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    Ignition Switch

    Sounds Like..... Sounds like the 1st Position is Ignition and 2nd should be Start, which should spring back to Ignition. You have the Starter and Ignition on 1st Position. Wire Starter to 2nd Position only contact :nerd:
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    LED dome lights

    Demassiado Where are my Pro $5 LED Replacement Bulbs for my PERFECTLY GOOD Cabin Domelights? I not going to replace the fixtures...I am not going to PAY $10...$20....$30....$40 for a common Bayonet Replacement Bulb :cool: Do we need to have an LED Light Revolution or Something ?
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    30A/125V cable

    HD Wire 3-10 J Extension Cord from HD is NOT Marine Grade...sorry....rip it out and put in REAL Tinned Ancor Wire from a Marine Supplier. The J Cord will be CORRODED in a couple years which causes RESISTANCE which causes HEAT which CAUSES FIRES :cool: Beware what you put in your Boat from HD...
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    Rub rail painting - results?

    Paint vs Protection Painting Vinyl (PVC) rub rails is Crazy :cool:. The paint will eventually crack and peel off.......DUH ! Sanding / Cleaning and UV Protecturant is the way to go. Check out http://www.303products.com/ for some great products I use on my Rub Rails and PVC Inflatable
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    e 35 2 standing rigging specs

    Resources Center AHOY ! Here is the Rigging Info from our Resources Files. Looks like you need to verify your Mast Length and Start Over :esad:
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    Fresh Water Puzzle

    Check the Accumulator Accumulators are Tanks with an internal bladder. The bladder needs to be pressurized to the ON pressure setting on your Pump (20-30 psi). The bladders eventually leak and the Accumulator will need to be replaced. The function of the Accumulator is to provide a pressure...
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    Noise Reduction Advise

    Commercial Boat Suppliers http://www.soundown.com/ is a good source for Sound Insulation info. The Sound Insulation is commonly available at Commercial Boat Suppliers (Fishermen...not WM). I used the 1" Sandwich Foam/Lead Vinyl with Mylar Face attached with screws and fender washers. DO NOT...
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    New unwelcome vibration after transmission replacement

    Process of Elimination Vibration out of Gear Points to Engine Mounts. Do you have a Flexible Coupling ? Sorry..25 year old motor mounts should ALWAYS be replaced. A lot of this is Trial and Error / Process of Elimination... just like when the Doctor removes something and says "Well that...
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    E-35 II (& other E boats) Refridgeration

    Dometic-Adler Barbour-Waeco Boogie Here is the Dometic Site. Parts are available thru their Dealers http://www.dometic.com/enus/Americas/USA/Marine/Refrigerators/ Good Luck !
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    E-35 II (& other E boats) Refridgeration

    Refrigeration Parts Check out www.rparts.com for Adler Barbour Parts. The Dealers prices are ridiculous !
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    Rebedding Leaking Grabrails

    West Systems Manual Hop on down to your Local Fiberglass Supplier and get a Copy of the West Systems Manual. Most every Option is in there. The core is Balsa and you will need to DIG / DRILL until you can outline the Damage. Good Luck !
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    Cheap LED replacement for existing cabin fixtures

    Fry Point Whats the Fry Point ? I am Charging at 14.4 Volts on Bulk Charge. Thanks for the WARNING on the LED Voltage thing !
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    replace gas with diesel

    Cost of the Parts When I looked at ReBuilding the old M4-30 Diesel the Parts alone was $4K. The Total Price from the Shop was $6K. Purchased the NEW Beta 902 Engine and Tranny for $8K ;)
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    replace gas with diesel

    The Atomic 4 Boogie I love this never ending Story....... Here are some things to consider when it's time for RePower....:cool: Sailor-Mechanic-Handyman-Computer Geek...be honest with yourself ! 1. Can you ReBuild an Atomic 4 on your own ? That makes it realistic. 2. The Ericsons under 30'...
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    replace gas with diesel

    Engine Replacement Jig / Fiberglass Stringers Here are some pics of an Engine Stringer Jig that simulates where your Engine Mounts will be for New Stringer fabrication. The plywood base is your Engine Mount template. The Engine Stringer Jig mounts to the Prop Shaft. REMEMBER to position your...
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