Why I Chose LS Power For My Yacht

[@Chopped86]

Just LS swap the comments section.

[@reddirtproductions3383]

I agree with this

[@behindthebuild8749]

bahaha love it!

[@lexus_offroad_adventures]

Behind The Build yeah man, don’t listen to those fools. I’ve been negative before and you actually reacted to it and I felt bad because I never expected you to read it. It really is just about getting attention to be honest. I’m changing my online behavior as I mature. The bottom line is that we are along for the ride for YOUR adventures. No reason for you not to be 100% confident.

[@kylehanna522]

Hahaha, perfect fit :)

[@Tziolas1992]

Had a good giggle at this one haha fuck the haters and keep being awesome 💜

[@Voevoden]

Just remember there are a plethora of us who are having a blast with the content as is ... we're all still learning and having fun. Keep it up!

[@AnalogDave]

We are the silent majority. I come here to be entertained and watch the creative process.

[@Droptima15]

100%. I personally wouldve kept it with the standard engine, especially when he wouldnt cut holes in the boat for "resale value". The engine swap does more to hurt that. If you're gonna engine swap, who cares where speakers go at that point. But I still enjoy seeing it, although I do prefer the car stuff.

[@Voevoden]

@@Droptima15 That was my suggestion when he first asked. Thought Hell Rebuild and spend on additions ... shocking, but can't wait to see the outcome!!

[@PeteJacksonPapasVlogs]

I love the creative process. You have my support on this.

[@danielreyes-vd8hf]

This times 100000000x

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

To be fair, you asked what you should do and just about every single comment said rebuild or put diesels back in.

[@tommyers1106]

Maybe because he said that before he had done any research! He wanted some intelligent feedback obviously he's not getting it!

[@ratj4715]

@@tommyers1106 And he still wrong.

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

@@tommyers1106 you’re joking right? KZbin isn’t live TV. That boat is finished and has been for a long time.

[@macheifach]

He was asking for opinions. The more options you see, the better your choice can become.

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

@@macheifach You don't actually believe that they care or need the opinions of the comment section do you? Ill tell you a little secret, these videos are not live, whatever question they are asking, they already know the answer to it and the only reason they ask questions is so they get more comments and likes. comments and likes get their videos more popular and show up on peoples feeds. they know about the LS swap long before the videos went out.

[@stephenmoncrieff2056]

I’m a licensed automotive technician in Canada . Been in the trade for almost 29 years . And I love watching you because you are honest . If you don’t know something , you admit it . If you are experimenting and it doesn’t work out , you admit it . As a professional I have not had many issues with what you are doing . Please keep doing what you do . It’s entertaining , it’s informative , and a whole lot of fun .

[@bagelhunt]

Where are you a tech at so I know where to never bring my boat

[@winkiiiie]

@@bagelhunt yeah people just did a 180 now that our buddy seemed a little sad in this video. I think he should be called out for taking such a shitty decision. Im now convinced (even after is little drama story) that texas speed were going to build him motors and the diesel vs gasser was just a skit to generate activities on his video. You cant have that many people lead you to the right decision and still go with the ls without hidden reason. Either that or B is for brain dead

[@stephenmoncrieff2056]

He just talked about people being dicks in the comment section and here you are proving him correct .

[@winkiiiie]

@@stephenmoncrieff2056 well some people just dont understand when spoken in a nice manner. Idc its his money its just the dumbest road he could take. I have a 35footer with 2 502 big block in ( getting a new one this winter as one blew) and let me tell you big blocks for marine application are trash. Yeah they go fast and roar like crazy but its literally the worst thing you can put in your yacht. Dont care if you call me a dick he is making a big mistake and time will show you. I understand its his stuff but if he wants to do it right on the first try its not looking too good.

[@stephenmoncrieff2056]

Thomas I wasn’t meaning you being a dick , it was bluesuits comment at me .

[@duarteandrade7880]

It's like Jared from Wrench every day says: "always make questionable choices" :v Chris, Kudos to your for taking your time to explain what's behind your choice. One thing is for sure, it'll generate way more interesting content to adapt everything to and LS engine, than to simply replace the engine with another 903. I'll be looking forward to see this series

[@72277rolling]

I personally can’t wait to see how it all comes together.

[@trevorsprakes5260]

It's your project not theirs. Do the research and do what you think is right. Go for it.

[@gabekiakojori2392]

Let’s remember this isn’t Chris’s first boat. The amphibious E46 was an absolute masterpiece

[@ioney_at]

Yout comment made me laugh way to much.

[@ADSImagens]

AHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA nice touch

[@MacGyverHatesGuns]

Good for you man! Thoughts on slapping some turbos on those LSX’s?

[@richardbertram9192]

But more than likely his last

[@Eeruby]

“Take chances, make mistakes and get messy” -Miss Frizzle

[@MrMcNorm]

Highly underrated comment!

[@nsn876]

This comment is my childhood in a nutshell

[@PlsBlake]

Miss Frizzle dropped some absolute bangers of quotes. That’s gotta be my favorite.

[@tallpaull9367]

exactly, you should try throwing 4x Prius hybrid engines in there. boom !

[@MrMcNorm]

@@tallpaull9367 hmm, along g those lines he should use Toyota truck engines... If you can't kill a Toyota, and a boat is guaranteed to kill gas engines... what kind of paradox might we find? Maybe we break physics?

[@beau8601]

*squinting because the sun is in his eyes* wears cap backwards*

[@GreatLakesLogger]

That's what a douche does

[@tommyers1106]

And b****** like you two got nothing better to do!

[@philer]

you're a hater if you suggest he wears sunglasses

[@darinbicknell8712]

And LS swaps a big boat...

[@Zankaroo]

@@tommyers1106 It is a legit comment. Yes hats are fashion accessories but they do have a function that came first, helping to keep the sun out of your eyes. And given the shadows it looks like it is 12pm +/-1 hour so even his flat bill would block the sun. If he had his sun glasses then w/e wear your hat backwards, but don't complain about the sun in your eyes when you have a hat on backwards doing nothing to block the sun. Hell before I got correctional glasses I wore sun glasses and a hat I because didn't like the level of protection I got out of either alone. And ever sense I got correctional glasses they have had transition lens which I love and honestly think should just be standard feature for glasses at this point.

[@richiewong1]

Never mind the engines, I’m waiting for F is for Fishing now!

[@behindthebuild8749]

lol i suck at fishing but im going to keep trying!

[@richiewong1]

Behind The Build just a good excuse to cruise with rods out the back and drink beer all day.

[@ItsComicKid]

I didn’t realize people were so mad about this my only thing was the resale value on the boat after you LS swap it but I don’t particularly care about the resell value to be honest it’s not my boat I’m here for entertainment and LS swapping a boat is the type of content I’m subbed for

[@DuartJansen]

Agreed!

[@plageran]

Like he said in the previous video, no point in spending money on engines that cost more than the boat, may as well get a new boat then

[@blewyd]

@@plageran Sometimes it is worth it. He bought the boat to be fixed up in the first place.

