Wow, that is some tough luck there, I have seen worse but am trying to erase it from my memory!
So the Army has different criteria, really just a set power for a limited amount of time, then rebuild and start all over. EPA emissions get...
Briefly, the military market was not the main reason for the introduction of the Series 92, it was the most cost effective way to go up the hp...
I like the idea of a back-up sea water pump. Do you tee it off the same raw water pick-up if you do not have a sea chest system? Do you alternate...
One comment I have to make is that determining the waterline for any vessel, new build or retrofit, is indeed an exact science. Having done...
I meant the El Jefe, ex Lady Frances, sorry for the confusion.
Just noticed they lengthened it from the original 105' to 115', that may have resolved the waterfall issue on the original S&S design.
Good to hear Lady Frances is alive and doing well all these years. Did they every tame that 'waterfall' issue? More from my curiosity as I...
Construction weight gain I understand, it just does not seem to measure up to the bottom paint/waterline as seen in the picture. Heavier than...
You have a host of reputable boatyards in your NB to contact and at the minimum, get a recommendation for Cummins service. Basin Marine and...
Not sure what they mean by "As the build continued additional heavy weight equipment and oversized construction was added the high speeds were not...
There are some JD Powers ratings out there for boat builders, but that won't give you guaranteed reliability, as they don't measure down...
Thanks for the read, although I have to say the Marlow article covered the topic in a very difficult to follow manner, traversing territory all...
There are modern twin skeg designs that do work, but they are designed AND engineered, not just designed for a marketing "advantage". The...
Did a Naval Architect even design the twin skeg hull?
Is your fwd berth tall enough to put a combo washer (all in one) under, could be a little less demo with some creativity?
What is your issue other than a difference in exhaust temps in your data? Does the exhaust system show any abnormal wear and how many hours on...
Nice color, reminds me of the color of Dennis Connors' Stars 'n stripes, when he went down to Australia and brought the America's Cup back home!
Sorry to rain on your parade but not everyone has been "captain" trained or even needs to be for under 65', this is the USA and not Belgium for...
Keel blocks usually go under your bulkheads or transverse frames for proper load bearing. The boat stands can bear some weight if you over crank...
