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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-09-2023, 08:38
Replies: 9
Views: 888
Posted By alamoana
Re: Blisters again

I would buy a peeler, make DIY hotvac, buy a warm pressure washer and a moisture meter, Peel gel coat, wash daily with warm water AM and PM. Measure humidity weekly until it starts to come down, then...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 25-07-2023, 14:54
Replies: 44
Views: 2,859
Posted By alamoana
Re: MD2030 lost of speed

Is the tachometer RPM
Reading correct?
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 13-07-2023, 11:13
Replies: 3
Views: 1,381
Posted By alamoana
Re: Lofrans Tigres Horizontal Windlass

Did you sell it? If not, I am interested...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-07-2023, 09:06
Replies: 8
Views: 925
Posted By alamoana
Re: Head inlet teed into sink drain, but…

Sounds like a great idea! Good luck
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-05-2023, 06:20
Replies: 135
Views: 10,612
Posted By alamoana
Re: Outboard decisions: 2 vs 4 strokes

I would choose the 15 HP because you need it with 4 passengers. I would choose 4 stroke because you can fresh water rinse it on davits without starting it. The difference is only 400 euro and you do...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 23-05-2023, 06:12
Replies: 21
Views: 2,800
Posted By alamoana
Re: What's the problem with my windlass?

Check the carbon brushes, clean the dust or replace them. Good luck
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-05-2023, 18:17
Replies: 23
Views: 2,182
Posted By alamoana
Re: Need a new alternator

I used a Prestolite 8MR alternator 90 Amps or 110 Amps,,for 20 years and never had an issue with them. They were externally regulated by an Amplepower SARV3. Good luck
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-05-2023, 06:11
Replies: 10
Views: 716
Posted By alamoana
Re: AGM batteries discharged over winter down to 8V or less. Damaged??

Charge them at a low rate and see what happens…they just might be ok! Good luck
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-04-2023, 15:03
Replies: 9
Views: 1,351
Posted By alamoana
Re: Volvo MD2030 drops revs and idle

I would look at the governor…good luck
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 23-03-2023, 08:35
Replies: 8
Views: 853
Posted By alamoana
Re: Outhaul on cruising cat

If you want to get the most out of your cat, you need an outhaul control where you can use it. You may decide not to tweak it…
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 11-03-2023, 17:49
Replies: 39
Views: 5,487
Posted By alamoana
Re: Cat Purchase- World Circumnavigation Trip

Most cats I that size range will fit the bill. I would set a budget and stick to it, and find a boat for that price. Good luck
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-02-2023, 12:06
Replies: 11
Views: 1,199
Posted By alamoana
Re: Has anyone have experience with Oil Leak Stop additives?

I would not go crazy about it. I would repair of when possible. A small leak will not be an issue as long as the oil is topped up. Good luck
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-02-2023, 18:31
Replies: 13
Views: 3,189
Posted By alamoana
Re: Volvo penta MDI Box

I went through 7 boxes all under warranty and they swapped the whole deal for a different brand of electronics (it is in the forum somewhere). If I was in your situation I would go the old way, with...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-02-2023, 07:44
Replies: 34
Views: 4,155
Posted By alamoana
Re: Small genset or additional fuel tank?

I think that 550 AH batteries will rarely take over 50 Amps at 14 V = 700 watts = 1 HP plus inefficiencies, ń will pull 2 HP. Without AC I would not put a genset nor a wind generator. I would...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 30-01-2023, 05:36
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By alamoana
Re: Leisurefurl + rope vang = snapped bale?

Nothing is impossible….15 years is forever in boating terms, good luck!
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 05-01-2023, 08:17
Replies: 50
Views: 7,637
Posted By alamoana
Re: Water Maker

With all those appliances you will do well with a genset. You may replace a genset with a LARGE inverter and MANY panels but even so, it will be easier with a genset. I was in a similar situation and...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 01-12-2022, 17:00
Replies: 10
Views: 860
Posted By alamoana
Re: Airlock in raw water cooling.

Happened to me too…the strainer lid was not closing properly. A little Vaseline on the Oring and care when closing the lid fixed it. Good luck
Forum: Privilege Marine Catamarans 01-12-2022, 06:08
Replies: 401
Views: 133,784
Posted By alamoana
Re: Privilege Cats

I swapped to VP D2-55 with saildrives from the MD2030. A huge improvement, cruise at 8.5 and max 9.5 kts
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-11-2022, 17:54
Replies: 80
Views: 17,950
Posted By alamoana
Re: Alternator cooling

The Lithium bank accepts a lot of Amps, but do you need 200 Amps? 200 A is serious current and you can do a lot of damage with any loose connections, etc. I was there with a 1100 AH FLA bank, not...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 11-09-2022, 20:14
Replies: 38
Views: 4,431
Posted By alamoana
Re: Autoprop

What are you trying to achieve? An aluminum fixed 3 Blade prop is cheap and fine to some…others use a 2 bladed folding prop, some feathering, others folding ones. For what boat? What engine do you...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 15-08-2022, 17:18
Replies: 36
Views: 6,505
Posted By alamoana
Re: How to size the thickness/strength of a bridle

48’ cat with 3/8” G43 chain, Rocna 70#, 5/8” Octoplait nylon bridle that broke once, swapped the 5/8” for same. I do have a 3/4” octoplait bridle for stronger winds. I believe you are fine. Like...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 22-06-2022, 19:43
Replies: 47
Views: 5,373
Posted By alamoana
Re: Coopercoat, what to put on the saildrives?

Trilux works well
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 18-06-2022, 07:52
Replies: 57
Views: 6,959
Posted By alamoana
Re: Beaching small multihulls for service

Yes, you can beach that P37. Just center your weight and have a piece of wood you can attach to avoid it nose diving in case there is too much weight forward. I would dive the area to avoid sharp...
Forum: Electric Propulsion (EP) 08-06-2022, 09:45
Replies: 194
Views: 21,729
Posted By alamoana
Re: Going electric - change my mind

Before spending that amount of money I would try to solve the current engine problem, but then I look for difficult projects!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 08-06-2022, 07:40
Replies: 14
Views: 1,634
Posted By alamoana
Re: Yanmar 3gm35h problems

I would chase the problem with an IR temperature gun if available. You will find it fast. Good luck
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