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Forum: Troubleshooting 05-22-2023, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,203
Posted By campbdon
Water in Oil AND watery oil in bilge

Would there be a likely common cause for water getting into the oil AND watery oily sludge reappearing in the bilge (even after removal)? The latter happens even when sitting at dock not running the...
Forum: Exhaust System 04-21-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,433
Posted By campbdon
After opening up a panel I can see what appears...

After opening up a panel I can see what appears to be some form of anti-syphon loop possibly from when the boat was first built. There are two rubber hoses- one from the aft end of the exhaust...
Forum: Exhaust System 04-14-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,433
Posted By campbdon
I will go tomorrow and inspect, measure hose...

I will go tomorrow and inspect, measure hose diameter, and take photos of that section to see what is needed to complete that job.
Forum: Exhaust System 04-14-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,433
Posted By campbdon
Vented Loop For Raw Water Intake?

Hi, for as long as I've had the boat the cooling water came through a hose about 3 ft long between the thru-hull and the water pump. I believe it did rise above the static water line but now I...
Forum: Polls 08-23-2021, 04:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,073
Posted By campbdon
Thanks John. For a typical sail that would mean 4...

Thanks John. For a typical sail that would mean 4 open/close cycles times about 20 sailings/yr. That seems to me to be more than occasional. I thought maybe by installing a second valve in series I...
Forum: Polls 08-22-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,073
Posted By campbdon
I too have learned to keep the thruhull valve...

I too have learned to keep the thruhull valve closed except after the engine has started and/or while sailing. Otherwise closed. Has anyone the worry that opening and closing the thruhull this...
Forum: General Maintenance 08-12-2021, 08:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,511
Posted By campbdon
Tim you mean here? See my edit.

Tim you mean here? See my edit.
Forum: General Maintenance 08-12-2021, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,511
Posted By campbdon
Best place To Drain The Oil From?

Hi, I've owned my Northern29/A4 boat for the past 12 yrs and have always sucked the used oil out the dipstick hole. I have a hand pump and seem to get most of the oil out without too much effort with...
Forum: General Maintenance 08-08-2021, 09:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,750
Posted By campbdon
Also, when working around the alternator (ie:...

Also, when working around the alternator (ie: visegrip on the bypass hose) remember to turn your battery selector to OFF. Don't ask how I know this ;-)
DonC
Forum: Cooling System 08-08-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,440
Posted By campbdon
Thank you Al and Neil. Wax really? Thought it was...

Thank you Al and Neil. Wax really? Thought it was due to thermal expansion of the metal slug inside. Anyway I shall retest some more and report back.
DonC
Forum: Cooling System 08-07-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,440
Posted By campbdon
That's where I'm at now Al. I removed the stat...

That's where I'm at now Al. I removed the stat and ran the engine in gear at the dock @1200. This time couldn't get temp over about 110-120F !!! Even with bypass valve open. The lake water's not too...
Forum: Cooling System 08-05-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,440
Posted By campbdon
Is This Normal For a a Holley TStat?

One of the latest projects is inspecting and understanding my cooling system. I just did a vinegar soak (2days) and plan to repeat. After the 1st flush, while at the dock in gear (1200RPM) the temp...
Forum: Cooling System 08-02-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,423
Posted By campbdon
Yes thank you and I hear you. I have become a...

Yes thank you and I hear you. I have become a regular customer on MM and find the pricing fair and tech info helpful. Sometimes, though being in Canada (Lake Ontario), we have much longer wait times...
Forum: Cooling System 08-02-2021, 05:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,423
Posted By campbdon
Simpler cooling system bypass?

I was considering inserting a valve (having barbed ends and hose clamps)in the bypass section to control the water diverted to the block. The "cooling system bypass kit" offered here by MM seems to...
Forum: Cooling System 08-01-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,069
Posted By campbdon
I am planning to do the vinegar flush too, but...

I am planning to do the vinegar flush too, but Neil, why do you suggest to remove the Tstat? My plan was to get the engine hot then switch the hose from the thruhull to the vinegar (5% acetic acid) ,...
Forum: Fuel System 07-28-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Hi Neil, I cleaned and rebuilt (using MM kit)...

Hi Neil, I cleaned and rebuilt (using MM kit) earlier this summer. Recleaned it yesterday and verified float level, idle screw backed off 1.5 turns. Plan to reinstall today after checking for the oil...
Forum: Fuel System 07-27-2021, 10:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
I don't know. It was installed by one of POs.

I don't know. It was installed by one of POs.
Forum: Fuel System 07-27-2021, 10:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Yes Neil I have PCV valve. When shaken something...

Yes Neil I have PCV valve. When shaken something rattles and I can easily blow air through it.
Forum: Fuel System 07-27-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Ok I'll give that a try, but I'm very nervous...

Ok I'll give that a try, but I'm very nervous about getting stranded again. The safest place is while tied up (double lines) at my slip. Would a static test as follows seem reasonable:

a) Run in...
Forum: Fuel System 07-26-2021, 10:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Thanks John, but the fuel in the tank is nowhere...

Thanks John, but the fuel in the tank is nowhere like what I found in the carb. At the dock I did capture a few cups of fuel from the tank and worst I could see was a few fleck of sand-like particles...
Forum: Fuel System 07-26-2021, 08:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Photo of stuf from carb. Looks like thin gravy or...

Photo of stuf from carb. Looks like thin gravy or black coffee. BTW forgot to add that oil was dirty but not like milkshake (water)
Forum: Fuel System 07-26-2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,577
Posted By campbdon
Dirty Stuff In Carb (not particulate)

After I thought I solved my engine starting and running issues I ventured out on a cruise. Three hours each way with overnight in between. On the way out had to motor then motor sail the the whole...
Forum: Fuel System 07-18-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,825
Posted By campbdon
I believe I've improved my fuel delivery system...

I believe I've improved my fuel delivery system considerably with all your help.
Have added a polishing filter, fuel pressure gauge, and secondary shutoff (before carb) . Next step is to add...
Forum: Fuel System 07-17-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,772
Posted By campbdon
Hi, I hope it is correct form to piggyback off...

Hi, I hope it is correct form to piggyback off this thread for a related question.
My symptom is dry sooty plugs (all 4). The engine idles reliably at min throttle at 800RPM (approx) without...
Forum: Electrical 07-01-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,382
Posted By campbdon
Other than trying to listen for the purr of the...

Other than trying to listen for the purr of the pump while ignition in ON position is there any other simple way to verify that the OPSS is working properly? Also in anticipation of perhaps needing...
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