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Volvo TMD22 Timing Belt
mondra@...
Volvo powered owners, In contemplating the replacement of the timing belt, I note that, for example, Parts4Engines packages the timing belt along with the tensioner and idler. I could not find in the Volvo service manual that those additional items should be routinely replaced as well. What have other owners experienced regarding the tensioner and idler? These parts, at least from Parts4Engines, are considerably more expensive than just the timing belt. Thanks, Mike Ondra Aletes SM#240
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Cabin sole revarnish
smiles bernard
Hello fellow Amelians
After over a year of solid family use my floors are due a revarnish I’ve found a great product for stripping the old varnish. Completely odourless and non toxic which is great for confined working spaces and works great. (Safe for grp too and can be used for antifould strip ) I’m still trying to figure out what to put on next and the process. My floorboards are a little stained so was planning a light rub down with 240 grit. Perhaps a team cleaner too? Then revarnish. I’m only interested in single part options tbh so it would seem the main choices are: - spar varnish for rapid build up followed by a harder wearing top layer or two such as epifanes rubbed effect - polyurethane like that used in bowling alleys ie non marine specific but hard wearing - an oil based option. I think sikens have a few options but I’m not sure it that’s at all suitable for interior Thoughts and expectations much appreciated I’m leaning towards polyurethane but my only concern is how to ever remove it. I’m not keen on leaving the next keeper of sea Love a pig of a job when it comes to the next cabin sole refurbishment All the very best Miles Sea Love #162
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Re: OG Maramu Mizzen Sheet Cars
smiles bernard
Many thanks Dennis
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I just took the pin so now will have to press fit the lifting washer in place. Mulgrips will be my friend All the best Miles
On 25 Sep 2019, at 18:14, sbmesasailor via Groups.Io <sbmesasailor@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Bill,
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That’s nice to hear you received great service, it should be standard of course but as we experience it’s not always the case and polite supervision is required There seems to be a lot of good providers in Malta and around Valletta particularly Thanks again for your tip on the antifoul volume, it’s an important consideration I think for a biannual maintenance item Kind regards Paul
On 30 Sep 2019, at 6:21 pm, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Yes, if 20 liters is applied perfectly, it will be very close to 3 complete coats. This happened only one time for me when Manoel Island Boat Yard in Malta and their BEST painter, Alex & his uncle, painted antifouling on BeBe. Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Yacht Owners School - www.AmelYachtOwnersSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Mon, Sep 30, 2019, 10:07 AM Roque <ediroque@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Thanks Bill, I will apply this quantity next.
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On 30 Sep 2019, at 4:31 pm, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Roque
I second Bill R.
Just did the anti-fouling on my A54 and 20 L is a good estimate. You probably can get by with 2 liters less.
I used much more because I decided to apply 3 coats
Roque Attika A54 # 117 Paraty Em seg, 30 de set de 2019 às 11:31, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> escreveu:
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Re: Solar and shade
Joerg Esdorn
Thanks very much for every one’s thoughts! Joerg Esorn
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Gearbox for outhaulAmel
Joerg Esdorn
For a few weeks or possibly months, the outhaul furler has been slower than the main furler on my A55. Amel had me check the current limiter - it’s ok - and then had me check the current when furling. The main furler was about 15A, the outhaul however was 60 to 70 A. The diagnosis is that I have a failed bearing in the gearbox for the furler. I’m only 200 miles away from my winter location- do I need to deal with this issue now? How difficult is it to take the gearbox off and replace the bearing? The boat is from 2016 so hopefully I don’t have the problem with the seized shaft which has been the topic of lots of discussions on this forum. Many thanks for any thoughts.
Joerg Esdorn A55 Kincsem currently in Cascais
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Fresh water pump connector
Dear Amelians,
On the pic you see a beige plastic part that connects to the grey tube. It's dripping water. I'm trying to disassemble, turning, pulling, pushing...no success It stays where it is and the grey tube doesn't come out.. I don't want to apply to much power as I don't know that plumbing connector. Could you help and provide some advice? Thank you, Alex NO STRESS AMEL54#15 Mystic, CT
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
I recommend the Micron series, if available. GelSeal is not required on an Amel made after about 1985. In the mid 80s Amel began using a proprietary anti-osmosis layer between the gelcoat and the fiberglass. A high quality antifouling paint, proper preparation and application of at least 2 coats with a 3rd at the waterline, leading edges, and rudder will consume most of 20 liters. International makes antifouling in 20 liter pales, and 20 liters will allow the above number of unthinned coats for a SM, 54, or 55. This method should give you a very high chance of renewing the antifouling every 2 years. Of course, antifouling life depends on quality of product, preparation, application, number of miles and location. Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Yacht Owners School - www.AmelYachtOwnersSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Mon, Sep 30, 2019, 9:13 AM Paul Brown <feeder.brown@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
How many litres per coat is required for a 54? I expect a 55 is not much or if any a larger surface area and I generally use 12 litres for 2 coats but maybe this is not correct?
