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new AirPax ckt breakers, interior panel type 2 double pole 50Amp trip 67.5Amps.... size 1.5 in x 2" 2 single pole 40Amp trip 54Amps ...... size 5/8X2"............. 5 Beckson portal screens 3 new in package two used,no charge for used. 1 oil pan diesel engine heater (plug in) attaches to side...

Wondering how most of you get 12volt to flybridge? I seem to have lost my 12volt for the nav components, vhf etc on the bridge. Schematic shows wire 58 might be logical but I get nothing on the voltmeter. I have independant 12 volt system in port engine room with charger but thought one block...

Little advise please.....Starting the winterizing here in Baltimore on my 53MY. Noticed more than a drip, closer to trickle of water leaking from port shaft at stuffing box. Surprised did not remember last time I addressed them. I think it is a straight forward, back off slightly then tigten...

Greetings, Hauled out this week tending to a few routine problems . 1972 53MY classic. I was pleasently surprised the bottom continues to show no to minimum blisters. I can't believe how stubborn the sea cocks are for the 871 detroits. I can't budge them, never had this problem before but...

I have a galley maid HTS Macerator Pump, it's brand new, one of the draw backs is it has to be primed. I have been told I can put a "pressure switch" on it that would not energize the pump until it was primed, hence "pressure switch". Anyone have any experience with this, its mounted on top of...

Well, I've put the new cables on, and adjusted the throttle spring bolt way out and way in. Loose and tight. No matter. with the motor off, the throttle advances up to almost full throttle and stays there. Turn on the motor, push the throttle up and it returns to about 12 to 1300 from anything...

Can't put my hands on the manual, anyone know how many gallons anti freeze in DD8V71's. Someone recommended shell, any preferences ??? thanks.

1972 53my. Large 32volt macerator pump, motor and pump shot. Has 2 3/8's intake and discharge. Sits on top of holding tank in starboard head. Anyone suggest a replacement. Mechanic says not worth rebuilding, motor shot, bearings shot pump rusted. Looked around seems a lot of them available...

Hello everyone.................just installed new throttle cable on lower station can't get it adjusted properly, it wants to return to 1500 rpms if I don't hold it open. Lower rpms seem to be okay ??? how do I adjust it ?? Thanks....Woody

Does anyone out there know the size "diameter" of your engine and throttle cables for the 53Hatt MY . Looking at mine they appear to be old (1972) morse, (now teleflex) but definitely larger in diameter than the standard 10/32 threaded Teleflex. About 1/4" diameter on mine. Also noted control...

Has anyone ever tried replacing the 32volt blowers in the heads, engine rooms with par 12volt fans ? I suspect it might work ??? And/or is there such a thing as an inexpensive transistor/diode or other magic device to put in line to step down the current at each device ?

Has anyone ever tried replacing the 32volt blowers in the heads, engine rooms with par 12volt fans ? I suspect it might work ??? And/or is there such a thing as an inexpensive transistor/diode or other magic device to put in line to step down the current at each device ?

Hi Everyone, Just finished up a family run on the 4th of July and noticed this morning the engine alternator on the starboard engine is real hot to the touch after engine off for 8-10 hours. Large battery charger in port engine room charging and also a little hot but not as bad as the...

Anyone know the length of the control cables for a 53 FBMY. Can't find any writing on them !

I have a practically new GROCO brass 32 volt fresh water system. WSC-80 designed for boats up to 40ft. Never used. Not large enough for my 53 classic MY, will let go for reasonable offer. These pumps list for $1000-$ 1200 , if you can even find them. I went back to original galley maid. Photo...