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Forum: Electrical 03-26-2024, 12:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 269
Posted By ndutton
My take is it is not technically internally...

My take is it is not technically internally regulated but rather its integral regulator is piggybacked externally like the Motorola alternators. On the Motorolas the regulator also serves as a...
Forum: Exhaust System 03-15-2024, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 200
Posted By ndutton
Again, exactly correct. Further, no anti-siphon...

Again, exactly correct. Further, no anti-siphon is necessary with the MMI standpipe system. There's no harm in having one if you want but there's no real benefit. Notice in the drawing the exhaust...
Forum: Cooling System 03-05-2024, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By whalechaser
Thanks, I sandblasted it and brought it to a...

Thanks, I sandblasted it and brought it to a metal fab shop, they brazed it for $50.

Cheers,

Chris
Forum: Cooling System 03-04-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By Dave Neptune
First I would wire brush it a bit to confirm if...

First I would wire brush it a bit to confirm if it is braised with brass or soldered. It does look like brass and if it is most any radiator or automotive welding shop should be able to braise it...
Forum: Electrical 02-23-2024, 10:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 183
Posted By ndutton
After several years of experience with mine, an...

After several years of experience with mine, an unexpected benefit was it alerted me to belt wear. I replaced the belt and the squeal stopped instantly. In the pre-tensioner days I could have...
Forum: Ignition System 02-19-2024, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 234
Posted By ndutton
No way, no how. The coil you referenced is rated...

No way, no how. The coil you referenced is rated 0.3 - 1.0Ω primary resistance. The Atomic 4 needs a minimum of 3Ω.
Forum: Exhaust System 02-08-2024, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 698
Posted By joe_db
Make sure and use black iron to make the new...

Make sure and use black iron to make the new exhaust. Galvanized pipe STINKS the first few hours and the fumes will make you sick, there is even a name for it - "Metal Fume Fever".
Don't ask how I...
Forum: Fuel System 01-30-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 306
Posted By ndutton
A complete replacement is available from Moyer...

A complete replacement is available from Moyer Marine.
https://moyermarine.com/product/18-inch-scavenge-tube-for-late-model-carburetor-fcar_13_60-0/

If you're looking for just the nut,...
Forum: Electrical 01-25-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 654
Posted By joe_db
That might possibly be a problem, especially if...

That might possibly be a problem, especially if there is a lot of corrosion on the bolts.
What I would do:
Connect the ground wire to the engine close to the starter, not on the far side of the...
Forum: Exhaust System 01-15-2024, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By ndutton
From the original post: I think you hit the...

From the original post:
I think you hit the nail on the head here. After only 3 years I don't expect this is a rust-through issue but rather a stress failure from a combination of vibration and...
Forum: Electrical 01-05-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,248
Posted By ndutton
Look to Moyer Marine. The kit has the proper...

Look to Moyer Marine. The kit has the proper wires, colors, lengths, terminals and step by step instructions. No running around, no "trip of shame" back to the local suppliers multiple times for...
Forum: Troubleshooting 01-03-2024, 09:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By joe_db
I have a permanent starter button near the...

I have a permanent starter button near the engine, it is hugely useful.
If the engine will start and run on a shot of ether, the problem is the fuel.
Forum: Troubleshooting 01-02-2024, 03:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By Dave Neptune
As per Golfdsd75 get a remote start switch...

As per Golfdsd75 get a remote start switch available at most any parts house and rather than hook it up when you need it just mount it permanently near the engine. A great tool to have close whenever...
Forum: Electrical 12-30-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,346
Posted By Dave Neptune
Hanley, how old is your battery switch? Is it...

Hanley, how old is your battery switch? Is it possible that a contact could be corroded or malfunctioning? Most of the time a diode blows is due to a surge from a quick off/on and usually from...
Forum: Electrical 12-30-2023, 08:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,346
Posted By ndutton
The ammeter I prefer and have onboard is a Gauss...

The ammeter I prefer and have onboard is a Gauss loop rather than a shunt. Its main advantage is zero added connections so therefore zero added failure points due to corrosion, vibration or...
Forum: Electrical 12-30-2023, 12:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,346
Posted By ndutton
Yes, as long as nothing else is connected to alt+.

Yes, as long as nothing else is connected to alt+.
Forum: Electrical 12-29-2023, 08:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,346
Posted By ndutton
Of course. The alt isn't connected in series and...

Of course. The alt isn't connected in series and doesn't feed-thru.
Forum: Electrical 12-29-2023, 05:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,346
Posted By ndutton
That information would be helpful for diagnostics.

That information would be helpful for diagnostics.
Forum: Introductions 12-28-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,443
Posted By Dave Neptune
As Hanley stated it is not a good idea to combine...

As Hanley stated it is not a good idea to combine the engine intake with ANYTHING else. The engine could easily have sucked in anything that went into and down the cockpit drains especially hair. I...
Forum: Introductions 12-27-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,443
Posted By Dave Neptune
The engine does not sound bad at all. However I...

The engine does not sound bad at all. However I don't like the condition of the coolant as it looks oily. Also does the bubbling in the HX go away after a minute or two? If it continues I would...
Forum: Introductions 12-24-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,443
Posted By joe_db
I have the filter, pressure sensor, and OPSS at...

I have the filter, pressure sensor, and OPSS at the end of a flexible hose.
Forum: Introductions 12-24-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,443
Posted By joe_db
This seems like it can break the nipple off. My...

This seems like it can break the nipple off. My switch and pressure sensor are remotely mounted.
Forum: Electrical 12-22-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,018
Posted By Dave Neptune
As Neil stated it's "your boat now" and your turn...

As Neil stated it's "your boat now" and your turn to correct the mistakes found and make it "safe" to operate with confidence. Wiring is pretty straight forward and simple when done one step at a...
Forum: Electrical 12-22-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,018
Posted By ndutton
The age-old question, "Why did the PO . . . ?" ...

The age-old question, "Why did the PO . . . ?" The answer is it doesn't matter. It's your boat now and it should be the way you want it. Step one is to de-funkify the boat from the PO's dementia.
Forum: Cooling System 12-12-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,714
Posted By edwardc
Not quite as necessary, but still beneficial. ...

Not quite as necessary, but still beneficial.

Whenever you cool directly with "raw" water (fresh or salt), you ingest a lot of microscopic organic matter into the hot engine. These organisms die...
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