So I've taken a major plunge. I bought an old Seafarer 34 with an Atomic 4 engine in it. I'm completely rebuilding the boat. COMPLETELY. I'm very proficient in everything except... the engine. I'm dedicated to keeping the A4 running, but I know as much about engines as Stephen Hawking knows about dancing.
I know my a4 runs. With the help of the yard, we got it running and they claim it looks/runs well. It has a V-Drive transmission. Monel tank. Fuel filter. Original starter. Raw water cooled. Exhaust elbow needs replacement but outside of that, I dont know much else.
I have the original manual, but I'm more of a "visual" learner. Are there any DVD's, online video tutorials that anyone is aware of. Anyone in the Space Coast, FL area interesting in free beer for tutoring?
Beyond knowing that it works - what should I be checking, learning about first? I think it's in good shape, but how do I really know? I'm a very hands on guy so I want to learn as this boat will eventually be my home.
Any help, advice, etc. would be very much appreciated.
Thanks! Look forward to really joining this community!!!
Jason
SV Sailing Chance
I know my a4 runs. With the help of the yard, we got it running and they claim it looks/runs well. It has a V-Drive transmission. Monel tank. Fuel filter. Original starter. Raw water cooled. Exhaust elbow needs replacement but outside of that, I dont know much else.
I have the original manual, but I'm more of a "visual" learner. Are there any DVD's, online video tutorials that anyone is aware of. Anyone in the Space Coast, FL area interesting in free beer for tutoring?
Beyond knowing that it works - what should I be checking, learning about first? I think it's in good shape, but how do I really know? I'm a very hands on guy so I want to learn as this boat will eventually be my home.
Any help, advice, etc. would be very much appreciated.
Thanks! Look forward to really joining this community!!!
Jason
SV Sailing Chance
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