Can anyone help me with my Hunter 30?

[Lakeside1]

Hello. My name is Gordon and I just purchased a 1990 Hunter Open Transom 30'. I've been out of the sailing community for about 15 years and I'm just getting back into the fun of it all. In slowly, one-thing-at-a-time outfitting this vessel after having it shipped down to me in Louisiana from Michigan and I've run into a couple of obstacles/problems.

1. Does anyone have a schematic or layout of this Hunter which notes where everything is and what everything is? Mine didn't come with an Owner's Manual or any paperwork.

2. I can't find the fresh water holding tank for the sink. I think it's located under the front V berth but before I pour water down it, I'd like to know for sure.

3. Can anyone offer me information with attaching the boom vang? There's gotta be an easy way to get this thing hooked up but I'm having trouble figuring it out. Again, the Owner's Manual probably would show me...if I had one.

4. Last thing...for now, at least...when I started my engine -- a Yanmar 2GM20F diesel, about 5 minutes after I started it, the buzzer came on. What's the buzzer telling me? Low on fuel? Something's heating up? If I had an owner's manual, I could probably figure it out but I'm kinda stuck. Anyone have any info?

Thanks out there.
Cordially,
Gordon

 

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H30

Hi Gordon, our 1989 H28 had the potable water tank beneath the forward berth. The filler was in the anchor well. I suspect that is where you will find yours. Most mid sized Hunter models have them there.

My advice to you would be to begin at the bow and check every nook and cranny for system components and write it down as an inventory check list. Best way I know of to get to know your boat. It will come in handy when things begin to go wrong. That is what we did on our 1991 P42 when we took possession in 2002.

As you build your inventory, go back and check out how the component is wired or plumbed into the system. Sketch wire or hose routes, sizes / gauges, etc. At some point this information will help in trouble shooting system performance issues or failures.

The boom vang on our H28 had one point connected to a SS "U" shaped strap on the under side of the boom mid way. The lower part was connected to a similar "U" shaped strap at mast step. The mast step end had a quick disconnect shackle so that it could be clipped onto the toe rail for down wind point of sail with the boom perpendicular to the boat.

Not sure about the warning buzzer. Could be oil pressure, water temperature, charging. A loose or broken sensor wire could be the culprit. Time for trouble shooting.

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[erictowse]

Dear Gordon,
Please take time to explore this site. There are many resources that will help you with your problems. The anonymous reply was so right when he/she suggested to go through every nook of the boat. My boat is an '83 Hunter 30. This site was a godsend.

 

[Benny]

Regarding how to install the boom-vang depends on what kind of boom you have. Do you have a fixed boom bail or a slot at the bottom of the boom to install an adjustable bail? Regarding the engine buzzer alarm go to the control panel in the cockpit and a light should go on that panel advising whether the fault is overheating, loss of oil pressure or a faulty alternator. The buzzer is just to draw your attention to the panel. When you turn the key switch on the oil pressure light will go on and the alternator light will go on and the buzzer will sound. When the engine starts oil pressure builds up and the alternator turns and both lights and the buzzer should go off. If the buzzer and temperature lights go on after 5 minutes running it is more than likely a cooling problem; make sure the raw water intake valve is open at the through the hull. If the engine has been ran dry it is very likely that the impeller has been destroyed in the process. It will need to be replaced and any broken particles removed from the conduits to avoid future problems. The signal for low fuel is when the engine starts sucking air and quits. The owner manuals provide little information, I would advise getting your hands on a diesel engine book and a service manual for your engine.

 

[Roger F]

Have fun getting back into it! Another check fo buzzer is to be sure raw water intake is not fouled. I had to go swiming a couple times in Maine for that. Still considering options for a screen etc