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      We have a '95 IG36 with a mast and our air draft is 20' - about 3' above our bimini so if yours has a mast, dont forget that it will be...
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      The difference in the head gaskets is the gasket for the bored or sleeved engine has a wider sealing area around the bore to compensate...
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      Frequently manufacturers used two separate systems when addressing the auto start or safety shut down systems on engines - particularly...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Missing Coolant - CAT 3208.
      I seem to have posted that before I was done so here's the rest of the story. I spent 20 years working for the Cat dealer in Alaska at...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Missing Coolant - CAT 3208.
      Fist thing is I'd pull the dip stick and look at the color of the oil. ANY milky color is a disaster as your rod and main bearings do...
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      I have been a diesel mechanic for 55 years and a carpenter out of necessity (built 3 houses for family) for 30 of those and I also own a...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Blind fly bridge.
      Whatever you decide, a good antiseize compound applied to the fasteners at install will dramatically improve your chances of avoiding...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Blind fly bridge.
      Petal nuts have a very small thread area and may not be suitable for supporting the rail. Nutserts have a much larger threaded area and...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Blind fly bridge.
      I feel your pain as I have encountered this problem on numerous projects. I have found that the best solution is a thing they call...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread Fuel system plumbing question.
      Depending on the condition of your fuel hoses (pliable or brittle) which changes with age, you can simply pinch off the line close to...
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      mrfixit48 replied to the thread A Balmar Story.
      Just another angle on this problem. I am recently retired from 55 years as a heavy equipment field mechanic for both Caterpillar and...
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