[@Useitorloseit1]

Hi Chris, love your channel. Like everyone else, been a boater all my life. Diesel boats for a reasonable price are somewhat rare in the pacific northwest, but I like diesel. My first afordable diesel boat I built myself. Purchased a 22' Thunderbird Trihull, with an Inboard outboard. Fiberglass’ ed up the hole, used my dad’s Tow truck to pull a 6.2 diesel from a truck. Bought a pair of used marine chevy 305 /5L V8's with velvet drives. The running one was sold for what the pair cost. Bought some 6.2L diesel manifolds from Osco. Made my own risers, used all the other marine components from the bad 305 including the bell housing and Velvet drive. Had to cut a little slot in the bellhousing for the starter. Did some basic math, mounted a shaft strut, shaft and Propeller. Paid a guy that had access to a crane truck $75 to lift the engine into the boat in my Ballard house, back yard. Launched the thing, using it to commercial fish Crayfish in Lake Washington for 2 years. Sold a lot of Crayfish to Jakes in Portland. Did the same thing again to a 1985 25' Bayliner flybridge in 2007, only this time, used the Volvo outdrive. I've also owned and like gas boats and sailboats. Sailed our 44' Hardin Voyager with the family, around Vancouver island, twice. You are going to find out what some people have been telling you about torque of gas and diesel is true. The numbers just don't do the facts justice. That said, it doesn’t matter, you are spot on with your logic. When people talk about boat fuel economy. Does not make sense to measure boat economy by mpg. Your gas boat is going to get less than 1 mile per gallon, if you slow down for better mileage, it will steer like shit. When the wife and I married 35 years ago we lived and Honeymoon on a 31' Fairliner. Had twin Chrysler V8's, 1 mpg. Boat fuel economy for 90% of us should be measured by fuel used per season. Most people spend more money on a month or two's moorage then they do a seasons fuel!!!!! Unless those engines from Texas are putting out some huge HP, probably won’t see 50 mph. Look at similarly sized Tiara’s, Stamas, Pursuits and the like to compare.

[@omaratra5220]

If you want to break the internet, you should rotary swap it 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@darrelldarrell1447]

Lol

[@dvontestreeter3379]

😂😂

[@cafe88racer53]

Oo, double four diritos lol. First eight rotor boat! Do it!

[@YorksDashCam]

He said they actually wanted to use it at some point :p

[@muskokamike127]

a 12 rotor!! lol

[@cheesepizza87]

“I don’t feel I’m doing a good job of explaining this” “I’m no scientist” Chris I’ve been here since before you lost your job, DO YOU ! You’ve had great success being yourself, I’m here for you as much as the builds, no other yt’er gave us “D is for drunk” in a hotel room, we need another Disney land vlog already

[@bigjoe420666]

Same!!!!😆😆😆😆

[@nobilisinstrumento]

THIS. GET IT, CHRIS!!!!

[@BurpleRX7]

2 steps from alcoholism, everyone needs to have a dry month just to make sure they are ok

[@Lordbignall]

Preach..been here since plan b

[@MrAmoRay]

"D is for drunk" LOL!!!! ROFL!! ROFLMAO!!

[@FarmsVilla]

Chris it’s your bucks and it’s your boat. Do whatever the hell you want! I for one will be watching all the way. 👊🏻

[@zx6rHooligan]

If he wants to do whatever he wants he shouldn’t ask the audience what their opinions are. And then complain about picking the bad options out of his selection and getting roasted for it

[@Lunar-Junkie]

I was on the fence about you doing a LS swap, but then I remembered that it’s not my boat and that you can put any engine in the boat and I’ll still enjoy watching the video on it.

[@Relinthice]

You do what you do. im here just watching some american entertaining me with nice build projects. keep up the great content

[@sumpjunkie]

Mate, I don't where to start, however you scare the sh1t out of me and most other folks that have some idea on marine propulsion systems. Your gas engines will work somewhat if you put the higest ratio gear box that you can put behind the ew engines and a couple of egg beaters for props. When repowering a boat look at the current shaft power and speed, the prop does not give a sh1t if you have a vt903 or a flux capacitor turning it, it just needs x amount of power at x amount of rpm You have 450hp at 2800 rpm, let's say you have a 2:1 ratio , this gives you shaft speed of 1400rpm. You need to try and get this shaft speed with the new engine and transmission combo.. You will struggle finding the ratio so you will more than likely need new props. IMO A couple of second hand 6cta 450hp Cummins would of been the cheapest fix However I for one want to see you give this a crack as it is something I don't think I will ever see again Good luck

[@markzelinski4434]

If it “Scares” you that bad don’t watch.. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@danzilla3223]

Don't comment this, because he'll think you're toxic 😂

[@troymeadows68]

He’s right. You’ll need new props. Dealt with this personally when I replaced my dead big block with a higher horsepower small block. I Like your videos. Sorry bout the hate... Some people are dogging you because you’re not too familiar with marine applications and lingo. You’re doing fine. Love to watch you while you’re learning.

[@SkypowerwithKarl]

Perhaps it may be more fun to watch him learn the hard way. Most have no idea how well matched marine propulsion components are. My favorite pass time now is watching the epic fail of electric dives on boats. Range and cost nightmare. Hang a nice quiet little 9-20hp Suzuki four stroke with the right prop on a bracket and get 30 times the range at one sixth the cost and no 8 hour recharge with high current shore power LOL. It’s a fad, it’ll pass.

[@splixsky]

thanks for making this video, was super informative and super interesting. i never knew anyone could hold my attention for 20+ minutes by just talking about engines but you proved me wrong

[@tylercoan]

Gasoline is less efficient, but you're also spending $40,000 less on engines. Buys a lot of gas.

[@tallpaull9367]

ya, makes sense. E-Boat will work better in a couple of years

[@henrymatthews9365]

@@tallpaull9367 yeah maybe when someone offers an energy regen system that powered by waves strapped to the boat.

[@mag4633]

Battery tech will be amazing soon Also, Super Capacitor tech is about to go apeshit crazy too

[@muskokamike127]

lol 40 days worth lol.......I am actually looking forward for the first time he pulls out of the dock, putters out of the harbour and goes to put it up on plane....."do we have a fuel leak or something? why is the gas gauge dropping so fast"? lol My boat weighed half as much and when I went to go up on plane I could see the needle on my 55 gallon tank moving......(single 454)

[@muskokamike127]

@Lassi Kinnunen $40K vs the $80K he said the cost of diesels were.

[@NREPerformance]

Your boat. Your money. But, a lot of the “negative” comments in that video were valid. There was a lot of individuals commenting very knowledgeable statements. You seem like a pretty smart dude, who learns fast. But you really need to learn the marine world and the diesel world before making this decision. This entire video is full of misinformation. Time will tell.

[@willb3018]

Yes. Knowledgeable.

[@1one3_Racing]

He got me at "Cummins knew they were junk so stopped production" They literally still make these things. Have been making them for 50 YEARS!

