You should get an award for that bolt removal

@evanpenny348

Ай бұрын

Yep. You are the luckiest bastard unhung. Well done.

@refixed

Ай бұрын

I cheered

@Richard.blackburn

Ай бұрын

GOAT fixes BOAT 🐐

@jamiethacker675

Ай бұрын

The bolt coming out was the reward! LOL

@LeeRodrigue

Ай бұрын

@46:00 - I cheered out loud, then had to explain to my wife why I was yelping at 10 PM at night.

"I'm gonna need a bigger bar" - That deserves to be on a Farm Craft 101 T-shirt.... Keep up the good work John.... Always entertaining and educational...

@jaywilkinson5203

Ай бұрын

I agree that would be a great quote on the next t-shirt design

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

I agree entirely.....

@joshuaharlow4241

Ай бұрын

"That ain't going anywhere... I need a bigger bar"

@sverkermansson1744

Ай бұрын

😂

@gregorypargee8180

Ай бұрын

M lokkollllkoooooooooiiiuuiiiiiuuuuiiiiiuuiuiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii(@@jaywilkinson5203

I can’t understand why your brother put up with problems and let his boat sit and deteriorate for so long, when he has a brother like you. Very impressive to see you get past all those problems. Love your work.

In the purest of forms, you are a true engineer! People like yourselves are sadly getting rarer and rarer. the depth of knowledge and experience, the curiosity of a child, the pursuit of solutions, the LOGIC of your discipline and the determination of that never say die attitude ensure you stand head and shoulders above 95% of others who have stood in your shoes! That is what raises you above so many of your contempories. What a brilliant outcome! Absolute respect!

An almost 2 hour long video from FarmCraft?! This is going to be a good weekend!

@bombardier3qtrlbpsi

Ай бұрын

You mean long weekend 😂😂

@gaveintothedarkness

Ай бұрын

@@bombardier3qtrlbpsi You have a long weekend where you are? Lucky!

@dannieholland9926

Ай бұрын

You are a glutton for punishment

@tuju-

Ай бұрын

Multiply that with views, multiply that with manhour price. That boat is getting expensive.

@USMC-Sniper-0137

Ай бұрын

I agree but I usually stick to videos 45 minutes or less because most of us have a life also....... I'm gonna pass this one up and look for something shorter. Hate getting half way through and leaving. Must leave early........

Great job! I am a Mercury certified tech. I’ll be honest, it was frustrating to watch some things, but super gratifying to see you succeed! A couple tips; -Put a timing light on the plug wires and leave it on there the whole time you’re diagnosing. -you can use a battery load tester through the engine and your battery to test you positive and negative cables. -pumping the control handle in throttle only position will activate the accelerator pump within the carb and shoot streams of fuel into the intake. I.E. - pump the handle 3-4 times, crank the engine for 3-5 seconds and repeat. All carb sterndrives have an accelerator pump. - trim the gear case down while running to straighten the u-joints in the transom assy. Due to how the boat is made, let’s talk about that piece you kept hitting your head on… That piece appears to end right over the top of the carb, so when it rains, water will run right off of that and on top of the carb, bad boat design…thanks engineers. Now to combat this issue, there is suppose to be a metal washer with a rubber seal on top of the motor cover that has all of the motor info on it. That washer usually disappears or erodes. Take the boat to the lake and put a load on it, then compression test again. And yes, we would have said it needs an engine, due to shop warranty issues, or a disclaimer would have to be signed.

@seanbhaney

Ай бұрын

^^^^This!!!! I cringed when I saw the condition of that carb and starter, and thank gawd you have the wherewithall to deal with those! I can think of a billion other things your brother needs to address on that boat! We have had quite a few RV Toyhaulers, and just like a boat (we've called them Land Yachts), they're nothing but a big hole in the middle of the RV park (desert in our case in SoCal) that you throw a whole bunch of money into. 🙂Oh...and like a good brother that you are, I'm sure you detailed his boat for him before he picked it up (boy, it needs some TLC!!!). 🙂

@johnbomenka6131

9 күн бұрын

It was the most frustrating You Tube video I have ever watched and I have watched thousands. I could only make an hour and could not take anymore.Even if he got it started, who would have the confidence to take that boat out further than he could swim.

