Generator Hydro-Locking

Alaskan Sea-Duction · May 29, 2019

Ski in NC said:
Is the overhead too low to get some good rise in the hump?

Yep. I was able to get just 1-2 inches.

I did find online the install instructions for my genny. It states if you run the exhaust out the stern install a flapper.

In K-Town and have check valve in hand. Installing tomorrow.

Thanks everyone for the input. Crusty, are you flying up to supervise??

Steve DAntonio · May 30, 2019

If you use a check valve go with the proprietary exhaust Centek or equivalent, a common metal check valve will wear out quickly in exhaust use.

Ski in NC · May 30, 2019

Post some pics showing the layout as it is.

I don't like using check valves of any type. Consequences of failure are high, and the do fail. Especially here.

Check valve might be ok for the duration of the trip.

Alaskan Sea-Duction · May 30, 2019

Steve DAntonio said:
If you use a check valve go with the proprietary exhaust Centek or equivalent, a common metal check valve will wear out quickly in exhaust use.

That is the brand I used.

Ski in NC said:
Post some pics showing the layout as it is.

I don't like using check valves of any type. Consequences of failure are high, and the do fail. Especially here.

Check valve might be ok for the duration of the trip.

Check valve installed. I had to move the lift muffler and I will be putting a 2 x 2 under one edge of it. I will need to be careful not to step on it.

I called Centek to ask if the valve needed before or after the lift muffler. After was recommended.

Top Pic: Shows the run of the exhaust.

Second Pic shows the tip of the check valve.

Comodave · May 30, 2019

You know with a sawsall and about 15 minutes I could get you all the clearance you could ever want...

Alaskan Sea-Duction · May 30, 2019

I did find a light in that corner which of course does not work. Winter list started....

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