1977 Chris-Craft 30' Commander Sportsman Retrofitted with NOS 2005 Crusader 8.1L Marine Engines
Lakeland Auto & Marine
August 17, 2024
This video is an overview of the repower of this vessel. Extensive work was done including sourcing the NOS 2005 Crusader 8.1L engines, using ZF 68A 2.0:1 transmissions, 1-1/2 shafts and 19x22 4 blade props. Performance was outstanding. 3100 RPM was 28 MPH and wide open throttle achieved 39 MPH @ 4900 RPM. Boat performed flawless in every way and the custom old school Chris-Craft gauges made this ultra rare Ray Hunt hull stand out. Tons of custom work including fabricating new aluminum engine chassis.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk8X5qO_9pM
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@tom johncock
Thanks for your very kind words!
The amount of fiberglass reconstruction in the bilge of this Sportsman was absolutely monumental but the results were well worth all the itching.