Engine Heat

[Bob Camarena]

On long motoring trips, a C-30's engine heats up everything below, from the icebox to the galley drawers to the cabin itself. I was wondering if running the engine blower full time while motoring would have an appreciable effect on the heat build up. Has anyone tried this? Any other ideas? I know it's a sailboat and long periods of motoring are to be avoided, but here in the California Delta motoring is an essential part of getting from point A to point B when time is limited. Insulation doesn't seem to be a solution since the heat has to go somewhere.

 

[Rick]

heat

I've noticed the same thing motoring back to the bay from the delta in our 30. Although I don't think to the same degree. How hot is your engine running ? Changing the thermostsat might help. The engine blower is something I haven't thought of - could perhaps help.

 

[Randy]

Running the blower

I had also considered running the blower to ventilate heat from the engine compartment, but I've never really tried it for any length of time. I wonder what effect it would have on the blower's lifespan. Other than that, and the battery power drain, it's got to help remove heat from the engine compartment.Randy

 

[Bob Robeson]

Use the fan!

I use the blower anytime our diesel is running. I do not know if it helps with the heat, but it does help with any fumes and thus the smells.It just seems safer. It may shorten the fan’s life, but a new turbo fan is only $24.00.Bob

 

[Bob Camarena]

Response to Rick

My engine doesn't run too hot, right at 148-150. Funny you should mention motoring from the Delta to the Bay. I was prompted to write my question after motoring from Stockton to Richmond YC over the weekend. The heat had really built up after the 8.5 hour run to Benicia. We'll be in the Bay for 2 months so I don't think we'll be motoring that much.