Forum: Fuel System
05-06-2023, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 678
I did the job today and ended up using the TFE...
I did the job today and ended up using the TFE goopy stuff on the fittings. I bought the filter kit that Moyer sells and followed the directions that they included with it. I removed the 1/8" or so...
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Forum: Fuel System
05-06-2023, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 678
fuel filter kit
I purchased a Moyer Marine in-line fuel filter kit last year but never got around to installing it. I would like to do so soon as the boat is getting ready to be splashed. The installation...
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Forum: General Interest
08-17-2022, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,806
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Forum: General Interest
08-17-2022, 06:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,806
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Forum: General Interest
08-15-2022, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,806
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Forum: General Interest
08-14-2022, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,806
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Forum: Troubleshooting
10-11-2014, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,140
Hi All
I should have gotten back here...
Hi All
I should have gotten back here sooner, but so it goes.
I figured out my engine starting problem. I knew I had a spare coil on the boat from when I bought it. It actually was the...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-07-2014, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,140
Roadnsky
I hate to be ignorant, but does...
Roadnsky
I hate to be ignorant, but does this mean I would then still need to push the starter button to start the engine? If so, will this then show me whether or not the turned key switch is...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-07-2014, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,140
Dave
Thanks for the suggestions. I looked...
Dave
Thanks for the suggestions. I looked on the defender site and I can get the key and push button switch for about $40. What is the traditional "hot wire" test. Will that bypass the key and...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-07-2014, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,140
Bad ground
I spoke to my brother in-law who is pretty good with engines (motorcycles) and he also thought it was probably a bad ground, so that will be my first line of attack. I will also check out the...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2014, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,140
Starting engine problem
Hello everyone
I will try and explain the issue I am having as clearly as possible. I have had my boat, a 1975 Pearson 28 for two seasons now. The engine has run flawlessly until a few days ago....
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Forum: Cooling System
05-01-2014, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,068
Changing antifreeze in FWC system
Hi All
Hopefully this will be an easier answer than my last post.
I have what I believe is an Indigo FWC system on my A4, and after the engine work I have done, I would like to drain the old...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-01-2014, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
John
I think mine could maybe be the same...
John
I think mine could maybe be the same situation. Everything on the engine related to the problem (alternator bracket, stud location, accessory drive) looked original and in its original...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-01-2014, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
surgically altered alternator photo
The piece on the left side of the alternator casting was cut off from the right. This effectively shifted the alternator to the right about 1/4" solving the misalignment issue.
I used...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-01-2014, 05:30 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
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Forum: Cooling System
04-30-2014, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
Alternator surgery
I just wanted to let everyone know how things worked out. I went to the boat yesterday to look things over again and see if there was anything I missed. I measured the distance from the base plate...
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Forum: Cooling System
04-29-2014, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
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Forum: Cooling System
04-29-2014, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
Thanks for the comments guys.
Neil, I have...
Thanks for the comments guys.
Neil, I have been thinking the same thing myself. Why is it not aligned. I only have two ideas. First, the alternator is not the right one and is somewhat wider...
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Forum: Cooling System
04-29-2014, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
Alternator alteration
Thanks for the advice Neil. I think you are right, that I need to get the alternator and accessory drive pulleys lined up first. The water pump has a fair amount of room to adjust its pulley, and...
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Forum: Cooling System
04-28-2014, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
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Forum: Cooling System
04-28-2014, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
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Forum: Cooling System
04-28-2014, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
The engine is FWC. I am attaching a photo. ...
The engine is FWC. I am attaching a photo. Unfortunately it is difficult to photograph, but maybe it will help. The 201M is mounted right below the alternator. It is hard to see from the picture,...
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Forum: Cooling System
04-27-2014, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,653
Pulley Misalignment
Hello All
I joined the forum last year when I got my first larger boat, a 1975 Pearson 28, with an atomic 4 engine. I had a problem with the cooling system and got some great advice that solved...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-08-2013, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 11,815
A good day
Hi Everyone
SUCCESS!! I removed the heat exchanger from the boat and then took off the two end caps to gain access to the innards. The fresh water side that had anti-freeze in it was completely...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-07-2013, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 11,815
Edward
That is great info. I guess my...
Edward
That is great info. I guess my concern is that something has possibly gone wrong with the valve and it is blocking water flow to the exhaust. My plan will be to remove and clean the heat...
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