Hi Paul, I believe nylon absorbs a bit of water . I had trouble removing some nylon rudder bearings from my old boat. I now use Delryn for most “plastic “ things. Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite

So glad to see this thread and you were able to get your engine running. I just purchased a 1980 mango #12. I have had to remove a day tank for fuel. At present I am unsure of the correct fuel line

Hi all, Many thanks for your useful replies. I will see if I can get one made here in Grenada out of teflon, or perhaps nylon. I would think any quality durable non-corrodible material would do.

This is fine to do if you WANT to, but nobody should feel you HAVE to. I have been drinking water straight out of boat water tanks for the 20 plus years I have lived on aboard boats. Straight up,

Hi Paul, I had same situation and machine shop made me new washers from some plastic ( think Teflon ). Best Regards, Vladan A54 #157 SV PAME

Hi I bought 6 months ago a new pump and spare parts directly from: TF MARINE SRL Lucca – Italy Tel & Fax: +39 0584 338238 website: www.tfmarine.it email: info@... Jose Alegria Amel55

Hi all, After dissembling my bilge pump I found that the water-side plastic-coated large washer’s plastic (PVC?) is in pretty bad shape – see the image below. Unfortunately I do not see a

Domestic reverse osmosis filter for tank water Still my best investment in terms of ROI. Reverse osmosis filter. Have one at home, so I know it's simple and reliable. Was surprised to find it in the

To all, I want to sell my Sharki 1980 #17. More information in the subgroup "yachts for sale" Aexander Burger

Hello John, Thank you for the kind advice. I just got back from viewing the boat. I had 1.5 hours to go over the boat and wish I could have had more time. There were several showings that

Good info as always!

Hi JB, Just keep in mind the rules of this forum when asking others to share their experiences about a company. You will hear only positive reviews if everyone follows the rules. I have no experience

To: A54 owners and others that have seawater heat exchange for refrigeration Recently an A54 owner found his refrigeration efficiency problem was caused by an 80% blockage in the Primary Saltwater

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I recommend Emek, but like 100% of similar providers, including Amel, you must be present for all work performed on your boat. If you choose not to be present, chances are you will not be happy.

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We worked with them this year in July. They did some stainless steel work and rigg check/adjustment. They have "project manager" and work a lot with subcontractors, but always the same and they

They are the best for stainless steel and mechanics Excellent for electricity Good for electronics but they subcontract Take opportunity to buy an Ultra anchor a jewel . But all job must be

Hello, I know that some of you, including Bill R. many years ago, have had great experience with Emek Turkey. Would anybody be willing to share their recent experience with Emek (building a stern