[@mo-hammadabunaser1367]

I don't think he has lots of time, the dry-docking isn't cheap

[@tomhutchins1046]

@@1one3_Racing The problem they are having is emissions so they cant supply them for some application's especially in the UsA. Its a good engine with decent maintenance plug up the cooling system with a Broken impeller and run it till it stops and you get junk

[@1one3_Racing]

@@tomhutchins1046 imaging if you junked every truck engine that scored a liner and blew a head gasket. Or worse, replaced it with an LS! I can't see the LS swap not working, but I really think it's complicating a simple situation and going to be costly. He always says $80,000 to stay diesel but I don't know where he is getting those figures. He only needs 1 903 and you could find a good reco one for $30k. Probably less because, you know, America. It would be a slip in affair and he could be off the dry dock. DeBoss offered him a reconditioned pair and it would have been a sight less than 80k. Plus DBG engines would likely by high torque at around 1200 instead of the claimed 800 his current engines have. Double his LS swap anyway.

[@butwhatdoiknow5115]

I've worked in the marine industry as an engineer for a while and it's interesting to watch your project so well done on being ambitious and trying things, interested to see what happens but it's still definitely unconventional how you're doing things. Italian yachts are notorious for bad access to the engines, one vessel I've worked on you needed to remove part of the exhaust to clean the sea strainers (it was a big boat). For someone doing small day trips or weekend use like you (it seems) it's possibly not such a big deal BUT if you consider doing a few days at sea (like 6 weeks crossing across an ocean on a sailboat) or something like that Diesels are still the conventional way for vessels, many small sailboats are using old tractor engines, for the type of boat you have your prices you got sound like a lot. Yanmar engines are one of my favorites, john deere also pretty good if they are properly maintained. I urge you to take the time to get a maintenance guide or book for boats firstly and engines separately to get a better idea of what maintenance you need to do. if you're serious about everything, there is a lot you have to do to look after that engine, it's not like a car that you just start and go. In Marine engines your cooling system is imperative, In fact we check for cooling each time we start any engine. One thing you do on bigger engines is to send off the oil samples each time you do a change, they tell you exactly what is in there and if you see high sodium or something you know seawater is coming in from a seal etc. No guessing that way, it also tells you if your engine is degrading or any major signs of wear. Some ideas to make your life easier with your current situation, try install a oil suction system that attaches to your sump so you just turn a valve and pump out the oil if access is still an issue, most bigger boats have that and sounds like something you might like. Try visually inspect the diesel tanks you've got, they'll need to be cleaned too but now that the boat is apart that might be a good idea. And don't forget anodes on your new engine somewhere, don't know where you will fit those but most marine engines have anodes somewhere that are periodically changed relative to the hours, a lot of other things I could get into. Because the boat is out the water, look for other routine maintenance that has to be done out the water while it's out. Can't see a lot of stuff on camera but anodes need to be replaced every now and then, the antifouling as well if you not planning on hauling out again. Inspect your through hull fittings especially as they eventually fail on boats that age often if they are brass or something like that, you don't want old dodgy fittings around. Good luck :D

[@ethanelmore9030]

look at this humble man sharing his information and experiences in an orderly way.

[@HunterB23]

@@ethanelmore9030 indeed, wish more (actually knowledgeable) commenters took this approach- which due to the length- I believe often times get overlooked by the creators.. firm believer that positive reinforcement through explanation is often times the best method to help influence more so (uneducated -myself included in this case-) individuals taking on a technical task.

[@Oscar_SMT]

Thanks for the information.

[@badinternetporn4704]

A lot of people outside the boat world don't really understand marine centric brands. Yanmar is probably an unknown brand to the B is for build crew while Cummins is well known and this is probably why they didn't price them and their only alternative pricing was Volvo. From my perspective there are advantages to Cummins and Volvo engines for very big boats but this boat is not that. A 440mhp class Yanmar with the right transmission and prop setup would probably push that boat just fine. But it's definitely a weaker option on paper, and the math required to figure that out sucks for people who are unfamiliar.

[@butwhatdoiknow5115]

@@badinternetporn4704 fair Comment. familiarity and experience is definitely a big part of your decisions. It ultimately depends on the vessel and intention of the owner, go Google a boat called the world is not enough if you Want to see something overboard. I've been on a 30 meter vessel that uses more litres per hour but roughly same power as a 75 meter vessel, a much smaller engine would have been fine on the smaller boat. The sizes sound like a small difference but one boat was Fibre glass and one aluminum, many decks and gross tonnage difference of about 1000 GT. The 30 meter had 3 turbos per engine and higher rpm mtu engine but the bigger one had bigger cat engines at lower rpm. So it's like you say sometimes the math and that is another story, boats can be odd in that way!

[@jjmarz1001]

I stopped second guessing you after what you did with the 240Z.

[@cookeh645]

That's really true!

[@brx3649]

The 240 brought me here.

[@runehestbech2932]

same, ma dude, i Fully trust Chris, when he does things its gonna work out in some way :D

[@DelTalkoh]

Are you saying this because the 240z was rushed because of SEMA and put together half assed?

[@killthedead1]

240z it such an a beautiful build, plus that was the project that set off all over ambitious build's. Huge respect.

[@BRYSEN22]

I just stumbled on your channel today and have been so intrigued I’ve watched five in a row. I agree, people suck. But don’t let that stop you from giving those of us the experience of your issues. I’m enjoying it. And watching you handle each set back without freaking out is impressive. Just do you and keep on your path. I got excited over your choice of engines. I subscribed and will be looking forward to each episode. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing your story with us. Remember, the lion doesn’t care what the lamb thinks.

[@Redthumb45]

Just confirms what I’ve always heard about boats, that “they’re a hole in the water into which you pour $$$$$.

[@ericoxford7069]

The best kind of boat is your buddy's boat.

[@TheBeingReal]

No different than golfing, skiing, horses, planes, hunting, fishing, fast cars, lifted/tuned trucks.... The only people who say it is a waste are the ones not into the particular hobby/sport. Your money and time: your decision.

[@tech-garage1527]

Ya know they say, the happiest days you have with a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it.

[@TheBeingReal]

tech- garage So they say...and surely true for some. I know people who say the same about second / vacation homes too, and RV’s... Enjoy your hobbies and life.

[@captainzoll3303]

hey chris, you said you've still got that 1st gen camaro sitting around, and you don't know what to do with it? well, you also have one serviceable 903 cummins. just saying...

[@campbellhazley3330]

Lol

[@brandenvandermerwe5352]

With a fucking 14.73 liter huge turbo engine.

[@redordead3868]

Lmao

[@wanstebe]

Orrrrr...any way to squeeze it into the single seater

[@kenwillis8487]

Like the saying by the Taco Bell chihuahua: oh chit I think I need a bigger box! Oh chit whe gonna need bigger shocks! Like way bigger like completely re engineering the entire front end and suspension as well as stretching the fenders and frame and hood and then adding ballast to the rear cause otherwise you will be like a baby apple head chihuahua trying to eat and do a face plant or in this case just sit with rear tires off the ground lol

[@andrewkennedy5092]

I know that a lot of marine engine ECM's are electrically isolated in case of a lighting strike near the boat. It's to ensure that the computer doesn't fry and leave you stranded. I'm not sure what engine control system you're going to use is, but that might be something to take into consideration.

[@jerrywilcox9890]

Lmao there not isolated.they new boats will fry just as much as an old one 🙄

[@AG-pm3tc]

Dude, do what you do. Yes, there maybe a smarter way, but who cares, it's your thing, do what you do. Plus, the lsx is very cool and i am very curious to see what texas speed will do to it.

