IMP Boats Information

Discussion in 'Powerboats' started by JKE, Jan 17, 2005.

  1. dlpiercy
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    dlpiercy New Member

    dlpiercy

    hey everyone, brand new on forum, i just bought 77 20' inca cutty, with like new tandum trailer, will pick it up tomorrow?? she looks real good but has been out of water for several years. dealer has been real helpful in getting it ready for test drive, he has rebuilt the 4-barrel carb, and found some wiring loose in ignition. it started ,engine sounds really strong (260 350 chev merc out drive), went to put her in and lower unit would not trim , lower unit oil took care of that problem, so we again started the boat, and the mech. was unhooking from trailer, boat died, would not start, hooked her back up, and back to dealership we go. put in new battery and she started rght up, back to boat ramp, yep your right would not start, the dealer is putting on new starter in mourning, and im hoping i will get test ride. i haven't paid yet, but regardless i will buy the boat, i have owned many boats in my 67 years and this one has me more excited than all the others put together and i too. have a lot of work ahead of me . i see everyone has a problem with manuals, me too, will let you all know if i get a ride tomorrow. im sure happy i found this sight:,
     
  2. Dot
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    Dot Junior Member

    IMP For Sale

    For Sale

    1971 IMP Navajo 18'. In great shape! Newer upholstery and carpet. OMC V-6 I/O. Comes with trailer. Been in family for 5 years and knew previous owner. We have a new baby - need to sell to pay for family car!

    $1800 OBO. In Arizona. Please post here if interested.
     
  3. jesinla
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    jesinla Junior Member

    Do you have any pictures of the 1971 IMP for sale?
     
  4. Dot
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    jesinla - I will have to take some and get them to you. She's all covered up from the winter still (didn't take her out while I was hugely pregnant LOL). So I will work on that for you and post back ASAP.
     
  5. Dot
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    Dot Junior Member

    IMP For Sale

    Here's pics of my 71 IMP Navajo for sale:
     

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  6. RPM555
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    RPM555 New Member

    Understanding propeller numbers

    Hi all,

    I purchased my first boat last fall. It is a 1985 IMP Cuddy Cabin model X 215 SC repowered in the late 90's with a 260 HP motor and Alpha 1 outdrive. Took it out one time last year and ran into shallow water between two islands and chewed up my prop prettty badly. The boat came with several other used props and I have been looking online for more. My dilema is that the props have a series of numbers usually starting with "48" and ending with "17" or "19". I understand that the 17 or 19 refers to pitch, but what the heck do all of the other numbers mean. I believe that with my motor and Alpha 1 outdrive, that I am to use a prop that is 14 1/2" wide with a pitch between 17 and 19. Is there a chart anywhere online that explains what all of these different numbers mean? I have looked at new and used props for sale on ebay and the numbers get confusing. I tried using Google to find a Mercury propeller chart and can't find anything. Any suggestions?

    Thanks,

    James
     
  7. smac6
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    smac6 New Member

    Props

    There's a ton of site on the net that explains what the various numbers mean, how to choose a prop etc. See the link below to get started.

    http://www.props.net/
     
  8. RPM555
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    smac6

    Thanks for the reply. That is a great site and their prop information is super. Still can't find out what all of the numbers mean on the Mercury props. Perhaps they are merely part numbers and have no significance as to the prop itself.
     
  9. Jeffbo
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    1974 Imp Inca

    I have a 74 inca that I bought this past spring for a project. I have not been able to work on it yet and the future doesn't look good either. If anyone is interested a project boat please e-mail me and I will send you pictures. The boat has a Chris-Craft marine engine. It is a 350 with alluminum valve covers on it and the one valve cover has a Corvette emblem with the crossed flags on it. It has through hull exhaust and it has a Volovo-Penta 280 out drive.

    If interested email me at ( jeffbo@gpco.com )
     
  10. teasdale
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    My first post and first boat

    Hello all. I just purchased a 1969 IMP Navajo Deep V Classic. This is the first boat I've ever owned. It's going to need a lot of work, but I believe it will be worth the $900 I spent on it. The hull looks to be in great shape. It's going to need to be gutted and refinished inside. That part I could handle pretty easily. Now the engine is the complete opposite. It's suppose to be a 1969 327 corvette engine. Not sure if this is true. The previous owner said he hasn't had it out on the water in about 6 years. Not sure if the motor will be any good anymore. I checked the oil and it had a little dis-coloration in it. Probably water. Hopefully it came in through the dip stick. My question is, do I spend the money rebuilding this engine or try to find a used one and stick it in? Where would I begin to look for a used marine engine. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I've attached a few photos also. Let me know what you all think.
     

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  11. marybethh
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    selling a 1968 IMP hardtop

    Hello - I'm new to this forum, and wanted to see if anyone had any insight for me. My husband is selling his 1968 IMP 18' hardtop. It's an oceanic deep V with a 185 HP Chevy V8. It runs but needs interior work. Does anyone have an idea where I could post it for sale? OR what the going prices are?

    Thanks
    MB
     
  12. jesinla
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    jesinla Junior Member

    Personally, I would try boattraders.com. It is hard to estimate the value of a boat that age and it definately depends on condition, but if it is a classic like many IMP are, you can usually get a few thousand for one.
     
  13. NadaBoring
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    NadaBoring Two Time IMP Owner

    Hi Teasdale. You've taken on quite a load. For reference as to what your boat should look like, check out the Navajo for sale just above your post. As to the engine, I'd give it a chance before I rebuilt it. Take off the heads and replace the gaskets would be my first priority. The carb might be okay with a rebuild kit, but it also might need to be replaced. But, doing the engine might be getting ahead of yourself. Check your gas tank and see what shape it's in. Drain the fuel in it and check for crud. These engines are remarkably resilient. Sometimes it doesn't take much to bring them back. We (my partner and I) purchased a '73 Aztec in '04 and our engine had not been run in years. We replaced the oil and it fired right up (with a bit of coaxing and priming) but we did have to replace our carbuerator. Our gas tank was in bad shape as was the well in which it sits. Ours of course was midship but I believe yours will beback behind the engine. These Navajo's are great little boats. The exterior paint should come back with vigorous rubbing with compounds and polishes. Remember, you have to get the gel coat warm while rubbing in order to get it back to good looking. Good luck with your project. Ours was in much better condition and I doubt we would have had the energy to tackle a project boat such as yours. But, once you get it restored you'll have a real gem and a classic boat on your hands. Best,

    John

     
  14. c602
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    Motor Flush Kit

    New to the site hope I am doing it right. Just purchased a 74 Imp Aztec Hard Top. Its in great shape. Does anyone know where I can purchase a motor flushing adapter. My buddy has one but finding one to buy is hard. I need one for a OMC 225 HP. The water intake is not on the sides of the outdrive but underneath. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance

    C602
     

  15. jmcaldw1
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    Data plate

    Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum. I just purchased an Aztec from an auction, and I'm trying to find some information on it. If anyone could tell me where I can find some numbers or a data plate on this boat it would be wonderful. It's a project boat and I'm looking forward to getting started on it.
     
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