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My genset shut itself down and would not start back up. It turns over but would not fire. We checked fuel system and found out that the*fuel shut off solenoid was not enganging, so we removed it and tested it and found it worked, so the problem must be electrical? Removed the relays in the...

I just installed a ssb on my vessel and am leaving for Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and on to the Virgin Islands. My question is, Can I get away without going through the process of getting a call sign and license to use the radio for infrequent communications and to become a...

Just purchased an ICOM 700 pro and AT-130 tuner with a 23 ft antenna. Next is installation and grounding. After asking and googling around concerning the various grounding techniques I've received numerous suggestions such as lining the whole boat in foil, painting the boat with 13 1/2 coats of...

When running the genset and charger/inverter all systems function normally. But when I attempt to get AC power to the fridge/outlets,etc. nothing happens. When genset is shut down and inverter left on all AC appliances and outlets function. Something that may be related is that when I turn on AC...

I am having problems with my Jabsco electric marine toilet flushing. When I push the flush button the water only swirls a bit and the level does not decrease. The pump sounds fine, and the power to the pump is not low. Does not seem to prime. Before purchasing a new $200 Quiet flush pump I'd...

I am currently insured through Boat US and* coverage takes me through the Turks and Caicos. Can anyone recommended an insurer that will cover my vessel through the Caribbean without having to sell one of my engines to pay for it? Also, if any members feel there is a better policy to be had while...