[@demaqples]

Big respect for you coming and giving people some more insight into your decision. You definitely don’t _need_ to explain yourself but it is nice to understand what lead you to that decision. I’ll be tuning in to the build series like I have been for the last few years. Best of luck! The only criticism I really have is, I’d love to see more content about the past builds. I think a lot of KZbin people neglect this area. Keep people updated and seeing those old builds being used or maintained.

[@alessandromadonna19]

Exactly ! I think that’s one of the reasons ol’ cleeter’s channel is so popular, he uses the builds instead of building them and throwing them in to a corner

[@Gmh6477]

I Still think petrol is a massive mistake for a vessel the size of yours, they are going to have to work much harder at higher rpms than a diesel equaling more noise and far worse economy plus more engine room heat which then increases the massive fire risk of petrol compared to diesel

[@dantedante4533]

The noise of petrol marine engines is lower than diesel( especially non common rail diesels). Modern engines both petrol and diesel have turbos etc. so the reliability is the same nowadays. Modern petrol engines have no carburetors so the fire risk is same as diesels.

[@VroomZOOM]

@Dante Dante not really because we have to gasoline, you can't find petrol in the US😆😂😂😂

[@ajdahun]

@@dantedante4533 gasoline fumes explode, so it is a greater risk.

[@jerrywilcox9890]

You clearly know nothing 😆 🤣.

[@jerrywilcox9890]

@@ajdahun lmao you dont even know how gas engines work in a boat if you did you wouldn't of put that dumb ass comment hahaha.vents in the damn engine bay with blowers to pull the fumes out 😆 🤣 😂.every boat with a inboard engine must have at least one

[@Jasta315]

There is a reason that only extremely wealthy people have yachts. They are huge money pits. All boats are. That said, i cant wait to see the lsx yacht!

[@unchartedgroupielove]

BOAT stands for break out another thousand. Or in yacht terms, ten thousand

[@AnthonyBowman]

There are two days that a boat owner is happy. The day they buy their boat, and the day they sell it.

[@unchartedgroupielove]

@@AnthonyBowman LOL yeah I have a 21ft, full rebuild, coming up to 2 years rebuilding in November. full ground up , big job!! should be a 70mph boat when I'm done

[@Boosted26L]

Its your boat so do what you want. Im watching whatever you do!

[@StraightLineCycles]

Exactly

[@sulaiman_nasrullah]

Same here

[@alanfleming789]

I'm new to this channel but the explanations I've been following, seem to me to be valid points. Most of the one vs the other sound very valid to me AND since i've been planning to buy a boat gives me miles of information about a boat with an inboard vs the new outboards today. I grew up in the 50's with 12 and 14 foot boats with a Johnson outboard. What we did in those days was the best we could do. Today you have wakeboarding and jet skis propelling people 25 feet in the air. I'm learning.

[@muskokamike127]

When the bow of your boat bobs up and down it's called Porpoising. The issue you're going to have with less weight in the stern, and more weight in the front, you might not be able to lift the nose high enough because you've removed thousands of pounds out of the stern. Trim tabs will help you keep the nose DOWN but there's nothing to lift the bow UP. Then you'll have the problem of puttering: your nose will want to plow into waves since the boat is now unbalanced.

[@matthewjohnson9361]

Muskoka Mike I think he explained that he might have to add ballast to the stern to compensate for the loss of weight. He’s got this pretty well thought out.

[@kuklok1989]

He’s gona so much trouble to get the boat to get on plain and stable cause of the weight blance

[@buildandrebuild]

Force out of the props will bring the bow upward, if he has dual ~1000hp engines pushing a lightened boat, that bow is going to pop up pretty easily I think. If he put a pair of 300hp small blocks, I could see it being an issue, but if he revs two modern big blocks to 6000, I think he is going to have to trim it down quick. If I'm wrong, some auxillary fuel tanks in back would help with ballast.

[@muskokamike127]

@@buildandrebuild Maybe, but remember: the bow is "heavier" now without the ballast of those diesels in the back. The boat is going to rest bow down and plow through waves. Think of it this way: instead of having 8 people in the stern, he's now got 8 people on the bow. The ballast of the diesels would automatically have a bow up attitude. As I mentioned, he could always add another 100 gallon fuel tank and keep it full (he's going to need it with those engines lol)

[@buildandrebuild]

@@muskokamike127 I'm curious to see how it pans out. I considered trying to go with a lighter and more powerful power train for my extremely slow going boat project, but I'm not as adventurous as Chris, and I ended up with a nearly identical replacement.

[@soltastic]

Everyone is an expert online when it isn't their money lol

[@wyattprothro7443]

Or there not in person 🤣

[@muskokamike127]

@@wyattprothro7443 Nope, I'd tell him to his face whatever I say online, and have done it. I will not say word one behind someone's back that I wouldn't say to their face. In this case? Chris' problem is: he wants to build or do the work on the engines, HIMSELF. Sorry, in this case, the SMART thing to do is take that diesel to a marine mechanic who specializes in diesels and get a quote.

[@elipsorange]

@@muskokamike127 dude, you taking it too serious. He's doing his thing for his channel. Go take your own boat motors to a diesel mechanic.

[@DStead2239]

@@muskokamike127 He said no one would touch those 903's. I'm glad they realised them rebuilding it themselves is well beyond their ability. You can half ass car builds but not boats as you get stuck out at sea there's alot greater consequences. Love his explanation though on LS over Big capacity turbo diesels lol, by his justification I could take the turbo diesel out my pick up and put a motorcycle engine in it's place and have the same performance just by changing the gearing🤦‍♂️🤣🤣

[@muskokamike127]

@@DStead2239 I totally missed the part where he said no one would touch them. When did he say that? (I'm not saying he didn't, just saying I missed it). Not very often will a company turn down work, hell, plenty of people work on the dredded Ford 5.4L 3v. Yes, you are 100% correct, according to his logic you CAN replace the diesel in your truck with the motorcycle engine and expect the same performance....(not). I truly am looking forward to seeing the look on his face when he takes it out for the first run with the LS's in it. Hey, are we dumping fuel overboard or what? why is the gas gauge moving so fast? lol. I also liked his explanation on planing and how the heavier bow will "help" him get on plane faster. He missed the part about having to lift that bow out of the water in order to plane. The extra weight in the stern helps you do that, now? It's all going to be HP baby......The thing about the trim tabs too: You use them to get the nose down. There isn't anything in inboards that help you RAISE the bow (which you DO need to do in many circumstances)

[@chuckabbate1264]

Thank you for taking the time to explain your thought process. I was worried that you were going to ruin the resale value of that boat but at the end of the day, it is your boat. Now that I have heard which direction you are going and why, I look forward to the transformation of this boat. I owned a 30 foot power boat with 2 - 350 cubic inch mercury Magnum (GM) engines that were fuel injected. They used 1 gallon of gas every minute at full throttle. Your boat is much heavier and longer than my Formula 292 Fast tech was which makes me wonder how much gas these 2 - LS engines will burn under power. I do agree with what you said about the cost of fuel. It is not the most expensive part of owning a boat that size and you won't be running around W.O.T. all the time. With that said fuel cost is not a huge factor in your case. I give you a lot of credit for taking the time to explain your choice and how you got to that choice. I am looking forward to the transformation of your boat and I hope you will follow this change in detail with lots of videos.

