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[Tenacious]

The admiral found a solution to our lack of light for dining on the bridge. Cool little rechargeable down light that is perfect for dining. Think she saw it in a restaurant.
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I discovered similar lights a few years back while dining at an outdoor restaurant. Took photo of label and found on Amazon. Even though I added two additional LED's to my radar arch, they don't provide enough while dining or playing cards on bridge. These things are great USB-C charging and they last a very long time. Also dimmable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099DLPWYX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

[Tenacious]

Where would be a good spot to install a rear facing camera? I ordered a Raymarine CAM300 and would like a cockpit and rearward view for keeping an eye on things while underway and backing into the slip. I’m thinking above the salon door, but don’t know if there is space to run the wires. Post a pic of yours if you have one, and let me know how it works for you.

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My local electronics guy (Dockside Electronics) mounted a Raymarine infrared reverse view camera on the back side of bridge top, on rail. It's height provides for a complete view of stern from port to starboard. It is interfaced with my MFD (Raymarine E-127) as a "back-up" camera. Due to the fact that it is facing backwards, the reversed view configuration compensates so when I am facing forward looking at the display, left is left and right is right. This orientation keeps things straight in your mind while multi-tasking when backing into a slip. This configuration eliminates the blind spots and enables me to keep an eye on obstacles as well as wifey while she is on platform handling lines, etc. I also occasionally check on the dingy while underway. Infrared is nice as it works at night, (B & W in low light conditions).

 

[Tomco]

The engine sync pop-out fuse below the steering on the helm, is, well, popped out. It will not stay in when reset - even with no power on the circuit. There doesn't appear to be a short and I would have thought that with no power on the circuit it should be able to be reset. Any ideas on a possible root cause? do these type of fuses go bad?

Thanks,
Tom

 

[RBB]

We have a FLIR camera and the smaller RM camera looking behind us. The rear camera I don’t like so much since the view is reversed.
The forward camera is nice, it pans, zooms
Both.

 

[Tenacious]

The engine sync pop-out fuse below the steering on the helm, is, well, popped out. It will not stay in when reset - even with no power on the circuit. There doesn't appear to be a short and I would have thought that with no power on the circuit it should be able to be reset. Any ideas on a possible root cause? do these type of fuses go bad?

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Thanks,
Tom

I have had these go bad for no apparent reason. Perhaps swap out with a neighboring fuse to see if that will do the trick.

 

[Bruce SEA 993]

Has anyone ever used a high speed diesel fuel pump? A friend of ours did a few days ago and their boat started running rough and they lost one engine after refueling. It's a big boat so it was a time saver for the volume of fuel they were taking on.

We think the high speed stirred up some yuck in the tanks and plugged up the fuel filters.

I always thought it would be a nice timesaver to use the high volume pumps. Maybe not!!!

He is going through the filters right now and will post results.

 

[RBB]

Has anyone ever used a high speed diesel fuel pump? A friend of ours did a few days ago and their boat started running rough and they lost one engine after refueling. It's a big boat so it was a time saver for the volume of fuel they were taking on.

We think the high speed stirred up some yuck in the tanks and plugged up the fuel filters.

I always thought it would be a nice timesaver to use the high volume pumps. Maybe not!!!

He is going through the filters right now and will post results.

When I fill up the fuel tank vent always dribble’s fuel, if was to fill any quicker it would make a major sheen on the water.

 

[RBB]

Finally have all my new electronics working. It turned out great.

 

[Shaps]

Has anyone ever used a high speed diesel fuel pump? A friend of ours did a few days ago and their boat started running rough and they lost one engine after refueling. It's a big boat so it was a time saver for the volume of fuel they were taking on.

We think the high speed stirred up some yuck in the tanks and plugged up the fuel filters.

I always thought it would be a nice timesaver to use the high volume pumps. Maybe not!!!

He is going through the filters right now and will post results.

I used the high volume pump in Newport, RI.
Was an amazing time saver and had no issue.
I do use Franks Diesel Fuel regimen at every fill up.

 

[Tenacious]

Has anyone ever used a high speed diesel fuel pump? A friend of ours did a few days ago and their boat started running rough and they lost one engine after refueling. It's a big boat so it was a time saver for the volume of fuel they were taking on.

We think the high speed stirred up some yuck in the tanks and plugged up the fuel filters.

I always thought it would be a nice timesaver to use the high volume pumps. Maybe not!!!

He is going through the filters right now and will post results.

I use high speed pump frequently but also need to have a catch can over the vent as fuel sometimes blows out. For that reason I do not max out the fill volume but it's still a great deal faster than conventional pump. No extraordinary issues with racors. I did installed gauges on the racors and monitor closely for blockage/pressure. Great investment.

One thing I do which others may not is always top off fuel after a trip. Rarely will I go below 1/2. I know this adds weight but it's something I've always done out of habit, and with the logic that it is one less thing I need to do when I get to the boat and want to head out, especially if it's late in the day. So perhaps I am less apt to stir up the bottom of the tanks.

