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Forum: Pearson 07-19-2017, 02:34 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 28,071
Posted By Ajax
Marelon doesn't corrode, but it's not immune to...

Marelon doesn't corrode, but it's not immune to bottom growth. I've had growth foul enough that I had to remove the raw water hose and ream out the Marelon seacock with baby bottle brush.
Forum: Pearson 07-19-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 28,071
Posted By Ajax
I'm here, I'm here. Shawn, yes we did...

I'm here, I'm here.

Shawn, yes we did up-size my raw water through-hull from something like 1/2 to 3/4". This also eliminated a 90 degree elbow that would slow down water flow. We used Marelon.
...
Forum: General Interest 06-17-2016, 12:32 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 31,326
Posted By Ajax
Whups, I totally misread your departure point....

Whups, I totally misread your departure point. Looks like an uphill slog for you, but still do-able. Good luck!
Forum: General Interest 06-16-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 31,326
Posted By Ajax
I think this is going to end up being a milk run....

I think this is going to end up being a milk run.
Assuming he leaves during a light to moderate southerly, it's an easy downhill ride to bivalve.

Duck into marinas/gunkholes in the evening when...
Forum: Cooling System 06-13-2016, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
The first impeller was found onboard the boat,...

The first impeller was found onboard the boat, sealed in a package with an "Oberdorfer" factory label on it, and was of indeterminate age. Never used, but who knows how old. Due to the unknown...
Forum: Cooling System 06-13-2016, 07:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
I think I've confirmed the diagnosis given by the...

I think I've confirmed the diagnosis given by the quorum.

I've installed yet another new impeller and it will not prime, but the old impeller pumps like mad.

When placed side by side, the old...
Forum: Cooling System 06-02-2016, 11:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
Oh, I thought it had been implied. I'm dealing...

Oh, I thought it had been implied. I'm dealing with this issue because I bought a Tartan 33 with a Universal M30/5424 diesel. I was actually pleased to see that it shares some parts with the Atomic-4...
Forum: Cooling System 06-01-2016, 09:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
The "buzzy" sander I was considering using is a...

The "buzzy" sander I was considering using is a very old palm sander with a steel plate and metal clips at each end to hold the paper. It does not have a foam backer like newer sanders.

Still, I...
Forum: Cooling System 05-31-2016, 08:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
Don't hate me. :D I'll still be here buying...

Don't hate me. :D I'll still be here buying parts.

Ok, I'll try sanding by hand, with a block first, *after* I take more measurements and make sure I want to go down this path.
Forum: Cooling System 05-31-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
Ok, it's time to come clean- This Oberdorfer...

Ok, it's time to come clean-

This Oberdorfer is mounted on a Universal M30 diesel. The pump is mounted on the front of the engine, out in plain sight. Based on what you're saying, a light touch...
Forum: Cooling System 05-31-2016, 06:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
Thanks guys. This certainly seems possible. I...

Thanks guys. This certainly seems possible. I will try to measure the old and new impeller and the cavity this week.

Question for Neil: when attempting to re-face the pump, what grit of sandpaper...
Forum: Cooling System 05-30-2016, 09:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
Well, I stacked them on top of each other and...

Well, I stacked them on top of each other and placed them side by side. They seemed identical. I guess I'll check again.

I'll also post a photo of the pump to ensure that its the model I actually...
Forum: Cooling System 05-30-2016, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,021
Posted By Ajax
New impeller won't prime.

Riddle me this fellas:

Oberdorfer 202M7 pump.
Engine has sat for at least 5 years, properly winterized on the hard.

I remove old impeller. It's not cracked, but is a bit deformed.
I install...
Forum: Drive Train / Propellers 04-21-2016, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,350
Posted By Ajax
Yep. You can buy a cheap caliper at Home Despot. ...

Yep. You can buy a cheap caliper at Home Despot.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-5-in-High-Contrast-Vernier-Caliper-722H/206007131
Forum: Fuel System 04-20-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,189
Posted By Ajax
When attempting to remove the fuel lines, grab...

When attempting to remove the fuel lines, grab them at the barb with pliers and rotate them to break the seal *before* pulling. (After loosening the hose clamps, of course)

You might consider...
Forum: Cooling System 04-11-2016, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,250
Posted By Ajax
LMAO!! I'm pretty juvenile-minded, so that's...

LMAO!! I'm pretty juvenile-minded, so that's hilarious!
Forum: Cooling System 04-11-2016, 11:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,250
Posted By Ajax
Damn, that's redundancy that would make the US...

Damn, that's redundancy that would make the US Navy proud.
Forum: Electrical 04-11-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,675
Posted By Ajax
I nabbed a vintage Westach Tic Tach mini-tach...

I nabbed a vintage Westach Tic Tach mini-tach with a range that is perfect for our engines.

I *think* I found proper documentation for it on the web, but can't get it working. It may be dead. It's...
Forum: Electrical 04-10-2016, 07:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,675
Posted By Ajax
Moyer ISSPRO tachometers

Hi all,

Are the ISSPRO tachometers that MM sells getting their signal from the alternator, or are they like automotive tachs, getting the signal from the distributor?

Thanks.
Forum: Troubleshooting 04-08-2016, 08:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,636
Posted By Ajax
If it's not the water pump, check the rear main...

If it's not the water pump, check the rear main seal between the engine and transmission.
Forum: General Interest 04-04-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,484
Posted By Ajax
Choose your weather windows wisely. We've had...

Choose your weather windows wisely. We've had extensive, howling winds for several days and several more to come, as I'm sure you know.

Not a good time to get overwhelmed while hip-towing with a...
Forum: Cooling System 03-31-2016, 12:58 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 45,297
Posted By Ajax
Blue- Yes, remove the thermostat. This will...

Blue-

Yes, remove the thermostat. This will open the system completely.

The question is- How *much* water is coming out of the stern? Is it a trickle or a gush? If you can hang a 5 gallon...
Forum: Cooling System 03-30-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,092
Posted By Ajax
My registration says it's a '73 but it has no...

My registration says it's a '73 but it has no HIN.

Like you said with cars, it could be a model year difference. Maybe construction was started in mid-72 but it didn't sell until January '73? Who...
Forum: Cooling System 03-30-2016, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,092
Posted By Ajax
Azz-- You said your boat is 72/73-ish. What...

Azz--

You said your boat is 72/73-ish. What is your build number?
I'm 72/73 as well, but I have no HIN. My build number is #255.

It would help me figure out when my boat was really built. I'm...
Forum: Cooling System 03-30-2016, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,092
Posted By Ajax
Geeze, are those quick disconnects? Fancy!

Geeze, are those quick disconnects? Fancy!
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