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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-10-2019, 04:15
Replies: 9
Views: 1,808
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Lost forward propulsion

I suspect looking at the oil removed-which shows signs of overheating-that there has been unnoticed slippage for some time and that either/or/both ahead clutch surface on the cone or gear are worn...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 08-07-2019, 15:14
Replies: 12
Views: 7,406
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Halvorsen Freya 42 in Corten Steel

Just for information. The Aries fitted is not oversize, it is merely one of the very early models known I think as the Aries 2, however it is exceptionally strong and heavy but provides no additonal...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-09-2013, 05:58
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

Whilst what you say is true, it does not have to be this way.
If you fit a diversion load controller as made by Morningstar or Xantrex and others and connect this to a correctly sized load the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-09-2013, 05:06
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

The Air marine turbine already contains a bridge rectifier internally. The AC output from the winding is connected directly to it. The DC output from the rectifier is connected to the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 31-08-2013, 10:40
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

I now use a Superwind, and to be honest it is great, better in every way except its looks, unfortunately you pay handsomely. One option with the Air-(if you are pretty handy) is to remove the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 31-08-2013, 09:09
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

Also carefully inspect any cabling, fuses/circuit breakers, switches etc in the system. Good luck with it. I gave up with my Air 403s after suffering issues with the regulator unit.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 31-08-2013, 08:12
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

is the red light on when it is running? Is your onboard current measuring device functioning correctly, does the turbine spin up to speed? is there a change in turbine speed between loaded and open...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 31-08-2013, 07:36
Replies: 17
Views: 9,760
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Air X windgenerator charging problems

Is the hub properly secured to the rotor?
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-08-2013, 08:04
Replies: 152
Views: 131,497
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: A Wind Generator Review

I have owned 2 Air 403 turbines, and did 2 Atlantic crossings with them but in the end the lack of support from SWWP when requiring internal regulator parts in the UK caused me to look elsewhere. I...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-01-2013, 14:51
Replies: 35
Views: 15,859
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Generator off the main engine possible?

Interesting paper. I absolutely agree with what you say above, which is why I would go with an automated system, and if manual sync was such a massive concern you could even have a split bus...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-01-2013, 14:04
Replies: 35
Views: 15,859
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Generator off the main engine possible?

Granted with that amount of power there will be engineer officers on board, however I really see no reason not to be using a similar design of software driven switchboard with the 300kw set up...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-01-2013, 13:34
Replies: 35
Views: 15,859
Posted By tristanmortimer
Auto start and auto sync is absolutely common...

Auto start and auto sync is absolutely common place with mega watts 3 phase ac in commercial shipping.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-09-2011, 15:01
Replies: 16
Views: 4,945
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Morgan Out Island 49

Whats all this sail boat malarky?::whistling:
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 07-05-2011, 12:50
Replies: 35
Views: 25,801
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Hurth HBW 150 Rebuild

Hi, The axial float of the gears is controlled by the shims. There is a description in the manual section 6.6 figure 26. Hope this helps.
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 07-05-2011, 12:45
Replies: 35
Views: 25,801
Posted By tristanmortimer
Re: Hurth HBW 150 Rebuild

I managed to find a download repair manual for the ZF manual range. If anybody needs an emailed copy PM me. I believe the info is relevant to the Hurth.
Forum: Marine Electronics 23-04-2010, 11:20
Replies: 1
Views: 2,077
Posted By tristanmortimer
come on guys and galls

Hi,
I too am looking for some help with the same information request. There must be somebody on this mine of excellent information of a forum who has some experience with the fax 30.
Any...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 21-03-2010, 16:03
Replies: 75
Views: 40,494
Posted By tristanmortimer
Thanks

This really is an excellent thread. Thanks to all.
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