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I just changed the oil / fileter in my generator...it is a diesel generator but I used regular 10w-30 oil, not the diesel (10w-30D) oil. Does it make a big difference?

Does anyone know a good place to pick up a roll of bonding strap (prefarably the 2 ")? also, what is is typically made of? Steve sells copper strap that is 3/4" wide in but Roger at hatteras said they used 2"...any ideas what the right stuff is (material & width)? Thanks!

I realized that every boat will have a dif type of paint on it, but when I bought mine the gentleman told me that it was "hatteras white". I think that this is just the color and that there are many different variations of what type of paint to use (probably all coming in "hatteras white". The...

I'm in a pretty rocky marine and as such my spring lines get a workout. (for those that read my last dilemma, I have moved from Newport Marina to Lincoln Harbor and whoever suggested it was right...Lincoln Harbor is ALOT better...guess I should of figured that out when I noticed that I was 1 of...

I have posted on my wipers before...ended up having all three Trico Air Wiper Motors rebuilt by Dana Abshier of Abshier Manufacturing. Wanted to report to any interested that he did a great job and the motors came back looking brand new. However, upon reinstallation, I realized that another...

I know everyone has a different solution to the issue, but was looking for a setup that someone has been very happy with for filtering water before it goes into the boat. I've seen those very long carbon filters on docks in Florida...i think people use to prefilter water before coming into boat...

I have 2 VT8-370's (turbo) in my hatt. I have been trying to find relacement air filters for these engines. I had my parts guy looking and he says that there are no available filter elements that he can find for the engines. Perhaps I have some kind of aftermarket air filter on each engine...

Does anyone know where else (who sells / makes) the leather fender holders / hangers that hang off of teak railings? Sams has them but I was hoping to find some alot cheaper (Sams part # FH3N - $230). Maybe this is what they cost...I thought they were like $30!! Shows what I know

Looking for peoples opinions / experiences here.... So, currently my boat is in a slip at a marina (Newport Marina in Jersey City). There is a sea wall at the marina which is supposed to reduce the waves. The marina is located on the Hudson River where from 6am to 10pm there is ALOT of Ferry...

Hello, recently I took my hatt out for maiden voyage for the season. Boat has 2 x VT-8 370's w/ forward & aft tank and a fuel polishing system. It ran perfectly the whole trip...about 1 1/2 hours but when I pulled into marina I noticed fuel trickling out of breather to aft fuel tank. I shut...

hello, I am scheduling a shorthaul next week (I get one free per season from my marina) and was wondering beside from a powerwashing and changing zincs, is there anything else I should do / check / fix while boat is out of the water (it has been in all season). Vessel is a 1970 53 MY. I was...

Hello, I have a 1970 53 MY w/ VT8-370s (turbo models). the boat has the stock 2 water tanks and 2 fuel tanks. The engines currently have no alarms. I would like to install high temperature and high oil pressure alarms on the engines and was looking for recommendation for good units /...

I have posted once before asking for help on where to get my wipers rebuilt (Trico Air Wipers). They are being shipped off today to Dana Abshier of Abshier Manufacturing (317-271-0711) for anyone who is interested. My next question is has anyone come up with a better system for turning wipers...

I'm going to sand down and redo my v-berth. It is all original teak...though not seemingly as nice a quality as say the galley / main salon. Most of my boat was redone before I purchased it with enough coats to make the walls look like they are covered in a sheet of glass over the beautiful...

All drawers from under 2 bunks in Stateroom 2 from 53 Classic MY. Also have 4 drawers that were in nightstand. All great condition & original. The items are located in Jersey City, NJ. I finally have pictures...please PM me with your email address if you'd like to see. sorry it took so long...

I am remodeling the second stateroom in the 53 MY. Taking out the 2 bunks & the night stand in between. Turning the room into a custom den / office / library. Would anyone be interested in the drawers from under the 2 bunks (4 each) or the drawers from the nightstand. They are all original...

I have no doubt this will solicit a host of different opinions..... Have you guys seen this Wally Boat? http://www.wally.com/jumpch.asp?idChannel=44&idUser=0&attivo=2-6

Hello, I just returned to my boat after departing for the holidays (gone for about 1 week). Before I left, I had filled up my water tank. during this morning's shower (the first time I used water since re-arriving), I was almost overcome by a horrible smell of sulfer coming from the water. I...

In a previous thread on windows, I inquired about the maker of portlights to fix / replace some leakers. Fuller Brush was mentioned as the original maker of the portlights. I spoke with Fuller and described my portlight and they said it didn't sound like their make (all of mine have 3...

I had a quick question for some of those who are more technically savy... I have a 53 classic MY powered with Cummins VT8-370's. (both rebuilt in 2003)...she is heavy and slow. I think the boat is most comfortable between 8 & 9 knots. the RPM for this (depending on current, etc.) is between...