Recent content by Jonaron

Hi all, My 1987 has an old fuse panel on the helm locker that looks like it was replaced by a more modern fuse panel. This is for things like VHF and chart platter and depth finder. It is not the autopilot, engine gauges, steering, etc. Somewhere along the way, whatever wiring was originally...

Hi All, I'm attaching a photo of my boat's biggest problem.The rudder hadn't been repacked for a long time before I bought it. Now it's real ugly. I can no longer tighten it to stop it from leaking.The access is not good. I think I can remove the bolts, but judging by how long it took the...

Hi All- I have a 1987 40DC with a 50 amp shore plug and a 30 amp shore plug. 240 volt generator. I have what I believe are Jefferson Polarization transformers that feed two separate hot legs of the Breaker panel and a white neutral buss. The 240v breakers are split pretty evenly on the 2 legs of...

My 40 DC has mid ship deck vents of 3" on each side of the boat. The port is supposed to be for intake, the starboard for exhaust. There are 3" hoses running from these deck vents to the mechanical area behind the bed at the transom that contains the fresh water tank, steering...

Not sure what to call this, it is the protective Corner that attaches to the railing of the starboard aft deck. Dogs not included! $100 plus shipping.

My new to me 1987 40DC has no hull zincs on the transom, nor do I see a place for them. Anyone know if these are not used on this boat or if I am missing something? It does have rudder zincs, prop shaft zincs, trim tab zincs, and strainer zincs which all seem to be working just fine. Thanks much.

Hi All-I am planning some upgrades to the electrical system in my 1987 40 DC. I have quite a bit of AC residential experience, and electronics wiring experience, but much of this Marine electrical is new to me. As for the specifics of the install and ensuring that the work is done well, I will...