@str8inPilot

2 күн бұрын

Do you know anything about the starter motor alignment issue? Was that meant to be doweled into position by the bolts? Did one of the original factory bolts stretch? There seemed to be something not quite right about the story on how the shims got there.

That engine came back from almost death, the rebar wrench award definitely earned that one.

Who else loves this channel as much as I do?? This is by far one of the best channels on KZread! The whole farm setting makes me feel like it's me working on my equipment. He doesn't have any crazy tools that most people wouldn't own, hands down one of the best channels on this platform. Oh and Mr Jon, that plate in the distributor is more than likely a tachometer. Like a wheel speed sensor or camshaft sensor in the newer engines?

@robertmills3554

Ай бұрын

That plate breaks and opens the coil spark signal. It is called a Hall effect sensor. It takes the place of ignition points that were on older engines.

@mikezeestraten7000

Ай бұрын

Yep, Jon is up there with Watch Wes Work, South Main Auto, Ants Pants ect.

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

I ❤ it to mate he's a wonderful guy, with better skills he gives himself credit for.

@diggiz22

Ай бұрын

Yup. Love this channel

@northwestcountrytractor2497

Ай бұрын

I hope KZread is paying you well. These are top notch videos. Good job.

Oh my, You are a brother who deserves an endurance medal!

@CarmenBorruso

Ай бұрын

You need to trim that outdrive down when you're running it your Wipeout the U-joints on the drive shaft the cost of velocity joint in the outdrive

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

😊

Farmcraft101 just keeps getting better... The amount of work that is put on each content is worth every single second I spend watching it. Keep up the good work...Sir John.

Great job! You showed so much patience and tenacity. Your brother owes you big time. It was really enjoyable going along on this journey with you. Gave me a good chance to test my engine knowledge and troubleshooting ability with you doing the actual work. And I wasn’t the one hitting my head over and over and removing and replacing that starter over and over. Well done!

New bolds, Starter, Coil, Distributor, sensor coil, working hours. You already know: BOAT = Bust Out Another Thousand. Your brother should give you a lifetime of free boat usage.

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

I agree....

@sectokia1909

Ай бұрын

There was probably nothing wrong with the starter or coil, it was just the bad ground. Good lesson to learn!

@pdnetzer9561

Ай бұрын

Boat: a hole in the water you pour money into.

@pdnetzer9561

Ай бұрын

Boat: A hole in the water you pour money in to.

@rocksfire4390

Ай бұрын

@@sectokia1909 there was something wrong with both of those things, the new ones work WAY better then the ones that were on it. while it wasn't strictly needed, it certainly will prevent issues later on related to those things.

Gotta say, one of the best things I’ve seen on this channel so far is the drill as a hammer on a 2 foot bar

@FarmCraft101

Ай бұрын

It's a hammer drill! ;-)

@tirbomax

Ай бұрын

@@FarmCraft101 LOL

@JonBaldry

Ай бұрын

@@FarmCraft101 Came here looking for that exact comment. Not disappointed 😀

@quantumss

Ай бұрын

@@FarmCraft101 Make sure you use it as a drill first, then as a hammer. Works better that way.

@paulsvensson5247

Ай бұрын

John you are a mechanical wisard with an unbelievable patience 👍👍👍

Superb mechanic and problem solving skills. Masculinity at its finest.

very few people are going to truly appreciate what you went through and accomplished here, well done.

When I saw how long this video was, I figured that I would watch it in bits and pieces. Once I started watching, I couldn’t quit watching until the end. Great video Jon. I assure you that I would have taken that boat to the lake, remove the drain plugs and watched it slowly sink to the bottom.

