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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 25-11-2017, 08:47
Replies: 49
Views: 11,316
Posted By sony2000
Re: Electric repower Hunter 450 Passage

I had my shipwright install a 7kw system in my 6500 lbs sloop. My opinion is, knowing
your situation, it would be easier and possibly smarter to fly in a new or used replacement. Then it is only a...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-05-2017, 13:02
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By sony2000
Re: Piston slap

I don't think that slap goes away when warmed up.
If the lifters are hydraulic, then a lifter is sticking.
Change the oil and add a little thicker SAE.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 11-04-2017, 10:11
Replies: 7
Views: 1,710
Posted By sony2000
Re: How to make my Yamaha 15 2stroke (Asia) drive in a straight line?

The foot has to be perpendicular to the water. If it is at angle, the trust from one side of the prop is greater than the other side. ie turn.
A four bladed prop should help a little.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 11-04-2017, 10:00
Replies: 2
Views: 1,363
Posted By sony2000
Re: Grenada Boat Yard

I heard the choice is limited. A friend switched to the smaller one run by a woman.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-04-2017, 17:01
Replies: 60
Views: 7,801
Posted By sony2000
Re: Canadian Considering Boat in Sint Maarten

Here is a nice Vega. https://www.lespucesnautiques.com/a.
Then sail it to Europe.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-04-2017, 12:47
Replies: 60
Views: 7,801
Posted By sony2000
Re: Canadian Considering Boat in Sint Maarten

I'm glad you didn't buy it. You could have lost everything.
Don't register it in Canada, it will never get here.
Down south, rent, and never buy.:facepalm:

I know of a Corbin 39 in Grenada...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-03-2017, 17:17
Replies: 32
Views: 6,569
Posted By sony2000
Re: Underpowered, which propeller to install?

If you really are underpowered the best prop is Autoprop.
It self adjusts to your torque.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 25-02-2017, 15:40
Replies: 24
Views: 10,685
Posted By sony2000
Re: Replace Jeanneau keel?

I think the procedure is to buy two torpedos that bolt onto the keel and remove the rest of the keel below 5'6'' or less. Then sell the lead. I saw it done three years a go in the yard. Fairing as...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 14-02-2017, 04:58
Replies: 32
Views: 14,294
Posted By sony2000
Re: Bent strut and bent prop shaft $$?

Beneteau have shafts in millimeters, so used parts are not easy to get. Now could be the time to switch to English measure and used parts. The prop would have to be switched or a shim may be needed....
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 24-01-2017, 16:29
Replies: 80
Views: 10,034
Posted By sony2000
Re: Gas in Diesel - help!!

A simple correction to the problem is to find a used Yanmar in approx. the same condition, and have the Marina switch the engines and keep the old one.
They pay and you wait until it runs. Check...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 24-01-2017, 11:02
Replies: 18
Views: 3,940
Posted By sony2000
Re: Electric power: how does this affect resale value?

I had to repower my Atomic 4. I also had a very good shipwright that had already installed plain 7.2 kw electric motors in a lifeboat.
Unknown to me another club member had just developed the Bruce...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-01-2017, 09:19
Replies: 42
Views: 11,757
Posted By sony2000
Re: Westerbeke 27 overheating troubleshoot

Since you have a laser gun temp gauge, remove the thermostat for a while.
The next thermostat should be the coldest possible.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-01-2017, 13:29
Replies: 15
Views: 3,143
Posted By sony2000
Re: Yanmar SB12 Burning Oil!

Leave some Seafoam in the new oil, to keep the process ongoing.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-01-2017, 13:24
Replies: 2
Views: 871
Posted By sony2000
Re: Powering a c and c 38

Yes and a 9.9 hp should do it. Or have someone you trust tow you.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-01-2017, 08:04
Replies: 15
Views: 3,143
Posted By sony2000
Re: Yanmar SB12 Burning Oil!

Sometimes a different brand of oil works wonders. Rotella?
Since you are a hands on guy, try "Seafoam" to rid the inside of carbon
build up.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 23-12-2016, 20:02
Replies: 1
Views: 823
Posted By sony2000
Re: searching for a frugal folding prop

It is a lot easier to find a 2 bladed folding prop, 12 inches in diameter, for a 7/8'' shft that rotates left. What is the best pitch? LH 12X?X7/8.
Somewhere on Craigslist is one for $150. ...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 21-12-2016, 13:43
Replies: 16
Views: 2,033
Posted By sony2000
Re: Mexican fuel

No one has mentioned the funnel filter used by all Canadian bush pilots. It removes all water and sand like impurities. Its a common everyday felt hat. Yes a felt hat. It will also remove the varnish...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 10-12-2016, 11:10
Replies: 20
Views: 7,432
Posted By sony2000
Re: Yanmar 3GM30f hard starting

I would change or install a check valve on the fuel line, before going much further. The much further maybe a dose of "Seafoam" in the engine oil as well as the diesel fuel.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-12-2016, 19:57
Replies: 9
Views: 8,031
Posted By sony2000
Re: Bigger prop for Catalina 30

No Mondays should speak of numbers. What is your maximum RPM, and what are the numbers on the prop that you have? Especially the last number for pitch.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-08-2016, 04:00
Replies: 11
Views: 2,978
Posted By sony2000
Re: V-drive question

Whether V-drives turn or not, I think it doesn't matter. But they are usually mounted on greater angles than regular transmissions, so the dip stick indications, are in error, leading to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 25-08-2016, 04:11
Replies: 21
Views: 13,324
Posted By sony2000
Re: How Do I Fix a Bent Rudder Post?

I spoke to my shipwright a few months ago about fixing a bent rudder. He said it was easy and it took a specific, but common tool, to do it. Something like a "creepy crawler" or something crawler, to...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-08-2016, 10:22
Replies: 19
Views: 5,666
Posted By sony2000
Re: Issues with a SP135 Lehman engine.

Why not change the valve and reseat the seat. Or just reseat with grinding compound. That could be done locally. Add a new head gasket, and its over with for a while. How much would that cost? The...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-08-2016, 03:37
Replies: 19
Views: 5,666
Posted By sony2000
Re: Issues with a SP135 Lehman engine.

Double check, but I doubt an old Lehman's extended valve will reach the piston.
In your geographical situation, forcing a decarbonizer down between the valve stem and the valve guide may yield...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 30-07-2016, 05:09
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By sony2000
Re: White smoke followed by a belch of soot

I would start by adding a treatment of Seafoam to the fuel to clean up the system.
Its sort of a let sleeping dogs lie, or if it ain't broke don't fix it situatiojn. Just cleaning the pump and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-07-2016, 11:16
Replies: 16
Views: 1,881
Posted By sony2000
Re: 1.5 mm play in prop shaft

If it has RPM zones with minimum vibration, then go for it.
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