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Forum: Sport Yachts 12-02-2015, 08:42 PM
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$100 an hour. The shipyard charged $680 for...

$100 an hour.

The shipyard charged $680 for the haul out, and $270 an hour for crane time.

The kicker was after paying these charges to remove, and replace the engine with a new pan, I had to...
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-30-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,598
Posted By capn_billl
I decided to replace the block instead of just a...

I decided to replace the block instead of just a head rebuild because the engine had low compression, and was 15 years old.

Plus my mechanic quoted more hours on the rebuild vs replacement so the...
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-19-2015, 10:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By capn_billl
I would cap off the hole. leaving a hose, no...

I would cap off the hole. leaving a hose, no matter how high up makes me nervous.

All it would take is a good stern wave to flood the hose that would begin siphoning in, until the swim platform...
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-19-2015, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By capn_billl
Two fuses Speakrdude is right. One under the...

Two fuses Speakrdude is right. One under the sink, one under the helm.
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-19-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,621
Posted By capn_billl
The foot switches on mine didn't work either....

The foot switches on mine didn't work either. checking for 12v at the common, then taking them apart, and I found a single galvanized washer for the switch contact. Some emery paper, and cleaner...
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-19-2015, 10:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Posted By capn_billl
Can you unscrew the handle, and move it slightly...

Can you unscrew the handle, and move it slightly then rescrew it so the board wont open it? usually fawcet handles have a star pattern that allows you to move it one tooth.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-19-2015, 10:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By capn_billl
I almost forgot. Way three: My hatch...

I almost forgot. Way three:

My hatch actually has a small split under the bench seat. this section is held in place by gravity, (and the edge of the bench).

You either have to have strong...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-19-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By capn_billl
By the way when you get your hatch open, post a...

By the way when you get your hatch open, post a picture.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-19-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By capn_billl
In the future you may want to have either an...

In the future you may want to have either an accessible release, or run the power wires to the topside under the sink, where you can disconnect them ,and jumper a good battery direct to the lifts if...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-19-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By capn_billl
MY boat has an access to the engine room two...

MY boat has an access to the engine room two ways.

Way one. There is a removable panel in the tank room that goes to engine room, it is screwed, and covered with fire panels.

Way two. the...
Forum: Sport Yachts 11-19-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,598
Posted By capn_billl
Angry Engine troubles

I've fallen into a nightmare that wont stop.

I started with a bad oil pan, and after paying a few grand to pull the engine, and replace it, the mechanic noticed, (after taking the time to...
Forum: Sport Yachts 10-30-2015, 02:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,327
Posted By capn_billl
I got that. The problem is I've never owned...

I got that.

The problem is I've never owned this boat, before and running multiple trips to determine range is an expensive, and time consuming process.

The engines are 8.3L MPI 1999's with 20"...
Forum: Sport Yachts 10-29-2015, 10:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,327
Posted By capn_billl
range on a 3700 scr 1999

What is an average range for a 3700 SCR?

Is there a speed that gets the best mileage for the speed?

I expect some level just above planing gives the best planing mileage.

and 3/4's hull...
Forum: Sport Yachts 09-29-2015, 09:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By capn_billl
I found the hidden screws, they are located 1...

I found the hidden screws, they are located 1 inch under the vinyl behind every light.

Unscrewing all the salon lights, followed by pulling back the vinyl near each light hole, exposes the screws....
Forum: Engines 09-28-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,971
Posted By capn_billl
Now might be a good time to ask, how much to...

Now might be a good time to ask, how much to tighten belts?
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-28-2015, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By capn_billl
When the AC runs it should have an output that...

When the AC runs it should have an output that goes to the pump, (or pump relay if more than one AC).

Check that output for voltage, (115VAC).
Forum: Sport Yachts 09-28-2015, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By capn_billl
NOPE. I tried removing a light, and looking, but...

NOPE. I tried removing a light, and looking, but there are two sheets of fiberglass soaked plywood.

The lower one has the vinyl wrapped around it. I pried on the edges, and got it to move 1/4...
Forum: Electronics 09-21-2015, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,346
Posted By capn_billl
The biggest load I was able to run off of an...

The biggest load I was able to run off of an inverter is the fridge.

After repeated failures, I replaced the "modified sine wave", with a 1.5KW pure Sine wave inverter.

No problems since, but I...
Forum: Sport Yachts 09-21-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By capn_billl
Did you ever get it fixed? I have the same...

Did you ever get it fixed? I have the same problem, on the same boat.
Forum: Electronics 06-30-2015, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,118
Posted By capn_billl
Part# HL2000181/Retrofit Kit - 18" Dual Cylinder...

Part# HL2000181/Retrofit Kit - 18" Dual Cylinder Simultaneous Movement - $424.51 West marine

This is getting better. $400 is going to be hard to beat even with jury rigging.
Forum: Engines 06-30-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,884
Posted By capn_billl
Yes that is correct.

Yes that is correct.
Forum: Engines 06-30-2015, 03:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,884
Posted By capn_billl
Under the engine there is a plastic box where the...

Under the engine there is a plastic box where the fuel line goes through a heat exchanger.

It looks like a kinda cheesy setup. If there isn't sufficient water flow, you will be boiling the fuel...
Forum: Electronics 06-30-2015, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,118
Posted By capn_billl
Paying several thousand for the convenience of...

Paying several thousand for the convenience of not having to yank my arm off is exactly what I was trying to avoid.

I used to work for a place that bought cylinders, we bought them in bulk, but...
Forum: Electronics 06-29-2015, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,118
Posted By capn_billl
I just came up with an idea. I see some minivans...

I just came up with an idea. I see some minivans with automatic door, and hatchback closers. The cylinders are the same size.
Forum: Sport Yachts 06-18-2015, 01:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,934
Posted By capn_billl
Here is what I used. MD Building Products ...

Here is what I used.

MD Building Products
Model # 78394 Internet # 100193598
1/2 in. x 17 ft. White Vinyl Gasket Weatherstrip

Here is another choice.

Hager
Model # AE-726S20...
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