[@cookeh645]

Looking forward to you guys solving all the things that go along with this project. Greetings from Norway 🔥

[@AllThingsBoost]

I appreciate you making this video, makes a lot of sense when you explain it, I'm looking forward to it man!

[@mfeldheim]

When I write a comment I usually don’t expect that the creator is actually reading them. Of course it’s even better when this happens but usually comments are just a good way to express own thoughts on a topic or give feedback to the whole viewership. I think comments or the possibility to interact with the medium you’re consuming as a viewer and with other viewers is a big part of the KZbin experience. Yes, the comments can get really weird or off-topic or toxic in the worst case. As a creator you have to learn how to either interact with the positive comments, e.g. “like” the first constructive comments after uploading or just ignore them all together. Some creators sadly just disable comments all together because the burden of negative feedback was just overwhelming for them. You do awesome projects and you document them for us to participate in a passive way. Do what you like and think. No need to justify or fight back. Just because everyone has a voice doesn’t mean they all have to be heard. Having somebody moderate your comments on hot topics might also help to keep the community positive and constructive. Much love and greetings from Germany

[@RonHaslam2001]

LS swap does have a positive side, maintenance will become doable compare with the gigantic diesel engine.

[@wrubel100]

not for his wallet with texas speed expensive parts

[@HollyBoni]

Yeah, he mentioned that in this and the previous video.

[@nathan1sixteen]

I mean, it's not like he's putting a stock Ls into the boat and able to find parts at the local autozone. He's still gonna have to order them from Texas Speed, so it still won't be convenient

[@BoredKnife]

@@nathan1sixteen but like what parts do you need to special order from ts for routine maintenance? Oil, filter?

[@behindthebuild8749]

@@wrubel100 yeah maintenance isnt ever considered replacing a head or tearing into the block, where the texas speed stuff is, but also its still very inexpensive if i had to. Most of what you pay for in a race engine build is their expertise in the building of the engine, boring out the block, that kinda stuff

[@winstonzhang3111]

"Chris is afraid of failure" This guy literelly pulled off a BMW V10 240Z AND a LS+manual swapped Lambo...

[@elipsorange]

Yeah, so?

[@liveandletlive2894]

@@elipsorange sucks to suck, no?

[@ashya1]

@Lassi Kinnunen why so much hate buddy

[@ashya1]

@Lassi Kinnunen sitting on couch and commenting shit whole must be hard for you

[@timothywolleck7628]

Pulled it off? That burntacon is a piece of shit. It doesn’t even drive!

[@franciscoluisnoguera2490]

The way to manage the balance between torque and power is by changhing angular velocity. Tis is done through changing gears. An example is a bike which has diferent gear ratios for going fast or for going uphill. For going fast there are big to small gears in order to increase angular velocity on the smaller gears. For going uphill there are small to big gears in order to decrease angular velocity in the bigger gear. At the same time this allows rpm (angular velocity) of the small gear to increase and transfer more of the power into less rotations of the big gear but been able to transfer the engine ouput into slower rotations traduced in what's called torque.

[@neilius1015]

The loss of weight is something you’ll probably have to do something about as your boat will sit high in the water, due to the change CoG this can make it move more than you might like even when alongside. As an aside I liked this “extra” video of you explaining stuff in a bit more depth...extra content and extra understanding for us. Keep going, all the best!

[@gsh341]

The boat is going to be WAY top heavy.

[@AndiundBirgit]

That is what I also thought about: If the boat is lighter than before (only at the rear end), this might be "difficult" and cause "side effects"?

[@AndiundBirgit]

... but you already think about this, I should have watched till the end, before commenting :-)

[@gsh341]

@@AndiundBirgit No, you don;t understand. It's about the center of gravity. moving UP in the boat, not forward or backward. That will drastically affect the roll period of the boat and can lead to capsizing. I watched and he never actually addressed that.

[@st200ol]

@@gsh341 Yes, its probably not as simple to get the CofG right as adding 800lbs of lead at the back, some will be required in a few different places based on try it and see. It should still be doable though. 500lb of lead is less than a ft cubed in volume.

[@carlmcrobcustomgoldsmith11]

I understand your decision better now... though I didn’t like it. Maybe auxiliary fuel tank to improve weight ratio, instead of weights

[@muskokamike127]

Yeah that's what I said too.....with gas engines, he's going to need it lol. My single 454 could blow through $500 in gas per day if I wasn't careful. You'd be surprised what adding 2 people onboard did to the fuel economy. I had to laugh out loud when he said "I did 150 hours" so in my boat with a single 454 big block I'd burn through 25 gpg at 24 ish mph. So do the math: 150 hrs x 25 gallons = 3,750 gallons. At the time, marine fuel was $4.00 per gallon = $15000.00. It was ALMOST worthwhile for me to pay $500 to have the boat hauled out and trailered to a land gas station because at the time, land gas was $2.75 a gallon. That was the sweet spot. If I pumped it up to 30 or 35 mph? I'd suck back 50 gph. I looked at an emo fittipaldi scarab who burned through 300 gph at full speed (70 mph +/-) it had twin 454's.

[@anilmahabirsingh422]

I appreciate you taking the time to explain yourself . I understand your reasoning much better . Thanks . I wish the best of luck and I will continue to follow your progress and maybe even learn a few things .

[@richardbeck818]

I just can't understand why people are such Dicks about things. Ultimately it is your boat, your money, do what you want!

[@DoctorBaw]

Well he did ask for everyone's opinion and then ignored it

[@pfistor]

Good explanation. I think it helps show you weren't just making a snap judgment. Excited to see what happens with the build.

[@d34dmouse27]

@@DoctorBaw sure this video explains he didn't 'just ignore it'

[@muskokamike127]

I'll refer to v tuned and his mustang "conversion" which has turned into a completely new build, he's discarded his cut up 1966. He's never built a frame from scratch before and he says "I've never built a frame before" and don't know how to do it. So people comment on how he should go about doing it. Then 5 videos later he's cut up cut out bought tons of steel and basically ignored what people who "know" better than he. To top it off, Chris ASKED for opinions. The only people who were pro LS swap are the people who haven't a clue about marine engines, which, btw, Chris is in the same ....err...BOAT. The true mark of an adult is to know when you don't know.

[@dannyt9067]

He asked for peoples opinions. A boat is a completely diff animal than a car....especially a bigger boat. To put this into car terms what he’s gonna do is the equivalent of taking a nice Mercedes and putting a Chevy engine in it....Many boaters swap from gas to diesel...I’ve Never heard of anyone going from diesel to gas..Smh. Riva is a premium brand and he’s gonna destroy the value and reliability of this nice boat...and the dumbass of the year award goes to...

[@yandabarsik680]

Btw can Texas speed build a Diesel engine?Just out of curiosity no pun intended

[@leor81]

I think he adressed it shortly on the video on the main channel. I think he said they could, but it would be out of the budget.

