Might be time to try some food dye in the tanks to see which, if any, are leaking. There are also leak detector dyes that work very well with a...
That's a tough one. Generally induction heaters rectify A/C voltage into DC and rapidly switch the DC to create the induction. I would say if...
Interesting points. I agree with the KISS principle but not where its keeping it to a low reliability point also. The failure rate of a...
Maybe I need to make up a schematic? 1) Not sure why you think I'm talking about not making the pump automatic? I'm talking about using the...
Don't wait until spring. If you don't have the time hire an EXPERIENCED DD mechanic to come out for a couple of hours and check everything. And...
I'm thinking about changing my bilge pump wiring so that the power switching is done by a bosch type relay instead of the float switch or...
Yeah that's the question. Does 480 (metric) hp at 3400 rpm in a light engine equate to 450hp in an engine twice it's weight. These engines have...
The 6C or 450C is the older mechanical style. QSB (5.9L) is available in 480hp in a recreational rating QSC (8.3L) is currently available...
What hp engine would you be replacing with the B-series? And what hp B-series. 480? I keep looking at them to replace my 450 hp 671 TI's but...
They make a nylon tubing for hydraulic steering. You can buy it in bulk. Make sure whatever tubing you use is rated for the correct psi. You...
That's 7 hours per shift! Those cruise ship crews must be tough to endure that. It's a nice story but they were on the bay in less than 50 knot...
Check with the manufacturer of the pipe. It should clearly labeled as to the manufacturer and rating of the pipe. It certainly sounds like they...
Interesting story. Seems like we didn't get winds that strong on the Chesapeake during that time. Thomas Pt Light didn't report anything near 80...
It's not the fuel filters. It's too much diesel not too little. It might be the air filters. I'd definitely check them though because they...
I really don't see much wiggle room for the tow boat captain. Once he takes the vessel in tow the sailboat captain has no control over his...
It's possible but not likely. What type of isolator? Transistor or mechanical? What do you mean by "Killed"? Did the all end up at the same...
Do any of the larger yachts use forward scan sonar with alarms? It would seem to me that it would be worth the money on these larger yachts. It...
So we can better answer your question please list everything you need 120V for. In that size boat you generally only need a generator for Air...
Your range may be an issue with going from Ocean City MD, to Norfolk. How much fuel do you carry? Gas or Diesel? Its a long run south from OC...
Many people around here use the small honda's on their swim platform. They are very quiet and very efficient.
