the boat didn't shut down.

[@christopherhampson265]

Oh Baby !!!!!!

[@runningraggedranch5086]

An if linkage is greased an carb is rebuilt there is a gear cable kill switch that interups motor for split second to slow it to share ft in an out of gear if not working won't shift I can fix that boat nice I've fixed um up from sitting way longer if buy it if price is right an I'd restore it can show you many boats I restored from liberators to huge cabin flybridge boats don't drive the boat till the impeller in outdrive is new an carb rebuilt at least if you run it the way I seen the cooling system acting from first vid with temp gun. That system is not moveing enough water at all you will blow the motor I've been building boats 30 years so need good info hit me up

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

wow thanks for the advice!!! Very good information. We've winterized it, but I think I might take it back to the water next year.

[@runningraggedranch5086]

@@ENFEbbnFlow we'll hook up with me an I'll get it right for ya

[@haydenneuendorf764]

Resurrect this boat please!

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

It's not my boat but hopefully see it again soon!

[@johnhoward5348]

U need to clean the carbrator and service throttle cables

[@scottyduz13]

Yo man I just got a boat for free three years out in the pine land of New Jersey lol would you be interested in coming to help me get it started ? We can get some good footage also

[@bigmeaney555]

Bro...get rid of it before you blow that junk outdrive. I left a comment on your first video. Liberators are great boats but you want a mercruiser 350 with an Alpha 1 outdrive. The OMC version is shit. I'm trying to save you a whole lot of headaches.

[@tehsnipatres208]

Is that one of the reasons why OMC went out of business? I’ve been looking at buying a Liberator (I live in Michigan, so these are easy to find) but everyone keeps telling me to avoid any with the King Cobra engines. Which from what I’ve noticed…is most of them lol

[@bigmeaney555]

@@tehsnipatres208 I'm not sure why they went out of business. Liberators are a great small boat and there are plenty of them out there with the small block Alpha 1 combo. Most of the big block boats have the Ford 460 Kink Cobra combo. Avoid any boat that has anything OMC. Even if someone tries to give you the boat for free...don’t take it. ✌

[@tehsnipatres208]

@@bigmeaney555 is it more expensive to do an engine swap? Can you go that route at least? I mean shit if I’m offered a Liberator for free…& the bitch ain’t running, I’ll yank that King Cobra bullshit out & throw a MerCruiser in there.

[@codyprevatte8285]

@@tehsnipatres208 engine wise there isn't any difference with the long block of omc, vp, or merc. Change the outdrive and some bolt ons and you will be good to go. No point in buying a dressed long block if you don't have to.

[@TacoCrisma]

Can confirm. I had a 241 with a 460 omc and it was near impossible to find anyone who would work on it. Best thing I ever did was sell it.

[@Quinn-Craft]

Is there a part 3?

[@mennoboon8037]

Nice boat, needs some work still... Or sold it now?

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

I might get it running again and make another video! Stay tuned!

[@mrsrx4584]

I'll buy that boat there getting hard to find

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Maybe!

[@TheRealKRUE]

You figure out why it was stuck in gear?

[@ЖакИвКусто-ь6ц]

💪👍👍👍👍

[@mmarch8050]

you need to find yourself an old daycruiser.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Yes I do!

[@brendagarcia3712]

dude that motor is only running on 4 to 5 cylinders you really have to put plugs and wirers on it don't sound like the timing is out

[@thatoutboardguy3516]

You gotta put your tilt and trim down

[@kylephillips4022]

Just so ya know them hatches are 1000 bucks each.. be nice to it lol.

[@Boss_Man-kh5fr]

Get a new Edelbrock 4 barrel for that and it will run way better

[@saddletramp7215]

Then sell it asap,it has an OMC drive in it!

[@TheCustomEverythingChannel]

Carb needs to be rebuilt and cleaned

[@ajedwards1552]

Can we see more videos on this please?

[@grasscutter88]

is it misfiring?

[@amtoniastamp8729]

Update on that 350 sbc

[@beefcakes27]

What happened to this? 😕 Hopefully you're not just paying storage.

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Hey there, it's actually not my boat. I was just given a few bucks to get it going but the owner didn't want to fully restore it. Honestly I wouldn't either, it's just not worth it in the end.

[@Yourowner]

GG

[@paulrobberts1527]

Whole 9 yards

[@theholidayboy543]

Rookie

[@ENFEbbnFlow]

Loser

[@jonathanrenova738]

Like how my two stroke boat motor picks up faster then that

[@krampp24]

Timing is slightly off thats why its sluggish getting on plane..... that and your idle is waaaay too high