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Forum: Introductions 09-13-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,009
Posted By jimmoser
Vosbury

Ran into a fuel-line problem that I couldn't get my head around. Called John Vosbury out of Annapolis. Very helpful. Showed me how to rewire the fuel pump so that it kicks in as soon as ignition...
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-30-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,489
Posted By jimmoser
"Are you saying that bypassing the ignition key...

"Are you saying that bypassing the ignition key allows the engine to start, and once started, you only get this limited running time?

If so, I agree you've got two problems. You need to replace...
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-30-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,489
Posted By jimmoser
Ah, again I haven't been as clear as needed. My...

Ah, again I haven't been as clear as needed. My routine when bypassing the OPSS is to straight away remove the bypass wire. What should happen is that with the oil pressure restored the switch is...
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-29-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,489
Posted By jimmoser
Probably wasn't clear. The OPSS shuts off the...

Probably wasn't clear. The OPSS shuts off the fuel pump when it detects low oil pressure. I ran wire directly to the fuel pump, bypassing the OPSS.
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-29-2013, 03:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,489
Posted By jimmoser
Runs 30-50 seconds then shuts down

I have a similar problem but with two symptoms

First, took boat out for first time this season. Throttle wasn't affecting RPM, so headed back to dock. Confirmed throttle moving at the...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-28-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,743
Posted By jimmoser
Exhaust Hot Section Temperature

I'll wind this up so others can make what they will from this thread.

I ended up going with Permatex Copper. This is not a sealant but a gasket- making paste--comes in a tube. It is rated to 700...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-23-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,743
Posted By jimmoser
Thread Sealing

In my case the orientation just doesn't work. On one fitting, fully tightened is about 90 degrees past where the pipe is correctly aligned so more than a drip is involved. There are two other...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-23-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,743
Posted By jimmoser
500

That would be 500 outside the tape right? Given the tape insulation, the temp on the actual pipe would be higher.
Forum: Exhaust System 06-22-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,743
Posted By jimmoser
Exhaust Hot Section Temperature

Don's tape is rated for 1400 F so I'm wondering what is the actual temp of the hot section. It would be good to know this as there are lots and lots of posts here from folks wondering what thread...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-22-2013, 02:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,738
Posted By jimmoser
Sealant

Just finished assembling. My take is you've got to be really lucky to get the threaded pipes to line up well enough to get a good seal. I wasn't so lucky and now must dis-assemble so I can seal the...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-19-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,738
Posted By jimmoser
Permatex No. 2

Experienced folks agree with using Permatex No. 2 on threads?

I checked product spec...
Forum: Exhaust System 08-11-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,097
Posted By jimmoser
Questions About a Possible Waterlift Problem

So after scouring these and other pages. It appears that the recommended choice for a ready made waterlift muffler is the Centek top inlet & outlet installed as in the third picture from the top in...
Forum: Exhaust System 08-07-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,097
Posted By jimmoser
Questions About a Possible Waterlift Problem

Wow, really nice work. More skillful than I.
Forum: Exhaust System 08-07-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,097
Posted By jimmoser
Questions About a Possible Waterlift Problem

Back out to the boat today. Shut off the raw water intake and started her, exhaust was pouring through the top seam in the Vetus. Answers that question.

Pulled it out and find that the...
Forum: Exhaust System 08-05-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,097
Posted By jimmoser
Questions About a Possible Waterlift Problem

Out to the boat today--:).

Harder than usual to crank, but sure I didn't crank more than 15 seconds. It started but didn't sound right. Shut it down. Looked at the A4 and there's water...
Forum: Ignition System 07-12-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,571
Posted By jimmoser
Stock

Talked to Ken this morning. Not in stock, may be several weeks before they come in.
Forum: Ignition System 07-11-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,571
Posted By jimmoser
Substitute for Ametek Coil

Need to replace Ametek ignition coil CAS-4012-1. Moyermarine shows none available. Can I use the Prestolite listed here:
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