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1975 48 YachtFish parallel Some on going issues. Replaced one of four batteries and for several months didn’t need parallel switch to start port engine. Yesterday, new mechanic showed up to finish some minor repairs on starboard grab rail and Davit hold down which were loose, bolts not grabbing...

My ac guy is having issues removing the hard start capacitor on my starboard unit which cover the forward and aft staterooms. The unit for the salon operates well. Trying to find parts for the unit that is giving me issues. 75’ 48’9 yacht fish. Anyone have a parts manual, or suggest who has...

Let’s say you happened to unintentionally drive your ship through a crude oil slick? Let’s say there is crude on your anchor and chain and anchor compartment. Let’s say there is crude on your bumpers. Let’s say there is crude on the sides of your boat. Let’s say there is evidence of crude in...

I have two gens. No inverter. If both gens are on, and I start the engines, they drop off line leaving me no 110 until I restart them. Not a huge issue, but if I’m out bottom fishing, drifting with engines off, the moment I hit the start button I love my 110 as gen shuts down. Any idea why this...

Anyone know where I can purchase a few of these with fittings? Is it common for people to remove the ones between the decks? Thanks!

Does anyone know the manufacturer of this crane? I’d like to get the weight limit and specs. Thanks.

1975 48’Yachtfish fuel selector diagram Most of the labels on my fuel selector valves are gone or illegible. Does anyone have a photo where you can see the labels on these valves? Thanks!

Is this a fairly easy job to tackle?I know, probably a loaded question. Thanks for watching and suggestions. https://youtube.com/shorts/FjXRX5fVgRg?feature=shareOh and yes the Cb trips a second after pushing in the pump knob near the shower under the sink.

Generator won’t start Onan Geni. Hit start switch for 20 seconds, it does a split second crank then nothing. Pulled starter. Jumped with cables, it works fine. Rotated engine with wrench, it rotates. Put back together, same issue. Took boat out for 2 hrs, got back to doc, started like nothing...

Thanks for entertaining some questions re my 75’ 48’ yachtfish. Trying to update and take care of my short list. Recent updates:2 new port/starboard fuel tank senders after chasing down what was thought to be main tank leak. Thankfully now the gauges work plus the leak into stern bilge is gone...

75’ 48' YF center tank leak? My 48 YF had diesel in the bilge, lot of it. Besides researching this on the forum, these steps have been accomplished so far. Drain residual fuel in bilge. Drain center tank. After completely dry bilge: Ran aft gen. Ran fwd gen Ran Port engine Ran Starboard engine...

I have 8-71's.One indie mechanic once warned me of excessive idiling.Is this an old wive's tail or is there something to it?At ORD they leave tugs idiling all night long during the winter.Did a search, didn't see this topic.Thanks!

Even though I own a Hatteras, my dad owns a 42 Carver on the Chesapeake. Twin Cats, low hours.Am I allowed to post details?Thanks,Mitch

My mechanic is recommending Delo 400 40 weight oil for my So Calif based boat.Temps being moderate, rarely 40's mostly 60F, what would the harm be in mixing 15/40 after only using 40 weight?I know on Aircraft we typically used straight weight oils but in more recent time, the advantage to multi...

It rained a bit last week, and one of my lav portholes, with a few broken hold downs leaked a bit. Are there any imaginative way to fix these, maybe with a large fender washer? Thanks.

My port engine drive oil pressure was down. (DD 8V-71 Allison Direct Drive)Checked the level and it was on ADD.Oil looked normal at that point.Added about a quart and brought it up to full.After running engine at idle, rechecked oil and now it seems milky and bubbly.What had me looking in the...

Hi all.Glad to see such an active community and forum.I'm a new owner of a 1975 48’YachtFish.Purchased the manual, but not the engine manual yet.Seller was the only one showing me starting procedures.His method, after being on shore power (batteries kept up to snuff with onboard charger), hold...