Been doing that for a living for a while (40 years) and personally shoot the two bolts at the back of the engine, the two or three for the engine mount, remove the exhaust rubbers and unplug the electrical then pull the darn thing. Oh and your starter is MISSING the support bracket that goes from the end of the starter where the solenoid wires hook to the block that keeps the starter from twisting and breaking the bolt. Be glad it had the small starter on it and not the big one we used to run ( twice the weight and size. Well done for going in blind John.

@danjones4748

Ай бұрын

I second that. And, as a kid who grew up on a car lot, there used to be instructions in the box with a new starter explaining some voodoo magic to figure out which, if any, shims were required. But that was the late 60's when they started making everything easier for them and harder for us.

@BCDanno63

Ай бұрын

Someones brother owes someone a case of something flavorful and flammable,, I took one look at that rust and said no way … That things just going to grind it’s own heart out…. I’m blown away!!!

Seeing that bolt unscrew I thought “It’s a Christmas miracle!”

@jaskajokunen2586

Ай бұрын

Tear jerker is what that was. Holy shit.

Only half way through - and you've just removed the broken bolt from the engine block from the starter motor! ABSOLUTE RESPECT fella! What a legend! I'm 100% , if its not an owner mechanic, owner enthusiast, or family-friend : this fix is not happening and it's an engine out job! What a legend, pure tenacity and determination, coupled with logical steps to repair! By the way, get a soft cushion cover orsimilar for that edge of fiberglass in case you hit your head going in and out!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣 You've not mentioned it - but I bet you catch your head!🤣🤣🤣🤣 Now for the second half!

You probably didn’t hear me, but for a fair chunk of the video I’ve been screaming “the starter wires are too small! Put heavier wires on your started motor!”. That’s what’s causing the voltage drop.

Your content is the best on the internet. The step by step troubleshooting and great camera work is second to none. And no matter how perplexing, you never give up. You have my respect.

@timrobinson9978

Ай бұрын

I second this. Jon you have way more perseverance an patience that me dude! Thanks for giving us the satisfaction of a victory you earned.

Definitely change the oil asap! it's safe to assume that that if there was water in the cylinders, that some made it past the rings and is sitting in the bottom end, and after running i'm sure a lot of that junk made it down there too. Good save!!!

@fritzkabeano1969

Ай бұрын

Speaking of changing the oil.....you might want to check the outdrive oil and tell your brother he can crack it open and replace the brittle plastic water impeller before that takes a shit......

@stumpingrimy1686

Ай бұрын

whats the procedure for changing the oil? there a drain on the outside?

@rjhyou2821

Ай бұрын

@@stumpingrimy1686 My boat has a hose connected to the bottom of the engine. I can pull the hose through the drain plug of the boat and drain it easy peasy.

@DB-yj3qc

Ай бұрын

​@@stumpingrimy1686 Some you vacuum pump the oil out. It's great if it has the drain hose setup like other posted.

Ever think about taking a compression test? That engine needed to come out, taken apart cleaned up, cylinders honed and new rings installed along with complete inspection. You must enjoy wasting your time..But I am impressed with the starter bolt extraction. And also appreciate the time and and effort you put into make this video. It was too painful to watch til the end, I did make it an hour shaking my head the entire time. I could not leave it alone and watched the video to completion, it blew my mind and my hat is off to you. I could not believe my eyes never mind my ears. I just subscribed to your channel. You are living a blessed life!!!!!! If I could I would Saint you for your patience and Fortitude.

You are an amazing and loving brother. I hope they name a child after you.

I didn't know that Bosch made hammers.🍻

@kevinmills5293

Ай бұрын

It’s a hammer drill.

Your pain and frustration is our entertainment. The carb did have rust, so makes sense there was water there. Seriously, your troubleshooting is without equal. Thanks for taking us along.

Amazing perserverance. I thought like you that the engine was toast after looking at the bores. You must live your brother.

