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23-12-2018, 10:01
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Autopilot from scratch
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Re: Autopilot from scratch
Cool, thanks. At least I've got a place to start. :)
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22-12-2018, 08:25
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Autopilot from scratch
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Very interesting idea... Looks like I got some learnin' to do ;)
Any suggestions on where to start? I've got a haulout to do in the spring, so at that point I can take pics, and measurements, and...
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22-12-2018, 07:43
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This is the first I've heard of a trim-tab windvane. I did a short Google on it, and the ones I'm seeing off the hop are for transom mounted rudders. My rudder is at least 3' forward of the transom....
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
22-12-2018, 07:13
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Autopilot from scratch
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Re: Autopilot from scratch
Ditto! I love your solution, very creative.
Rob
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21-12-2018, 09:35
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Autopilot from scratch
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Re: Autopilot from scratch
Also, when looking up rotary drives the power produced is stated in kg/m. Any ideas how to calculate what is required?
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
21-12-2018, 08:46
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Doing a bit of research, and with the advice of you guys (thanks:)) I'd like to explore the rotary drive option, but all I can find is units for boats up to 40' and 24000 lbs. Mine is a big a** 43',...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
21-12-2018, 08:12
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I get where you're coming from, but I'm not sure what is actually practical. I don't have a conventional steering quadrant, so a linear drive is not an option, (nor most windvane types of steering as...
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19-12-2018, 09:38
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Autopilot from scratch
Hey all,
I'm in year 6 of a 3 year refit of a steel 43' Mauritius Ketch.:whistling:
Goshawk was home built in 1990, and we got her for a song knowing full well that we were more paying for a...
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Great Lakes
01-12-2018, 05:17
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Cannabis possession on a boat (Official rules for cruising in Ontario Canada)
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Cannabis possession on a boat (Official rules for cruising in Ontario Canada)
When legalization was finally implemented, I decided to contact the Government of Ontario to get clarification on the rules for cannabis possession on a boat.
It is basically the same rules as it...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
05-02-2018, 08:20
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Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
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Rob Toronto
Re: Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
Thanks Bill.
Great manual, too bad it isn't the right one for a DPA :(
I called a rebuilder this morning and they said they'd do a complete re & re for $700. Looks like I'm going to have to bite...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
04-02-2018, 15:08
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Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
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Rob Toronto
Re: Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
Thanks Bill. I searched, but all I could find was for the CAV type with the rectangular/ boxy top. I've got a DPA type as apposed to the DPS and haven't been able to find anything. It would be much...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
04-02-2018, 14:27
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Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
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Perkins 4.236 dpa hydraulic fuel pump leak
Got an old Perkins 4.236 that runs like a top. One small problem though. Where the throttle enters the fuel pump I've got a constant slow drip with the engine is running. I'd really like to avoid...
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25-04-2013, 06:35
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April Giveaway: Waterfixer
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Re: April Giveaway: Waterfixer
Ultraviolet Water Filters And Purifiers Model 500 (https://www.waterfixercompany.com/model500.html)
I needs me one :)
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
26-03-2013, 20:05
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Good timing. :thumb:
I just had the transmission rebuilt, and installed it last weekend. This weekend we're aligning the tranny with the prop shaft, and I'll be starting to replumb the engine over...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
15-11-2012, 15:17
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Helping me ID my Perkins 4.236
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Helping me ID my Perkins 4.236
Hi all, I've been getting some solid advice so far on this forum, so I thought I'd try another one:D
I've got an old Perkins 4.236 in the sailboat I bought this year, and am in the process of...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 12:15
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Is the exhaust through-hull higher or lower than the exhaust ?
Good question... I'd have to check, but I think the exhaust thru hull is higher.
I'm going to have to find the waterline in the engine...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 12:07
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Hey John,
Thanks for the info. I've got a copy of the shop manual, operator's manual, and a very cool handbook circa 1972, so I think I'm covered there, what I'm lacking is experience, you don't...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 11:31
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
The exhaust is about 8 to 10 inches above the waterline facing down just below the transom. I've included a pic. For scale, the pipe is 3" the picture is taken from the hatch in the aft cabin looking...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 10:43
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Cool there are even YouTube videos on how to use the kit. Thanks.
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 10:28
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
What an awesome idea. The cockpit drain is exposed and goes right through the engine room. Thanks. Solves the problem of where to put the vent AND makes my life easier:thumb:
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 10:23
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Thats what I'm looking for! A glimmer of hope:flowers:
I did download a copy of the manual, and I am a decently handy guy, and have built everything from houses, to computers, so I think I will at...
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02-11-2012, 08:53
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Good point.
I thought it might be water lapping into the exhaust originally due to the fact that I'm stern to one of the main channels, but I pulled off the pipe from the muffler inlet, and laid it...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
02-11-2012, 08:23
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Rob Toronto
Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
I'm starting to think you are correct. An easy fix really. I've got plenty of headspace in the engine room, and it is directly below the center cockpit, so I can't see doing a proper vented loop of...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
01-11-2012, 22:15
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
I'll definitely take your advice and replace it. Actually I've got 2 on order:D
I removed the heat exchanger tubes from the manifold, and other than some very minor scaling, all the tubes are free...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
01-11-2012, 22:11
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Working on an old Perkins 4.236
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Rob Toronto
Re: Working on an old Perkins 4.236
Hi, the waterline is at least 3/4 up the engine, so I guess officially it is below the waterline. Nope, no vented loop. Where are you talking about? At the exhaust, or on the raw water inlet? Please...
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