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Epic Forum / Re: Hot water coming up underneath the floor under the dash!

« Last post by Epic Dave on July 20, 2023, 19:45:03 pm »

Sounds like a leaking heater core. Very common after winterization.

You have several options:
1) ($) If you don't need the heater, block off the inlet/outlets at the engine or install a short loop hose between the two.

2) ($$) I got a new, improved core copper tube core from Zoro a couple years ago that fit the old heater box almost perfectly - just needed one slight modification. That costs around $100.
http://www.epicmarine.com/forum/index.php?topic=2957.msg21584#msg21584
https://www.zoro.com/maradyne-tubefin-heater-coil-16-ta8000437/i/G8055419/?q=G8055419

Unfortunately, it looks like Zoro is out of stock or no longer carries it. This might be the same one, but you would need to verify:
https://www.boat-heaters.com/47032-maradyne-marine-replacement-core-for-stoker-16-heater.html

3) ($$$) Replace the whole unit with a new, improved Heatercraft unit for around $350.
https://innerdemonmotorsports.com/products/300-series?variant=41253739790514

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Test Board / Re: New Mellinium Dash

« Last post by Capt Rick on July 20, 2023, 00:50:21 am »

I have one complete Dash with good new Gauges needs MMDC and reuse wire harness.

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Epic Forum / Re: Hot water coming up underneath the floor under the dash!

« Last post by Capt Rick on July 19, 2023, 20:01:06 pm »

Do you have a heater ? What is hull id number

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Epic Forum / Hot water coming up underneath the floor under the dash!

« Last post by UtahEpic2000 on July 19, 2023, 18:57:27 pm »

I’ve been a happy owner of a 2000 X22 for three years. After dewinterizing it and getting out on the lake for the first time last month I’ve been taking on a lot of water and have to bilge out about 15 to 20 gallons per four hour period.  It’s concerning. I’m

 The weird thing is is that there is hot water coming up underneath the front corner below the dashboard underneath the carpet. It is very hot, even uncomfortable for my feet. It begins immediately once the engine is running, and we are moving.

I’ve taken apart the coverings , but all of it is hidden. So I can’t tell what the heck is going on. Any ideas? It must be something coming from the engine to get that hot but I don’t know why it would be underneath my feet just below the cupholder on the driver side of the boat.

Any suggestions or has anyone dealt with this before? I’m at a loss.

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Epic Forum / Re: Replace 7 Gauge set with Analog and alarm for oil and hot exhaust manifold's.

« Last post by Capt Rick on July 18, 2023, 20:41:14 pm »

I have some original gauges but must have a good MDC

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Epic Forum / Re: Boat won't rev up. Engine stumbles when trying to accelerate

« Last post by ColdNorth on July 18, 2023, 05:35:37 am »

Thanks for those steps Capt. Before I saw your post, we ran to town and purchased some items. Here is what we did:
1. Replaced plugs. All plugs coming out were still white almost like new. Consistent in color. - No Change
2. Sprayed the MAF sensor for the first time ever. - No Change
3. Replaced the fuel filter. Old one had rust and we tapped it around a bit and dark bits fell out. - Problem solved. Runs perfect.

I was not so confident the fuel filter was the problem but it was. Guess the boat got a tune up out of the deal.

Thank you again.

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Epic Forum / Re: Boat won't rev up. Engine stumbles when trying to accelerate

« Last post by Capt Rick on July 18, 2023, 01:32:04 am »

1. go to get mass air flow cleaner.
2. take a picture of the way the label is on MAF sensor
Remove and spray alot on the inside.
let it dry and install.
3. Install new spark plugs keeping the order of the plugs as you remove them.
4. Place vise crips on fule return line located on fuel pumps side goes back to tank.
5. Remove air instake with #10 socket. move throttle cable from idel to full does the metal Flap open and shut( engine off)
Do each step and test
Does it ideal above 1000 rpm if so does the light stay on?

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Epic Forum / Boat won't rev up. Engine stumbles when trying to accelerate

« Last post by ColdNorth on July 17, 2023, 22:09:37 pm »

First run of the year. Boat started but stumbles. Put in forward or reverse and engine will stumble, sometimes die. In neutral, it won't rev up. Maximum rpm is below 1000. However, if I pull the cable to the MAF, I can get it up to nearly 2000 rpm and hold, but if I try higher, it stumbles back below 500 rpm. It will die when I plug in my MAF again. With the MAF plugged in, it stumbles along at 200 - 300 rpm. No power at all if I put it in gear  / quits. Not much more with MAF plugged in.
I pulled a couple of plugs. Very clean. Plugs are old (more than 10 years) but look like new.
I am not sure I am getting sufficient fuel. Is there a way to check without a gauge?
Boat has run near flawless. Currently has 480 hours. 2000 epic x22. Ran perfect before I garaged it last fall. I have had it for more than 15 wonderful years.
Also, I have never changed my fuel filter... guilty.
I am about to go grab new plugs and filter but not confident that is my issue. I am feeling it is fuel related.
Any thoughts out there epic magicians? Of course the grand kids are lined up on the dock...

My apologies if there is a similar topic. I searched and did not find / recognize my answer.

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Epic Forum / Re: Replace 7 Gauge set with Analog and alarm for oil and hot exhaust manifold's.

« Last post by Capt Rick on July 14, 2023, 00:35:25 am »

I have been able to get a set of factory new gauges. In my stock. You can place order online but need to send old gauges and MDC So I can make it work.

Email me Boatetrade@aol.com

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Epic Forum / Toyota Decals

« Last post by Billy on July 13, 2023, 11:23:13 am »

The T in my T O Y O T A has fallen off and I'm wondering if anyone knows where to get a good replacement?

I'm also not opposed to sticking toyota car badges somewhere on the boat too if anyone knows some good looking ones.