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Forum: Cooling System 06-24-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 914
Posted By ndutton
For comparison here are pictures of the bypass...

For comparison here are pictures of the bypass ports on my old and new thermostat housings. I didn't measure anything at the time but looking at the pictures the new housing port looks smaller.
Forum: Cooling System 06-21-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 914
Posted By Dave Neptune
Thumbs up Matter of choice

The new double acting t-stat that our host designed and offers is a good quality product.

The products that Tom offers at Indigo are also good quality products.

It's just a matter of choice and...
Forum: Safety 05-11-2020, 01:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,096
Posted By Van_Isle
Make safety your no. 1 priority!

The events I and my family witnessed today, really brought home the importance of safety, especially for those getting their boats out on the water for the 1st time this season ... or eagerly...
Forum: Announcements 04-15-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,125
Posted By lat 64
Mine might be a bit different. It has a...

Mine might be a bit different.

It has a fall(halyard) to hoist and tension it. Im not sure if that's standard.
The top lines(red) are small-dia. Dyneema about eighth-inch I think. The lower...
Forum: Announcements 04-15-2017, 09:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,125
Posted By ndutton
http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showpost.php?p=5...

http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showpost.php?p=59828&postcount=19
Forum: ABYC and USCG Standards 03-29-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 41,771
Posted By sastanley
I am using a tupperware type container with flip...

I am using a tupperware type container with flip over handles. it is probably not air tight, but I figure it is better than nothing. I also store my green 1lb. cans with Mac Caps.

Link on Amazon -...
Forum: ABYC and USCG Standards 03-29-2017, 05:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 41,771
Posted By BunnyPlanet169
Can't take credit for anything other than Google...

Can't take credit for anything other than Google chops... Std 4" PVC waste pipe and fittings.
Forum: ABYC and USCG Standards 03-29-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 41,771
Posted By joe_db
I think a boat WITHOUT one of these grills would...

I think a boat WITHOUT one of these grills would be an oddity.
They need to be stored outside someplace so they won't leak into the inside of the boat. Some people make holders out of PVC pipe....
Forum: Ignition System 03-29-2017, 01:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,609
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
If you know the coil's history from the time it...

If you know the coil's history from the time it was first installed to present you should be good with the present coil if:
The internal resistance is correct, it has never over heated, and you have...
Forum: Ignition System 03-28-2017, 08:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,609
Posted By BunnyPlanet169
(Shawn beat me to it) Vermonstah - MMI has...

(Shawn beat me to it)

Vermonstah - MMI has only had one coil on their website for a couple years now - so if it's MMI, and 2 years old, you're probably fine.

Measure its resistance with...
Forum: Ignition System 03-28-2017, 08:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,609
Posted By sastanley
There should be no reason to replace your...

There should be no reason to replace your coil..However(!!!) a call to Ken or Don to confirm that the coils they were carrying when yours was purchased is of sufficient resistance may be prudent....
Forum: Ignition System 03-28-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,609
Posted By sastanley
I have installed new plugs this spring gapped at...

I have installed new plugs this spring gapped at a loose .040" (J8C)..the engine is still winterized and I have a few parts missing from the motor that are essential, like the dizzy and a half...
Forum: Ignition System 03-26-2017, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,609
Posted By Dave Neptune
Cool Neil, plug gaps on point type ign were always set...

Neil, plug gaps on point type ign were always set tight due to the points and signal breaking down as things wore out. It was also common to close the gaps down for Hi performance applications to get...
Forum: General Maintenance 11-01-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,279
Posted By Marian Claire
I did a advanced search using the key word...

I did a advanced search using the key word "infrared" in the "cooling system" forum and got several threads to look at. This one seems to have some good info especially post #16 and #18...
Forum: Cooling System 10-04-2016, 09:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,926
Posted By sastanley
Great feedback, Vermonstah..I really believe it...

Great feedback, Vermonstah..I really believe it is a culmination of incremental upgrades that result in overall better flow..each little thing helps. I also agree the 502 pump on the raw water side...
Forum: General Maintenance 09-04-2016, 11:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,022
Posted By ndutton
Hang in there, I think you're close to success. ...

Hang in there, I think you're close to success. I have a few questions and a closing comment though:

When you replaced the coil, what did you replace it with? (end sentence with a preposition =...
Forum: Cooling System 08-30-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,524
Posted By ndutton
A word of caution

No idea if you do but if you have a Vetus blow molded waterlift this is a very risky procedure. Vetus waterlifts are particularly intolerant of even the slightest overheating as in the case of no...
Forum: General Maintenance 07-23-2016, 01:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,761
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
Use a bit of never seize on the threads. Don't...

Use a bit of never seize on the threads.
Don't get 'em cross thread.
Check them two or three times a year and re gap 'em.
Reverse the plug order. On my engine #4 spark plug gets grungier quicker....
Forum: Fuel System 07-17-2016, 01:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,022
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
Remove the sending unit wire at the gauge and...

Remove the sending unit wire at the gauge and turn the key on. The gauge should peg low. Then short the gauge sending unit terminal to ground with short piece of wire. The gauge should peg high....
Forum: Cooling System 07-10-2016, 02:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,862
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
Late model engine: (A) Yes (B) A couple of...

Late model engine:
(A) Yes
(B) A couple of considerations: Just having a thermostat in the flow through the engine will result in less flow through the engine because even when open all the way the...
Forum: General Maintenance 07-03-2016, 08:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,672
Posted By roadnsky
Brian- First, thank you for the kind...

Brian-
First, thank you for the kind compliment.

I'll answer question #2 first. My vessel is RWC (lake water)
FWC engines like to run at 180°

As far as question #1... today's sail was a...
Forum: General Maintenance 07-02-2016, 08:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,672
Posted By roadnsky
V- FWIW, I run in fresh water (Lake Mead) and...

V-
FWIW, I run in fresh water (Lake Mead) and have the Holley.
My typical cruise temp is 165-170°
Forum: General Maintenance 07-02-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,672
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
I didn't reread the thread. Have you tried...

I didn't reread the thread. Have you tried clamping the bypass? You might be able to get the temp down even further by restricting the bypass.

TRUE GRIT
Forum: Fuel System 06-14-2016, 12:56 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 41,204
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
I have it in a PDF file. Lower right. TRUE...

I have it in a PDF file. Lower right.

TRUE GRIT
Forum: General Maintenance 06-13-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,672
Posted By joe_db
Fresh water - unless it is distilled fresh water...

Fresh water - unless it is distilled fresh water - can still leave deposits along with biologic material. It wouldn't hurt to get the engine warm and then run some vinegar through it. No need to...
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