Forum: Exhaust System
09-27-2008, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 4,438
has to be sized
Yes, essentially you're right. The waterlock / muffler has to be sized according to the run of your exhaust hose. You mentioned a loop, which is a good idea - the loop should go higher than the...
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Forum: Electrical
07-24-2008, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 4,870
charging voltages
Regarding AGM batteries, according to windsun.com, "The charging voltages are the same as for any standard battery". However, if your 120v charger does not sense the battery voltage and reduce the...
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Forum: Exhaust System
07-24-2008, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 7,134
common
Fairly common waterlift muffler I would think. I had it on my Catalina 27. Works fine unless something goes wrong with your cooling system / water injection and the exhaust gases get too hot and...
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Forum: Exhaust System
07-16-2008, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 11,743
galvanized
Good to know my galvanized pipe is going to last!
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Forum: Electrical
07-14-2008, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,357
ohm reading
It is possible that one bad battery dragged the good one down with it. As for the ohm reading - I do not believe it means there is a load since ohms is a measure of resistance and not amperage. ...
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Forum: Exhaust System
07-14-2008, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 11,743
iron pipe
I too fabricated an exhaust out of galvanized pipe (http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1430). FYI, I have read in a couple of places (including a post from Don I think), that black...
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Forum: Exhaust System
05-05-2008, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,845
longer run of hotpipe
I just know that you will have a longer run of hotpipe that you will have to protect. Where are you planning on dumping it?
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Forum: Overhaul
04-24-2008, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,886
starting
If you search around on the site, you can find the .pdf file that is titled something like "starting the atomic4 after a layup". There is also one called "what to do if you just bought an atomic 4"....
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Forum: Drive Train / Propellers
04-22-2008, 05:52 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 14,899
Reversing whine
The Atomic 4 makes a characteristic noise when put in reverse. It sounds like a whine with a little bit of clatter. There are others who will give good advice on the power problem, but you may want...
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Forum: Safety
04-08-2008, 01:04 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 20,003
gas fumes are heavier than air
Perhaps it helps to note that the blower should suck air from the lowest part of the engine compartment because gas fumes are heavier than air. With that in mind, it seems like you could improve your...
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Forum: Fuel System
03-28-2008, 02:18 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,073
engine started
I put the new filter gaskets in. They fit in their grooves, and the engine started up and passed all tests. In my case, the filter is above the carburetor, so I just topped off the filter with gas...
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Forum: Fuel System
03-27-2008, 02:31 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,073
Said no deterioration
I called Raycor. They said that the gaskets and filter were designed for diesel, but will work with gas. Said no deterioration of gaskets from gas.
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Forum: Fuel System
03-26-2008, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,073
"put a small amount of diesel fuel" on the gaskets
I received my Racor replacement gaskets today. They seem like some sort of rubber/polymer blend. The instructions say "put a small amount of diesel fuel" on the gaskets before installing. I wonder...
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Forum: Fuel System
03-26-2008, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,073
water?
Someone suggested I check the fuel filter dump and see if any water is in there. I'll check that when I put the gaskets in.
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Forum: Fuel System
03-25-2008, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,073
Fuel Starvation caused by filter gaskets?
My engine cut out after running about 5 minutes recently :eek: . I have checked the general fuel starvation postings. I am almost certain I have half a tank of good fuel and the tank valve is open....
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Forum: Fuel System
03-25-2008, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,523
attacked
Chris:
FYI, I have read in several sources that fiberglass tanks can be attacked by newer ethanol blend fuels.
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Forum: Electrical
03-24-2008, 12:39 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,340
simple rule of thumb
First, you want to make sure your batteries aren't hooked up directly to each other - either parallel (hot leads on each are directly connected to each other), or series. If so, the batteries should...
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Forum: Safety
03-06-2008, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 14,196
required
I just read in BoatUS magazine that carbon monoxide detectors are required on all new boats with enclosed cabins that use gasoline or open-flame combustion for any purpose. Note that CO is produced...
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Forum: General Maintenance
02-13-2008, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 5,405
almost touches the pulley as well
I noticed the same issue when I tried to replace the distributor cap with a new one from Moyer Marine. The new one rubbed against the alternator pulley. I put the old one back on and noticed even...
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Forum: Electrical
02-06-2008, 12:21 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,706
winch grease
I try to use quality marine components. I'll put some of that battery terminal spray on it, and if I don't have that, some winch grease.
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Forum: Tartan
01-24-2008, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 16,872
black pipe?
What is black pipe, exactly? Where do you get it?
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Forum: Tartan
01-23-2008, 01:35 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 16,872
Exhaust replacement tips
T-30 Exhaust replacement:
http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1885
Flexible Hot Section for Exhaust link:
http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1837
My tips:
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Forum: Fuel System
01-23-2008, 01:21 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 8,065
K:
You may want to post some information on...
K:
You may want to post some information on what kind of tank you have - aluminum, fiberglass, galvanized, or plastic. Do you know if there have been recent changes to ethanol % in the fuel in NY?
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Forum: Safety
01-14-2008, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 14,196
Marine detector
I just read an editors response in Boat US magazine concerning home CO detectors. It was stated that home CO detectors can react to high humidity and the chemicals used in boat manufacturing,...
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Forum: Fuel System
01-02-2008, 05:51 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,417
no visible fuel leak
Don has posted that air can be sucked into the fuel system even though there is no visible fuel leak. Perhaps it works the other way, too. Isn't the fuel line under pressure when the engine stops? ...
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