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My marina installed a new 15Kw Westerbeke generator. They put a new start switch in and left the old one on the panel. They didn't want to mess with the old one because it has several wires running to it. Has anyone removed the old switch and wondering what the implications would be...

I am removing a Datamarine depth finder and speedometer. They get power from a 32volt transformer from what I can tell. There is 12volts at the units. Just curious if I could just hook up a Simrad Chartplotter to that same power source? Are there any other considerations when connecting...

I am considering a Highfield Dinghy for my 53MY. The width is 5'8". Does anyone have experience mounting this size or brand? I worry about the width, and could get it in 10'2" or 11'2" length. My boat is in storage and the one on there now is a bit too large, but I don't know the...

I am replacing my original Cummins Onan generator 15Kw that came with the boat 53MY in 1981. The generator is leaking coolant into engine (comes out the exhaust) so believe it may need new head gasket and planning of the head. The unit runs but overheats under load due to this issue. If...

I am looking to install a new GPS on the Helm. Last spring I tried running the network cable up both the starboard and port side passages to no avail. There are too many wires and the fit was just too tight for a snake to work. Is it possible to access these passage ways in the Salon? I...

The time has come to replace the washer & dryer on my 53MY. Current unit is a combined white Frigidaire unit no longer made. I would like to go with two stainless front load units. I searched and didn't see any recent posts so figured I would inquire if anyone has a recommendation for...

I have these two depth and speed gauges on my flybridge. They don't work and I am trying to remove them. They have a ring on the back and I was able to remove them. However the gauges don't want to slide out the front of the dash. Anyone have experience removing these gauges? Might they...

I believe my 53MY has M20 transmissions. I am looking for advice on how to change the oil and filter. I see the drain hose out the bottom do folks pump it out? Does the filter just get cleaned or replaced? How easy is it to remove & obtain? Thanks

I have a bad Perko name plate light on my 1981 53MY. It is 32volt on a white plastic pedestal. One of the wires came off the inside and I see no way to re-attach it. Does anyone know a source for this light fixture or have you repaired one? Thanks, Mark

On my 1981 53MY I get water accumulating in the front part of the Helm Station under the long seat in the front. Upon inspection there is just one scupper hole in the rear port side of the pedestal. Since the floor is curved water won't drain from the starboard front corner to the rear I...

The small doors on the port side of my 53MY helm station on the flybridge are rotting. I need to replace them and curious if anyone else has done so. What material did you use? Plastic or wood? Where did you get them? The original doors are some type of wood painted with the hull color...

I just installed a new 32 volt Sterling battery charger in the boat. The old charger does not appear to have any fuses at least that I am seeing. None on the engine batteries. Are there fuses somewhere else or should I be installing some? The charger puts out 20 amps at 36 volts my...

The exterior doors on my Hatteras 53 are not sliding good. Has anyone removed them? If so how? I am wondering if they are on rollers basically what do they glide on. Not sure if it is wear, or they just need cleaning of the track? Thanks, Mark

I did search before posting, but didn't find an answer. Does anyone know where to get the master bedroom overhead clear tubular bulbs - two of them 40 Watts each, beauty mirror round bulb 25 Watts each, and Exterior overhead light bulb on Radar Arch lights wattage not listed on bulb. Thanks...

My boat is a 1981 and has 8v71s. When inspecting both engine water intake scoops I noticed that every other metal slit was cut off - removed. At first I thought is was something with my boat, but looked at another 53 and is has the same thing done to the scoops. Does anyone know the...

I am curious if anyone else has gotten water in their boat via the transom flag pole holder. Apparently there is a little hole in the bottom of it and mine is not connected to a drain hose. Wondering if someone has experience with and has fixed this issue. I presume I need to unscrew the...

I need some advice on props. The boat currently has four bladed Dyna Quad-X - 28 X 31 (Diameter & Pitch) Nibral propellers. Their is also a spare set of bronze props under the stateroom bed. I don't know their pitch or diameter yet. What is the difference between Nibral and Bronze? How...

I am looking for one of the large guadrangular side vents on the port side of 53MY 1981 vintage. One of mine is cracked. Thanks, Mark

I am looking for a new tender. What size Whaler came on the boat originally a 9 or 10 ft? Mine is a 1981 Hatteras 53ft. Any recommendations or alternatives? I don't want it hanging over the sides or looking to large proportionately for the boat. Thanks, Mark

My engine room blower hoses are at the ceiling level not low on the floor. I am told this is normal for Diesel engines. Having come from a gas boat I am use to having them low. Curious what others have. Thanks, Mark