Specs.docx

1) GENERAL:

A. The airboat shall be fully operational upon acceptance.

B. The airboat shall conform to all federal and marine safety regulations.

C. The airboat shall be constructed in accordance with or exceed industry standards for this type of vessel. Reconditioned or used parts will not be accepted.

D. The airboat shall be only constructed with 5086 Marine grade aluminum alloy only.

E. The airboat will be designated for year-round operation in lakes, rivers, swamps, bays, and mudflats.

2) HULL: V-CRIMPED SIDES - Standard Automotive

A. Hull shall be 15' long with an 8' beam, with V-crimped sides.

B. Hull bottom to be one piece, with no splicing.

C. 24" sides and 22" Transom, at center height.

D. Hull bottom: .190 = (3/16"} 5086 Marine Grade Aluminum -Turning Chime bottom E. Transom: .190 = (3/16") 5086 Marine Grade Aluminum.

F. Bulkhead, bow cap and sides: .125 = (1/8") 5086 Marine Grade Aluminum.

G. 1/4" UHMW black polymer installed w/stainless steel counter sink screws H. 7 - 2"x 2" x 1/4" aluminum T-bar stringers I. .190 Aluminum gussets on every T-bar, at transom.

J. .190 Aluminum gussets under transom splash plate.

K. 10" transom splashplate - reduces/ eliminates backwash L. 6" painted walkarounds w/non skid surface.

M. 1-3" Aluminum I-Beam cross braces.

N. All walkable decking areas to have non-skid surface.

0. 16" x 26" recessed aluminum deck lid w/ stainless steel lock and hydraulic lift cylinders.

P. Two 1" drain plugs.

Q. Heavy-duty stainless-steel bow eye.

R. Reinforced transom tied down eyes

3) GRASS RAKE: FLAT TOP

A. 24" Aluminum grass rake w/ step, non-skid, side LED navigation lights.

B. Grass rake to be constructed of .125 5052 Aluminum.

C. Covered nose roll w/ rhino-non- skid surface.

D. Coast Guard approved shark eyes navigation lights (wired on separate toggle switch).

E. 40" LED Light bar mounted in rake with lexan.

4) SEATING: Stainless Steel

A. Single side by side operator seating w/steering stick at left of operator - Aluminum box with dual openings under operator seating.

8. Standard operator seating height (36") C. Triple front passenger seating with tote basket D. UPII Marine grade vinyl seat covers and rain cover - Charcoal E. Seat frames to be made of 1" x 1" x .065 wall stainless steel tubing.

F. Step plates shall be installed in appropriate areas for safe access to operator seating.

G. Welded on handles for all seating H. Led lighting under each floor board

5) PROPELLER GUARD: Stainless Steel Upgrade

A. Propeller guard shall be stainless steel B. Guard to fit 82" propeller with a minimum clearance of 3".

C. Guard fabricated of 7/8' and 1" stainless-steel tubing.

D. Wire on propeller guard to be 2" x 4" stainless steel heavy gauge wire, welded E. Propeller shroud shall extend all the way down to deck on both sides for safety.

F. Guard to be separate part of engine stand and be removable to work on vessel/ engine.

G. (2) Access doors on either side of propeller guard w / hydraulic shocks.

H. 4-1/2" LED lights installed on Propeller Guard with control on instrument panel or equal quality I. Stainless steel tabs welded onto prop guard for installation of steering with rubber coated aluminum clamps - No Tie Wraps J. USCG approved 360 degree LED white nav light installed on cage - mount inside cage area K. Light bar tabs installed and prewired

6) ENGINE STAND: - Stainless Steel

A. Engine stand to be setup for Century Drive System CH 3 2.3 to 1 belt drive.

B. 1- ¼" and x 1-1/4" .065 wall stainless steel square tube (18 gauge).

C. Four mounting points for automotive engine.

D. All mounts to be shock mounted to prevent vibration.

E. Mounting brackets to be incorporated into engine stand for fuel tank and batteries.

7) ENGINE:

A. PCM 7.4 LSX motor w/ Livorsi electronic throttle B. Stainless steel exhaust with Magna Flow mufflers C. Exhaust flex pipe shall be 3" diameter and made of heavy duty, high-quality stainless- steel pipe.

D. 3'.' stainless steel exhaust pipe through hull E. New electric starter and alternator.

F. Heavy-duty stainless-steel headers with high performance exhaust gaskets.

G. Fuel filter, with water separator.

H. Machined HD Flywheel.

8) PROPELLER:

A. 82" 3 - blade wide carbon fiber JX series propeller to match engine.

B. Pitch shall be determined by the vessel manufacturer as best suited for the boat to assure maximum operation efficiency.

