Recent content by GAGates

Trying to find a replacement bulb online with no luck so far…any suggestions? There isn't a part nbr on the bulb that has two prongs. The searchlight was made in 1969 by The Portable Light Co. and has a serial nbr 1088. It appears they're no longer in business.

Well, I've read thru all the helpful posts but still having "challenges" removing three cracked windows in my 53'MY. Portside salon window (the one that slides, not the one that's fixed) suffered a bad crack during the winter due to temperature differential (I assume). Won't lift out of the...

I have three Crown Head IIs. One won't fill up w/water after flushing. I've checked the filter and all the water lines - no issues. It appears that when I release the button, water flow into the bowl stops sooner than it does on the other two. I did replace the Joker Valve as the old one had...

After draining & refilling my H2O tanks, I now have issues with very low pressure at my master stateroom shower and several (not all) faucets. (I'm currently using dock water but will be switching to internal when I get the water pump fixed!) I will be checking the pressure regulator water...

Loving our Classic 1970 53' Hat, and still learning! We have a clogged drain (scupper) on port side amidships. I've tried about everything I can think of (high water pressure, snake (very carefully), muriatic acid (a couple treatments only) but to no avail. It appears that the drain decreases in...

New Hatteras owner here! Have 1970 53'MY. Been able to pump out waste tanks before, but last night couldn't pump from main tank. Was able to pump out forward tank, though, so it appears to be an onboard problem. Friend's advise is to buy a snake w/blunt end and try "stiring it up" YUCK! Any...

Just purchased "Traveler", a beautiful "Classic", built in 1970 (hull #9), 53' MY. Known previously as"Fightin' Irish", soon to be christened "Heavenly Gates". She'll be berthed at Capitol Yacht Club in the near future! Couple questions: 1. What can I expect for gph? She has twin, turbocharged...