Although having the engine oil preheated to promote better flow and lubrication is certainly a plus, I don't see this as a main reason to...
My $.02 is that the heating pads that go on the bottom of the oil pans are inferior to elements that heat coolant. When your engine is sitting...
The thing should only weigh like 400 lbs or so.Why not just make a simple lifting jig out of some wood 4x4’s or similar? Lift it up, remove and...
My remedy was to disassemble and overhaul the gear with all new clutches and bearings. I did manage to baby through the rest of the season when it...
Have you pulled your dipstick to make sure you don’t have a failed cooler and water in the oil? This can cause the clutches to swell and create a...
Is your pump 12v or 24v? If it is 24v and you decide you need to replace I’ve got a good condition used one you can have. Just cover the shipping...
Although it is not stated, maybe those Groco SS strainers or mostly intended for fresh water? I agree with others, bronze all the way. All the...
Some might say rebuilding the pump is an unnecessary first step. But I agree with your approach. For $180 you get piece of mind and hopefully go...
Mine are not that high. I usually run about 72-75 % load and the EGTs are around 900 if memory serves.
I was surprised when I installed my new C-18’s that EGT was not a standard feature with the engine package. I assumed the computer read and used...
Once things return to whatever the new normal will be, there should be lots of options, The Inside Passage is very popular. There are also lots of...
How long has your paint job taken so far. Seems like they’ve been at it 6 months or so? How long did they tell you it would take?
Looking great! It's a shame you had to screw the fwd clamp board into the hull side but understandable. What happens on the fwd edge where the...
Suggest you get a NDT check on the shaft end to ensure there are no cracks or indications.
You want to do this because the MTU's "are way too expensive to run"? Even if you can find something that may work (doubtful) what do you think...
Lots of debates on the benefits of this vs cost and there will never be consensus. Curious, if the air filter is bagged and exhaust is plugged,...
Curious why you leave block heaters on during lay-up regardless of in water or not?
Are you replacing the boards with real teak like what you removed (except for the fastening method)? I am currently replacing the teak deck of my...
Honestly I don't how you guys deal with these water depths. I would be pretty puckered even at 9'. I avoid our rocks and pinnacles if they show up...
The GOST system is installed and active. Very happy with the results thus far. It’s great to be able to be at my house or office in another state...
