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How to control your engine′s temperature by changing the ratio of water to anti-freeze solution.
[SetSail]
What to look for when inspecting and testing your freshwater, sewage, and engine plumbing, including through-hulls, valves, hoses and tanks.
[SailNet, 10 November 2001]
A Prout Escale 39 owner′s well illustrated account of how he fixed various parts of an engine subjected to water immersion.
[Constantin von Wentzel, Harpswell, ME, USA]
How to use compressed air to clear the raw water inlet and outlet areas of mud, dead fish, weeds, and barnacle and coral polyps. Also includes tips for keeping these areas free of debris.
[Yandina Ltd., Beaufort, SC, USA]
A discussion board and photo gallery for cruising sailors and wannabes focused on selection, operation and maintenance of yacht engines, drive trains, and related systems.
[Cruisers Forum, Buskerud, Norway]
Air bubbles in pump hoses can cause pumps to lose prime. The authors recommend a gadget that will release trapped air but not water. Link to the manufacturer′s site.
[Yandina Ltd., Beaufort, SC, USA]
This ABYC standard are a guide for the design, installation, and selection of materials for exhaust systems for marine engines.
[American Boat & Yacht Council, Edgewater, MD, USA]
When and how to check your water pump impeller and change it regularly.
[Foley Marine & Industrial Engines, Inc., Worcester, MA, USA]
Acidic blends of nonhazardous, biodegradable, organic compounds that rapidly and safely removes calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and seashell encrustations.
[Intek Marine Technology, LLC, Fairfax, VA, USA]
Range of water temperature, oil pressure, engine hours, and exhaust temperature instruments and alarms.
[CruzPro Ltd., Auckland, New Zealand]
Cast iron, of course, corrodes, and is a lousy material to make risers with. Problem is, there isn′t anything better.
David Pascoe
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