Jim_Gandee
BOC Site Team
Joined: 04-06-2011
Location: So.Cal. Alamitos Bay.
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Pete, my buddy had a 30 something Bay with twin outdrives. I forget which engine now(this was 7-8 years ago) but one engine always ran hot above about... -
This is exactly why I prefer two engines on my boat. I hear single engine trawler folks tout their economy and reliability all the time, saying all a...Leave a comment:
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Pete, not sure how you confirmed the pump impeller is in good shape but before I went through the hassle of a coolant drain and all of what that ensues...Leave a comment:
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Johnny, that’s funny! Although most of the AED’s I’ve seen actually say something like “Shock Indicated Stand Back or Stand Clear”....Leave a comment:
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I’m no expert and have only limited experience but for those contemplating extended trips up/down the west coast consider the following:
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Hi Jim,
I did take that into account, I built a plywood frame for the inside perimeter of the cutout, glued and bolted it to the bulkhead....Leave a comment:
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James, great idea! I wonder though about the continued structural integrity of the bulkhead with that size of a hole cut out? Perhaps a solution would...Leave a comment:
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Great looking boat! I love the lines of the 47!...Leave a comment:
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AED’s can be real lifesavers, literally! 35 years ago when I was a young fireman/paramedic we carried, and used, defibrillators regularly. A company...Leave a comment:
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Jim_Gandee replied to Looking for Guidance on a Gulf Islands, BC Cruising/retirement boat: 1988 Bayliner diesel 3218 vs 2000 Bayliner Gasser 3258 (new engines)in CruisersNavydiver,
I believe you’ll be much more comfortable in a 38XX series boat. Here’s one in your area that is very well equipped and in about...Leave a comment:
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Nicks, I’m assuming you require more access than opening the access panel above the headboard mirror provides?...Leave a comment:
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Jeff, thanks for the heads ups regarding the spam. I banned the poster and deleted the topic.
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Waterdowg, thanks for the heads ups regarding the spam. I banned the poster and deleted the topic.
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Sometimes we have to stand on our ears too!
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Driz,
dont forget you can rotate the engine by hand to to position the cam lobe so the fuel pump actuating rod is at its shortest throw. This...Leave a comment:
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Driz,
I’ve experienced the same issue. I’d install the BB’s and within a short time one or two would be lost as I rolled down the road....Leave a comment:
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Pete, any concern for your running gear? I would hope that rope didn’t get caught on the props, rudders or struts and bend something....Leave a comment:
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