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Whatever wire gauge is needed for the current and round trip distance should be the minimum that you use. OK to go with a larger wire (smaller AWG #). But not a good practice to try to couple 2 different gauge wires with a butt crimp connector. Fuse selection should be per the heater spec.

Thanks. There is a nut on the motor shaft that secures it to the wiper mechanism. I did get that off. But without removing the three screws I don't see any path forward to get that full assembly off. That full assembly with 2 brackets is both screwed and glued to the brow. Hard to capture good...

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I need to replace 1 motor on my 1976 Hatteras 48 LRC. I suspect most of the similar Hatteras models of this vintage have a similar design. I opened up the inside panels in the brow, above the helm. Motor is attached to an aluminum bracket with 3 screws. But those screw heads face forward and so...

I have always wondered why a builder would not rock the industry by publishing a workbook with tools, parts list and hours required to repair or replace most or all of the subsystem. This would not be theoretical but based upon having their team do this on an actual boat. Assuming a decent...

@Retriever I think what you said here should be the starting point for anyone looking for a cruising boat: "Acceptably-durable and easily-serviceable might be a better standard for cruising boats." Everything else is secondary. Sadly a lot of boats are built for a buyer who may not know (or...

Yes insulating from engine heat would be good but I don't think it should be in a sealed box due to heating during charging. I will provide some actual data in a month or two on mine that sit aft of the 2 Ford Lehmans. I will be in the Sacramento delta so should see some hot weather.

Of course depends upon the actual conditions in your engine room but I don't have any major concerns for mine. For $40 you can get the little Victron Bluetooth voltage/temp monitors. You can adjust the charge rate as needed. Max temp for many is in the 140 degree F range but I would aim for...

@slowgoesit if that slip is in CA, sign me up!

Looks like I can get a rebuilt pump shipped in about 1 week from this company without shipping them mine first. Cost is very reasonable(about $1,000) and refundable deposit when I return the core. So not much down time. Just placing my order for 2 now. Andrew Kohler Managing Director Part Of The...

I am about to order 2 rebuilt pumps. They will ship them first and refund my deposit when they get mine back. About $1k for each pump and same amount for deposit. Shipping $209-$250 I found them in an older thread and will report back on outcome. Seem to know their stuff and very responsive...

For collision avoidance,docking and collision avoidance this could help. I don't want an electronic throttle/transmission so likely not rushing to buy a self driving boat anytime soon! And yes I know manual controls can fail but I can fix those a lot easier. For general navigation in open...

There have been many good responses and in summary I think the decision depends upon many factors, some known and some unknown. For me in 40 years of boating I have changed boats and locations many times so it might not have worked out financially and certainly would have limited my flexibility...

Thank you for sharing that. I considered cruising up the river if I make it to the PNW in 2025. However I decided I would rather save the time to enjoy more of the PNW and Inside Package. But still good to have this info on the bar if we need to make a stop there.