[@nickvanrooyen3247]

Not a pun

[@danleblanc9146]

I'm really glad I took the time to watch this. I was really being affected by the toxic comments on the build videos and it made the videos so much less entertaining for me. You answered quite a few questions that I had from the build videos. The biggest thing that you cleared up for me was the fact that you had a hard time finding anyone to rebuild the diesels, it did seem like that wasn't an issue in the build videos. That changes the whole equation, I get it now. Can't wait for more boat content!

[@AnthonyMyers1]

I don't think people are haters or toxic. I'm speaking from experience. All my experience is working on my own boat with high horsepower small blocks. I swear I have PTSD now whenever I see pictures of my boat after all that I went through. I love your channel but I hate to see you going down the same path I did. Speak with some expert's before going down this path. Just because Texas speed knows LS engines doesn't mean they know marine. Especially Marine for yachts.

[@Tafari271]

Its all for the views lol

[@randyd9414]

i mean he has the lambo with a texas speed and the last time he drove it it was not running right ( probably because he doesn't want a professional to tune it)

[@jgott1745]

randy durga it has been professionally tuned, but ok.

[@randyd9414]

@@jgott1745 ok link me please? Last i saw it run with the stang and bmw it wssnt running so well.. whos the tuner?

[@tysoncurrie7745]

@@randyd9414 yeah but a Texas speed engine in a car is what Texas speed knows and a Texas speed engine in a boat is a totally different world for Texas speed. You have to know what your doing in marine applications and setups to make the engine last for its environment and application, that's what he was trying to say, just like in aviation engines, they have to be built and put together a certain way, using special hardware with fastening them with twist wire so it doesn't vibrate loose. Building an engine for it's applications and purposes, just not building an engine putting stuff on it and throw it in a boat hoping it will work.

[@DIYAmateurHour]

I would have liked to see two 5.9 Cummins engines in this boat, but it seems you’ve clearly done your research. Onward, Captain!

[@mtater15t]

DIY Amateur Hour heck I’d even settle for duramax, check out banks torture testing the new one it might survive a bit.

[@aidancloke4398]

mtater15t that was my original suggestion was a couple of duramax’s. The LS is a good route but it would have been cool to see b is for build getting into the diesel world. Not sad about the route he’s going just thought this was a perfect time to open a new chapter for them.

[@jnic2003]

no two marine 5.9's would have been amazing, because they are inline 6's not these shitty v8s. which he is right abt those v8's being unreliable. although it seems he only researched putting two new modern engines of that nature in. I wish he would have actually looked into something like the 5.9, they would be a whole lot cheaper and more reliable

[@aidancloke4398]

Jnic I hardly think any of modern common rail diesel V8’s are shitty unless your talking about the 6.4 powerstroke. A lly or lbz duramax would be perfect, he could even get ones from the wreckers and get them rebuilt so that he could be confident that they would hold. And the advantage over a 12 valve is the reduced weight. 5.9’s are heavy when full dressed

[@jnic2003]

@@aidancloke4398 yeah personally I hate v8 diesels for the most part. I just think inline 6 is such a better configuration. But he did mention researching theses specific V8 Cummins being unreliable

[@runekristiansen9685]

I find it really cool that you are testing this out and explore things on the build. I look forward to the end result.

[@SouthernGinger]

Can't wait to see what you come up with! Love the out of box thinking!

[@ryanaxberg9263]

I like your attitude, just keep on doing what makes excites you and makes you happy. Not everyone is in to the same thing. Thanks for explaining it.

[@spencermorse6044]

I enjoy watching your videos simply for your positive attitude and optimism. When you come across a problem most people get mad or frustrated and you don't ever give up. Very inspiring. Keep up the good work.

[@TanmayLandge1910]

Whatever you do , I just love your content ! Best wishes from India 🙏

[@dncii3776]

I’m not sweating’ it...Oscar’s gonna do a great job!

[@cafe88racer53]

I bet oscar could weld a big block from scrap metal lol

[@jasedobson2793]

You convinced me.......now i need 2 LS engines....an a boat....an a crew of talented people to put em in. Keep up the great content Chris.the views on the boat trip were fantastic!

[@ThezNutzGarage]

It’s your boat do as you wish. Don’t let negativity bring you down! CRUISE ON!

[@peterbeard8836]

You say that motor had no oil and faulty oil pressure switch,oil just doesn’t disappear with out a trace the engine holds around 15 litres to loose that amount of oil the engine bay would be covered in oil and there would be oil mist all over the back of the boat. It all points to the oil not being checked. Good luck with the engines.

[@ThezNutzGarage]

I wonder if the oil went out the exhaust?

[@markerat]

Didn’t mean to be toxic if that was the impression you got. I built 24, 32, 48 and 64 litre marine engines working at Perkins engines. We were certified det norkse veritas and Lloyds registrar of shipping. Marine certified electronics are an uphill battle, good luck Chris 👍

[@bwhite824]

Definitely an incredible build and I can't wait to see it in action! I live in Portland too so I'll be keeping my eye out whenever I am near the river!

[@capt.rosstomney1508]

The good thing about this project is it’s already a fuckin Riva. LS swap it, paint it pink, whatever you want man, do it! Lol one piece of advice though. Props start an exponential curve of inefficiency after 1350-1450 rpm. That’s shaft rpm not engine rpm. Chances are you’ll need new props or adjustments to make this setup work. You don’t want gear it down so much that to get the speed you want top end that it idles at 10 kts. Slower shaft speed=more pitch needed to get top end. It’s extremely hard to control that in a marina.

[@JONNIE_ROCKER]

Love the boat content. 4 of them texas speed engines would crazy

[@wintonbain]

Kml some v16 Texas speed LSX 🤔

[@scottw557]

If the lack of weight becomes an issue, and with the slight loss of fuel efficiency, would it be beneficial to add an auxiliary fuel tank towards the back of the boat to act as a ballast tank that will also increase overall range? It could almost act as an emergency reserve tank? My only concern with it would be keeping the fuel fresh, maybe circulate it with the main tanks?

[@stphnklptrk]

Damn, I was for repairing the diesel engines, but you brought up a lot of good points. Honestly, I wouldn't stoop so low as to the point of insulting your decision to go with LS swaps. It's your rig man, don't let anyone drag you down. Can't wait to see the end result

[@thunder2165]

keep your head up and "do you!" we love what you're doing otherwise we wouldn't watch... I am a fan!

[@johnschieffelin3226]

It was a project boat from the get-go, it is a very old boat that you knew would have major problems. Now that the engines are toast, keep going as a project boat and do what you think is best! It's your boat, you have the right to repair/rebuild it any way you want. Good luck, I enjoy listening to your decision process and watching the rebuild continue.

[@douglaspkeatingjr]

Dude, I was stoked to hear an LS swap was in the works. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@suttondavis1929]

Seriously though. Mike Finnegan's jet boat runs like a bat out of hell with the big block and twins. I believe an LS swap is a good idea

[@HustlasHome2]

Me too. I didn't want him to go back to diesel.