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Regards Paul Fortuna II 55/17
On 30 Sep 2019, at 1:14 pm, David Crisp <david@...> wrote:
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Re: Headsail furler issues
VLADIMIR SONSEV
Adam, Before you remove the motor you have to determine if it is electrical or mechanical problem. Reverse polarity on the motor and see if it rotates. Vladimir
On Mon, Sep 30, 2019, 12:12 AM Adam Body <adamgcbody@...> wrote: Thanks Vladimir and Craig..Does the motor simply pop off?? The worm drive doesnt get tangled?? If that is the case, I will do that asap rather than wait for the auto electrician....
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Re: Chain and Anchor
My old chain came with the boat in 2005. The former owner never changed. It looked unsafe after 12 years. Stainless can break immediately from tiny little rust holes (I believe the English word is pitting).
Regards, Alex
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
David Crisp
Many thanks to you all for the rapid response, advice and a clear consensus. I'll go with 2 coats of the 350.
Great to back aboard an Amel again. About 15 years ago I bought a SM near Nice and took her to Caribbean and back to the UK during a 3 year sabbatical. This time I've just retired.... So far, after a month, very pleased with the 54, she has many of the improvements I imagined in my mind whilst living aboard the SM. Fair winds and following seas to all. David SY Wilna Grace
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Mohammad Shirloo
Hi David;
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We applied 3 coats of micron 350 last year in Malta. The boat has been in the water since and the result is fine so far. We had used micron 66, when it was available , and it worked fine for 3 years in the Med. micron does recommend 3 coats if you intend
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Mohammad and Aty B&B Kokomo
Amel 54 #099
On Sep 30, 2019, at 9:04 AM, David Crisp via Groups.Io <david@...> wrote:
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
Hi David,
For a 2 years in water you need my experiance 3 Layer Micron 350. You can see this also on the HP from International. Liebe Grüsse / Best regards Arnold SY Zephyr SM 203 Am 30.09.2019 um 09:04 schrieb David Crisp <david@...>: Hi all, Just acquired an Amel 54 (#58) and having her hauled and anti-fouled. I am going to remain in the Mediterranean and some advice would be valued. The yard is offering International Unipro or for an extra €210 per coat International 350. A number of questions:- (1) One or two anti-fouling coats? (2) If two coats is it likely to last two years? (2 years would fit well with the changing the propshaft bushing/seals and bow thruster maintenance} (2) Is International 350 worth the extra money? Best David Crisp, SY Wilna Grace -- SY Zephyr SM203
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Re: Antifouling for the Mediterranean
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Depending on what antifoul is on there already, you should find this out and check what you can use next or how to prepare Once the hull is prepared and you know the gel shield is good 2 good and thorough coats of international 350 is what I would recommend as I have used this and international micro extra UE for many years and it should last at least two full years, it’s worth the cost compared to cheaper products that may not last as long, of course this is my experience You may want to check the difference between international micron extra eu, I’m not sure but maybe formulated better for the Mediterranean Of course supervising the preparation and application is well recommended as preparation is as important as application and the correct product I once achieved 3 years out of two good coats of international however I did need to dive every few months during the third year to remove some growth, which you should do regardless to polish your prop and other fittings Congratulations and all the best with you wonderful boat I hope this assists Kind regards Paul - Fortuna II 55/17
On 30 Sep 2019, at 9:04 am, David Crisp <david@...> wrote:
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Antifouling for the Mediterranean
David Crisp
Hi all,
Just acquired an Amel 54 (#58) and having her hauled and anti-fouled. I am going to remain in the Mediterranean and some advice would be valued. The yard is offering International Unipro or for an extra €210 per coat International 350. A number of questions:- (1) One or two anti-fouling coats? (2) If two coats is it likely to last two years? (2 years would fit well with the changing the propshaft bushing/seals and bow thruster maintenance} (2) Is International 350 worth the extra money? Best David Crisp, SY Wilna Grace
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Re: Headsail furler issues
Adam Body
Thanks Vladimir and Craig..Does the motor simply pop off?? The worm drive doesnt get tangled?? If that is the case, I will do that asap rather than wait for the auto electrician....
-- Adam Body "Flora" SM 0030017SM 128 Annee 1994
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