That starter bolt coming out is proof that the boat gods love you

I have two brothers, and three sisters. If you add up all the love that I have for all of them, it wouldn't be enough to warrant the amount of effort that you put into that engine! Truly impressive.

@qualitydirtmoving

Ай бұрын

I think he's charging him

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

😊😊😊😊😊

@TheGrimReaper1

Ай бұрын

@@qualitydirtmoving yes, a pint of beer and some fish and chips at a posh restaurant.😊

@Rorschach1024

Ай бұрын

To be fair, he is getting quality you-tube content, so....

I've had three boats, One outboard, one I/O and one inboard. Watching you struggle with limited access brought back some serious PTSD. 😱

I felt your pain and triumph when you got it to run. Man how awesome was getting that broken bolt out. I would not thought it possible. Just goes to show what perseverance can do. Your brother owes you big time, fishing trip and beer come to mind. Cheers John from County Durham,England

I felt that! That was a well-deserved "YES"!

Nice save! FWIW, the "air filter" is actually a spark arrestor. That's also why there are marine rated alternators. They typically have a fine mesh screen over all the openings so that should there be any spark, it can't ignite any fuel/air mixture that might be in the bilge. That's why you run the bilge blower for 5 minutes before starting the engine. Boats going boom is a Bad Thing(tm). Lived on a houseboat for 10 years. Had two 350ci Mercruiser engines and outdrives, and a 10KW Onan generator. BOAT == Break Out Another Thousand.

@jeffh4505

Ай бұрын

Yup. Boats don't need air filters, just like snowblowers. They run in a relatively clean environment, so no dirt and dust to keep out.

@JCWren

Ай бұрын

@@jeffh4505 Fortunately, pollen isn't very abrasive and burns fairly well in the presence of gasoline.

@anzakaleem7932

Ай бұрын

How did you comment two days ago when it was uploaded 2 hours ago? 😮

@JCWren

Ай бұрын

@@anzakaleem7932 Patreon members get videos 2 to 3 days early.

@jeffh4505

Ай бұрын

@@anzakaleem7932 I'm betting it's a paetreon pre-released video. Or @JCWren is magic.

That bolt removal is darn near a miracle.

An old mechanic told me this trick. A teaspoon of powdered laundry soap will clean up the cylinder pretty well. The best part of your video was the 10 minute joyride!

That moment when it finally turned over.... Worth every head bonk from that corner I'll bet.

A 454-powered pleasure craft rumbling around a small pond is oddly satisfying.

@jontisdall6248

22 күн бұрын

Small pond ? In the UK that'd be regarded as a lake, most likely with a bunch of people sailing dinghies and canoeing on it. Guess they aren't kidding when people say everything in the US of A is just bigger. Great video. Got my sub.

Fun fact, That is not an air filter as there is little to no particulates on the water they are not necessary. It is a flame arrester in case of a backfire. It prevents the ignition of gas vapors in the engine compartment, keeping the back of the boat from departing without warning.

@BoilermanMsla

Ай бұрын

Unscheduled Dis-Assembly

@systemsrenegade9888

Ай бұрын

just for warming the boat in winter.

Good morning, John. I rarely post comments... but this time I have to. I would like to congratulate you for your perseverance, your patience and your know-how. It's impressive ! 👍 I watched this video and didn't see the time passing... Without forgetting the quality of your videos! THANK YOU for all of this. Best regards from the south of France. Jean Claude

the fact that you even consider if it's "worthy" makes you one of my top 3 yt'ers; quality is what we always get, and still uploading weekly; thanks for that man!

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

Yep it's always a humerous trip watching Jon's videos......

Sorry dude, but the compressor "heart attack" was funny as hell. I know how it goes with that first hand. I love how you keep a video this length entertaining AND educational. Thanks for ALL the work you do. Watched all the way through.

You: rock the boat. Me: spontaneous laughter. I’ve had many boats, big to small. That was a new one to me.

