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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 25-12-2023, 07:00
Replies: 33
Views: 3,024
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Stuck Flywheel Bolts

fly wheel bolts... ah yes
patience.perseverance... some things just can't be rushed
little heat over time and make yourself as comfortable as you can
good luck
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 08-12-2023, 09:23
Replies: 25
Views: 2,759
Posted By arcticmonkey
Thumbs up Re: Injection pump removal

a pesky pump problem
as easy as it looks (pump removal) I agree with rest... take it off yourself
then to ease your mind find a good shop git er done yer perky will love you for it
I even took...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-11-2023, 09:56
Replies: 73
Views: 7,077
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: How much time do you spend waiting for weather windows?

long as it takes I recon
As my grandmother uses to say... an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-10-2023, 08:14
Replies: 27
Views: 3,230
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Engine running rough after injector cleaning

Been out of the game for a while but last I remember the copper rings were cheap enough.... start fresh.... stay fresh
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-03-2023, 19:56
Replies: 37
Views: 8,633
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: abandoning a beneteau cyclede 50.5

I too feel for your loss... I find it surprising that there is a distinction drawn between weekend boats and those you have that last decades... I was surprised for I had never heard the term weekend...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-02-2023, 15:02
Replies: 76
Views: 5,306
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Perkins 4108 loosing coolant, another thread

I had same problem with my 4018... my fix was new head gasket... also gives you a chance to get to know your new best friend:smitten:
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 06-01-2023, 14:13
Replies: 59
Views: 7,372
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Internet Connection for working remote while living aboard/sailing?

A conundrum to say the least... I had to ask myself if I did venture off shore what would I do...for centuries we managed with out the convenience of computers... other side of the coin astronauts...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-11-2022, 08:27
Replies: 35
Views: 5,174
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Building a sailing dinghy

somewhere in my books is a copy of herrishoff (pardon the spelling)building a dinghy... its beautiful and I have seen one built..about 11 foot.. if you have the time and skill it was one of the most...
Forum: Our Community 19-09-2022, 07:27
Replies: 48
Views: 4,091
Posted By arcticmonkey
pirate Re: Origin of Cutting the lines

all said and done I find the metaphor and the act of " cutting " the lines a wonderfully symbolic act... what better way to set out on your journey severing the ties to dock life for what may be the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 29-08-2022, 06:50
Replies: 22
Views: 2,756
Posted By arcticmonkey
Talking Re: What would this part be called?

my Lord.... I didn't know other folks had a thinga ma jig
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 25-07-2022, 08:57
Replies: 24
Views: 3,688
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Mid rope tied to centre cleat

a good spiced loop capable of securing boat and long enough to cleat off in any dock worked well for me(and a spare)
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 10-06-2022, 07:53
Replies: 30
Views: 7,612
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: interior teak -- varnish or oil?

morning all
Know this may sound off but after building boat ... teak , mahogany other exotic woods we found.. a few years later we discovered white paint (yah yah I know) sounds out of order but......
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 28-05-2022, 20:39
Replies: 14
Views: 1,974
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: is a liferaft obligatory on a Polish sailboat?

I`me speechless... I wouldn`t have left the dock without a dinghy
beg all your pardons but.....:banghead:
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 10-03-2022, 18:30
Replies: 41
Views: 4,918
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: What tools are appropriate?

I remember lugging my honda generator up and down ... at that time we had no 12 volt tools... I guess now all you need is a box full of rechargeable batteries... damn:banghead:
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 25-02-2022, 08:15
Replies: 47
Views: 6,393
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Engine bed: Fix mounts to aluminum bar - will it work?

I just read an interesting article on hardwoods... you may wish to puruse wood as an option to aluminum... I would be sceptical of using dissimilar metals
Forum: General Sailing Forum 25-02-2022, 08:04
Replies: 41
Views: 3,569
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: When do you cast off?

Hmm... what first started out as a simple question blossomed... when its convenient... to when you wish to arrive... I preferred to arrive mid morning
people are leaving (sailors are notorious late...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 18-02-2022, 13:50
Replies: 41
Views: 3,569
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: When do you cast off?

I guess when you cut the dockline:thumb:
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 13-02-2022, 08:35
Replies: 15
Views: 1,651
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Spare Prop Storage On-Board

had a buddy one time who built in the sub cabin sole sectioned areas filled with foam.... to this he heated articles which were essential... prop tools etc heated up said essentials... dropped them...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 04-02-2022, 08:25
Replies: 14
Views: 1,314
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Oil Soaked Teak & Epoxy Use

you may want to try hydrogen peroxide on the oil stain
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-02-2022, 07:19
Replies: 11
Views: 1,386
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: How to remove the gas cylinder container?

sounds to me that you have an opportunity to redesign to eliminate problem (improve) on access... good luck
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 01-01-2022, 10:03
Replies: 107
Views: 10,739
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Sell the Wife: Off Grid/Beautiful Nature in a 7-day Starter Charter?

morning all
completely off topic but

Wish you all a happy new year

fair winds
blue skies
secure anchorages:smile:
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 25-12-2021, 07:33
Replies: 16
Views: 3,479
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: HELP reinstalling diesel injectors

merry Christmas to all
If I remember correctly my little 4-108 came with primary pump which made bleeding simple
don't let it know :peace:
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-12-2021, 07:42
Replies: 68
Views: 9,715
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Portable Generators Can Kill

I wonder if we are getting a wee too reliant on gadgets n doo dads
I think I would head for another anchorage if my neighbor started up his genny
Don't get me wrong... every thing has a purpose...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 08-11-2021, 11:14
Replies: 18
Views: 4,191
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Gelcoat over epoxy undercoat?

as a thought... are you sure its epoxy?... I used a poly paint one time and had a devil of a time trying to remove it (later)... left me an epoxy fan
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 30-10-2021, 11:30
Replies: 26
Views: 10,020
Posted By arcticmonkey
Re: Dickinson Diesel Heater Troubleshooting

I concur... my stove worked really well on stove oil very little carboning plus it burns a bit hotter
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