[@everythingcool101]

dood i was furiously waggin my tail when i heard the news lol

[@EhCumminsFan]

I’m not sure obviously, but did your engine blow because the cooling system was plugged up and it overheated? That was my first thought

[@marvindebot3264]

I'd be guessing that the "oil pressure gauge that never work" always did work.

[@jonrichards18]

There are 1000 other car and boat restoration channels the reason I love B is for Build is the experimentation, trial and error and modification! Keep doing what you’re doing And I’m happily hangin on for the ride!

[@stunt509]

I've been here since the cold, snowy and dark backyard days. I'm an OG subscriber. I will never question your content, I will never judge and dislike. I'm a simple man.

[@aaronjepsen2887]

I’m all for the ls swap I thought it was a cool idea in the beginning.

[@robertlindsay497]

Would think of using L5P durmax diesel motor that is tune able for hp and torque ...what are your thoughts 🤔 or how about a banks motor ?

[@vanmantony]

Chris what about a quartet of seven marine 557s

[@mobiusone3923]

Heck, I am pretty sure 2 would be plemty!

[@GrayRaceCat]

I suppose this is why... 1. They are OutBoards, and would not work without major restructuring of the transom, etc. 2. "The purchase price of the 'triple 557 package with joystick steering is $270,000", so a quartet would be $360,000!

[@DStead2239]

When Chris said he was going to LS swap the boat after those diesels turned out to be duds, I thought to myself "🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️" and for very valid and justified reason without going into a long spiel of pros/cons or writing out my full curriculum vitae. But I kept it to myself.. I wouldn't put the 903's back in either though too. I agree with trying something different, although maybe not an LS as if it were a good idea LS powered yacht's and big rigs would be commonplace otherwise. What I don't like is dismissing the community as a whole as toxic or uninformed because a views not shared especially when past is evidence to bad ideas with overdrawn defence and explanations to the contrary. Simply put though, it's your boat so do as you will but take the criticism, critiques and snarks as part and parcel of the platform in which you share it and are paid for. I hope it does work for your sake, but worst case it's a great lesson you never would learn otherwise🤷‍♂️ Learning with my father in his engineering workshop as a child he told me "as soon as you stop learning, quit" I took that to mean you'll never know everything and to experiment, win or lose

[@harryballzack]

Some of the best lessons are learned from failure. Hope this isn’t the case for Chris.

[@LuigiVenegas]

He didn't dis the community, he purposely mentioned that there are many knowledgeable people in the comments. He criticized the haters for hating.

[@blewyd]

@@harryballzack except in this case, failure will cost tens of thousands.

[@twosencefromcleveland6084]

Sarcasm warning. I'm glad you chose not to be too detailed, and it was nice of you to cloth your disagreement in Chris's freedom to do as he pleases no matter how dumb you think it was. It's also pleasant that you craftily hid your snobbery behind a cloak of a rampant know-it-all. Reality: While I suppose that you are living in your mother's basement and are sitting at your computer in your underwear, a cigarette hanging on your lip, ashes cascading onto your keyboard, hating the fact that you will never be doing anything near as cool as this boat project, I, for one wish you would butt out and reopen your perpetual WarCraft subscription.

[@twosencefromcleveland6084]

@@blewyd whose tens of thousands? Yours?

[@weekesjoseph]

Dude I really don't know much about this stuff but I have been watching your videos for a while now and you do fantastic stuff. I've listened to your explanation about the boat and honestly it makes sense to me even before you put up this video. I am looking forward to seeing you succeed with the new engines.

[@melchesgarage3283]

Totally get your decision but some of your reasoning was confusing. Mainly you’re worried about how long the boat will be dry docked because of waiting on parts but your solution seems like it will take even longer than getting the diesel parts.

[@remy7663]

he just wants a cool ass build 😂😂 couldve just said that to shut everyone up

[@guidoheeling1179]

I think he has the engines in the mail in less than a week from now to be honest

[@Hijargo]

I think he mentioned that it was also just a factor of not being able to physically maneuver the 903 and turn it on its side to work on it. Plus waiting for the parts, working on the engine, and getting it back into the boat would be difficult and a headache. One thing Chris doesn't need is a headache lol

[@speeddemon2262]

I think waiting on expensive parts plus dry dock pushes the overall cost higher than a partner price lsx pair with marine accessories. Also the ease of service without dry dock is better with smaller lsx engines.

[@TheRedRaven_]

Let’s be honest here, Cummins engines are built like tanks and that’s a fact, the specific engine in your boat however could have it’s flaws as it’s an older engine. Diesels are used in many military applications for a reason. My only concern is the torque curve of the LS motors, you might have to ride the engines at a high rpm to reach the necessary torque in rough seas (even with propeller and gearing adjustments). Then there is basic stuff like boat stability/weight reduction and rebalancing, the engines ability to resist corrosion, cooling and gasoline fume accumulation. Sounds like you have that covered, in all I hope it works out for you, it’s a tough debate to be honest and I’m not surprised so many people are misinformed or attacking you. Good luck man 👍🏻

[@NGC1433]

Diesels are used in military because it is much more comfy sitting on a tank of olive oil instead of highly flammable gas, while being shot at.

[@letecitanjir2039]

@@NGC1433 that is most stupid comment on diesel vs gas engine differences why then big machine bulldozers tracks don't have gas in they not in military use where you come from that smart and what's are you eat to become that smart you must be from america and finish school there

[@muskokamike127]

"cummins stopped making these because they are unreliable" how old is his boat? 30 years? Estimate 100 hrs per year that's 3000 hrs of the worst conditions you could operate an engine in.......(other than military) Yeah, I'd love to have an engine that "unreliable" lol

[@tonyboyer927]

Thanks for how you handled the extra opinionated comments, you did a good job explaining your thoughts. One thing I was so very glad you mentioned was you are going to use an upgraded engine compartment blower system. I wish you and your crew a safe happy boating season.

[@billyorlando4724]

Should of went with 6.7L mercury marine Diesel engines. Very reliable and tons of torque to get up on plane.

[@BricktopsPigs]

And spend north of 100k. Nope.

[@TheCreateOutdoors]

That's how crazy ideas work: You have a goal you're dead set on, and everyone else doesn't believe in you.

[@douglondborg9518]

I find your channels good to watch, I’m following your boat build now as I live on my boat, and have run into some of the same things but because of money went different directions. Don’t let the haters get you down. Get selective hearing , it will be fine. Different ideas and answers are good , but there are to many out there that like to make the waves,. Keep them coming.

[@TheJeracuda]

I still say that rather than trying to sell the engines for slightly more than scrap metal worth that you give one each to Cleetus McFarland and Westen Champlin. Westen loves Cummins engines as he just put one in a Mustang and well Cleetus we all know he'd come up with something absolutely insane to do with it lol

[@winkiiiie]

Those are 14l cummins... i dont think cleet could use it lol they weigh almost 3000 pounds

[@hotbodz24]

Would love to see Westin use one of these.

[@peteramberley9952]

@@winkiiiie lol swop out the galaxy 500 😂

[@winkiiiie]

@@hotbodz24 use them or absolutely destroy them in the most retarded way possible? As a nice 04 duramax owner ,I blocked his channel i just couldnt take the abuse on these freaking nice truck lol my heart couldnt take it any more

[@tomhutchins1046]

@@winkiiiie he meant westin champlin not whistling diesel. Whole different deal. I agree whistling diesel is a joke he is a little spoiled boy trying to look tough and smashing his toys.

