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Forum: Other Trawler Systems 01-22-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,176
Posted By NightCrawler
Certainly if you feel the need, follow what feels...

Certainly if you feel the need, follow what feels good. What works for others is rarely what you do. We had a 42' trawler with twin screws. I asked a seasoned captain about adding bow thrusters. ...
Forum: General Discussion 11-27-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,722
Posted By NightCrawler
Thanks Pete, After 6 years full time on our...

Thanks Pete,

After 6 years full time on our trawler we decided to move on. Yes, we loved every single minute - well ok, three hurricanes were more 'interesting' than fun. But we simply went...
Forum: General Maintenance 11-17-2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,683
Posted By NightCrawler
Rookie tip. Don't mix up too much resin. I made...

Rookie tip. Don't mix up too much resin. I made up a small coffee can of mix to quickly put down with a roller on a new runabout floor. Third time I hit the can with the roller the pot was hard as...
Forum: General Discussion 11-17-2023, 01:46 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,768
Posted By NightCrawler
The 800# gorilla in the salon is actually doing...

The 800# gorilla in the salon is actually doing it. I've replaced faucets in our 42 GB. Took three weeks for my ribs to heal leaning on that door sill while stretching my full wide short length to...
Forum: Liveaboards 09-23-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,981
Posted By NightCrawler
. . .so never buy a teak deck boat that's lived...

. . .so never buy a teak deck boat that's lived in the Great Lakes?:confused:
Forum: General Maintenance 09-23-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,832
Posted By NightCrawler
:iagree: Peggy knows her stuff. Been on the...

:iagree:

Peggy knows her stuff. Been on the phone with her a couple of times. We struggled for a long time and ended up with the NoFlex solution. You have to keep on top of it, but odors never...
Forum: Grand Banks 09-22-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,483
Posted By NightCrawler
We ditched our Grunert unit when it sucked in the...

We ditched our Grunert unit when it sucked in the cold plate fluid and died. Replaced it with a SeaFrost 12v cold plate. First mate (wife) carried the compressor under one arm and the new cold...
Forum: General Discussion 08-04-2023, 04:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,443
Posted By NightCrawler
If you do poison them, once you find the...

If you do poison them, once you find the carcasses, the smell will drive you nutz. I poisoned an entire family of raccoons in a garage attic mid summer one year. After removing the dead, I sprayed...
Forum: Power Systems 03-03-2021, 02:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 528
Posted By NightCrawler
6BTA Transmission Oil Cooler Replacement

Thought I'd share a scenario that could be helpful. Replacing our 1990 6BTA transmission oil coolers, it's a bit of a struggle to get the plumbing right. The new coolers are the same size (almost)...
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-27-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,450
Posted By NightCrawler
We offer overnights and charter opportunities....

We offer overnights and charter opportunities. Our schedule in Beaufort, NC starts up in April.
www.breakfastonaboat.com
Forum: Grand Banks 11-13-2020, 05:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,698
Posted By NightCrawler
Thanks Navi53. Exactly what I needed.

Thanks Navi53. Exactly what I needed.
Forum: Grand Banks 11-11-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,698
Posted By NightCrawler
Legge Door Locks

1990 42 Classic. Legge lockset is acting up. The only info in the owner's manual is the template for installation. Not having any luck finding an installation guide or parts diagram. Issue is I...
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 11-08-2020, 02:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,046
Posted By NightCrawler
After doing the Loop we were tempted to rename...

After doing the Loop we were tempted to rename Shangri-La "Drag Queen". Nothing is more effective than practice. We're nearly 6,000 miles under the keel. A Fortress 55 and a very heavy (sorry, don't...
Forum: Power Systems 11-08-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,000
Posted By NightCrawler
Connected with Specialized Mechanical Services ...

Connected with Specialized Mechanical Services
https://specializedmechanical.com/
In Wilmington NC. Had a new pump overnight. Awesome service!!! She's working great!
Forum: Power Systems 11-03-2020, 06:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,000
Posted By NightCrawler
Seriously considered this. The existing pump is...

Seriously considered this. The existing pump is rated 11gpm. Is the fish tank pump near those numbers.

Did finally have luck finding a new pump. Local team at Specialized Mechanical Services in...
Forum: Power Systems 11-01-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,915
Posted By NightCrawler
Interesting analysis. I use Amsoil. I sent one...

Interesting analysis. I use Amsoil. I sent one sample in and they emailed me "the oil you said you sent isn't the oil we're sampling." Not only did they know exactly what oil I had sent, they knew it...
Forum: Power Systems 11-01-2020, 04:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,861
Posted By NightCrawler
I asked the owner of Bulls Prop Shop in Beaufort,...

I asked the owner of Bulls Prop Shop in Beaufort, NC how much my wheels were new. He said "you don't have 30" wheels on that tug" I said "yes we do, and there's a spare set in the lazerett" his...
Forum: Power Systems 11-01-2020, 03:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 822
Posted By NightCrawler
It is wrong, but many Cummins were done this way....

It is wrong, but many Cummins were done this way. If both ends are the same is it possible it's just on backwards?
Forum: Power Systems 11-01-2020, 03:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,000
Posted By NightCrawler
Wow. Some great answers! Done all of the above....

Wow. Some great answers! Done all of the above. Yeah, the blue impellers suck. My macerator ate one in less than a dozen cycles.

Pulled the Onan pump (this should be an Olympic event) and I'm...
Forum: Power Systems 10-30-2020, 08:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,000
Posted By NightCrawler
Onan Genset Won't pump raw water

1990 Onan with 202M11 raw water pump. Quit pushing water. New impeller, old was torn, not wrecked. New impeller, will not lift water to the pump. Sea cock is clean, new hose on intake and raw water...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 10-16-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,228
Posted By NightCrawler
Emory cloth the cord ends, rinse with an...

Emory cloth the cord ends, rinse with an electrical spray cleaner and spray with T9. I even spray the dock receptical. Check the plugs with full heat pump, house loads with an IR gun. Then sleep well.
Forum: General Maintenance 10-16-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 578
Posted By NightCrawler
Most are pex. You can use Sharkbites to stub in...

Most are pex. You can use Sharkbites to stub in repairs. The crimp rings came in steel and nickle (I think). The steel ones rust and fail. Keep a bag of 1/2" 90 degree Sharkbites and some straight...
Forum: General Discussion 10-16-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 13,245
Posted By NightCrawler
Mmmm. We both agree. . .if we won the lottery,...

Mmmm. We both agree. . .if we won the lottery, Shangri-La would stay right here. She's safe, comfortable and sips fuel.
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 05-17-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,112
Posted By NightCrawler
Thanks for the thoughtful feedback.

Thanks for the thoughtful feedback.
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 05-15-2020, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,112
Posted By NightCrawler
Stuffing box quit weeping

1990 42 GB Classic. Standard stuffing boxes, no mods. Been on the boat full time 4 years now. Stbd box drips very little at rest. Drips a bit more running, but well within comfort.
Port used to do...
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