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Owners of 92 series Detroits are well aware that these motors operate on the edge of the envelope in regards to cooling capacity. I run my boat, a 45C w/ 692's, off south florida which can get especially toasty in the summer time. My mechanic says he is invariably called each summer when owners...

I was phoned by a relative to ask if my boat was okay and looked over my balcony to witness the aftermath of the remains of 2 seventy footers reduced to charred hulks. These infernos occurred yards from the fuel pumps. Real heroes including local charter captains saved lives this am. Below is...

I went for my routine, motor start up and when I twisted the port ignition key there were no reassuring alarms. Pushing the started button revealed silence....bummer. Especially in light of hernia producing new batteries just being installed. I traced the problem to the toggle switch on the...

Does anyone have any learned opinions or websites that might help flush out the best performing radar for bird detection. I have a Nav Net 2 and would like to add a radar. Furuno offers numerous models with varying beam angles, antenae size, power etc. In general, more power, bigger array and...

Is there any real or theoretical risk to the motors if the oil filters are spun on dry (of course the gasket is lubed) compared to having them topped off before spinning them on (read PITA on the outboard side) ? Just curious, Greg

Just received my shiny new CO-Experts Carbon Monoxide monitors and wondering about placement. The Stateroom one is easy, but the Salon of my 45C does not offer many options. Anybody with a recommendation ? Also, has anyone placed these in their ER ? Thank you, Greg Hat Time 1985 45C Miami...

The short version of this tale is that we decided to fish the Drambuie Key West Marlin Tourney about a year ago. In addition to getting the boat topped off with lots of upgrades to make the 150 nm run from Miami Beach to Key West like Sirius satellite weather added to the Nav Net, tackle, EZ2CY...

I am toying with the tower idea for a 1985 45C and would consider used in good condition or does anyone have a new tower connection. What would a full tuna tower with controls go for? Thanks for any help. Greg

FWIW, Below is the link for anyone interested. The reason this boat went down may never be known so I don't think there is much to learn here except, have a safety plan and make sure all of your safety gear is only one minute away from being deployed...

I am going to fish in a tournament in Key West in July. It is a run of about 150 NM from my home port of Miami Beach. When I arrive, we will be putting some heavy running and trolling time on our 45C. The motors are 692's. So the multiple choice question is regarding the run down. I know there...

I am replacing my dive platform and in its place I want to place 2 or 3 stainless steps. Does anyone have a manufacturer name or part # for what I am describing. Thank you, Greg

1985 45C w/ 692's need the secondary fuel filters changed....Does anyone have a DD part #. Also, since I have read numerous posts where folks have problems w/ priming the lines after a filter change out. Could someone just run down the steps here so I don't create any additional trouble. Thank...

Can anyone give the Cliff's Notes version of Everything you ever wanted to know about trolling valves and were not afraid to ask ? I have a 1985 45C w/ 6V92s and Allison gears and I can appreciate being able to attain ultra slow trolling speeds for live baiting, kite fishing, wreck fishing...

My Boat Leveler stb tab was leaking at the hose connection on the outside of the boat at the tab. After checking out other posts I think I am squared away but now the resevoir needs filling. Do I have to use a proprietary product to fill it or will any steering fluid do the job ? Thanks, Greg

Probably by necessity the windlass drips rain water into the anchor locker on my 45C. Is that everyone else's experience? But the covered hawse (sp?) pipe next to the windlass leaks like a sieve? Is this acceptable?

A plastic bag covered the AC raw water intake (when I moved the boat we saw it float away) and the AC stopped blowing cool air. The fan runs full blast but does not get cold. The stateroom AC works fine. How do I start to trouble shoot this problem ? Thank you, Greg

Here is one for the esteemed senior members who have suffered w/ the Walker Air Seps and their expensive maintenance issues....I was at the Miami International Boat Show today, and among all the new bells and whistles was a product so simple in design and concept that youy w9onder if it really...

Not the most thrilling call you could get from your marina at 6:00 in the morning but it will definitely get your attention. I (along w/ friendly help) was able to find 3 high water sensors on my '85 45C ...does that sound right? Unfortunately the alarm does not indicate which one of the...

What is the best way to wire 2 under gunnel DC power outlets for a couple of electric reels. Should they be taken off the fuse panels in the back of the engine room or otherwise?

It has been already established on this site that high quality marine tinned (Ancor) wire is the standard. What about butt-end connectors, should those be heat shrunk with an open flame or is it better to use the liquid electric tape products? Thank you, Greg