This is worth the investment. I have on both motors and genset. Brilliant idea.

Racor-RK19671 Bottom mount. Check Amazon.

 

[Shaps]

ing I do which others may not is always top off fuel after a trip. Rarely will I go below 1/2. I know this adds weight but it's something I've always done out of habit, and with the logic that it is one less thing I need to do when I get to the boat and want to head out, especially if it's late in the day. So perhaps I am less apt to stir up the bottom of the tanks.

+1 on don't run it up to the top.
The pumps i used did NOT have an automatic shutoff, besides the potential environmental issue, you also risked a diesel shower..

 

[RBB]

I use high speed pump frequently but also need to have a catch can over the vent as fuel sometimes blows out. For that reason I do not max out the fill volume but it's still a great deal faster than conventional pump. No extraordinary issues with racors. I did installed gauges on the racors and monitor closely for blockage/pressure. Great investment.

One thing I do which others may not is always top off fuel after a trip. Rarely will I go below 1/2. I know this adds weight but it's something I've always done out of habit, and with the logic that it is one less thing I need to do when I get to the boat and want to head out, especially if it's late in the day. So perhaps I am less apt to stir up the bottom of the tanks.

I would like to see what a catch can is , never seen one.

 

[Tenacious]

I would like to see what a catch can is , never seen one.

On occasion when going to the Vineyard or Nantucket, I would stop in Falmouth to purchase diesel from a tanker who sits at the inlet entry, to port, near a restaurant with dock. They use a truck which is customarily used for home heating fuel delivery. Talk about high speed. If you're not careful you could blow your tank out. Anyway, the guy hands me this thing one day to catch the fuel as it emerges from the vent. Worked great! I took a picture and ordered a few. They had two sizes. The one I have is a quart sized container and the other they sell is a gallon. Here's a photo but go to the Amazon link below for a better understanding of how this works. Unfortunately, it appears they currently do not have any in stock and you may need to source from elsewhere. This is a great invention though and does exactly what it states.

https://www.amazon.com/Davis-No-Spi...00144CQMQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

 

[RBB]

I never try to fill fast and still get gurgling out of vent. My boat runs about 250 hrs a year.
Hope I can contain the fuel dribbles.

 

[Tenacious]

I never try to fill fast and still get gurgling out of vent. My boat runs about 250 hrs a year.
Hope I can contain the fuel dribbles.

I know what you mean. Always best to fuel when it's cool before fuel in the tank expands during the heat of day. I find it does make a difference.

 

[Mark.60]

Has anyone ever dealt with painting or refinishing/touching up the engine room and bilge areas? I was once told that gelcoat was used but then someone else mentioned epoxy. I'm not sure how either would work with the wood surfaces but the color is the same as the engine room floor/bilge area. I'd love the take a chip, get it matched, and purchase a gallon or so to spruce things up. Any thoughts? Thanks.

Here are the pics of my bilge painted 2 years ago. I moved everything and painted under all hoses and clamps. Yes I’m anal about my bilge.

 

[RBB]

Here are the pics of my bilge painted 2 years ago. I moved everything and painted under all hoses and clamps. Yes I’m anal about my bilge.

Wow, Geez , not sure what else to say. That’s damn clean looking. In fact unreal, I to old to worry about it.

 

[saopm]

View attachment 146695 Finally have all my new electronics working. It turned out great.

Looks great…did you have a new dash panel made, or is that the factory panels. I have new Axioms coming in the mail. I’m going to have new dash panels made sine the SR Navigator left a big recessed hole. I believe the finish from Tecnografic is Vinegar Burl. Can’t anyone confirm?

 

[Alex F]

Alex I should rephrase...This lamp has more "intimate dining ambiance". Allows us to light up the table and still enjoy our surroundings. The arch lighting is more than enough if we want to light up the entire bridge but then its like a beacon in the mooring field..

Got you. Makes perfect sense!

 

[Alex F]

Has anyone ever used a high speed diesel fuel pump? A friend of ours did a few days ago and their boat started running rough and they lost one engine after refueling. It's a big boat so it was a time saver for the volume of fuel they were taking on.

We think the high speed stirred up some yuck in the tanks and plugged up the fuel filters.

I always thought it would be a nice timesaver to use the high volume pumps. Maybe not!!!

He is going through the filters right now and will post results.

I'd say that we're mixing apples and oranges here.

I've used all kinds of pumps, including high speed for exact reason, time saver.

Now, whether you're carrying dirty fuel or just received dirty fuel has nothing to do with the pump speed.

Just think about it. If you're suggesting that the high speed pump stirred the dirty fuel in the tank, what would happen when you go into seas that rocks the boat even a bit? That 's right, the dirt is getting stirred and you end up with the same affect, clogged fuel filters.

I don't see a reason getting concerned about using HS pump. Obviously, no one will tell you that they have dirty fuel. The only thing you can do "pro-actively", is to ask if their tank is low on fuel. This will indicate if you're getting left overs from the bottom.