Recent content by Keith

Every time I browse the site, for example, the Sandbar, and I see a photo I'd like to view, I click on the photo and I have to re-log in with my name and password to continue viewing the site. What's up with that? Is it just me or do others have the same problem? Keith Lady J

I'm redoing the aft shower on our 1966 50' Yacht Fisherman. I'm going to put new wall covering (fiberglass wall board) over the bulkheads in the shower stall. Over the years, previous owners had installed several different wall covering materials, all look very bad. I have stripped off the...

Usually when I change my Racor fuel filters I just let the engine refill the filter instead of filling the filter housing with diesel before firing off. I did that again changing both filters in one engine set. I took them all apart for their annual cleaning. I started the engine and it ran...

I have a working compressor from my 8X71 that was working when I removed it. Comes with drive gear and mounting plate. $200 or best offer. Keith

Does anyone know why the dry section of our exhaust system from the manifold to the shower head is stainless steel? The obvious answer is probably corrosion resistance but, that section is dry so, no salt water. Aren't truck exhaust systems mild steel? I need to replace mine on the 8V71...

We have a Westerbeke 12.6 BTD generator. I think I may have screwed something up! I was working on the AC selector switch - that switch that allows you to switch from shore power to AC input from shore or generator. My screw driver dropped and shorted between two of the generator leads to the...

We have a 1966 50' Yacht Fisherman with 871 naturals and Alison transmissions. I always check the transmission oil level with the engine running after about 15 - 20 minutes of run time. The port side tranny always shows a little low. We have run the boat up from San Francisco and are now in...

I have been motoring up the coast of California, Oregon and Washington heading ultimately for Alaska in 2011. A couple of nights ago, we rounded Cape Flattery and entered the Straits of Juan de Fuca. It was pitch dark, no moon light, you know the feeling, your universe is the boat. We were...

My wife and I are taking our 1966 50' yacht fisherman to Alaska leaving in the next couple of days. We have spent the last couple of years getting ready for this adventure and waiting for retirement to set us free. If any would like to track our progress you can check out our blog...

I am in the process of removing a 15 KW Onan generator from my boat. This generator is a mid 70's model that runs great, starts right away with no smoke. I am replacing it with a new smaller unit. The generator does not have a sound shield and is also missing the air cleaner (they were not...

I need to replace one of my props. I'm looking for a 27" diameter X 31" pitch for a 1 3/4" shaft, right hand. Anybody have one for sale?

I have 8-71's and would like to add external heat exchangers to both engines for two reasons. First, I want to keep my engines warm during the winter while running my Webasto heater system. The Webasto circulates fresh water and anti-freeze as well through its plumbing system. Second, when I...

In preparation for going to Alaska next year we made the first of our sure to be many short off shore trips last weekend. We took the boat to Monterey from San Francisco leaving Thursday evening and returning from Monterey on Sunday, about a 200 mile round trip. Being a life long sailor, I...

We have owned our 50' Hatteras for four years now. Only motored on San Francisco Bay and the Delta. I am planning to take her down to Monterey this evening, a trip of about 100 miles. Sea conditions are 4 - 6 foot swells 8 - 9 second intervals with wind waves of 2 - 3 feet. How do you think...

This maybe a silly question or thought but... My son and I were talking about fuel consumption and how to get the most bang for your fuel buck. He asked would it help if we removed the mufflers from the exhaust system and let the engines 'breathe' easier? Hmmm - sounds like a good idea, don't...