X-14/X-14v owners & enthusiasts thread

[Krw1225]

Yes, mine reads full all the time. The sender is pushing out 2.53V when it is out of the tank, and that’s not correct. So, I’m going to order the new sender.

New sender appears to have done the trick! I plugged the new sender out of the tank, and gauges went to 0%\E and low fuel warning came on. Installed the sender in the tank and went from E to full. (Has just gotten back to dock from marina topping the tank off). Hopefully next weekend, after a little use, will see if gauge moves (it does when I slide the sender out of the tank slowly).

Thanks for all the help on this repair! Now onto the rudder seal and blower hose.

[Krw1225]

Thank you. To clarify, I was saying that since these are dripless (I believe), if I see water leaking from there, it’s bad news and need of replacement. Correct? Glad to hear it might not be super expensive...

Ok, I’m attaching a a couple YouTube videos I did yesterday. First one is of the dripless seal shaft when I was in gear, but basically idle speed (not sure if speed makes a difference for leak detection).

https://youtu.be/dF8UTn70mXM

I feel like the water is coming in from behind that, probably rudder seal? Here’s a video I took from the outside of the rudder. It has some wiggle to it, wondering if I can put some grease in the zirc fitting?

https://youtu.be/X3maVUgg0JM

I’ll also throw a couple of pictures I took below.

[Ironhorse]

Thank you. To clarify, I was saying that since these are dripless (I believe), if I see water leaking from there, it’s bad news and need of replacement. Correct? Glad to hear it might not be super expensive...

Yes that is correct. If you have dripping from the dripless, you need a new shaft seal. I had the same issue on mine.

[Krw1225]

They are dripless but the shaft seal can still wear out and require replacement. I had mine done at the dealer and it wasn't crazy expensive.

Thank you. To clarify, I was saying that since these are dripless (I believe), if I see water leaking from there, it’s bad news and need of replacement. Correct? Glad to hear it might not be super expensive...

[Ironhorse]

They are dripless but the shaft seal can still wear out and require replacement. I had mine done at the dealer and it wasn't crazy expensive.

[Krw1225]

The non V has a compartment hatch between the dog house and the rear seat. You can run the boat and check very easily. I had to have my seal replaced as well.

Thank you both. So if I see any water coming from there = bad news? I think JohnE told me these are dripless shafts???

[Ironhorse]

Unfortunately I went through this last summer with our 14V.
1) I never looked at them closely, but the bilge pumps have an internal switch or float. The auto function of mine were fixed by cleaning them - no need to replace.
2) My leak was only visible when the motor was running, or had been recently turned off. You have to be a contortionist to see the shaft seal on the 14V. I'm not aware of being able to fix it by repacking - the dealer replaced the whole thing.
3) the repair is expensive on the X-14V because there is even less access room under the block than the usual V Drive boats. I hope it's easier for you on the X-14 if that is the problem.

The non V has a compartment hatch between the dog house and the rear seat. You can run the boat and check very easily. I had to have my seal replaced as well.

[rtw_travel1]

1. Does the bilge pump have a float, or will I most likely need to replace the entire pump?
2. In the past I’ve read about people pumping more grease into rudder seal, or shaft packing/drip less shafts. Do either of these apply to x-14, or what to check/look for?
3. Best way/place to trouble shoot water leaking in while on lake? Can I do it from lift with boat in water, or do I need to be moving, etc?

Thanks in advance!

Unfortunately I went through this last summer with our 14V.
1) I never looked at them closely, but the bilge pumps have an internal switch or float. The auto function of mine were fixed by cleaning them - no need to replace.
2) My leak was only visible when the motor was running, or had been recently turned off. You have to be a contortionist to see the shaft seal on the 14V. I'm not aware of being able to fix it by repacking - the dealer replaced the whole thing.
3) the repair is expensive on the X-14V because there is even less access room under the block than the usual V Drive boats. I hope it's easier for you on the X-14 if that is the problem.

[Ironhorse]

KRW - put water in the boat when its on the trailer and look for the area that it comes out. If nothing, then drain and try on the lake.

[Krw1225]

So as I was putting the boat up for the weekend, I noticed a little more water in the bilge than normal... ugh. The amount should have kicked on the auto bilge pump I would think but did not. I didn’t think to turn the switch to manual first, I instead pulled the plug to drain instead. As I’ve been working on the fuel sending unit issue, I’ve noticed some water accumulation towards the stern (by tank/rudder area). Next time at the lake, I’m going to make sure the bilge is dry (probably use my wet vac). A couple of questions:

1. Does the bilge pump have a float, or will I most likely need to replace the entire pump?
2. In the past I’ve read about people pumping more grease into rudder seal, or shaft packing/drip less shafts. Do either of these apply to x-14, or what to check/look for?
3. Best way/place to trouble shoot water leaking in while on lake? Can I do it from lift with boat in water, or do I need to be moving, etc?

Thanks in advance!

[Rhob88]

Was there a post on the lenco part # for the center tab actuator , my 2010 c-14v needs one and its on my lift and hard to read

[trunderw]

I've pulled barefooters with mine and it was in that 42 range. I recorded from my boat a barefooter in a 190 beside me and he left me. OJ told me there's a different prop that will add a few mph and reduce rpm at ski speed. There's likely a prop option for the rtp that would do the same.
I'm gonna say 75 mph will be hard unless another boat pulls you up on plane then let's you go 😂

[TDOT]

nice video! I will probably take it out this weekend.

[93Prostar190]

Looking at my last post it looks like I am trying to sell my boat to some redneck who wants a speed boat... Now although I cannot confirm or deny his redneckedness… He is looking to barefoot the boat and is looking to pull 41-43mph.

I have an MCX 214 with Mini-Tower (I mention 214 since it lacks the weight of ballast) and a smaller tower weighs less.

With that said we run 43-44 with the MCX, there is a video of DoubleD barefooting it here ....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0FI4Au8mX8 (phenomenal boat driving btw)

The RTP may be a little less than the MCX .... but I would expect 39-41

Barefooters like the shape of the wake I have been told.

[Double D]

Looking at my last post it looks like I am trying to sell my boat to some redneck who wants a speed boat... Now although I cannot confirm or deny his redneckedness… He is looking to barefoot the boat and is looking to pull 41-43mph.

No clue with the RTP. Run her!!