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Does anyone here know if there is a way to find the actual launch date of my Hatteras? As a 1975 Model, she is approaching 50 years old. Just for giggles I would love to know the day her keel first touched water.

I am trying to get interest from Hatteras owners near Cape Canaveral Florida to "raft up" in the Ocean to watch the offshore power boat races called Thunder on Cocoa Beach(not really going to raft up because its the ocean!). The Races are from 10AM - 4PM both Saturday the 18th and Sunday the...

Many Hatteras enthusiasts love details and numbers. A few weeks ago I was involved with a great repower of a 1975 Convertible. Originally launched with DD 12v-71s this highly loved old girl got her 3rd set of engines installed in Ft. Pierce FL. New engines are 13 Liter Scania 800hp engines with...

Can anyone explain to me how the starting circuit is supposed to work on a 1970's Motor Yacht? Or better yet does anyone have a diagram? In 4 years I have not made it a priority, but I feel like it is time. I have always started this boat in the engine room and reviewed all of the systems...

I have secured dockage in Ft. Pierce for the first week of July to enjoy the festivities there on the waterfront. I will be heading out of Merritt Island on Saturday the 30th for the 7 hour cruise down. Let me know if anybody else might join or already be in that neighborhood. Call the city...

I have a call into the "expert", but wanted to see if anyone here might know the answer. My boat is an odd, "rear engine room" boat. There are two main tanks, one forward and one aft. I have the tank lay out schematics, but they do not really point out the pick up and return for the 2...

Hey folks, a few months ago I posted about a group of Hatteras enthusiasts gathering in October in Ft. Pierce Florida for fun. I have had a number of folks sign up and make their arrangements at Ft. Pierce City Docks. I put together a Facebook group that may or may not have been a great way to...

I have posted some on Facebook, but wanted to put it up here as well. A group of Hatteras enthusiasts are going to cruise to Ft. Pierce Florida for Columbus Day weekend Oct 7-10 2022. please let me know via the Space Coast Hatteras Club Facebook page if you would like to attend. Simple but...

I am sure someone on here has played with the below pictured switch. I found this in storage aboard my old girl. Obviously some sort of timed momentary switch for probably a Galley Maid head. how does it work, and how should it be wired?

I have one of these on each corner of my 1975, 64MY. I can attach to shore power at each point, and "switch" my panel to accept which ever one is plugged in. There are 2 "zones" or transformers. My question is, can I plug in one 50A 220 volt power cord, AND a 50A 125 volt power cord at the...

Does anyone know who made this coupler, and how I might find the rubber part that goes between the harmonic balancer, and the hydraulic pump? I have tried Love-Joy, Naiad, McMaster-Carr, Amazon, and Grainger. No one seems to know who made this coupler. Thanks

In my efforts to restore rather than replace, I am looking for any information on the Cetrek Propilot 700 auto pilot system. I found a burn spot on the mother board of the 930-683 power interface. I was lucky enough to stumble on one a used replacement. What I would love to find is an...

A group of enthusiasts near Houston enjoyed a wonderful event at Lakewood Yacht Club. Great food/drink. programs, and comradery. If any one on the Gulf coast would be interested in future events I will post here. Stay tuned, or PM if you want more info...

I stumbled upon these beauties today! I am told they are 8V96's! a custom Detroit built by Jack Bevins of Stuart FL now past. I have read a little bit about them, but the highlight are that a change in the crank shaft, timing, and exhaust push rods drove the HP up to 880, and increased...

I could not find any newer posts on Spray Rails. What do the assembled experts think is the best resource for replacement spray rails? Mine are 15' over all long. any ideas?

Last weekend, with help, I re-named my 64' Hatteras. Attached is my 11 minuet video. There are many to choose from, I chose the one that has the most "Toasts" in it. But Neptune is happy...I hope;) https://youtu.be/g2yBUVHfb8c

I am trying to determine the rough number of 32 volt users still in the world. I am too stubborn to give up on what seems to be an extremely robust system, so I am trying to convince a specialty Battery company of the market size. Would any of you 32 volt using yachtsmen/women please respond...

Permatex thread locker is not new, but they have just released an ORANGE formula holds like red, but removable with hand tools (not heat) like blue. To me this is the perfect balance for the engine room of Diesels.

A buddy of mine is considering buying a boat and living aboard in Charleston Harbor. Are there any nice marinas that allow it?

When I bought Aquamarine, the captain who showed her said the ignition "buttons" at the helm don't work, and it was better to start her in the ER. I did not disagree, and because the shut down worked from the helm I was not too concerned. 6 weeks later (after bottom job) I forgot, went to the...