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    Alternator overcharging on Cummins diesel

    Here is a wire schematic I have from Seaboard marine. I had similar issues and ended up replacing both alternators at the end of last season. All was well when I put the boat away for winter.
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    Highfield vs Achilles

    I purchased a second seat and an under seat storage bag from Defender. Nice way to store life jackets and an anchor. https://defender.com/en_us/sailorbags-defender-inflatable-boat-underseat-storage-bag
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    Removing paint from nibral props

    I tried paint remover from Home Depot, but it didn’t do much at all. The Acetone I used seemed to remove more that the stripper. Temps may have been an issue. I ended up using my Milwaukee die grinder with a scotch brite type pad to smooth it out and prep for paint. It would take some effort...
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    Highfield vs Achilles

    I don’t know much about the Achilles. However, I have a 2022 Highfield 340 w/25hp Yamaha. The boat looks great, has flat floor, fuel locker up front and sea deck type flooring. It is also relatively light with the AL hull. The Yamaha gave me a little trouble with the pull start. It got...
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    Yes, the bellow split causing my worst nightmare. I removed the pump assembly and worked on it on the bench/bilge floor. I used enough water and degreaser to fill a swimming pool to clean up the mess. My advice it be proactive and change the bellow too. The port side is on the list for the...
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    it’s doable with the exhaust in place if your arms are long enough. I had to do this last summer. It wasn’t fun.
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    There is plenty of room for the tender to clear the chocks. Mine felt like a 5” step down, but the difference was only 1.5”.
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    I pulled the platform off for fiberglass repair. The previous owner hit the dock. I’m also adding 1.5” to the spacers to get it level with the boat platform. It’s ready to go back on, maybe this weekend if the weather permits.
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    I mounted the Seablaze X2 lights this weekend. Any recommendations on wiring them up; wire gauge, switch type, maybe a terminal block to join the light wires together? I’m thinking to put the switch next to the Gen fuel valves and a breaker off the DC EL panel in the salon.
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    Excessive smoking 480CE

    If it needs a full rebuild, the engine will need to come out. I can’t see how you would remove the oil pan while in the boat. As you can imagine, the salon sliding door assembly will need to come out and I’m guessing the transom wall/assembly.
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    What to do with KVH TV1?

    I removed the Sat equipment from my boat. It cleaned up the arch, but is now taking up space in my attic. I have the items listed for sale, but no bites.
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    Looks like a great fit. Looking forward to hearing more about how they perform.
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    Did you have to fiberglass a pad into the transom to mount the Zipwakes?
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    420/44 DB Owners Club

    Did you try fully deploying the Zipwakes? If so, how did the boat respond. I’m curious to know if you can really get the bow down to plow/cut through waves. Also, are you able to get a more efficient cruise speed?
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    FS - Sea Ray Navigator

    For Sale - Sea Ray Navigator - Includes Power Supply Model: TII-SRN Condition: Very Good Location: Smithtown, NY Asking: $300 - Make Offer (Buyer to pay shipping)
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