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I have used the following Interlux paint for a number of years with great success. It is Interlux VC 17M. It has the consistency of water and is a Teflon paint. It has left no build up after years of use. It is great for fresh water use and mild salt. It has been used by racing sailboat enthusiasts ...

jrwolfe

I have a 1977 28 Moppie with the 260 hp Mercruisers. The props are 17x17 and engines turnup 4200 as advertised.

jrwolfe

New elbows, problem fixed. I appreciate all the input and ideas. Thanks, JW

jrwolfe

Paul, Great idea. I am placing my order for the thermometer tonght. I agree it is important to get the base temps from all the components. Thanks for the idea. JW

jrwolfe

With my problem, I wanted to check the raw water pump on the engine with the hot hoses to be sure it was pumping enough water. I re-plumbed the pump on the engine with the hot hoses to pump to the cool hoses to see if they remained cool which would tell me the pump was good. At the same time I re-pl...

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I have decided to replace both elbows. They have to be the problem. The question now is what to get. The prices for replacements range from the following brands: OSCO--$ 129, Barr-- $ 170, Mercruiser $ 250 & up. All are replacement with the proper parts number. Has anyone had experience with the aft...

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I have people scratching their heads with this problem. I have checked the water flow from pump to trans cooler with a flow meter. also checked the flow from pump through the trans cooler to the heat exchanger with the flow meter and no change. The heat exchanger is clear from visual inspection. I h...

jrwolfe

Thanks for all the responses. I do have the problem of hot spots on top of the hoses and cool bottoms. I thought that was just due to weak water flow. I will go back and check for any blockage and rust restriction. Thanks again.

jrwolfe

I have a B28 with 260 hp Mercruiser inboards with closed cooling system. I had the impellor replace because of a failure with the present one. I have cleared the transmission cooler of broken impellor parts and have checked the heat exchanger for blockage. It was clean. The problem is at low rpm, 10...

jrwolfe

I have to think this cable issue is a minor problem, but if there Is an easy answer I would appreciate it. The Throttle cable on one engine has become stiff after winter storage. Presently the cables are the red and probably have been installed since 1984 and run in fresh water. Is there any way to ...

jrwolfe

The Azek recommends an acrylic paint. Check with their website for better info. I used it for paneling on a B28 with the minimum thickness of 3/8". Worked out great and I have left it unpainted with no problems.

jrwolfe

I have had very little oil consumption. The description of a sheen like the overflow of gas fill is a good description. sounds like I better have a good carb mechanic take a look.

Thanks for all the feedback.

jrwolfe

Thank you for suggesting I quantify the problem. Its about the same as an old 2 stroke outboard. Thanks

jrwolfe

I have a B28 with Mercruiser 260's. They have about 1700 hours on them. Run fine with no problems other than leaving a small oil slick on the water at idle. Both engines have the problem. I have read about Oil Stop Leak. Has anybody had experience with these products. I guess they are designed to he...

jrwolfe

Listed are the height requirements for the various segments of the Canal. Clearances for navigating under bridges are as follows: Erie Canal (Waterford to Three Rivers Junction): 20 feet (6 meters) Erie Canal (Three Rivers Junction to Tonawanda): 15.5 feet (4.75 meters) Oswego Canal: 20 feet (6 mete...

jrwolfe

Thanks all for the help. We got some wedges started at the rear of the tank and with pressure from a lift the tank popped loose. the pictures you posted were a big help. Thanks again

jrwolfe

We are starting the process of removing the tank from a friends B31. we have the deck out, cut the tabs along the sides of the tank, cut the tabs at the rear of the tank. Are there tabs along the front of the tank? If so does that mean the bulk head between the tank and the engines needs to be remov...

jrwolfe

http://www.kiplinger.com/businessresour ... r-gas.html

Check it out for info on the increase of 50% in ethanol in gas.

