parallel switch I always parallel batteries to start, and with each engine. Half the load on the batteries during start. Some boat manufacturers...
Earl's My post above about scrapping the 37 Roamer - this is the same Earl, but a place where they strip boats for parts - S.E. corner of Joy...
Drove by Earl's place today over just off Joy Road - got a decent looking 37 there, steel I think. Will be the usual, strip it for parts then...
Roamer fireboat I emailed this info to alloyed2sea earlier today: Windsor, Ontario bought a used Roamer fireboat in 1967. Can't remember now...
Chris-Craft/Groco seacocks I rebuilt my 1978 seacock/strainers a couple of years ago - two 2-1/2" for the mains, and two 1-1/4" for the gen and...
Delphine plans Go to http://www.ssdelphine.com/ and click on Specifications for plans in pdf format. I remember the Delphine on Lake St. Clair...
I remember Chanticleer well - she came into the Great Lakes in the summers and up to the Evinrude's island in the North Channel of Georgian Bay,...
window sealant Do not use any Home Depot household junk. Don't use the typical silicone caulk/sealant from home depot or the auto store either....