I still think your name is Job instead of Jon. You sure do have an abundance of patience. The things we do for our brother. Keep on making these superb videos which are very entertaining. I always look forward for a new download from you.

A boat is a hole in the water that you pour money into. The only day that's better than the the day you buy it is the day you sell it.🍻

@TKing2724

Ай бұрын

If you said "boat stands for bust out another thousand" you would have named the boat cliche trifecta.

@ZanDeeMan

Ай бұрын

BOAT stands for Bust Out Another Thousand

@glenpaul3606

Ай бұрын

That is usually true, but I had a 1990 Hydrasport 2000DC...and it was the most awesome boat I'd ever ran. It was a sad day to see it go.

@rickdiego5

Ай бұрын

I bought a 1950 Bayliner cutty in 1986 brand new with a 305 Chevy and Volvo outdrive. I was out almost every weekend in the spring and summer and fall in mission Bay and San Diego Bay for 6 years. It did around 52 mph and I had it open all the time I was out unless I was in a five mile an hour zone. I used to take it out in the ocean and fly across the waves. The boat took a beating but I took really good care of it and when I got it home on the trailer I flushed the engine with fresh water and hosed the boat down and squeegeed it. I never had to do anything to it because I took care of it. I can't say what happened to John's brothers motor but the crud in the carburetor? The water and the intake? Hard to understand that unless the boat sunk and was pulled up out of the water and it was given some really dirty fuel. Anyway, if you get an old boat it's like an old car only worse You're going to have to put a lot of money into it. And if you don't take care of it no matter what it is it will fail.

@atienne_navarre

Ай бұрын

BOAT = BREAK OUT ANOTHER THOUSAND. Believe me I know...lol

That sign of relief and astonishment when you realized the bolt was out was akin to man harnessing fire for the first time.

I reckon this qualifies as a pretty fair example of - Brotherly Love!

“Don’t give up” will be your legacy John.. A very good one in these “throw away” days of our society.. Love your videos, and your attitude toward things! 🎉

@davidsmith-ih2kk

Ай бұрын

Me too.......

Dude the smile I had when you ACTUALLY put it in your pond! Fantastic job 👏

What an amazing save. As soon as I saw those crusty cylinders I thought there is no way that'll run. Simply amazing work. You have so much patience and perseverance to fix stuff and film it at the save time. Farmcraft 101 is the best! 💪🏻👨🏻‍🌾✌🏻

Jon you are simply amazing for sticking with it. And simply amazing that it runs so good! But, if I was your brother, I would SELL IT and split the proceeds with you.

I love the whispered “it’s actually working” when getting the stud out. Because god forbid that bolt hears you, it’ll break the easy out

One of the top 3 most satisfying engine starts in KZread history

If I were your “real” brother, I’d hand a “free and clear” title, to that boat, over to you for that amazing save on the boat. Most commercial shops, anywhere, would have looked inside those cylinders and said “you need a new engine”. Incredible save! (But we have it all on video, due to you having the patience of Jobe.)

I am shocked - but it was a 454 after all. One of the best engines in its day.

Man, I'm so glad you put that thing in the pond. I was so hoping you would. Made it all worth it. Great job. I thought you were screwed on that starter bolt.

It’s 2:30 AM Saturday morning in Tokyo and I can’t sleep.... enjoying watching John wrenching on a boat engine. Wishing I had a brother like him to assist with every sort of mechanical and electrical issues. Nice job!

@SlartiMarvinbartfast

Ай бұрын

His name is spelled Jon, not John. 🙂

@TKing2724

Ай бұрын

What is the future like?

@Marcus-george

Ай бұрын

There should be a Tokyo fan club. I always wait till Saturday morning to enjoy with breakfast. I had miso soup with my bacon and eggs and Jon.

