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Ward H reacted to Captain Larry-DH's post in the thread Seacock Quality... Replace?—Currently on the hard. with
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:facepalm: The problem with Starboard is the sealant doesn’t bond well to it, so it can form leaks due to physical separation resulting... -
Ward H reacted to BigEasy's post in the thread Seacock Quality... Replace?—Currently on the hard. with Like.
G10 is the preferred material for backing plates; however plywood coated with a few coats of epoxy is a close second choice.
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Ward H reacted to mermike's post in the thread Seacock Quality... Replace?—Currently on the hard. with Like.
Please, please, please don't use wood. It WILL rot unless you're usng an exotic and if you're going to go to that much trouble, use the...
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Petroleum based greases do not always play well with rubber parts. I'd be hesitant to use it on the impeller. If you do need to lube the... -
BigEasy replied to the thread Propane System Leak in 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 323.What’s the suggested age for replacing hoses, etc?
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Ddlochner replied to the thread Raise the boom.Probably not. Between the sheave exit and the top of the sail there must be room for the shackle and the splice or knot. There also must...
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Ddlochner replied to the thread Help identifying this grease.Petroleum based greases do not always play well with rubber parts. I'd be hesitant to use it on the impeller. If you do need to lube the...
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jssailem reacted to SycloneDriver's post in the thread Black smoke on start of my Hunter 28 (2GM20G Yanmar engine) with Like.
Does your boat have a hot water heater & is it heated with engine coolant? The coolant hoses going to the heater often need the air... -
jssailem replied to the thread Its funny Friday!.Repressed quasi musical talent emerges like weeds in a field of wheat.
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Remarkable how far this thread has drifted into song lyrics. How could we prevent a thread from drifting? Was it anchored with a CQR or... -
Ddlochner replied to the thread Propane System Leak in 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 323.A proper gas fitting has been mechanically crimped on to the hose. The usual barbed hose fitting and clamp are not permitted under the...
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Leeward Rail replied to the thread Strange grumbling noise behind engine.True. When you are testing a running engine, that is risky though. Depending on what area you are checking. A stethoscope is very... -
WayneH replied to the thread Its funny Friday!.Nah, Mushroom! -
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CCalif. Ted replied to the thread Help identifying this grease.I have a similar jar that is impellor lube I bought a couple decades ago at the auto/boat parts store, the label came off almost...