Misc 42/44 stuff

[vanburen]

Skip - I suppose each combination of year, model and engine are unique - must be fun to maintain them for a living. I do admit that I was impressed with the ER "presentation".

After pointing out that the outboard (port) engine impeller key could easily fall, and that it naturally would fall into the perfectly located hose directly below, I was taught the great method of jogging the engine to put the key on top with a small screwdriver or conducting device, by shorting the starter solenoid. Very cool (somewhat dangerous).

How was the Alexandria / Cherry Blossom tour? We looked for you Saturday while driving into the District.

 

[SeaRM]

So--I then ingeniously TOUCH the friction plate on the water pump-yup, burned the heck out of my finger.

Great story Skip and HILARIOUS that you burnt your finger. Not because you felt the pain - but because that is exactly the same way I figured out my impeller was toast.

After repeatedly starting my Genny for about 5 times thinking that I could somehow talk it into staying running...I finally decided to touch the pump and see if it was warm or not. TSSSSSST....ouch %)(*#*&#)*%)(%*!!!!! Was my reply.

Anyway thanks for the lesson - we certainly share a common experience on that thing.

 

[Robski97]

Good stories guys !!! Alot to be learned off the injuries of others.

Rob

 

[Cuttin' Edge]

COuple things...

a) The zincs - yes, I know what you are saying - I noticed that on mine. I believe you have to disassemble the whole exhaust system if I recall to get to the Port Enginee Zinc - dumb. Luckily - fresh water No zinc problems here. Mine are 2 years old - and still look new!

b) Ahhh - yes, the little screws on the impeller for the Genny... 2 of them, no problem. That third one - you can't get any frigg'n wrench in to take it apart. I didn't think about disassembling the whole unit - I just used pliers and unscrewed it - took a while - it was loads of fun! I just don't get why, on parts they know you have to replace - they make them difficult.

It's just like getting to the oil filter on the genny - almost impossible! Luckily my newphew was with last year (6) he could crawl under and screw it out by hand!

 

[manfredr]

I keep my boat plugged in all winter to keep the batteries charged, otherwise I would take them out and trickle charge them. Lead acid batteries last the longest when you can avoid the discharge.