@NineSun001

Ай бұрын

Saturday 01:00 AM in Germany here :D

I gotta say John, I am so impressed with the outcome of this! Not to mention your patience and determination ☺️

You need to buy a freakin' lottery ticket my friend!!!! I would have pulled the engine long before the transmission fluid...you are a real trooper!!

I was a bit disappointed when you said that you couldn't test it out in your pond, because it's too small, but looks like you never disappoint! Great video as always

Through the early 2000's my daily driver was a '76 Impala Wagon with a 454 I got for the price of "get it started and get it off my lawn and it's yours." Dropped a new battery in it, and it fired up with 5 year old gas. Ran it for almost a decade, and found out the best maintenance was to "not". Just change the oil and filters a couple times a year and run it often. What a great engine, tons of power. Get out on the highway, and it would pass everything but a gas station. Sold it to a guy who pulled the engine for a power boat build - the body was rusted beyond bothering with by that point. Miss the sound of that thing firing up in the morning, but the nieghbours don't.

This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on KZread. Even the wife watched it

- You deserve to have a nice long ride on your pond. Tie down steering wheel tight left, idle a bit high, open up a six pack. - Hope your brother gives Whack A Mole a very good detailed cleaning and polishing. That’s a beautiful boat.

Well, it’s not a Johnson, but…

@bobbg9041

Ай бұрын

That comment was just so Everudd!

@abnanAL

Ай бұрын

😘👋

We used to have the same Chaparral! I think I know what happened... Water likely collected around the tarp in the engine basin due to leaks in the back seat and engine compartment. If it sat for several summer seasons, a hole in the tarp might not be the issue. The water likely evaporated and collected underneath the tarp, especially since the high point was atop the carburetor, providing a direct path to seep through and collect in the engine. Tell your brother not to cover the engine like that anymore and cover the back seat with a big ass tarp instead. Fixing that leak would also be smart too. Good work Jon!

This video is making me feel better about myself. Can't wait until the end to see the results.

That was an incredible save!!!!! Still can't believe you got that bolt out! Great job and congrats!

No boats, No RV's, No Exceptions.

@bolski-uitlaatstore9130

Ай бұрын

Wes taught me the same.

@ronm3245

Ай бұрын

No phones, no lights, no motor cars. Not a single luxureee🎶

@tutekohe1361

Ай бұрын

That’s ‘Watch Wes Work’s’ workshop motto.

@85square

Ай бұрын

not an inboard outboard, i will get another boad eventually but it will be an outboard

@curtmossbarger.rollenthund5766

Ай бұрын

And your going to miss out on all the fun....😮 hey you to have fun every now and then.

Great recovery Jon! You didn't mention the greatest frustration about working on boats is that you are climbing in and out of them every 2 minutes to go get another wrench or something. Wow what a hassle they are to work on. You persevered so Kudos to you dude.

Can’t NOT BELIEVE you got that bolt out! I do a lot of marine wrenching, I appreciate your job!

You can say you’re lucky but persistence pays big dividends sometimes. I like your willingness not to give up.

The subtle innuendo in Jon’s commentary makes his videos that much better! Thanks for the random chuckles.

I really admire your tenacity and how you never seem to get upset even at the most frustrating things. That is an amazing quality. One of my favorite channels that I watch religiously.

What a result. Goes to show what patience and endurance along with the resourcefulness of a clever engineer can achieve. As for the so-called 'boat mechanic'....

Hey Buddy, Thats a NO WAKE ZONE..... Well done!!

@samgiamber7896

Ай бұрын

I admire your persistence and determination.You will not be defeated.

Hey Jon, get yourself a 'Bump Cap' . A Baseball like cap with a hard plastic liner, good for thes kind of jobs and when working under vehicles up on your lift. Believe me I know, haha. Many thanks for ALL your always interesting videos, from UK.

@jt9498

Ай бұрын

I was going to suggest using a pool noodle split over the edge of that protuberance! :)

@arcanewyrm6295

Ай бұрын

Those plastic bump liners can be bought separately and used in just about any ballcap. A company I used to work for allowed them as an alternative to a mandatory hard hat, and my liner fit every ballcap I had. They are trimmable if need be, to make them fit in the hat better. And they're pretty darn cheap.

