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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 06-04-2021, 00:32
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By noblewarrior
how to size a prop

I have a warrior 38 sailboat and my Brunton auto prop has failed, due to Brexit there appear to be complications in getting it repaired, I am in Portugal.
So, I need to get a new fixed prop, I don't...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-07-2020, 02:17
Replies: 26
Views: 4,920
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Adding Temperature Gauge to MD 2020

The reason i posted is to highlight that point, a sensor like the one in a picture in one of the posts will not work on that engine if the block is isolated, you need the switch type.
I was...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-07-2020, 01:53
Replies: 26
Views: 4,920
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Adding Temperature Gauge to MD 2020

I was recently working on a friends MD 2020, the stop solenoid had an intermittant fault. In my tracing I discovered that that model is not grounded, I mean that the engine block is not permanently...
Forum: Weather | Gear, Reports and Resources 15-03-2020, 03:24
Replies: 16
Views: 2,779
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Faster winds and faster currents

From my recollection of ocean studies, a wind induced current will attain aproximately 2-3% of the sustained wind. Therefore if the winds are increasisng the current will also. Though it should be...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 10-07-2019, 09:39
Replies: 4
Views: 2,624
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: engine oil type for Volvo D2 40

Thanks for that info, however do I choose synthetic, semi synthetic, or mineral.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 10-07-2019, 02:19
Replies: 4
Views: 2,624
Posted By noblewarrior
engine oil type for Volvo D2 40

Can anyone advise me on thr engine oil I should use on my Volvo D2 40. The manual says. VDS-2, ACEA E5, API CH-4. SAE 15W/40 SAE 20W/50.
I have looked at numerous types and cant find that spec.
I...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-04-2019, 01:36
Replies: 43
Views: 8,604
Posted By noblewarrior
re: Recommendations needed for an Aussie insurance company - Aust Pantaenius useless

I would agree with you I am with Pantaenius for over 10 years and recently had a claim with them. They were super effficient, their surveyor on the spot at the lift out to inspect the damage, and a...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 29-12-2018, 01:41
Replies: 40
Views: 6,693
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Quebec tourist convicted in Cuba 2nd time after fatal boating accident

I am getting very tired of the sarcastic, flippant, trivial comments on various posts. They are a distraction from the subject matter and even worse, they are juvinile. Could I suggest to these...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 30-07-2018, 12:10
Replies: 18
Views: 4,511
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Anchoring while motoring in forward?

I have done this also, I have heard it called the "Frigate drop" it is useful in the Balaeric Island when you want to drop on a sandy bottom and avoid the sea grass as holding is bad on them and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 30-07-2018, 12:02
Replies: 10
Views: 3,322
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Volvo D240, how to commision+install oil pressure gauge

thanks Traverew, i will find out the thread size and look at buying a dual sensor. Does anyone know where I would get the commisioning instructions or is it as simple as starting it up and running...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-07-2018, 10:30
Replies: 10
Views: 3,322
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Volvo D240, how to commision+install oil pressure gauge

Thanks for that info, I will look on ebay and for those components. I am probably being a bit too cautious, but it would be nice to knopw the oil presure from new, I would think it might be good for...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-07-2018, 10:26
Replies: 10
Views: 3,322
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Volvo D240, how to commision+install oil pressure gauge

thanks for that info, but I don't want to have to use my phone to look at that info, I like to keep it simple, the whole thing is too hitec for me anyway.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-07-2018, 03:56
Replies: 10
Views: 3,322
Posted By noblewarrior
Volvo D240, how to commision+install oil pressure gauge

I have bought a new VP d2 40 and have difficulty getting it commisioned as I bought in UK and am in Portugal. I have not started it yet and would like to know the first start up procedure. Also I...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 01-07-2018, 00:47
Replies: 13
Views: 3,770
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Porta Bote vs Banana boat

I have an 8 foot and agree with all the above re 10 foot is much better. I am planning to either get a rib or up the portaboat to 10, or even 112?.
The only drawbacks are that it is not possible to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-04-2018, 00:47
Replies: 35
Views: 6,049
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Shore power shock felt from ladder

Zil, you are providing innaccurate info here, from your post it is obvious that you are not qualified to advise on this subject. I wont go into all your misinformation, but the type of trip device...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-04-2018, 07:03
Replies: 35
Views: 6,049
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Shore power shock felt from ladder

Zil. Why don'tyou enlighten us with your superior knowledge.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-04-2018, 01:32
Replies: 35
Views: 6,049
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Shore power shock felt from ladder

This sounds like a broken neutral, downstream of the yard distribution box. (or in it) This can be a difficult fault to find as the earth (ground) and neutral may be linked at the source of the...
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 15-04-2018, 03:12
Replies: 19
Views: 2,999
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Sail Drive/Hull Internal Rubber Boot

Re saildrive; I replaced mine a yera ago I reckon it was about 18 years old. I have had the replacement on board for a few years waiting for the oppertunity to do it. When I took the old one out...
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 10-04-2018, 08:39
Replies: 17
Views: 4,519
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Gran Canaria to Portugal April 27th 2018

Are you crewed or singlehander, if crewed it will be easier to stay at sea for the long haul and do it in one go. However I would be wary of a fixed date for departure, and if possible would choose a...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 01-04-2018, 01:47
Replies: 24
Views: 6,151
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Unmaintained Saildrive? Am I asking for it...

I have a saildrive and have just overhauled it. It was damaged due to the prop hitting a semi submerged tree. I would agree with the warnings re corrosoin if the anodes were not servicable during the...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 20-01-2018, 01:19
Replies: 9
Views: 3,029
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Repairing SS water Tanks

I had a leak in my stainless tank also, it was very difficult to remove for repair or replacement. I was advised against in situ repair by welding due to cost and the that it was very difficult and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 08-03-2017, 01:41
Replies: 24
Views: 4,989
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: My Honda is sick .

I would go with the previous post about too much air. Make sure the gasket is intact and the bolts tight.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 08-03-2017, 01:18
Replies: 35
Views: 12,076
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Shore Power Circuit Breaker Tripping Often

As previously suggested get (borrow/buy) voltage tester, Then check the voltage with the power off, switch on an appliance and check again if you have an ammeter see what the current draw is. if the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-02-2017, 09:40
Replies: 22
Views: 8,610
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Which boatyard - Portimao or Faro (Nave Pegos - Bruce's boatyard)- or maybe La Co

Bruces in Faro is concreted all over and is very secure, he has two travel hoists.However, If you want work done it is not the best place to go on the Algarve, I would recommend Marina Formosa in...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 31-12-2016, 09:14
Replies: 24
Views: 12,447
Posted By noblewarrior
Re: Removing Teak Deck and Making Good on GRP

I am not an expert on fiberglass, so maybe gelcoat is not what I should use. Under the teak deck is a layer of rough woven mat type material, what I would call raw fiberglass. I was thinking of...
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