[@zx1100a1]

Chris, you be you... f the hater's. You guys are doing a great job!

[@TheM750]

Come on man, that hater shit is so old. The Navy, Coast Guard, and lifelong naval mechanics talking about why the LS swap is a really poor choice, and how much better the diesels are, aren't haters. They're people with decades of very specific experience that are trying to give good information (that's falling on deaf ears). Totally understandable why they're frustrated. Sure, at the end of the day it's his build and his money, but people that have spent their lives at sea or working in the marine sector know what they're talking about, and know the price of failure at sea. No one wants to see him fail, or worse, get himself or others hurt.

[@trnews-lb6ev]

Trying to save his boat and probably killing himself is not hate

[@miked946]

He asked for viewer’s opinions on what power plant to go with. Experts that watched gave their opinions. That doesn’t make them haters. They just know what they’re talking about.

[@trnews-lb6ev]

@@miked946 them original engines were made to fit that specific boat and weight, you can balance it out with lead its just not gonna work great engineering has went into that boat.

[@dannyt9067]

@@TheM750 agree 100%. I’ve heard of many people upgrading from gas to diesel in boats...but I’ve NEVER heard of anyone going from diesel to gas. Sure the boat will run and maybe ok but what he’s doing is destroying the reliability and resale value of this boat. It’s the wrong type of hull for this project... he’s gonna learn the hard and expensive way. Riva is a premium brand but this idiot just f’d that up.

[@thetilemaniac]

Please have thru hole exhaust on them there lsx's, pull up to the boat dock cam thumping sweet gm loudness. Is it an outdrive or stern drive?

[@user-bk7to8gn5l]

They're acting like an LS has never been put it a boat, idk how you deal with it Chris but you're a more patient man than I am !

[@seanmartin2382]

Came here after watching y'all paint your anodes, hydraulics, and loosen you cutlass bearings...the toxics are right about the diesels, your boat will be unbalanced and resale is toast...cant wait to see it...should be fun

[@DavidWilks]

My company specializes in swapping the late model GM LS & LT engines into boats. We just purchased two different SeaRay models, a 290 SunSport SLX and a 33-foot Sea Ray Sundancer... both were powered by 350ci engines producing less than 250hp a piece. These boats are both getting LT direct injected L97 engines, fully marinized and making in excess of 450hp while sipping a third of the fuel. The huge benefit is removing over 900-pounds of weight out of the stern of the boat. This weight removal is a massive benefit on adding an additional auxiliary fuel tank. Having an Aux tank is beneficial to increase range and ballast. I will recommend that you switch to the LT VVT engines as we have so you can phase the cam to move the torque range much lower and once on plane, change the cam phase to increase cruise torque. You will see this is SO BENEFICIAL to moving your massive Italian Princess! LMK if we can help in any way collaborate with your BUILD.

[@spitfire20122000]

I think your viewers are hungry for a diesel build, Chris! Best regards from Eugene!!

[@Itspacifics]

Lane county....right there with you

[@993turbo7]

It's your boat you can do whatever you like to it. Even if you rotary swapped it, I'll still watch and like all the content for it 💪

[@emericaman16]

Dual 4 rotor italian yacht. I like the sound of that.

[@danielgarrett1155]

They have giant eight rotors in marine use already . Like 14L size They are wild . Still not exactly the most reliable

[@nacayoda]

Such a considered, polite and thorough response. Nice work. I wonder if many of your audience have considered what fuels all the ski and wakeboarding boats out there. That's right folks, Unleaded (gas). For wakeboarding, these are fairly small boats (towable without a permit) with big engines. For wakeboarders, they also carry a LOT of water ballast to generate a bigger wake. Not efficient at all. But also perfectly fit for purpose. The new project sounds like a lot of fun and having Texas Speed onboard should make it a riot!

[@gokulkumar2855]

New shirt. “Trust the process of B is for Build and let’s modify and build”. Do your thing bro! Your team is amazing and I wish I was friend and part of the actual process with you guys.

[@guidoheeling1179]

Hey Chris, you are a great man with great video's and projects. The ls (any petrol engine) swap is indeed controversial, but the extra information on why uou are going to do it is quit critical to understand the choice, because we do care. This is not any gootalking for toxic people in the comments, but some more info was handy.

[@bear_vibes5130]

You are making a great point. Gm based engines have been used in boats for years.

[@aaronburton5188]

Man, this is going to get buried. Who cares what people think - people watch and enjoy it. Focus on that! Question: have you thought about a Hamilton Jet instead of the propeller propulsion system? Far superior for higher speeds and better manoeuvrability. Anyway, keep the content what ever you decide. I love to learn and I learn more on this channel then any other I follow! Peace!

[@unchartedgroupielove]

Jets are super inefficient,

[@ThomasTheTankEngine22]

Imagine getting mad at somebody for doing what THEY want to do to THIER stuff. Keep up the good work man! You're killing it

[@DullBoyJack]

He keeps asking for advice and then ignores 100% of it. Not sure how that makes for engaging content, but I guess you can find people on youtube doing all kinds of stuff, like literally punching themselves in the face instead of just figuratively.

[@ThomasTheTankEngine22]

@@DullBoyJack just because he's asking for your advice doesn't mean he has to listen. That's incredibly arrogant for you to think like that. He could just not give a fuck about your opinion and tell you to stick it where the sun don't shine. Because ultimately it's HIS money

[@hootowl6354]

It's his money, and he'll have less of it when he's done. The number of people who will buy a boat that size with gas engines is small.

[@amirfathirad2965]

I have a question. is it possible to put a gearbox like a car gearbox with first gear second gear third gear in a boat? or it is just one gear and goes up and down by rpm? if it is possible to put the car-like gearbox in the boat I think it will be one of the fastest yachts you can make, also just something popped into my mind, make the boat more nose heavy so you apply the trim tabs earlier like close to your high speed, so when you are close to high speed, the boat nose gets out of the water as much as possible to have less resistance also you don't need your trim tabs to apply so make less drag if it does make sense

[@seudechrist]

Hey, whats the possibility of adding a third engine in the middle? A tesla motor and the batteries will get you the weight loss figured out

[@matthewholzmueller6292]

That's a helluva idea, not only that when the battery dies, water running past the propeller can regenerate power back into the system, he can use it like a power boost or a trolling motor! Love the idea!

[@KiRiTO72987]

It would require taking the boat to a marine specalist and considering the fact that he doesnt want to get proper marine diesel engines for this because of how expensive they are i doubt he would want to pay to have his hull modified.

[@keith_hudson]

I'm rooting for you brother 100%. Still really concerned but I want you to win.

[@twosencefromcleveland6084]

This is one of the more interesting series I've seen. I enjoy the logic you apply to the decision processes and many of us will benefit from folling this. I'm anxious to see the end though it breaks up in the algorithm somehow. I'll find them though...oh, here's your sub.

[@23elbo]

Just do whatever you want chris it's your boat i'll be watching whatever happens