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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-05-2020, 18:50
Replies: 12
Views: 3,383
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Wet muffler/mixing tank combo replacement - Perkins 4.236

@Peter - The manifold exit is about 1ft below waterline, but the exhaust and raw water do not mix until 2ft above the waterline. There is no traditional mixing elbow off the manifold, it is insulated...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-05-2020, 18:16
Replies: 12
Views: 3,383
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Wet muffler/mixing tank combo replacement - Perkins 4.236

Thanks Hank! The current system mixes about 3ft above the motor and ~2ft above the waterline, which is about as high as I could feasibly get it on this boat. It's one reason the current set up is...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-05-2020, 11:29
Replies: 12
Views: 3,383
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Wet muffler/mixing tank combo replacement - Perkins 4.236

Thanks Peter, it is definitely on the table. Hopefully I can get the pictures from the other DE45 owners on their set ups so I can figure out where to situate the new lift muffler, etc.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-05-2020, 10:48
Replies: 12
Views: 3,383
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Wet muffler/mixing tank combo replacement - Perkins 4.236

Thanks for the advice. It appears all the other DE45 owners (and there aren't many of us) I've asked about the problem all have a different set up.

I'm waiting for some pictures, but I'm...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-05-2020, 10:13
Replies: 12
Views: 3,383
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Wet muffler/mixing tank combo replacement - Perkins 4.236

I noticed the combo wet muffler/mixing tank on my boat is beginning to leak. The boat uses a Perkins 4.236 diesel. Attached are some photos of the set up, which appears to be a unique set-up for this...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 11-09-2018, 14:03
Replies: 1
Views: 518
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Windlass Servicing - Los Angeles Area

Does anyone know of a competent repair shop in the Los Angeles area for servicing a windlass?

I have a ~40 year old windlass on my Downeaster 45 that began to overheat and smoke on my last use and...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-05-2018, 12:51
Replies: 2
Views: 1,287
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Bowsprit replacement Downeaster 45

Turns out the rot at the back of the bowsprit is much further along than I had originally anticipated.

We were originally thinking of doing an epoxy soak to bring back the structural integrity,...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 19-12-2017, 21:35
Replies: 12
Views: 2,420
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Bladder installs for fuel and water

Has anyone had good experiences with installing bladders into old fuel and/or water tanks?

Our Downeaster 45 has very difficult to access (and large) fuel and water tanks and I'd like to get them...
Forum: Navigation 22-08-2017, 16:13
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

We completed our journey Aug. 3rd - 17th with five crew for Blaine to SF and four for SF to LA. We started in Blaine WA with stops in Roche Harbor WA, Port Angeles WA, Neah Bay WA, Newport OR, San...
Forum: Navigation 07-07-2017, 14:18
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Great stuff BandB, if possible, we will definitely stop by a couple of these.
Forum: Navigation 08-06-2017, 17:55
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks for all the advice folks! Seems like everyone has had a different experience on the trip south, but mainly positive voyages.

My new rough plan is Blaine to Port Angeles on Day 1, Port...
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 16:27
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks Calif.Ted - I am picking up those planning maps and look forward to checking them out!
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 15:54
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks Phil - Great suggestions!
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 15:49
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Cool thanks, is there a guest dock in Neah Bay or are you typically anchoring out in the bay somewhere?
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 15:36
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks Paul! How long does it usually take you to shoot the strait to Neah Bay? I've heard of some wicked conditions when the wind and tide are coming in.

Ideally we'd like to leave Blaine at or...
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 15:28
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks Livia - Good point on being more specific, I was hoping to avoid posting a brick of paragraphs in the initial posting, but I see what you mean. :whistling:

I am hoping to avoid shipping...
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 15:15
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

Thanks Guy - any suggestions for navigation waypoints for the GPS while transiting the PNW coast?
Forum: Navigation 06-06-2017, 14:24
Replies: 36
Views: 7,588
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Suggested Waypoints for WA to SF to LA

We will be moving our new to us Downeaster 45 from Blaine, WA to Los Angeles in early August this year and I am beginning route planning for the trip.

After doing some basic research here and in...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-11-2015, 12:12
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

I ended up purchasing the previous o-ring kit that was linked in the thread for a Ford CAV pump, obviously that one is lacking the appropriate gasket for this application :facepalm:

If you know...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-11-2015, 09:18
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

Thanks HappyMDRSailor, would love to be able to pick something up locally.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-11-2015, 12:34
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

Does anyone know where to get a new gasket for under the throttle body housing? I want to avoid having to make one with gasket sealer, etc
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-01-2015, 12:35
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

One last question before we open her up this week. Do you know of any torque settings for the two twelve point bolts? I want to avoid breaking anything on the reinstall

Thanks again for the help!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-01-2015, 18:21
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

Thanks John, just wanting to double/triple check every question I have before taking anything apart. I appreciate both of your help, these Westerbeke's can be a little tricky to work on/locate parts...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-01-2015, 17:53
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

Thanks gentlemen, it looks like I've located it in the photos below. I'm pretty sure that is where the leak is originating, I'm getting a drop of diesel every 10 or so seconds at the lowest point of...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-01-2015, 14:12
Replies: 68
Views: 15,110
Posted By MDR_Sailing
Re: Westerbeke 4-91 Injection Pump Leaking

Thanks for the link John, I went ahead and purchased that kit, just in case I come across anything else that need replacing along the way.

Do either of you have a photo of where the throttle shaft...
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