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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-09-2018, 03:14
Replies: 6
Views: 1,552
Posted By nathan007
Re: Quick question regarding cooling system bypass?

Indeed, but I would like to minimize corrosion risks, I'll probably just do the engine part at the moment
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 28-09-2018, 18:48
Replies: 6
Views: 1,552
Posted By nathan007
Re: Quick question regarding cooling system bypass?

I totally understand, but in my case time is playing against me.. I haul out tomorrow for winterizing.

I planned on replacing the coolant (only about 1 year old since purchase of the boat) but a...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 28-09-2018, 13:05
Replies: 6
Views: 1,552
Posted By nathan007
Quick question regarding cooling system bypass?

Hello!
I have a 3JH4E yanmar , with fresh water cooling (coolant , heat exchanger, raw water intake)

Now I might have to replace the engine coolant Before winterizing the engine, but I will also...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-09-2018, 09:13
Replies: 16
Views: 3,608
Posted By nathan007
Re: Question for a storage cradle pads over winter

The pads do not move once the boat is set , they were already padded , but not fully covered.
There are 4 bolt heads per pad which are kinda flush with the surface, this why I want to keep them...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 13-09-2018, 09:05
Replies: 16
Views: 3,608
Posted By nathan007
Re: Question for a storage cradle pads over winter

Thanks for your replies!
I did not think about material interaction, I must admit. It does hold below the water line on the antifouling.

The way is is wrapped limits water intrusion, but if there...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 12-09-2018, 14:44
Replies: 16
Views: 3,608
Posted By nathan007
Question for a storage cradle pads over winter

Hello!
I am in the process of getting ready to haul out the boat for winterizing (northern NY state)

The cradle pads are kinda old and I wanted to give them a little freshening , my plan was to...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 16-07-2018, 09:56
Replies: 0
Views: 521
Posted By nathan007
Installing furling jib, something's not quite right

Hello!

I'm kind of a noon, learning everyday!
I went to install (raise) the jib on a furlex 200s, everything went well , but the bottom 24" of the luff will not go in the track, because of the...
Forum: Navigation 12-07-2018, 09:04
Replies: 3
Views: 1,731
Posted By nathan007
Re: Navionics charts, is it worth an update?

Yeah I know my usual spots, and I have a hummingbird GPS/sonar on my rib that I use for recon, I guess I'll resist the urge to update for the moment hehe
Forum: Navigation 11-07-2018, 10:58
Replies: 3
Views: 1,731
Posted By nathan007
Navionics charts, is it worth an update?

Hello!

I purchased a used raymarine es75 that came bundled with Navionics+ charts (large - north america coverage)

The maps dates back to 2015. I can update it paying a fee of 99$ trough...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-09-2017, 09:03
Replies: 18
Views: 5,948
Posted By nathan007
Re: Kanzaki KM35P ; ATF fluid??

Thank you very much :)
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-09-2017, 06:11
Replies: 18
Views: 5,948
Posted By nathan007
Re: Kanzaki KM35P ; ATF fluid??

Thanks guys!

Now, i can easily access 30weight oil, i work in auto parts, but i am worried that trying to flush it will only mess things up (will always remain ATF, mixed with straight grade oil,...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-09-2017, 21:00
Replies: 18
Views: 5,948
Posted By nathan007
Re: Kanzaki KM35P ; ATF fluid??

Anyone?
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 03-09-2017, 11:48
Replies: 18
Views: 5,948
Posted By nathan007
Kanzaki KM35P ; ATF fluid??

Hello!

While doing a quick look around on our newly acquired Hunter 38 2007, I noticed the gearbox (KM35P) which requires SAE 20 or 30 grade oil is filled with atf or unknown nature. (Red-ish in...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 25-08-2017, 09:02
Replies: 22
Views: 8,227
Posted By nathan007
Re: Dock line size question?

Good thinking!
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 24-08-2017, 15:00
Replies: 22
Views: 8,227
Posted By nathan007
Re: Dock line size question?

Thanks alot for your replies!

From what i can see, i have double braided nylon dock lines, i guess the size would be 5/8 which seems right for the size/weight of the boat. I just want to make they...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 24-08-2017, 04:47
Replies: 22
Views: 8,227
Posted By nathan007
Dock line size question?

Well I want to replace one of my docking line and add snubbers. I have a hunter 38, and am trying to figure out if I have 5/8 or 3/4 inch lines..

I used a measuring tape, and on most of my...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 31-07-2017, 05:25
Replies: 0
Views: 1,628
Posted By nathan007
Hunter 38 - interior trim removal how-to?

Hello!

I need to rebed and solidify 2 stanchions base on a 2007 Hunter38, I need to access behind the trim but can't figure out how its holding unless I really start removing parts.. Before I...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 13-07-2017, 10:39
Replies: 1
Views: 2,268
Posted By nathan007
Hunter 38 gelcoat cracks?

Hello!

I noticed on a 2007 hunter 38 stress cracks on the gel coat near the lifting slings points, the boat has a good overall survey (Nov 2016) but its not mentioned anywhere, should I be...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-07-2017, 06:40
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Re: Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

Well I checked my fuel pump with positive pressure And vacuum according to the shop manual, I may have a slight leak on the 'out' side, went for a 30 min test run anyway, everything was working...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-07-2017, 09:06
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Re: Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

I'm going there tomorrow, will check out and keep you updated!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-07-2017, 14:40
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Re: Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

Thank you all for your input!!

The outboard is on a rib, so transom mounted, I had decend headwind but no waves since it was coming from shore.

The vent seems to work well (Yamaha outboard 24L...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-07-2017, 05:33
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Re: Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

Yes, I did open the tank vent ;)
The bulb was reversed because I remember it being closer to the engine before, and it can explain why when I primed it the bulb would kind of feel collapsed and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 03-07-2017, 13:59
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Re: Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

I had just filled up prior to going out, so fresh, premium gaz plus a few drops of seafoam to keep it nice.

I will need to recheck the fuel pump with a vacuum tester, but what I worry about is the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 03-07-2017, 09:19
Replies: 27
Views: 3,239
Posted By nathan007
Outboard dying unexpectedly ?

I have a 08 Yamaha f15, runs great all the time, until yesterday when during a two hours ride it started dying under power, and would start back up after, then die again after 3 to 5 minutes running....
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 23-05-2017, 09:01
Replies: 7
Views: 2,764
Posted By nathan007
Re: Hull damage how bad is it?

I just noticed it recently , the boat was freshly waxed so I guess imperfections were easier to see..
The boat was surveyed last fall and there ate no mentions of this issue in the report,...
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