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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-11-2021, 14:37
Replies: 16
Views: 2,208
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: How many battery banks are to many?

We desire to install dc air conditioning on board our boat when time and funds permit. She’s a big girl (43ft endeavour with full keel) and has a lot of volume down below. I am already replacing all...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-11-2021, 15:17
Replies: 16
Views: 2,208
Posted By Benjamin85
How many battery banks are to many?

Of course this question is highly subjective; however, this is why I ask.

Situation: When we purchased our boat it was wired with x2 separate house banks (400ah in 1 and 300ah in another) and a...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 21-08-2021, 11:59
Replies: 111
Views: 15,240
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: shore cable sockets burned, what should I do?

I concur with the smart plug route. The terminals are longer and the connections are just safer overall. I made the same upgrade when I went from 30 to 50 amp power last year. The reviews on smart...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 21-08-2021, 11:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,204
Posted By Benjamin85
Alternator upgrade questions

I have a Perkins 4.236 with the standard ac dealco single foot 65 amp alternator. I have two lead acid flooded cell battery banks (excluding the house battery) that totals roughly 800 ah. All...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 24-05-2021, 15:37
Replies: 2
Views: 3,389
Posted By Benjamin85
Perkins 4.236 Location of temperature sender and sensor

All I am trying to figure out where my temperature sender and sensor are located on my Perkins 4.236. Does anyone happen to have this same engine and able to send a picture or describe where I can...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 20-05-2021, 15:10
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

Rowglide thank you I noticed that so created a stringer to hold the engine up for a short time and then will lower it onto two pieces of 4x4 in the oil collection cut out that I have.

Another...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 17-05-2021, 13:50
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

Pete7 thank you. There’s no wire coming from it going anywhere. What is the purpose of this thing?
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 17-05-2021, 09:26
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

Also the spacer I am talking about is the off white piece, and you can tell I started taking it off before I decided to “take a poll”
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 17-05-2021, 09:22
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

Well damn I wish I had heard about the kerosene trick prior to getting to the point I am now LOL. Which is what brings me to this next question for the group.

Where I’m at:

Boat is in the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-05-2021, 21:49
Replies: 2
Views: 470
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Filters are not standard sizes, Duh!

Bahahaha!!! Been there done that in other applications. Not everything is nmea....I mean these retail stores and brands have to make money somehow right?
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-05-2021, 21:44
Replies: 247
Views: 29,857
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Massive amounts of plastic....burn or ignore?

I too often wonder the same thing even around the great lakes. Not to depress everyone about recycling but currently the demand for recycled material is not high enough to off set the supply in terms...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-05-2021, 21:32
Replies: 73
Views: 9,125
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: To Rename a Boat

I always find this topic fascinating. Sure a small ceremony can’t hurt, but ask 5 different “old salts” from 5 different parts of just this country and everyone will give you a different answer and...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 15-05-2021, 12:15
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

All:

Thanks for you’re help problem resolved. In the event this applies some other poor sap here is the verdict:

Transmission engages in reverse no issues with plenty of power

When shored to...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 15-05-2021, 09:49
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

As always thank you all! The transmission is a Borg Warner 10-17-012 with a 2.573 ratio.
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 15-05-2021, 07:23
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Great in reverse poor going forward

Thank you for the response it’s from a fixed 3 blade prop. I did notice that there appears to be no difference between neautral and forward when shifted. When I’m neutral shaft still spins and when...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 14-05-2021, 22:22
Replies: 26
Views: 4,016
Posted By Benjamin85
Great in reverse poor going forward

All:

I am perplexed. I have an endeavour 43 with a Perkins 4.236. When I engage the transmission in reverse it backs up like a dream, yet when I engage it in forward...even with a large amount of...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 14-05-2021, 22:17
Replies: 79
Poll: Teak.
Views: 10,156
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Teak.

Maintenance, maintenance, maintenance. It looks gorgeous. It will hold up well (teak on boats have been around for forever) but keeping it fresh, non abrasive, ect requires regular upkeep.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 14-05-2021, 22:15
Replies: 7
Views: 701
Posted By Benjamin85
Power in reverse minimal in forward

All:

I am perplexed. I have an endeavour 43 with a Perkins 4.236. When I engage the transmission in reverse it backs up like a dream, yet when I engage it in forward...even with a large amount...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-02-2021, 10:01
Replies: 8
Views: 3,359
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Perkins 4.236 Compression Test Adapter

Thanks all. I actually found the dummy injector (M21) on Amazon. With the adapter and gauge a total of a little under $100.

I actually had the upper head assembly rebuilt so the injectors were...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-02-2021, 07:42
Replies: 8
Views: 3,359
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: Perkins 4.236 Compression Test Adapter

That’s a good idea. I didn’t think of that. Thank you! I just don’t have an old injector.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 15-02-2021, 16:08
Replies: 105
Views: 16,611
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: First season mistakes (or should I give up before I kill someone?)

Completely agree!! I was simply sharing my mishaps/learning events with mrkva as to encourage a fellow sailer to stick with it!!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-02-2021, 15:36
Replies: 0
Views: 309
Posted By Benjamin85
Running lines aft (endeavour 43cc)

Sooo the mrs and I are not eager to run lines aft. We are nimble and in good shape and just don’t have the time or resources to prioritize this project; however, are there any endeavour center...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 15-02-2021, 15:23
Replies: 105
Views: 16,611
Posted By Benjamin85
Re: First season mistakes (or should I give up before I kill someone?)

Soooo you are not alone in any of these stories. In fact by now you are probably laughing about them yourself at this point. What makes me greatful that you are reconsidering whether sea life is for...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-02-2021, 14:25
Replies: 8
Views: 3,359
Posted By Benjamin85
Perkins 4.236 Compression Test Adapter

Does anyone happen to have any recommendations as to where I can get my hands on a compression test adapter for my Perkins 4.236M? I have thought about just getting a standard kit;however, there are...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-09-2020, 12:32
Replies: 0
Views: 395
Posted By Benjamin85
Endeavour 43 owners

My wife and I are looking at purchasing an Endeavour 43 and ild love to talk to owners that already have or have had one.

Of particular interest is the location of the tanks (fuel water and waste)...
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