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My 1972 E35-2 interior wood is in need of retreating. Does anyone know if the factory- Varnished? Teak oiled? Or something else? If oiled, you can’t varnish on top of that. If varnished you can’t oil on top of that. And I honestly can’t tell looking at it. Years ago with a E25 cabin hatch I...

Hello, I want to buy a boat from the broker. He doesn't know the boat history. It has oily bilge and the boat is docked from Oct 2019 without electricity in the Seattle area. What worse can cause the oil leak? Is it a bad idea to buy this surprise? How properly I should pump the oily bilge...

It was time for a yearly maintenance on my Yamaha T8, but this year I decided to take it to a dealer to let the "pros" do it. They quoted me $200 for a yearly service and only $50 more for a new impeller. When I picked it up the bill was $650 with no immediate explanation and no call to...

…is looking pretty sad. What's the quickest, easiest way to deal with it so that I don't have more problems later? Sand off the varnish then sand it smooth and apply tung oil? Is it safe to assume it's teak? I don't much care how it looks. It just has to function and not deteriorate...

Over the past several weeks I have noticed a very strange oil leak. It appears as very fine specks of oil on the fiberglass engine pan and bulkhead area on the right side of (left as your are facing) the engine. Here is a before picture of the area clean and an after picture of the area with the...

I didn't like the idiot light set-up on the Universal 5416 when I became the new owner of a 30+ so I took out the sender and fitted in a proper adapter and oil pressure transmitter. To my shock, after fitting up the transmitter, the oil pressure reads about 1 lb or at most 2 lbs, even at high...

Just wanting to install a quick drain hose on my 5432 (m-40) Universal. After 5 calls to Kubota/universal dealers including Torrenson, nobody seems to have a clue what the size/thread pitch is for the drain plug. And yes I know I can take out the plug and check the size but Id rather have the...

Hi, During this past season 2010 I notice a black film on the stern of the boat. The engine does not smoke. Would getting the injectors cleaned help? Is it a big job to remove them in the winter? Or can an additive be added to the...

Our boat "Vesper", an Ericson 32-III, has been "winterized" and part of that was changing the oil in our M25XP engine. Now I've done this many times but overtime I do it I guess I marvel at the stupidity of the placement of the "banjo" type fitting on the oil pan. It's located at the forward...

Hi All, Had another very frustrating oil change yesterday. My engine is a Universal M35A. I've been changing the oil using one of those manual (pump) oil extractors. They have these long stiff straws which go down the dipstick hole to remove the oil. These "straws" are very long and come...

Last night I checked the oil (ATF) level in the Hurth transmission on our Universal M25XP. You would think that after all these years I would "get used" to barked knuckles... Not so. Loosen the two hose clamps that hold the heat exchanger. Then, remove the two bolts that hold the H.E. bracket to...

I have a YSM8 engine that appears to be leaking oil. It seems to leak only when running but I haven't completely ruled out a slow constant leak. The bottom of the engine sat in fresh (rain) water for an unknown but probably long period of time leading me to believe that one or more gaskets could...

about a pint of engine oil in pan yesterday... Checked oil and it was a little over full. Looked at log and yes one of my Sea Scouts added a Qt last week. could not find drips or leaks until started and then our mechanic says from the oil switch. On line I found a note about the relief valve...

We are planning a two week sailing trip on our E30+ to an area with less services, so I'm doing lots of prep work and some risk management to ensure the trip goes as well as possible. I normally don't carry our oil pump on board, as it's a bit bulky and potentially a bit messy if it tips on...

I came across this suggestion in the Dashew blog that I though might be of interest to most Ericsonians. http://setsail.com/changing-horizontal-oil-filters/ They point out what a mess it is to change a horizontal oil filter - something all of us Universal engine owners would certainly...

This was definitely a boring day. I just figured out that Kubota ie Universal Diesels use British Standard Pipe Threads (BSPS) which are very close to our NPT threads - but mostly different. Their Oil Pressure Sender "looks" like an 1/8 -27 NPT but is actually a 1/8 - 28 BSPT. Close! You can...

Hello all, My E-27 with an Atomic4 has the original gauges. In attempting to get them operational again I see that I'm missing the oil pressure sender. where can I get this part?

I was motoring along the other day, with my Universal 25XP, humming along at around 2,200 RPM when the oil alarm buzzer went off along with the light coming on. I immediately shut the engine down. First I looked in the bilge under the engine to see if any oil was present and there was none...

The Perkins in Senta II has neither an oil pressure or overheat buzzer/alarm. I want to add those alarms and wonder if I should go generic or look for Perkins parts. Part of my question is "how standard are such items" ? Thanks. -Sven

The red lens and the retaining nut on the oil pressure light/buzzer on my engine control panel snapped off Sunday. (24 years of corrosion I guess...) The light bulb and the buzzer still work but I am afraid now that salt water can easily get inside the fixture and wanted to replace it. Guess...

