Recent content by Robid

This works for any temperature confirmation. Get some J or K thermocouple wire. Get the conversion table for the specific wire. Measure the milli volts. I have used this on many mechanical troubleshooting issues. If you change the sensing thermocouple position either by direct contact or in...

These transmissions use ATF only because they utilize a Wet Clutch system which has multiple disks and plates with fluid as the transfer medium. They wear out but are more hardy than a dry clutch. The oil is dependent on the viscosity remaining the same which degrades with every engagement...

Hello Christian; Very sorry for you and your wife. Six years ago my property was lost to the Camp Fire and I am finally emerging from that obsession. One of the best things I did while I was evacuated was create detailed list of personal property that included age, replacement cost, like-kind...

Hello Mark, sorry for the late reply. I got my recalled hip redone after 14 years in November...lucky that they only changed the metal on metal ball with the 2009 recall kit. So I have been attacking safe projects lately. Been having country song making issues lately; Adopted Mexican puppy...

I recently had my hip redone and told the doctor my biggest concern "Are you a Milwaukee guy or DeWalt?" I am a walking Milwaukee poster boy. My wife has all my old Bosch stuff. We are also an Android / iPhone household...as Sgt. Schultz would say "I know Nothing!". The worst thing to happen...

I don't think your price is too out of line. I am at a crossroads whether to overhaul my system as it was disconnected. The NAVTEC rig shop I go to offered me a rebuilt backstay ram for $400. Hoses he stated would run $1000. When talking overhaul of the pump...just look at the parts prices...

"What is a sulfated battery? Batteries generate lead sulfate during discharge. Battery sulfation occurs when lead sulfate present on the battery plates after discharge is not converted back to usable lead during charging service." While charging is usually controlled to avoid overheating...not...

Hello Carlton; Thanks for the reply. Just a few days ago I made contact with the engineer who shared the first personal computer I ever saw. .1979. I hadn't spoken to him in 45 years. Hard drive was a tape deck. There is a documentary of Ron Holland where he describes converting software...

Can you tell me what portholes you installed? Have you ever done anything to rod rigging? Like the cabin table, original?

I am having new sails made. The old number is 3610 and this is 36RH Hull #1. I am wondering what others are flying and can I use 3601 or is that competing with 36C Hull #1. In addition is there a standard color for the Ericson emblem? I am also looking for pictures of the cockpit seat that...

Diaphragm pumps are considered positive displacement pumps. They are the preferred pumps for stripping tanks, bilges, etc because they develop suction on the strainer side regardless if the suction has water in it or not as long as that suction is maintained. Wilden Double Diaphram pumps are...

Perfect timing finding this. I am headed down to tackle more of my nasty head issues. I particulary like your double check valve as this provides the required barrier between potable water system and flushing fw system. The valve before allows isolation too. I even like your access port for...

I would make the demarkation line between project and otherwise as functionality. Good bones as Loren mentions is paramount. If however you can use the boat and continue with projects than you cross that line. Sure my overhead sags a bit, my sails are tired, I have antiquated equipment...as...

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As an ex surveyor you should first look at the SAMS site (Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors) or NAMS. There is a mail order surveyors called AMS or something and they have some real wingnuts. NAMS is a stiff upper lip membership. SAMS has accredited surveyors and rookies called SA. I...