Many modern diesels still use air start but is typically done with a starter "motor" that uses compressed air vs batteries. To meet regulatory...
F-M is still one of the main suppliers of big diesel engines on current Navy and MSC ships. They are one of the only US builders that still supply...
Is there a specific 220v appliance or piece of equipment you are trying to run when you only have the 110v available? Maybe there are other ways...
Curious- did you already complete the purchase of this boat? I’m guessing yes based on your comment that you just picked it up. Is this correct?...
Wow this whole situation sounds bad. As others have mentioned, 550 rpm loss is huge. You say Michigan says the props are out of spec. What are...
Yes, I’m sure. Other items turned on as well and lights are fed from a/c.
On my boat when I had to use 110v instead of 220v none of my panel meters worked (amps, Hz, volts, etc). I didn't think I even had power until I...
Also consider availability of service and parts in your area.
And when you did runs #3 and #4 was there any beam wind to speak of?
I don't have any suggestions as my stabilizer experience is limited to giant fins on big ships but I have been reading this with interest. It does...
AK has had 14 day quarantine requirements for anyone traveling in from out of state from early on in the pandemic. You can avoid with recent...
I agree with others, don't do it. Although it looks cool to not have them, is it really worth it to look a little sleeker and give up some serious...
AHHHH! -Alaska. If only stupid COVID would relent so I can go without quarantine.
I'm confused. The OP stated the boat needed 20k just to make it seaworthy but I don't see any of those issues mentioned. CAT always recommends the...
I don’t think the comparison to trucks at a truck stop is relevant. Most of those are running for heat, A/C or power inverters. Again, my point...
Can someone show me in an engine manual or manufacturer info where it says to run them at least a couple times a month or any similar info? If...
I agree that there should always be more than one aboard that can at least run the boat somewhat in an emergency. I too use hand signals when...
We are proceeding with replacing the old teak with Flexiteak. All of the cockpit deck has been removed and we are filling all the holes left with...
We are still installing the GOST system. I gave up on the season early due to COVID and so we are taking our time on the install. So far we are...
I also like the magnetic drive motors. I have them on my A/C, refer raw water cooling coil and feeding my ice machine. They just seem to work well...
