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Forum: Overhaul 04-14-2024, 09:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Al Schober
Been thinking about checking crankshaft...

Been thinking about checking crankshaft straightness and came up with something that might work.
a) With the block inverted, install two main bearing shells. Lay the crankshaft in the bearings, give...
Forum: Drive Train / Propellers 04-10-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 237
Posted By sastanley
yeahmag, you may just need some tuning. I was...

yeahmag, you may just need some tuning. I was able to get up to 2,300 with my Cat30 and an Indigo prop with #4 cyl weaker than the others. But, it took some tuning besides just the 'power tuning'....
Forum: Electrical 04-06-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,374
Posted By Dave Neptune
That will work just fine. Best to put more time...

That will work just fine. Best to put more time into thinking about future addons
and how to shorten runs before doing the actual wiring. Also remember to do as much as you can on buss bars for both...
Forum: Announcements 04-02-2024, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 420
Posted By thatch
Coinnection point

The "Moyer site" has been my connection point for some really great guys. I have made friendships, gained knowledge and improved my boating experience because of it. Hopefully, it will continue for...
Forum: Electrical 03-26-2024, 12:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 369
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: 290
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: 490
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: 490
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: 216
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: 289
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: 794
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: 367
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: 738
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: 533
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: 1,328
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: 785
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: 785
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: 1,452
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: 1,452
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: 1,452
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: 1,452
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: 1,452
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: 2,578
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: 2,578
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: 2,578
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.
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