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      Lepke replied to the thread DD671’s TI’s fuel consumption.
      No accurate idea. Best way is either install a flow meter or measure a tank you draw from. I have a rectangular day tank and every inch...
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      Normally after any work that moves anything in the propulsion line requires checking the alignment. But it should be close to its'...
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      Lepke replied to the thread 24mm exhaust through hull fitting.
      The exhaust thru hulls I bought on ebay were made in Eastern Europe. They seem to hold up.
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      Most auto parts stores well test your alternator for free. You can rebuild it yourself. It's not hard. Where I get parts...
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      Lepke replied to the thread 24mm exhaust through hull fitting.
      what's the reason people would buy this from Heatso at a premium? Same reason they buy the heaters from the original designer/maker...
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      2 micron filters keep your fuel clean. That saves wear on your injector pump and other fuel parts. I have Detroit Diesels with a more...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Cleaning Racor filters.
      If it's a Racor you can buy the bowl. https://www.fisheriessupply.com/racor-replacement-clear-bowl-for-turbine-filters/rk-11-1606-1
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      Lepke replied to the thread screw mounting in cored deck.
      A screw holds better in epoxy than in wood. Epoxy holds to wood better than a screw. DavidM is exactly right. I've mounted dozens of...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Why a secondary fuel filter?.
      Westerbeke doesn't make filters. Some company specializing in filter manufacturing does. There may be a number or name identifying the...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Fuel additives.
      I use Archoil AR6500. I have Detroit Diesels with injectors with many tight fitting parts, so clean fuel with good lubricity is...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Fragile diesel heater supply tube.
      1/8" copper tubing has a 5/64" ID. Cover it with hose in wear places.
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      Lepke replied to the thread Engine survey question.
      Depends on the make and model of engine. Some are more reliable and last longer. I know engines, so in my buys never have an engine...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Work While Cruising Idea.
      If you're going into foreign ports, many do not want transients taking away work from locals.
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      Lepke replied to the thread Need opinions.
      While I have generators, since installing an inverter years ago, use my generators only about 10% as much as before. I have dedicated...
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      Lepke replied to the thread Would You?.
      To make a timely trip you'll have to travel in some marginal weather. The prevailing winds after a storm, are from the NW until north of...
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