I used back rubber plugs. I cut them shorter. I installed them 2 years ago. I see no problem yet. You can buy them from McMaster very inexpensive. Vladimir SM 345 "LIFE IS GOOD"

Hi there James hoping not to misunderstand your original query I came across the drawing for the stuffing box installed on the propeller shaft - see attachment matches perfectly the original as

Thanks again for the feedback. I am still thinking that the 40kg from the bottom of the locker during emergency might be an issue if I need if I need to take it out while injured. As you say the

Thanks again for the feedback. I am still thinking that the 40kg from the bottom of the locker during emergency might be an issue if I need if I need to take it out while injured. You would

Dave, Thanks for the information on the 4.154 sender and especially for confirming the NPT threads. I will just add a few adaptors to my install kit and should be all set. I have ordered from

Mark, I think that this is a good deal and I would urge any 54 owner who has not upgraded his Bamar furlers from the original belt-driven model to the new gear-driven model to take advantage of this

We have always approached deck storage with the guideline that we never wanted to pull into a harbor and have the locals immediately think: “nice cruising boat.” We’d prefer they think “nice

My raft is in the port cockpit locker, right next to the Jordan drogue. Both inboard. My raft is a 6 person SLOP Winslow and very light weight. Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376

Hi Eric, I know you've been there. Until you've been in one you just can't imagine the size the waves get to. We are fortunate to have avoided any storms in Ocean Pearl but I got caught in a full on

I talked with Paul at Bamar USA Friday. Paul forwarded the letter below, I told him Iwould send it out to all interested parties on the A O G. With the interest generated from the Amel OwnersGroup

That makes 3 of us. I cannot imagine a rail mounted raft surviving a 40 or 50 foot wave crashing over our stern. Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376

Hi Ian and Judy. you and me too. Danny SM 299 Ocean Pearl

James, That sounds familiar so is just what I need. I replaced the oil pressure sender a couple of years ago and looked the purchase up in my records, but unfortunately the unit I bought came with

James, That sounds familiar so is just what I need. I replaced the oil pressure sender a couple of years ago and looked the purchase up in my records, but unfortunately the unit I bought came with

Would anyone know the name & manufacturer if possible OR the gelcoat color code number for the 54?? Thanks in advance. Mark & Debbie A54 #68, S/V Brass RingFt. Lauderdale

Thanks I checked but yes it was on Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone

Inverter under navtable is on?

Hi all we got back to our boat last night and our TV lift in the main saloon is not working I'm wondering if maybe I'm not doing something very simple. I do have on 230 all of the 24 volt outlets and

hi All, For what it's worth, two of the most experienced sailors I have ever come across , one owning a Swan 57 with over 100,000 miles experience, the other having competed in the same boat in

James, That sounds familiar so is just what I need. I replaced the oil pressure sender a couple of years ago and looked the purchase up in my records, but unfortunately the unit I bought came with