Commitment and down-to-earth attitude are truly inspiring. Keep it up.

I think you got a world record for pulling out that broken bolt. No one on planet earth has been that lucky. NO ONE.

You are now a qualified marine mechanic, the same as I was in the 1970's

Compressor "heart attack" - 😂I think many of us know that feeling all to well. Not to mention working in crazy positions to loosen a bolt. Great video - again!

Your brother is lucky to have you😊

Your patience and tenacity Is so much more than the average person and the key to your success. Not to mention your mechanical flow of rational problem solving, near genius. Keep up the good work, your a pleasure to watch. I can't wait for the next video. Thanks, Chip

I almost forgot what he was working on! Such dedication!, easily my favorite channel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jon is a methodical, lucky, genius!

1 hour and 43 minutes...you just made my entire friday evening. Thank you Jon

Id be surprised if a mechanic would try that hard for a customer but maybe a few rare ones. That was dedication 👏

@wry569

Ай бұрын

Amen. That would have never happened at a boat shop. After the borescope, the engine would have been trashed

@samuelbeckett4632

Ай бұрын

Can confirm this is absolutely correct; dealer took my money & still didn't solve the problems. You may struggle with a DIY option, but you'll always win with knowledge.

@donhappel9566

Ай бұрын

Would you be willing as a customer to pay a tech the $125-$250/hr to experiment? What happens when he's 4 hrs into it and you find it's not repairable? As a shop owner, would you be willing to take the liability for putting out a job like that into the field? The answer to both of these is generally NO, which is why most shops won't do such work and would just say put in a new motor. Which, btw, is actually pretty easy on something like this.

@ryanjohnson8340

Ай бұрын

The repair would cost more than the boat is worth.

By the way, that RUN OFF switch on the throttle assembly is actually meant for a dead man's lanyard, usually they're thrown in the glove box the day the boat is delivered and never seen again. The mercruiser style one is just a loop that gets stuck in there and if it's pulled out it flips the switch off.

Outstanding work John , so frustrating, I would have given up. Nice to see the seals weren’t harmed again.😂. Your brother should be very thankful

Jon is like that kid you told NO and he kept doing it anyway, LoL. You sir are relentless, that was a lot of hard work, excellent diagnosing and once again, an amazing video.

Well done Jon. You made me laugh, you made me cry, and it even had a happy ending. Your brothers owes you big time.

Mate, does your brother owe you. A boat mechanic would have just pulled that engine. You’ve got great perseverance. Sounded great. Next thing is the service of the leg. Cheers from Australia.

Wow, impressive, I would've never imagined that engine could run again.

I don't know how many times I used another 4-letter word. Locked up, rusted cylinders, carburetor, bolt, no spark, etc. It was an impossible ask that you totally nailed! Always appreciate the Frankenstein tools. The ups and downs...this video had it all!!

You have seriously impressive trouble shooting skills…..and the determination of a competitive athlete with the patience of a saint. I enjoy your videos immensely.

Amazing. Looking at the rusty cylinders and valves I didn’t give that 454 hope to be anything other than a boat anchor. You know the best two days of a boat owner’s life… the day they get it… and the day they get rid of it 😂😂.

Heck yeah Jon nice to hear that 454 Big Block running oh how sweet the sound is 1:29:01 @FarmCraft101

Sometimes you are so unlucky with things, but in the end you work miracles. Great job.

There is no greater feeling then seeing the easy-out back out with bolt intact. Great work. Cheers.

Great job Jon! I wonder how many people on the lake will think the name is a play on "guacamole"! Obviously, those who know the truth will raise a toast to you as she cruises by.

Your brother owes ya one or two. I’m amazed that engine ever ran again. Great work

Old chevys never die....keep up your good work John.. its amazing.