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Forum: Sport Yachts 07-18-2022, 12:05 PM
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Views: 368
Posted By jparsons121
Those reverse polarity indicators are there to...

Those reverse polarity indicators are there to show when there’s voltage carried on the neutral and ground when it shouldn’t be. Given the additional symptoms with the voltage varying, Id inspect...
Forum: Electronics 07-18-2022, 11:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By jparsons121
I always prefer to keep a battery isolated as a...

I always prefer to keep a battery isolated as a starting bank. This will change depending upon whether it’s an odd or even day so that each battery gets exercised with house loads and starting loads...
Forum: Engines 07-18-2022, 11:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By jparsons121
That does sound excessive. I start my 5.0’s by...

That does sound excessive. I start my 5.0’s by turning key on. Fuel pump should run for a brief moment. Place shifter Into throttle only mode. Pump twice and then crank. If she doesn’t fire on the...
Forum: Engines 05-16-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By jparsons121
Marine engines 4 less in Ocala

Marine engines 4 less in Ocala
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 02-07-2022, 12:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 830
Posted By jparsons121
Part of the issue is the style of anchor you’ve...

Part of the issue is the style of anchor you’ve chosen. The short shank on that style changes the angle on how it sits when stowed. Secondly, the flukes on the anchor should not come up thru the...
Forum: Engines 10-27-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 571
Posted By jparsons121
Stick with the original setup as Mike suggests. ...

Stick with the original setup as Mike suggests.
Changing to an electric pump setup requires more than just plumbing in a pump. There are safeties that these setups require to control when they...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 10-19-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,280
Posted By jparsons121
Head will discharge into the tank. No Y-valve to...

Head will discharge into the tank. No Y-valve to my knowledge was installed by Maxum.
Macerators use a ‘deadman’ switch design where both momentary switches Need to be held in to turn on the...
Forum: Engines 10-19-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,043
Posted By jparsons121
I’ve used New Marine Engines, New Marine Engines...

I’ve used New Marine Engines, New Marine Engines 4.3L, New Marine Engines 5.7L, New Marines Engine 350, New Marine Engines 454 and More (https://marineengines4less.com/) with good results.
However,...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-28-2021, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By jparsons121
Make/Model of the fridge?

Make/Model of the fridge?
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-28-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 505
Posted By jparsons121
I’ve rebuilt mine at least 4 times in the past...

I’ve rebuilt mine at least 4 times in the past 20+ years. Mikes carburetor parts has videos as well as kits. I went to the 4bbl edelbrock 1409 when I had to replace one of the mains, so no...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-13-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 810
Posted By jparsons121
You are correct. With optional ac, there is a...

You are correct. With optional ac, there is a second shore power line in. The black switch selects which line the voltmeter is reading. It has no function other than switching the meter readout...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-19-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 444
Posted By jparsons121
Check on your air draft. When the hauler...

Check on your air draft.
When the hauler trucked mine, with their marine lowboy, I had to remove the electronics and such from the arch to get under 13’6.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-19-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By jparsons121
Try etrailer.com or other RV supply much better...

Try etrailer.com or other RV supply much better selection than big box or marine supply.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-16-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,309
Posted By jparsons121
I used baby powder for tracking down leaks. Water...

I used baby powder for tracking down leaks. Water can travel a fair distance from the actual leak. Dust the possible areas with the powder. Any water will leave a track in the dust.
Forum: Projects and Customisations 08-16-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,605
Posted By jparsons121
Alternator to starting battery. That’s based...

Alternator to starting battery.
That’s based upon my belief that having a fully charged battery for engine is a priority over any house loads.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-03-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 944
Posted By jparsons121
You’ll need to pull the bracket and measure the...

You’ll need to pull the bracket and measure the dimensions.
Rollers are available many places. Try...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 08-03-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,714
Posted By jparsons121
On mine, I found it to be the seals in the...

On mine, I found it to be the seals in the faucets. Does the hammer go away when. You open one of the all the way? Also are you on city water or using onboard tanks/pump?
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-02-2021, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,151
Posted By jparsons121
The waste tank is under the midberth as Mike...

The waste tank is under the midberth as Mike mentions. Connections for the tank are on the aft end of the tank in the ER. Check both connections. The lower hose on mine started leaking when the...
Forum: Electronics 08-02-2021, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,217
Posted By jparsons121
I’ve never been a fan of Maxum’s choices in the...

I’ve never been a fan of Maxum’s choices in the DC wiring.
Each engine should be running off its own battery and it’s alternator charging the battery it ‘sees’ connected. Same for the genny. ...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 877
Posted By jparsons121
Properly functioning waste systems shouldn’t...

Properly functioning waste systems shouldn’t smell or need filters.
Key items are proper treatment and good airflow. Many add-on filters actually increase the odor in the tank by restricting the...
Forum: Electronics 07-27-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,064
Posted By jparsons121
Verify that the readings you see on the helm...

Verify that the readings you see on the helm gauge are actually correct.
Measure the voltage at the battery at rest and with engine running.
Forum: Engines 07-20-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,239
Posted By jparsons121
It can be a bit away from the gauges. On my...

It can be a bit away from the gauges. On my 3000, buzzers are behind the side storage insert directly below the shifter. Just dangling from the wiring harness.
Forum: Projects and Customisations 07-20-2021, 11:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,605
Posted By jparsons121
DC side looks ok. For the AC side, are you...

DC side looks ok. For the AC side, are you redirecting your shore power to the inverter and then using the inverter to pass-thru current when plugged in?

You are missing the bonding connection...
Forum: Engines 07-19-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 785
Posted By jparsons121
I suggest inspecting the raw water pump as a...

I suggest inspecting the raw water pump as a precaution. If you moved that much sand, the impeller/housing may be scored.
Forum: Sport Yachts 07-15-2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 829
Posted By jparsons121
Use a local shop with good references. They...

Use a local shop with good references.
They can pattern the boat and get a good fit.
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