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  1. Joe McKairnes, May 24, 2021
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    Joe McKairnes

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    ran 3 hours on AP and everything was fine until about 2 minutes from home port - Port engine revved up, then went to almost idle - Starboard engine stayed fine (master). tried a few times - same issue...

    Any thoughts as to what is causing this?
  2. MBevins, May 24, 2021
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    It's actually your engine synchronizer. They're basically mechanical so first things first, check all the linkage points on the unit. Then the engine linkage.
    If that's all good check back for further instructions.
  3. Joe McKairnes, May 24, 2021
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    I checked the 90 degree joint at the engine, greased them. Then disconnected each tach cable... they turn freely.... anything else I should check?
  4. MBevins, May 24, 2021
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    Did you inspect the actual unit?
    Baring any linkage issues at the unit, your best to call Glendenning's service department. They are extremely helpful and might be able to point you at a particular item.
  5. YachtForums, May 24, 2021
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    Glendinning notified. :)
  6. MBevins, May 24, 2021
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    Thanks Carl.
  7. Joe McKairnes, May 24, 2021
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    Thank you all! I did send a note in... awaiting response..I really do like the unit.. hoping to figure it out as I have some long offshore runs coming up!
  8. Joe McKairnes, May 24, 2021
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    This forum is the greatest!!
  9. Robertoman, May 24, 2021
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    What was it?
  10. Joe McKairnes, May 25, 2021
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    Still troubleshooting...
  11. CGlendinning, May 25, 2021
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    Hi Joe- I just spoke to Rick our Synchronizer guru here at Glendinning and he told me he is currently troubleshooitng your unit. Hopefully he can help you find a solution shortly!
  12. Joe McKairnes, May 25, 2021
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    You guys are great..appreciate the help... great company... great product!
  13. Joe McKairnes, Jun 29, 2021
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    turns out the failure was at the 90 degree adapter at the front of the Yanmar engine. Got a new one coming.... man I miss this great feature!