Contact your Congressman and Senator to have them revoke the 45% tax credit to the ethanol industry. Its a waste of your money.

jrwolfe

Hey Capt. Pat, thanks for the info. I am suremy friend will b\appreciate the help. JW

jrwolfe

Does anybody know the structual differences of the flybridge on a sportfisherman and a FBC. What can be done to compensate for any differences?

jrwolfe

A friend has a FBC and would like to convert to a sportfisherman. He is thinking of opening up the cabin by removing part of the bulkhead and elimnating the head compartment and replacing the dinette with a bench seat. What structual problems will he run into. What should he be looking out for?

jrwolfe

We have not had ethanol at the marinas in Upstate NY as yet, but expect it anytime now. Is ethanol here to stay? I am hearing the possibility of it going away. Has anybody heard recent news? I ahve been planning to change the tank this fall. Maybe better off waiting until next summer if ethanol goes...

jrwolfe

I have a fabricator who has had years of working with stainless steel. He has not made fuel tanks for the marine industry so he is not Coast Guard certified if there is such a thing. What I hope to learn is "What certification if any we have to worry about". With all of the tanks previously replaced...

jrwolfe

I am about to change the fuel tank in my B28. I am confused about Coast Guard certification. Is there such a thing? Does the fabricator need to be certified or does the Coast Guard certify the tank after it has been made? I assume the Coast Guard has specifications for tanks, if so, is it ok to just...

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Awhile ago someone posted a re-due of the cockpit on a B28 with the cockpit panels removed and the sides equipped to store fishing rods. They covered the inside of the hull sides with something. Can't remember what is was. Any ideas what it was or who did it. Can't find it on the search.

jrwolfe

Time has come to replace the tank in my B28. Does anyone have diagram and demensions for a 1977 165 gal. tank? It would be very helpful in sourcing and ordering a tank. thanks, JW

jrwolfe

I saw this on another website and thought it might be of interest. NMMA needs your help today to prevent EPA from increasing the amount of ethanol allowed in gasoline. Please take a moment to read this alert and take action. On March 6, 2009, a new pro-ethanol lobbying organization called Growth Ene...

jrwolfe

The transducer I have is installed in a container of mineral oil. It came from Garmin with everything that was needed as well as the instructions. Be sure to install it away from running gear but far enough toward the stern so that the area of installation remains in contact with water and does not ...

jrwolfe

I have the Garmin with the GSD21 and have used the Garmin supplied transducer that is installed on the inside of the hull on a B28. It shoots thru the hull and performs very well and eliminates having to re drill the hull. From your description of the transducer you have installed, the paddle wheel ...

jrwolfe

Time has come for the fuel tank removal and install of a new tank in my 28' Moppie. Can someone please give me a description of what they experienced in the removal process. What steps did they go thru, how much time, what difficulties? thanks.

jrwolfe

I am planning a December fishing trip to either Tropic Star Lodge, Panama or Crocidle Bay Lodge, Costa Rica. Anyone have any experience with them or recommendations?

jrwolfe

I have a B28 with Merc 260 hp engines that have a closed cooling system. Is there an easy way to flush the cooling system and change to fresh antifreese without having to remove all the drain plugs and dumping the old antifreeze into the bilge? Any ideas would be helpful. Thanks, JW

jrwolfe

As an owner of a B28 Moppie, I am interested in going up to a 31 Moppie. I haven't seen any on the market. I am interested--no fly bridge, no hard top, just canvas. Any body seen one available?

jrwolfe

It was posted on Boaters Ed Forum. www.boatered.com/forum/

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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I saw this on another website and thought it might be of interest. Maybe the idea should come to the mainland. An article from West Hawaii Today. Boaters now have access to ethanol-free gasoline by Jason Armstrong Steph...

jrwolfe

Hynautic has ended up at Teleflex--Sea Star. The web site is seastarsteering.com. They sell Hynautic steering systems and parts.

jrwolfe

I had a Tiara with twin 454 Crusaders. When I bought it used, I had a trail of white smoke coming from the port engine. The temp was normal as was the way it ran. I ended up changing the exhaust risers and that eliminated the smoke ( I think steam). For what its worth .....

jrwolfe

My B28 will be put away for the winter, but I would be happy to join the fun. :D

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