Sounds like the design of a Simmons Sea Skiff
Consider making the frame as you described, but then use a fabric (Sunbrella) cover. You can get the curves you want by using supports with the...
I didn't know that the fuel rate was adjustable. The rate of consumption seems to be normal to me - it is about 2/3 of a gal per hour. I will...
The flow does not split, but it does go through the heat exchanger, the oil cooler and the transmission cooler. I will make up the caustic soda...
Charlie There was far more than a 10% difference between the temperature with coolant and the temperature with water only. First of all I was...
That's an interesting idea that may have merit too. What basic compound would you suggest. Would something like baking soda be enough or...
Someone else mentioned the same thing. I won't be able to get a replacement in the Bahamas, but when I get back I plan to remove the hose and...
Thanks Ken, I had the end cap off early in the trouble shooting process to be sure it was seated correctly, but that was before all the flushing....
The engine had been idle for about two months. I will replace the impeller when I get back to the Bahamas. The exhaust water did seem to be a...
Yes. The new raw water pump is an exact match for the old one. It came without a pulley and I moved the pulley from old to new. I have not...
Thanks for the reply. The raw water pump was new 2 years ago with little use since then. When I removed the plate to inspect the impeller, I...
My westerbeake 30 (4 cylendar) engine has been running a little too hot for some time. The boat is not used very often. Recently I decided to...
Used sails in servicable condition are readily available from a variety of sources. One of the best is Bacon and Associates in Annapolis. Here...
By making your tow rig rigidly fixed to the stern of your houseboat, you will certainly reduce the manuverability of your houseboat. Of course...