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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2016 22:45:09 GMT
Peter's camera is obviously broken.....
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2016 6:03:47 GMT
The 4900 is an old pedestal mounted pump, it runs in plain bronze, the seal is only a graphite impregnated ring behind the gland nut. Thornycroft used loads of em. Glad you got it sorted though. Steering may be a drum and cable, if so you can tension them up. If it's a Morse/Teleflex cable it will get expensive to replace cable and helm if it's worn. Check the pivot on the rudder stock, also check for play in the rudder shaft through the stuffing gland.. I take it its coolant or raw water it's leaking? I have no idea what the number of the pump was just grateful it was an easy fix cant find it on the site! The steering looks like teleflex if I am honest But Ken the neighbor thinks its a mix of both!! I dont know as I can see the cable so I will give it a good coat of looking at tomorrow. The water leak is coolant its from the side of the engine I cant see, because the knobs that built it put the bulkhead there total crap! jigsaw and angle grinder job tomorrow to sort that then put hinges on it. They dont even have an air filter on them because there is no room total poo design Re the coolant leak. You probably know tgee are at least 3 punos for that engine, identifiable by the impeller size and number of bolts securing the pulley. Check the heat exchanger for leaks too, the do corrode,. As for its position, it's genius fitting it in a box out the way, it means a nice clear floor with no engine and box taking up space on the centreline of the boat. Max use of space. Remember, hirers wouldn't have been interested in the engine installation, and the yard lads would just have to have goy on with it Shows the faith they had in the mighty BMC that no real access was needed to fiddle with it - fit And forget Like you I don't like an engine with no intake filtration, bit again, in won't have concerned alphacraft, like old working boats broads hire boats had a lifespan and after that it didn't matter much to the original owners what trials and tribulations subsequent owners faced.
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Post by JohnV on Dec 2, 2016 7:22:59 GMT
I have no idea what the number of the pump was just grateful it was an easy fix cant find it on the site! The steering looks like teleflex if I am honest But Ken the neighbor thinks its a mix of both!! I dont know as I can see the cable so I will give it a good coat of looking at tomorrow. The water leak is coolant its from the side of the engine I cant see, because the knobs that built it put the bulkhead there total crap! jigsaw and angle grinder job tomorrow to sort that then put hinges on it. They dont even have an air filter on them because there is no room total poo design Re the coolant leak. You probably know tgee are at least 3 punos for that engine, identifiable by the impeller size and number of bolts securing the pulley.
Morning Gazza Cold fingers this morning ?
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Post by phil70 on Dec 2, 2016 8:09:46 GMT
My Broads cruiser, a Caribbean had steering via 1"dia steel tube and various universal joints. This made for very solid, positive feel and was never gonna break. Phil
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2016 8:26:15 GMT
Re the coolant leak. You probably know tgee are at least 3 punos for that engine, identifiable by the impeller size and number of bolts securing the pulley.
Morning Gazza Cold fingers this morning ? bleary eyed sat on the throne
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Post by kris on Dec 2, 2016 8:29:23 GMT
A little bit too much information
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2016 8:49:56 GMT
BTW, Good morning John, my manors along with my ability to drive a phone and proof read seem to have left me this morning!
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Post by peterboat on Dec 2, 2016 10:04:48 GMT
Peter's camera is obviously broken..... I will post pictures when its cleaned up this is the internet pictures now could put people off you never know. The saying is you only get one chance to make a first impression
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Post by bargemast on Dec 2, 2016 10:10:27 GMT
Peter's camera is obviously broken..... I will post pictures when its cleaned up this is the internet pictures now could put people off you never know. The saying is you only get one chance to make a first impression You are absolutely right, so my advise (that you can do without) is, make the best of it.
I'm looking forward to seeing some photos of this beauty, but I won't be a potential client.
Peter
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Post by kris on Dec 2, 2016 11:45:34 GMT
Peter's camera is obviously broken..... I will post pictures when its cleaned up this is the internet pictures now could put people off you never know. The saying is you only get one chance to make a first impression completely agree, your wise to wait to post pictures until it's looking its best. They could then act as an advert.
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Post by faffer on Dec 2, 2016 14:29:25 GMT
Peter's camera is obviously broken..... I will post pictures when its cleaned up this is the internet pictures now could put people off you never know. The saying is you only get one chance to make a first impression Now i see the other way, good to show what you have done to it, this will get a better maybe quicker sale. MMmmm maybe you are hiding something
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Post by bargemast on Dec 2, 2016 15:25:42 GMT
Faffer, I may be wrong, but I have the impression that you are doing all the hard-and good work you're doing more to end up with a nice boat that you're going to use yourself, and I enjoy seeing the photos of your progress, that shows that if you have the courage and plenty of spare elbow grease you can do miracles.
Peter bought a boat that has been neglected, and only needs a few bag full's of TLC, after which he wants to sell her a.s.a.p.
So in his case I think really that it's a better idea to only show the photos after he's done the work, and to make people want to buy her straight after having seen her photos.
I do wish you both good luck with your projects.
Peter.
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Post by peterboat on Dec 2, 2016 16:57:55 GMT
Faffer, I may be wrong, but I have the impression that you are doing all the hard-and good work you're doing more to end up with a nice boat that you're going to use yourself, and I enjoy seeing the photos of your progress, that shows that if you have the courage and plenty of spare elbow grease you can do miracles. Peter bought a boat that has been neglected, and only needs a few bag full's of TLC, after which he wants to sell her a.s.a.p. So in his case I think really that it's a better idea to only show the photos after he's done the work, and to make people want to buy her straight after having seen her photos. I do wish you both good luck with your projects. Peter. Yes Peter you have hit the nail on the head! The previous owner paid a lot of money for this boat and never used it in 4 years he filled it full of junk and used it to fish off. So I have to sort through it and repair whats needed and make sure that it will fit for sale but without just throwing money at the problem. Also the money I spend has to be well spent which is why I fitted Trojans on it, better battery longer lasting helps the sale. The engine was rebuilt and has only done a few hours since but I will service it and fit an air filter which the boat maker thought wasnt needed. Steering very poor so needs sorting gearbox wants oil change. I will fit new carpets and lino plus may change some tiles as they are gophing to say the least! All the time the boat is empty I have a dehumidifier running to help dry the boat out, when I am in it I open all the windows, doors and roof to air it. When its done it will have a new BSS and should be fit for many more years of good service, but in the meantime I dont want prospective buyers to see it as it is which is a very untidy, dirty, unloved boat
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Post by faffer on Dec 2, 2016 17:29:28 GMT
Faffer, I may be wrong, but I have the impression that you are doing all the hard-and good work you're doing more to end up with a nice boat that you're going to use yourself, and I enjoy seeing the photos of your progress, that shows that if you have the courage and plenty of spare elbow grease you can do miracles. Peter bought a boat that has been neglected, and only needs a few bag full's of TLC, after which he wants to sell her a.s.a.p. So in his case I think really that it's a better idea to only show the photos after he's done the work, and to make people want to buy her straight after having seen her photos. I do wish you both good luck with your projects. Peter. I thought it needed more work than a fettle. in that case i understand if it is a bit of a clean up etc and jobs here and there. I am doing what i am to mine as i am doolally lol. Either way Peter, i need to see it so come get the elbow grease out
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Post by Saltysplash on Dec 3, 2016 0:34:43 GMT
As the old saying goes.....Pics, or it didnt happen......looking forward to the finished article
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