Not as easy to get the power as one might think. Yes changing a cylinder kit or replacing a head is just matter of bolts. But replace a blower or...
Personally I think Yachtjockey is correct in his thinking. I'm in the services industry and have have never expected a tip. I work as hard as I...
Just buy a 42 Grand Banks and be done with it!!!!
I assume this ADDA did not take a compression test of either engine, especially the starboard and he is going on appearance of the cylinder liners...
Do both engines have excessive smoke while throttling up or is just the starboard? If so it is quite possible, even tho the turbos were changed at...
The biggest reason Detroit went to a by-pass blower is that it is more efficient. The blower will only allow so much air from the turbo to pass...
Does anyone know why some wet exhaust systems have 2 ways for the raw water to leave the boat? In particular through a thru-hole in the side of...
Ron, If you think for one minute my post was reckless. You are wrong. I never suggested that anyone perform any kind of work on these engines,...
Checking for full throttle is easy. Put your throttle control in full position, then see if you can move the throttle arm connected to the...
The group 31's were strictly going to be used for starting batteries. If I stay 32 volt, what do you guys suggest for size? The 15-4-1 large 8volt...
We have a 66' C.C. Constellation. Power is 8v-71's. We are basically starting from scratch concerning the electrical. The starters and...
My thought was to to increase the alternator voltage. As to 110v chargers, couldn't one use multiple chargers to charge individual batteries?....
Has anyone tried running a 32vdc system, using 36volt batteries?? If so what complications have you seen?? Thanks Jim
IMHO From one who has worked on all of these engines. I would opt to have Detroit Diesel S-60. if possible. Simpler to work on, the electronics...
I believe I have found the original owner here in CA. I was going to write her a letter and try an track down all the owners so I would have a...
My partner and I just acquired a 66' Constellation. Hull# CMMA-66-001. She is a little rough. We have received all the info from Mariners Museum...
It just so happens that my partner and I just aquired on of those 66'10" connies. Hull #CMMA-66-001. She needs some work. But is a beautifull boat.
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