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Overhaul
04-14-2024, 10:55 PM
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Pics - Multiple Engine Rebuild 2023-24
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358
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hanleyclifford
I like it.
I like it.
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Drive Train / Propellers
04-09-2024, 02:15 PM
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Indigo Prop
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240
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hanleyclifford
Sounds like you could use a little more prop.
Sounds like you could use a little more prop.
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Drive Train / Propellers
04-08-2024, 05:09 PM
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Indigo Prop
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240
Posted By
hanleyclifford
Getting 6 kts at 1900 rpm is good since that is...
Getting 6 kts at 1900 rpm is good since that is probably the hull speed. At 1900 you are at just about max prop. I think you're fine. Just do a compression test once a year. Sounds like you are in...
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Cooling System
04-03-2024, 09:10 PM
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Raw water draining out
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165
Posted By
hanleyclifford
Just a suggestion: when you get your new copper...
Just a suggestion: when you get your new copper exchanger try to incorporate a petcock drain on the salt water side that will allow you to drain the water into the bilge after you shut down for the...
Forum:
Cooling System
04-03-2024, 04:11 PM
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10
Raw water draining out
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165
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hanleyclifford
Have you performed the Thatch Modification? That...
Have you performed the Thatch Modification? That is, reversing the hoses on top of the manifold. Keeping fluid in that manifold was always a problem until we started moving coolant uphill in the...
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Cooling System
04-03-2024, 03:07 PM
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Raw water draining out
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165
Posted By
hanleyclifford
As Neil would say, "never underestimate the...
As Neil would say, "never underestimate the ability of water to run uphill". My sequence - start engine - open thru hull - enjoy engine running - close thru hull - shut down engine. Play it safe....
Forum:
Announcements
04-02-2024, 10:41 PM
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ATTENTION - ATTENTION - ATTENTION
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hanleyclifford
Both Moyer Marine and this Forum are essential to...
Both Moyer Marine and this Forum are essential to the continuation of the Atomic 4 as a resource into the future. The loss of either would be a disaster.
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-30-2024, 08:51 PM
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High rpms at idle
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211
Posted By
hanleyclifford
I think Neil is right. First thing is to make...
I think Neil is right. First thing is to make sure no leaks in the manifold. Check torque on 3 studs. Make sure all plugs got back in. Make sure scavenge tube is secure at both ends. Run a vacuum...
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Troubleshooting
03-30-2024, 07:45 PM
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9
High rpms at idle
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211
Posted By
hanleyclifford
You may also have timing advanced too far. There...
You may also have timing advanced too far. There is also the possibility of a vacuum leak.
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-30-2024, 07:40 PM
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9
High rpms at idle
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211
Posted By
hanleyclifford
It sounds like your idle system is not...
It sounds like your idle system is not functioning at all. You are "idling" on your main jet. The fact that you need to choke the carb to get started suggests a lean condition. Your idle adjustment...
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Electrical
03-26-2024, 05:19 PM
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7
Alternator regulation
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369
Posted By
hanleyclifford
If you have the old Motorola you will see two...
If you have the old Motorola you will see two wires on the regulator. One goes to coil+. Another will be grounded on the alternator case. There might be another marked "aux". All of these will come...
Forum:
Cooling System
03-26-2024, 03:28 PM
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3
Impeller shelf life
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137
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hanleyclifford
Hi Art. It's hard to beat the "old stock"...
Hi Art. It's hard to beat the "old stock" impeller rap since no one is obligated to state date of manufacture on the item (unlike tires). I bought an impeller in Annapolis once that failed within...
Forum:
Electrical
03-26-2024, 03:14 PM
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13
Off season electrical re-wire
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4,374
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hanleyclifford
Regarding your two pictures the following. That...
Regarding your two pictures the following. That terminal block is a lot of unnecessary connections some of which could be introducing resistance. Neil has always advocated keeping connections to a...
Forum:
Electrical
03-26-2024, 02:58 PM
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Off season electrical re-wire
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4,374
Posted By
hanleyclifford
The short answer is yes. But regarding the...
The short answer is yes. But regarding the ammeter, I would think carefully about this. It depends on how you use the boat. If you just knock around locally day sailing in easy range of a tow or...
Forum:
Electrical
03-26-2024, 10:14 AM
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7
Alternator regulation
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369
Posted By
hanleyclifford
Good point, Neil. When I converted one of those...
Good point, Neil. When I converted one of those to external regulation I found it necessary to reinstall the old "regulator" just to keep the unit sealed.
Forum:
Electrical
03-25-2024, 09:00 PM
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7
Alternator regulation
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369
Posted By
hanleyclifford
I went looking for an answer too but nobody wants...
I went looking for an answer too but nobody wants to state that it is internally regulated. Most alternators for sale these days are internally regulated and the industry has got most folks...
Forum:
Cooling System
03-24-2024, 11:49 AM
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5
Galvanic Corrosion
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364
Posted By
hanleyclifford
The MMI pumps are bronze or red brass; I'm not...
The MMI pumps are bronze or red brass; I'm not sure. In any case yellow brass is fine in the pumps. The real issue is problems in the expensive castings (head, block, manifold) that are not easy to...
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-23-2024, 06:25 PM
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34
Alternator reading 17 volts
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1,258
Posted By
hanleyclifford
That would appear to explain the shut down. The...
That would appear to explain the shut down. The alternator went wild, fried the coil, and the engine shut down. Now for the low voltage at the starting battery.....?
Forum:
Cooling System
03-23-2024, 05:22 PM
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5
Galvanic Corrosion
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364
Posted By
hanleyclifford
A brass sensor on a block or head is usually not...
A brass sensor on a block or head is usually not a problem since it usually just carries a wire. A brass nipple OTOH carrying coolant and supporting a hose is subject to vibration and angular moment....
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-23-2024, 04:45 PM
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Alternator reading 17 volts
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1,258
Posted By
hanleyclifford
An alternator might max out at 17 volts if...
An alternator might max out at 17 volts if unregulated. Your alternator does have a regulator but it might be wired wrong or simply defective. The regulator performs it's duty by supplying amperage...
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-23-2024, 04:20 PM
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Alternator reading 17 volts
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1,258
Posted By
hanleyclifford
Couple of things. Your alternator clearly has a...
Couple of things. Your alternator clearly has a regulator appended, whether it is being defeated thru improper wiring is another question. Mixing battery types is bad news on a boat - especially if...
Forum:
Introductions
03-22-2024, 05:47 PM
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3
"Hello, My Name Is....."
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374
Posted By
hanleyclifford
https://moyermarine.com/product/service-and-overha...
https://moyermarine.com/product/service-and-overhaul-manual/ Do you have this manual?
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-22-2024, 05:41 PM
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34
Alternator reading 17 volts
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1,258
Posted By
hanleyclifford
The wiring looks neat enough though without a...
The wiring looks neat enough though without a diagram it is impossible to know if it is correct. I see the batt isolator - those things make me nervous. I prefer a straight switch out option for...
Forum:
Troubleshooting
03-21-2024, 03:04 PM
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34
Alternator reading 17 volts
Views:
1,258
Posted By
hanleyclifford
I think you are right. All batt connections...
I think you are right. All batt connections should be inspected including the ground path to the engine.
Forum:
Exhaust System
03-21-2024, 01:34 PM
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16
Exhaust leak
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3,264
Posted By
hanleyclifford
The flange is rusty because it is the anode in a...
The flange is rusty because it is the anode in a galvanic cell. Notice how perfect the ss cap screws appear. Even the 1/8" plug looks good.
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