Recent content by racushman

Sure thing Loren. The owner prior to me had installed the prop, so I didn't go through the process. I did find evidence somewhere in the boat papers that it took two props to get it right... the first one was over-propped. Wish I could be more helpful.

Loren - my experience was very similar to Chris. I had the two blade version. Very solid thrust in forward. Remarkable performance in reverse, very modest prop walk. Seemed to almost defy the laws of physics for a folding prop (just like the article above said). I seem to remember mine was...

The interior finish was me, a yes quite a bit of work. A prior owner had applied a very sloppy coat of polyurethane to the aft bulkheads. I seemed unlikely that I could restore that finish without damaging the teak veneer, so that created the decision point about what to do with the main salon...

Per my post two weeks ago, I decided yesterday to accept a new job that will require me to relocate from Los Angeles to NYC. We'll be taking up residence in Manhattan, and while I could truck my Olson 34 to the east coast I don't think I'll get nearly as much use of it as I have here in...

I decided yesterday to accept a new job that will require me to relocate from Los Angeles to NYC. We'll be taking up residence in Manhattan, and while I could truck my Olson 34 to the east coast I don't think I'll get nearly as much use of it as I have here in California. So I expect to be...

Yeah I had to cut 2" off the crossbar as I recall. That said, the crossbars still don't sit in the molded in slots because the stock on the Fortress is longer than the Danforth it replaced. All said and done it does fit OK in the locker with 300 feet of 1/2" rode and 45' of 1/4" chain.

Loren - I have the FX-11 in the bow locker of my O34. I don't have much experience with it, however my world cruising parents have had very good luck and recommend it. It doesn't fit well in the locker though. Originally it was too wide, and I had to cut an inch or two off whatever you call...

Paul - can you say more about your electric setup, and specifically which Newport motor you are using? I’ve been thinking about doing the same thing. Thanks.

Godspeed Christian! If my math is right, happy 78th birthday while you are enroute.

Thanks for posting, I would have missed it. Commanding lead by the guy in the Hobie 33 given waterline length, and they haven't even come to the downwind part yet. I'm rooting for the Express 37 given it's a second cousin to my boat. Would love to get around to doing this event some day.

Roger that, green not yellow (I think i was associating the color of the jug)

Hmmm... I would have assumed it would be the yellow stuff. Quick query of the group: my M25 should get red (long life) or yellow (regular duty) coolant?

I agree this upgrade is essential, based on the mess I found when I opened mine up. Would be great if we could curate some threads like "M25 Maintenance Essentials"

My initial reaction is don't get overly concerned, it doesn't sound like this engine has exhibited any symptoms of cooling problems, obvious coolant in the oil, or oil in the coolant. If it were my engine I would do the following: Flush as much gunk out as you can with a hose Flush the system...

This is a really good thread. One point I'll add for all those that aspire to be self sufficient in maintaining their engines... do yourself a favor and buy Nigel Calder's Marine Diesel Engines book ($20 on Amazon)... pretty much everything I know I learned from that book.