C. More power (thrust) and less speed is essential.

9} BELT REDUCTION UNIT:

A. Century Drive Systems CH 3 to 2.3 to 1 Belt drive, with Black Hawk Belt.

10) RUDDERS / CONTROLS:

A. 2' X 60" foam filled rudders with (4) nylon bushings, (8) heims joints, 5' stainless steel rudder rods.

B. Steering handle with grip to be located on the driver's left side.

C. Throttle pedal to be located on the driver's foot stand and to be operated with driver's right foot.

D. livorsi Electronic Throttle E. Stainless steel heims joints, lock rings, argutto bearings.

F. Tie wraps will not be accepted.

11) INSTRUMENT CONSOLE: STANDARD CENTER PANEL

A. Aluminum instrument console with Teleflex lighted marine gauges (tachometer, oil pressure, voltmeter, temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and hour meter).

B. Marine Keyed ignition switch, with tethered safety kill switch.

C. Rubber booted toggle switches labeled and lighted switches for navigation lights and accessories.

D. (1) accessory outlet mounted in panel.

E. Bubble Breakers

12) ACCESSORIES:

A. (1) 2000 GPH automatic bilge pump with toggle switch mounted on the instrument panel

13) ELECTRICAL:

A. Single battery with selector switch - mount switch between rear triple passenger seating B. Battery shall be encased in coast guard approved battery box, with tied downs. Boxes shall be mounted behind driver/ passenger seats. Accessibility is essential.

C. All current wire shall be 10 gauge in diameter.

D. All wires shall be encased in convoluted - high abrasive tubing.

E. Powered by a 250 amp Marine Alternator - (Self exciting type).

14) FUEL TANK:

A. The airboat shall be equipped with a 40-gallon fuel tank mounted to the hull, under the engine stand.

B. The fuel tank will have a remote fuel fill and the fuel filler neck shall be accessible from ground level.

C. The fuel tank shall be constructed of 5052 grade aluminum, with baffles.

15) COOLING SYSTEM: Standard Bottom Mounted

A. The radiator shall be a large AFCO Dual Pass B. Radiator shall be mounted low in the vessel and have sufficient cooling capacity to maintain correct operating temperature under winter / summer conditions, under maximum engine load.

C. Radiator shall be mounted on engine stand, with separate shock/ vibration mounts.

D. Large heavy duty Hayden oil cooler with braided oil lines and AN fittings.

E. Heavy Duty Marine grade coolant hoses.

16) UPHOLSTERY:

A. Seat cushions - Choice of Standard Colors B. Rain covers - Choice of Standard Colors

17) PAINT/ POWDER COATING - List Standard Colors

· Instrument Panel

· Expansion and overflow tank

· Throttle Pedal Bracket

· Remote Fuel Fill Bracket

· Cross Brace

· Side by side aluminum box

· All walking areas will be non-skid - Choice of Color

· Rear seating floorboard to be non-skid - Choice of Color

· No painted stripe on sides of hull

· Battery Switch Plate

· Webbing

18) MANUALS:

A. Manufacturer will provide an owner's manual/ operators manual which includes break-in procedures, maintenance intervals, recommended parts, and procedures for safe operation of all components. Builder will provide purchaser with (2) copies of above mentioned manuals.

19) WARRANTY:

A. Manufacturer will provide standard manufactured warranty for boat, engine, and trailer.

B. Hull will have a lifetime warranty for original owner against any manufacturing defects.

C. Engine - Minimum of (3) year/ 200 hours through manufacturer.

D. Trailer -Minimum of (1) year thru manufacturer.

E. Propeller - Minimum of (1) year.

F. Equipment and accessories- Minimum of (1) year.

20) TRAILER

A. Galvanized Airboat Trailer B. Single 5,2001b galvanized axles C. 15" galvanized spare tire with mount, mounted directly behind winch.

D. 15" galvanized rims with marine grade bearing buddies.

E. Heavy duty tongue jack with wheel.

F. Rear easy load ramps w/ rollers and stainless-steel pins G. Tongue shall mount on 2" ball with plug in wire harness.

H. (2) Safety chains and submersible lighting shall comply with Federal and State regulations.

I. Bow stop and heavy-duty winch with nylon strap.

J. All tires shall conform to all Federal and State specifications.

K. Heavy duty speed winch, which meets or exceeds weight of vessel.

L. Heavy duty fenders w/ sidesteps.

M. Transom Tie-down straps N. Disc Brakes