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Forum: General Sailing Forum 03-07-2020, 10:10
Replies: 228
Views: 29,697
Posted By thaisail
Re: Captain/Owner Sleeping at the Helm

I was working as a chief engineer aboard a Crowley tug boat towing a barge full of mollassis from Mexico to Puerto Rico. We were just off the coast of Jamaica when I went up to the bridge. This was...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-11-2019, 21:57
Replies: 17
Views: 3,240
Posted By thaisail
Re: Aluminium boat in steel filled former shipyard harbour

The zinc anode is attached to the aluminum hull that has threads cut into the aluminum. The anode is attached with stainless steel bolts that are threaded into the aluminum hull. I am not sure what...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-11-2019, 10:52
Replies: 17
Views: 3,240
Posted By thaisail
Re: Aluminium boat in steel filled former shipyard harbour

I have been using Vetus zink anodes since 1982 on my 36 foot aluminum sloop and they almost never corrode. The anodes are isolated from the hull with the internal stainless bar in the center of the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-11-2019, 10:25
Replies: 17
Views: 3,240
Posted By thaisail
Re: Aluminium boat in steel filled former shipyard harbour

What material is recommended for aluminium hull anodes used exclusively in salt water?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-10-2019, 21:59
Replies: 0
Views: 711
Posted By thaisail
Jefa rudder seawater leak

Anyone with knowledge about replacing leaky Parker type lip seals above the Jefa rudders, please let me know. Please see attached photo showing Parker seal number. I am looking to buy two new seals...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-06-2019, 08:42
Replies: 39
Views: 13,864
Posted By thaisail
Re: ZF SD10 Sail Drive Replacement

I am not sure if you know about this but the problem you had with your earlier sail drive will not be the same for the lower shaft where the two seals ride. There is a clearance fit sleeve that the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-06-2019, 08:19
Replies: 39
Views: 13,864
Posted By thaisail
Re: ZF SD10 Sail Drive Replacement

That would be great if you provide me some contact information for your dealer in Genoa. I was actually looking for a dealer in Italy because the factory is in Italy! If you have an email address,...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-06-2019, 07:20
Replies: 39
Views: 13,864
Posted By thaisail
Re: ZF SD10 Sail Drive Replacement

That drive was operated for more than a year with out an anode and we have to change some major parts in the lower end.

Interesting that you have had issues with the vents. I have been working on...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-06-2019, 00:55
Replies: 39
Views: 13,864
Posted By thaisail
Re: ZF SD10 Sail Drive Replacement

I have a SP60 leg that needs to be overhauled and I am looking for spare parts. I see from your report that your new SP60s were put in about 2 years ago. I am guessing by now you must have found a...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 02-06-2019, 00:33
Replies: 12
Views: 5,032
Posted By thaisail
Re: Propellers

Tom, what model and size Hydralign prop do you have? We are looking at buying a Hydralign 20" Aperature B 3 blade and we heard that they cannot be greased underwater! If this true, the propeller will...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 01-06-2019, 23:59
Replies: 7
Views: 5,033
Posted By thaisail
Re: For the Oceanians...

I know this thread is 13 years old but we are getting ready to by a Hydalign Aperature B, 20" 3 blade prop and we would like to know how long the Hydralign lasted. Or is it still working?
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2019, 07:30
Replies: 220
Views: 53,191
Posted By thaisail
Re: 12 volt watermakers, which one?

Anyone who knows where I can get a new membrane for a power survivor 40E water maker? Do I have to by a Katadyn membrane or will a generic membrane be Ok to use?
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 19-06-2018, 03:47
Replies: 37
Views: 30,445
Posted By thaisail
Re: Autostream Propellers - feedback?

I have a LH autostream propeller and I have just bought a brand new Beta 38 engine to replace my old engine. Unfortunately that new engine comes with a RH turning propeller shaft. Can my old...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-06-2018, 08:22
Replies: 4
Views: 1,507
Posted By thaisail
Re: URGENT! Yanmar 2GM20F cylinder head needed

Thanks for letting me know. I had already seen that one on EBAY but was trying to beat the price. I am shipping the head to my company in Phuket, Thailand so your engine will not help. But thanks for...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-06-2018, 04:04
Replies: 4
Views: 1,507
Posted By thaisail
URGENT! Yanmar 2GM20F cylinder head needed

Does anyone know where I can find a second hand Yanmar 2GM20F cylinder head with or without valves and springs to replace a cracked head? I am located in Florida but I can buy this head anywhere in...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 09-01-2018, 10:10
Replies: 0
Views: 808
Posted By thaisail
Copper Coat for Aluminum Hulls!

I would like to know if there are any Aluminum boat owners out there who have tried Copper Coat. I have been told by the folks at Copper Coat that there are plenty out there and I just want to find...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 01-01-2018, 19:27
Replies: 3
Views: 2,973
Posted By thaisail
J-Prop feedback

I am trying to find out which propeller to buy and I am looking at the J-Prop. Is there anyone out there who has one and wishes to share their feedback? I am looking at the new EP blade design and I...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 21-12-2017, 15:33
Replies: 4
Views: 1,733
Posted By thaisail
Feathering Propeller, which one is this one?

Need to identify this propeller and find a manual so the the pitch can be adjusted. 160842160843160844160845160846160847
Forum: Our Community 28-10-2017, 20:34
Replies: 3
Views: 1,616
Posted By thaisail
Propeller fouling on the mooring in Thailand!

My 36 foot aluminum sloop is on a mooring in Chalong Bay, Phuket, Thailand. I have to dive under the boat once a month to scrape the barnacles off so that the boat can be used. I have heard of many...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-06-2017, 19:58
Replies: 4
Views: 7,518
Posted By thaisail
Re: TMC 40 verses TMC 60 Technodrive/Twin disc

I found the smoking gun for the TMC40. I don't know if this is the case with the TMC60. But I think it may be the same problem I had with my Kanzaki from Beta for my Beta 30. I had to take it apart...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-06-2017, 18:20
Replies: 4
Views: 7,518
Posted By thaisail
Question Re: TMC 40 verses TMC 60 Technodrive/Twin disc

Thanks for the measurements! They were extremely helpful. As we are replacing the original Atomic 4 petrol engine with the Beta 30 Kubota engine, we will have use the original engine beds. It looks...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-06-2017, 20:28
Replies: 4
Views: 7,518
Posted By thaisail
TMC 40 verses TMC 60 Technodrive/Twin disc

I am installing a new Beta 30 aboard a 1968 Comanche 42 (Chris-Craft)

COMANCHE 42 (CHRIS-CRAFT) sailboat specifications and details on sailboatdata.com...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 04-02-2017, 08:00
Replies: 17
Views: 11,263
Posted By thaisail
Re: Kanzaki Clutch box failure

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I was advised by Beta US to use Shell Rotella mono grade 30 viscosity oil. I van only find a Thai brand PTT of 30 weight oil with the correct API specification but that oil appears to...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 30-01-2017, 07:30
Replies: 17
Views: 11,263
Posted By thaisail
Re: Kanzaki Clutch box failure

Thanks to all of you for the very helpful posts. I just have a couple of questions. First, I need to find a service manual for this job. Is there anything available on the Internet? Second, I need to...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 27-01-2017, 15:05
Replies: 17
Views: 11,263
Posted By thaisail
Re: Kanzaki Clutch box failure

That was the first test it did. The results were the same. The clutch is still slipping exactly as before.
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