Hello group, I have a 1987 E-35 MK-3 with a Universal model 25XP engine. While running the engine yesterday, the oil pressure gauge was at 30, but after dropping to idel about one hour into our journey, the oil pressure alarm suddenly came on, and the gauge read 10. We boosted the throttle...

It isn't as bad as it sounds, but I want to take care of it so our bilge is as clean as Glyn claims Martin's is. Our current marina and yard (Driscoll) is great so we want to give them our business rather than going outside. Because of that we went with their (sublease) diesel mechanic...

I've got the Universal M25XP engine in my 1988 E-32-200 and find it very difficult to determine what the true oil level is. I check the oil level every day I leave the dock. When I first check it after the boat has been sitting all week there is next to nothing on the dipstick. If I clean the...

I have a Universal M 25 XP engine. I started the boat this weekend to find that the alarm buzzer for the oil pressure is not working. Changed out the buzzer but still nothing, so I'm suspecting the oil pressure sending unit. Looked around but couldn't find it. I suspect it's hidden...

What is the process for changing the oil on a Universal M18? There appears to be a hose attached to the sump. Is it just a matter of attaching a vacuum pump of some sort to that hose? What about changing transmission fluid?

Has anyone changed out that obnoxious sounding low oil pressure buzzer with one that doesn't cause brain damage. Even listening to this the 30 seconds or so to glow before starting cold makes me want to drink profuse quantities of rum.

Interior Teak from oil to varnish Well, the interior refinishing project has begun. We have been experimenting with different techniques to remove the lemon oil and lighten the teak. To clean the wood, we used Captain John's Boat Bright teak cleaner(from WM). This removed a lot of dirt...

OK, I'm one of the SF oil spill casualties, not a major thing for Sea Quest, and we'll have her cleaned ASAP. The question is though, since her bottom had been painted a few days before launch (Trinidad SR) and the launch occurred exactly one day before the accident, and I'm told that she'll...

Anyone have any inside info on who is at fault for this? I have read several articles and none have said what company is to blame. All I have heard is a tanker rammed into a tower on Bay Bridge, how the hell did that happen? Having lived in the bay area I am very concerned as must all of you...

Continuing adventures of Nakesa - we have a small oil leak: the relief hose from the crankcase is dripping oil at about 1 drip per second / engine temp is > 185 degrees when we are running over 2,000 rpm's; under 2,000, the temp is 180 & oil is less than 1 drip per minute. Oil level on the...

I'm sure this has been addressed before but I could not find the exact answer. The M25 in out E32 is installed at a 13 degree down angle. When changing oil I can only get a little over 3 quarts out thru the oil pan drain plug suction hose. The rated capacity is 4 quarts. I am thinking there...

Help, any advice on following much appreciated. I had a mechanic spend a significant amount of time (and money, $4,500) servicing my diesel engine about 1 1/2 months ago to get it ready for the season and wasn't expecting to have any problems with it:mad: Today went to check on my boat, 28'+...

Does anyone know the oil capacity for the Universal 5432? I can't seem to find this info anywhere. That would be with a filter change also. Thanks, Don

Hi Everyone, Just wondering how many people have one of the large brass oil cabin lanterns on their boats. I'm looking at getting one & just wondering if anyone has any brands they would recommend. Another friend has a dutch one (I think it's DRG) which he likes. Some have a large tubular...

It is time to change the oil and filter on our 1984 Universal M25 #5421. What viscosity would you suggest? I sail through the year including the Winter in North Idaho. Yep, freezing temps and snow. I am partial to using OE filters but, the cost is about $14.00 for the Universal filter...

This is a 1979 Atomic Four in my Ericson 27 "Luffin It". I've got 18 hours on my completly overhauled engine. I added fresh water cooling, PCV value, Oil filter system all from Indigo Electronics. Everything else was from MMI including the Overhaul book. When I start the engine the oil pressure...

Water Heated By 110 Ac, And Engine Oil I own an Ericson 28+ built in 1984. she has a universal atomic diesel engine, two cylinder, 11 or 12 hores power. The cooling system is raw water. I think normaly when one heats water " the hot water heater" with the engine, it's done with an...

Has anyone converted their idiot oil pressure light to a conventional gage? :confused: It's clearly comforting to see the actual pressures, like a car, if the light comes on, perhaps it's too late to prevent some degree of damage. Thanks, Steve Universal 5424 or M30 hard to tell...

Heres a quick and hopefully easy question for you guys. How in the world do you change the oil on the Atomic 4 that was put in the ericson 27 (diagrams would be helpfull). Thanks.

I get some oil on the front of the engine around the air intake on the engine and was wondering if anyone had any ideas. I just adjusted the valves and am going to look at the crankcase breather in the valve cover to see if it is clogged. I noticed in some shots on this site that some peole have...

Hello All, Day before yesterday upon checking the bilge in my '83 E38 I found a very small amount, maybe an ounce or two of light honey colored oil sitting on top of the water in the aftmost bilge well. Seemed heavier than diesel fuel, not black like engine oil would be and not red like the...

