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Forum: General Sailing Forum 07-12-2018, 19:26
Replies: 37
Views: 3,500
Posted By Techtool
Re: Getting 2 Masts From Michigan to Florida

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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-11-2018, 18:21
Replies: 131
Views: 64,753
Posted By Techtool
Re: Seized Injectors - Need Ideas to Remove!

I worked for Caterpillar in the 70's and 80's we worked on many marine rusted blocks. I suggest you use localised 1200 to 1400 degree heat. Use oxy acetylene or propane and oxygen. Warm the head in a...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-11-2018, 09:20
Replies: 131
Views: 64,753
Posted By Techtool
Re: Seized Injectors - Need Ideas to Remove!

If you have the stones try heat and quench. The two metals (cast and tool steel) expand and contract at different rates and warming and cooling will break the rust.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-09-2018, 21:45
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By Techtool
Re: Detroit 71 injectors doing my head in

What Micron is your secondary fuel filter? I worked for years on 53, 71, 92 and 149 engines in the mining sector. Bio sludge can be a problem but more often its particulates of carbon that get in the...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-09-2018, 16:36
Replies: 13
Views: 4,236
Posted By Techtool
Re: Is this as bad as I fear? 80 hunter 30

I have a 1977 hunter 30 I bought it last year and redid the comp post this spring. I there any cracks in the cabin top around the mast step. If there is you will have to check for wet core and...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-05-2018, 17:27
Replies: 2
Views: 614
Posted By Techtool
Re: Propane Stove hook up

Thanks Sent him an email.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-05-2018, 16:21
Replies: 2
Views: 614
Posted By Techtool
Propane Stove hook up

Hello all. I have been watching from the sidelines for about a year and have chimed in on a couple of posts but I am really stuck with my own problem and could really use a suggestion.
I was...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-04-2018, 12:34
Replies: 11
Views: 1,646
Posted By Techtool
Re: Non Removable Pickup Tube

Disconnect the fuel line to the tank. Hook a temporary line to your filter inlet. Drop the temporary line in a clean can of diesel. Bleed the system and run it for a couple of hours. If the problem...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-04-2018, 09:20
Replies: 31
Views: 4,649
Posted By Techtool
Re: Stripped Injector Nut Replacement

Replacing the line is extremely easy if you have a new or good used in your possession. Just looking at the new line will clear up any questions. If you are ever stuck and can’t get a new line...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-04-2018, 09:04
Replies: 33
Views: 8,998
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar Engine runs 4h and revs drop and then stops

I agree with Cavalier. Return should run to the day tank. Make sure it enters the day tank well away from the suction line. The return fuel is usually aerated and hot. If the boat has been running...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 26-03-2018, 08:51
Replies: 22
Views: 3,410
Posted By Techtool
Re: Balmar Alt-mount on 3GM30f - belt too long?

Any Balmar I have done the adjuster goes on the top not the bottom. That swings the alt out farther any chance you could swap the adjuster to the top?? Google Balmar yanmar 3 cyl installs and view...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 21-03-2018, 23:36
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Maybe have a look at Locktite (Permatex) Copper gasket spray.

permatex® copper spray-a-gasket® hi-temp sealant
Fast drying, metallic copper spray adhesive/sealant
prevents gasket burnout and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 21-03-2018, 10:58
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Yes thats perfect ring position.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-03-2018, 17:41
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

For some reason they are using more zinc in luberplate and over time it will seize the liner. I like light viscosity synthetic grease as long as it will stand the heat. I presume you know about...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-03-2018, 16:42
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Oh I forgot to mention do NOT use Luberplate between a steel sleeve (liner) and a cast block..
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-03-2018, 16:40
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Yes thats industry standard Soap on wet liner seals and grease or copper coat on dry liners. What did you end up with for protrusion?
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-03-2018, 05:17
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Take it in. Ad while your there ask the guy about putting any sylicone in the seals.. Lets us know what He says..
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-03-2018, 19:49
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

Sorry Fred F. here again.. If you have the patience and want to know what is really going on. Get a piece of plastigage (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plastigauge) or thin solder put a ring around...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-03-2018, 14:27
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

I worked for Volvo, Cat and Cummins for 38 years but never Yanmar. Clamping is very important when measuring if the liner is not pressed into the seat in the block with bolts you wont get a valid...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-03-2018, 13:36
Replies: 47
Views: 6,274
Posted By Techtool
Re: Yanmar YSE Liner Question

My two Cents.
Clamp the liner in with 4 head bolts with long spacers the measure the protrusion. If it’s still unequal spin the liner 90 deg. and retry if you find a sweet spot mark it with a felt...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-01-2018, 13:20
Replies: 29
Views: 2,971
Posted By Techtool
Re: Charge at 24V, consume at 12V

Let us know what you decide in the end... its an interesting topic.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-01-2018, 12:23
Replies: 29
Views: 2,971
Posted By Techtool
Re: Charge at 24V, consume at 12V

Yes I just retired from 35 years working as a diesel mechanic in the Canadian north. We used these contactors in our re-volt boost packs to switch between 12v 24 volt or 48 volt boost packs for large...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-01-2018, 10:21
Replies: 29
Views: 2,971
Posted By Techtool
Re: Charge at 24V, consume at 12V

Try looking at In Power Mobile power solutions
They sell solid state contactors

UltraSwitch Dual Electronic Battery Disconnects
The industry standard!
• Withstands harsh vehicle environments...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 21-12-2017, 14:52
Replies: 30
Views: 10,222
Posted By Techtool
Re: What does the glow switch do on my Yanmar 3JH5E and when do I use it?

Push the glow plug button and watch your start engine battery volt meter if it drops a few volts when the button is pushed the plugs are working. Diesels fire on heat of compression. All the time I...
Forum: Meets & Greets 08-12-2017, 14:18
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By Techtool
Good Day All

We've been reading this forum for about a year. Great info and great folks. Im a retired Volvo factory tech and I have enjoyed reading your very clever fixes to very interesting problems.
Its good...
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