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    Bmarler replied to the thread Pilothouse window seal leak.
    If it’s not exposed to uv behind the trim you can use the 3m urethane. 3M 10.5 Fl Urethane Adhesive M8693 I’ve had really good results...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread Water pump tripping breaker.
    I have one of those seaflow pumps and I can’t wait for it to die so I can trash it. They make different styles, and I got the bypass...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread DIY Alexseal evaluation.
    Perfect, thanks. I will try some when I run out of the system three compound I’m using now. It’s good, but could be better.
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    Bmarler replied to the thread DIY Alexseal evaluation.
    I read the tds for alexseal and it’s pretty similar to all the modern urethanes. As you found out, the additives for roll/brush are...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread DIY Alexseal evaluation.
    light is everything when doing the actual spraying. i look at the surface of what i'm shooting the whole time. you can see exactly how...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread DIY Alexseal evaluation.
    which 3m gun were you using?
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    Bmarler replied to the thread clear antifouling.
    Yep, I would think keeping them as slick as possible would be best. A good wax maybe?
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    I looked at the manual for your windlass, and I see the bolt in question. I would start hitting that with penetrating oil regularly...
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    It sounds like your pulling the boat forward with the windlass. Have you tried bumping the boat forward with the engine?
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    Bmarler replied to the thread DIY Alexseal evaluation.
    I’ve been painting for decades, mostly automotive work, but have done a few boats too. Masking for spray outdoors is almost impossible...
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    Just to follow up on this, after a few emails with raritan, they advised that on the circuit board of the flush controller there lives a...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread Voltage drop.
    You need temp sensors to protect the alternator and the batteries. The temp sensor on the alternator can reduce the power output...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread Voltage drop.
    Is this a new development or has it been this way since the balmar equipment was installed? I can’t imagine anyone programming in...
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    Bmarler replied to the thread Anchor windlass power supply.
    A good approach as well. Doesn’t fix low volts at the windless, but if it’s working ok and not overheating, no biggie.
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