Hello All, Yesterday I rowed out to the E38 with my little crappy fiberglass tub as the Achilles is in for repair. Loaded to the gunwhales with oil, tools and a borrowed electric oil changing bucket sucker thingy. Warmed up the engine, removed all the access panels and inserted the suction...

I use synthetic oil in my trucks and motorcycles. Has anyone run across any info re using it in an A4?

Is there no oil filter on the older (1973 vintage) A-4's? The manual I have says to just change the oil, drain and fill with 30W oil. I noticed Art Mullinax posted this same question last year and I didn't see a response. I found two drain plugs but no internal/external filter? No filter does...

1974 35 II # 325 hi all i need a little help. my oil pressure sending unit went bad. i brought the bad unit with me to napa for a replacement. there weren't any identification markings on the old unit. the replacement unit i purchased (stwart warner)isn't the correct unit. the oil pressure...

I would like to add an alarm circuit to the temperature and oil pressure guages/sensors on my Yanmar 2QM20. Cole-Heresee manufactures an alarm with transducers (sensors) but I would require two sets of oil pressure transducers and two sets of temperature transducers. I have no idea how I would...

Now that I have learned that my engine was done in by ancient sea water in the crankcase....the SeaDogs in the harbor asked me if I had my oil tested during the survey :confused: What is an oil test ? Where do you get it done ? What results are you looking for ? And.....shouldn't this be...

I spent a few minutes hovering over my 11 HP Universal (Kubota) engine in my 1981 E28+ last weekend trying to find the transmission oil dipstick... While this should be a no-brainer, I was unable to locate it. Anyone have a similar engine who could tell me where it is? Thanks!

Initial question from me: I change my transmission fluid every year (Hurth HBW50 tranny, I think, on an M25XP), and in between I put around 20 hours of motoring in. Alignment is reasonably good, and I have a flex coupling. No strange gear noises or slippage and shifting is very easy...

Hi All, I have a question about my oil level on the dipstick of my M35A diesel. After changing the oil with one of those suction pumps, I refilled the engine & checked the dipstick. I know you can't always get all of the oil out with these suction devices so it's hard to estimate how much...

Remote Oil Filter Mount includes everything pictured plus a nifty cardboard box. The hoses leak at bit at the clamps. I've changed the oil on the Project with and without the remote. I prefer to put stray waste oil under the engine rather than under the galley sink. $25.00 The Boatenna (for...

Doesn't anyone know how it's suppose to be wired? I've got one side connected to the Electric fuel pump and the other side connected to the positive side of the coil. My question is, is there a third wire connected to the coil side running to the starter soleniod? I've got a brown wire running...

has anybody upgraded there gauges and kept there old ones? need oil pressure gauge for 74 35 II thanks greg

hi all 74 35-II being a new boat owner and not having the manual i will have a lot of questions. how much and what weight oil is used in the a-4 thanks greg

After eight weeks and five days I have finally heard from my insurance company, and can start my rebuild. First, clean up. Does anyone know a good compound for removing the engine oil which is everywhere after the flooding - on the mahogony, cabin sole, fibreglass hull etc? Gareth Freyja...

I have just add wood grate floor... There are made of Mahogany (teak was just to much money) But i am unsure what to so next.. I want them to be nonslip but also need them to last... What do you think? TO VARNISH OR TO OIL Thanks Tom and Sarah E27 Basackwards

Maybe I'm showing my age but I'm tempted to have the teak grab rails and companion way trim stripped of its varnish and just oiled. The varnish is flaking off on its own so removing it should be fairly simple. Can anyone think of a reason _not_ to go that way ? For example, will the teak oil...

I have a 1977 E27 with an Atomic 4. I would like some tips on draining the oil. It appears that there are 3 options. 1) Pump out through the very small dip stick hole - problem is it would be a very small tube and be very time consuming. 2) Drain out from the lower front left drain hole -...

Well, it's almost sailing season #2 since I bought my 1973 Ericson 25, and I need to go ahead and bite the bullet on all my exterior teak. Here is my problem, and would welcome any advice. 1. This is a freshwater boat only. 2. All the wood has been previously varnished, but the varnish...

The oil level dip stick in my recently purchased boat (E-29) has a mark for "low" but nothing to indicate "full". I realize that the oil level will vary depending on the angle that the engine is installed at, but has anyone come up with a simple solution to this?

The dipstick on my E28 (Universal M12 diesel) is difficult to read - looks like it tangled with a grinding wheel and lost. The bottom tip of the otherwise circular stick has a very short flattening, and about midway (the stick is only about 8" long) there is another unfinished flattening about...

I noticed that the user manual for the Universal M40 in my 1984 E-38 calls for 10W40 motor oil. However, I noticed a half full bottle of 15W40 left over from the spring commissioning my marina did so I'm guessing that's what they used. Should I worry? If I need to add more should I go with...