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Forum: Californian 06-15-2023, 09:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,173
Posted By SeaDuty
cool app

after reading these was able to download a DBA app on the phone..

I guess my standalone DBA meter will go back in the garage with all the other stuff. May save someone $20 in their next...
Forum: Californian 05-23-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,173
Posted By SeaDuty
They go up for certain I only wrote down...

They go up for certain

I only wrote down idle and 1500 rpm

cabin - start
idle dba85-88 / 1500 dba92+
didn't take measurements outside or dock at the beginning

foam-vinyl install 750rpm /...
Forum: Californian 05-23-2023, 05:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,173
Posted By SeaDuty
OldDan1943 They idle about 750rpm +/-

OldDan1943

They idle about 750rpm +/-
Forum: Californian 05-23-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,173
Posted By SeaDuty
Noisy Cabin ? 88dba at idle

TLDR
In the cabin above engine hatches
Started 85-88dba
~1.5k'ish later
Now at 71-73dba

Ok - putting this up here for those who want it a little bit quieter.

Not that I cared much as I...
Forum: Californian 05-11-2023, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,027
Posted By SeaDuty
offshore

No problems with my 34' LRC

Solid boat/build - no complaints

pic is about 40 miles offshore - enjoying the ride off the bow
pics of open water never look the same
Forum: Californian 07-19-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,316
Posted By SeaDuty
Mufflers

Has anyone installed mufflers on the Californian 34 LRC.
If so, pictures ?

searching the site (centex seem to be a good option) and trying not to reinvent the wheel.

Have been adding sound...
Forum: Californian 09-06-2021, 02:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
Cool - thanks ! going to try the in boat...

Cool - thanks !

going to try the in boat replacement , but thinking it'll have to go home with me.
doesn't come off - hacksaw it is
Forum: Californian 09-05-2021, 01:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
[QUOTE=twistedtree;1034892]That was indeed the...

[QUOTE=twistedtree;1034892]That was indeed the question.


And what are the materials involved? I can't tell if the elbow is stainless or cast iron,



Zinc plated malleable iron
Forum: Californian 09-04-2021, 01:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,801
Posted By SeaDuty
thanks for the boat tour - lagunita IPA -...

thanks for the boat tour

- lagunita IPA - good beer

will have to post something as well - may do a photo run here shortly
Forum: Californian 09-04-2021, 01:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
" I agree that those flange nuts look okay but,...

" I agree that those flange nuts look okay but, looking at the new part, I do not understand why the flange must be removed. "

hoping it'll come off without having to pull the flange and put it in...
Forum: Californian 09-04-2021, 01:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
"Whatever you end up doing I would start ASAP...

"Whatever you end up doing I would start ASAP soaking it in PB Blaster "


wd-40 at the moment - haven't used pb blaster .. hmmm
won't know until the pipe wrench gets on it ..
trying to finish...
Forum: Californian 09-04-2021, 01:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
. Leave the flange in place and use a big pipe...

. Leave the flange in place and use a big pipe wrench? If it won't budge, get a new flange. Those nuts ought to come off easily with an impact wrench.[/QUOTE]

plan A

thanks !
Forum: Californian 09-03-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
"...waiting on a good time." No time to lose Mr....

"...waiting on a good time." No time to lose Mr. SD.



:thumb:
Forum: Californian 09-03-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
Nylon barb

Probably carry over the previous fitting to match existing setup or replace with newer if needed.

Not sure why it came with it
Forum: Californian 09-03-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,305
Posted By SeaDuty
exhaust elbow question

will be replacing mixing elbow and had a question in regards to the threads.

do i need to put anti seize or something on the threads ?

thanks in advance.

(haven't taken it off yet - looks...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 11-30-2020, 01:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,086
Posted By SeaDuty
Bustlebomb

Same boat - similar problem.

short story:
emptied the tank / lots of bleach
replaced the hoses from the tank to all the various in/outs/pumps etc.
the hose is not cheap either. works like a...
Forum: Californian 11-20-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,966
Posted By SeaDuty
thanks !

thanks !
Forum: Californian 11-20-2020, 12:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,272
Posted By SeaDuty
I have one on mine - it functions - although i...

I have one on mine - it functions - although i wouldn't want to be relying on it.
I carry spare drop in auto bilge pumps (1500gph) in case the fwd one fails.
Forum: Californian 11-20-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,573
Posted By SeaDuty
34 caliornian lrc

i'm 37' total
parked a 40' slip

our marina allows 3' overhang in a 35' slip - seemed a bit tight for some reason once tied up
Forum: Californian 10-25-2020, 12:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,386
Posted By SeaDuty
Thanks !!!

Sea Row ,,
Thanks for the kind words regarding her.

Been busy with work - sorry for the delay

Wish i was in the selling aspect of this boat - but have a few years left with the kids,,...
Forum: Californian 10-24-2020, 11:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,485
Posted By SeaDuty
Welcome !

Lets see some pics !!!!!!

would love to see what you got
Forum: Californian 07-22-2020, 04:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,386
Posted By SeaDuty
Batts

Swfla

Appreciate the comments thank you

The boat batteries are (4) AGM 245 amp/hr deep cycle - had to switch out the alternators as well to get the correct voltage to them.
2 dedicated to...
Forum: Californian 07-22-2020, 03:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,386
Posted By SeaDuty
davit

FalconPilot

The davit came with the boat and dingy weighs ~400lb'ish 15hp 4stroke on it just tiller driven. Don't know much about the install process as it looks well done and drops into the head...
Forum: Californian 04-26-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,386
Posted By SeaDuty
thanks for the info. i'll drop it down a knot...

thanks for the info.
i'll drop it down a knot or two and see what i come up with.

Really want to install the Maretron system to dial it in.
Currently use sticks(surprisingly accurate) to gauge...
Forum: Californian 04-25-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,386
Posted By SeaDuty
Mrwesson I really like the Mainship as well -...

Mrwesson
I really like the Mainship as well - Californian was more in my price at the time - could be the next boat as there a few Mainship 40's near me..
Twins and cruise about 8knots 1850rpm -...
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