In the U.S., we always used the R-5, and our mechanic drilled them for us. I think these read ZIMAR? These have the little copper-contact on the flat side. In Seville, we purchased a Tecnomar 125mm

Duane, The problem was most likely caused by not greasing the cone, or tightening the clutch too tight, causing all of the anchor load to rest on the key. If so, the key is twisted and no longer

I am using an R7 Camp rudder zinc (7" diameter) purchased online. It is expensive, but deteriorates much more evenly than cheaper zincs I have used (i.e. Martyr zincs). I switched to these zincs

Hi Herbert Have you tryed www.svb.de the german chandlery on the net? We use them as often as we can. If you can’t find what you are looking for, call/e-mail them and they will help you.

I am looking for a source to buy spare zinc-anodes for the rudder, prefered in Europe. On KALI MERA I need anodes with a diameter of 125mm and a center-hole of 10mm (the bolt to the rudder-stock is

I had the key twist in the slots to the point that it widened the slot in the ICC. I had a new slot cut in the gypsy 30 degrees or so off the old slot. Has worked ok since. Not sure what your

I had a time getting the inner clutch cone off, to the point I ordered a new inner clutch cone ("ICC"). When I tried to mount it, it won't go on the shaft. The new one and the old one have the same

To all, many thanks for infos and prompt support. It was a hard work to remove the old 3 seals. I had to fix long screws and than to pull them out with a good lever somehow. Best way is to find where

Quite right ! just finishing a major refurbishing of a 1982 maramu, I had to drop the rudder & tackled discovery of dismantling parts without knowing what to expect. got the recommendation to use

Bill and Alexandre, many thanks for sharing images and comments, all very useful and will put into effect immediately in our new engine installation. Alex Paquin

All, Here is a link to something every Amel owner should read. I wish I knew how many times a person on this forum recommended adding refrigerant, or "to put in a shot of Freon" to what previously

Hi Bill Many thanks for that. We will follow your process to the letter in doing the work in future. Lauren and I are really going to miss your input and we do hope you still keep in touch through

Hi Kent Many thanks for confirming that information. Very helpful as I can order two elements right away tonight now. All the best Colin, Island Pearl II Amel 53 # 332 On Thu, Sep 15, 2016 at 11:01

Hi Colin, I think the "universal" element fits all of their models, not other brands. You are correct that the Quick Nautic is identical to the Nautic. I ordered my heating element and thermometer

I well it's always a good idea to put a Little grease inside the bulb fixture to reduce corrosion priest is not conduct.. Regards Capt Richard Piller

Thanks you for the responses. Since this hot water was renewed in 2008 and seems in absolutely spotless condition other than the electrical short to the 230v heater element we will get prices on both

Colin, Since saltwater caused your problem and the source of saltwater was changing the impeller, here is what I do: I close the sea chest valve. I place a towel under the work area. I use a wet-vac

Alex & Bill Thanks all for some good pointers. Since we will be installing a new fuel filter housing, filter and diesel pump on the Onan soon I will simply disconnect the fuel return line as Alex did