Steve, When you get the new nut from Amel, I would take it to a machine shop with a photo of mine. Make sure you measure the maximum length of the wrench that is needed. If the machine shop takes

Thanks all for the replies. I found that the previous owner left me a slip nut tool and wouldn’t you know it, it was tightened to exactly the width I needed for the packing but. I was only able to

FYI; Amel sells the tool at a very reasonable cost. We had a custom one made in Turkey for about 100 euros and also bought one from Amel as a backup for less. I don't remember exactly how

Surprised by packing on a rudder shaft???? That's... surprising! It's certainly not an unusual situation, LOTS of boats have it. Mixing up imperial and metric sizes are good for lots, and lots of

We also had a bit of water come in during our first sailing season, up in Canada. We hoped to get back to Fort Lauderdale in December and have our regular Amel specialist have a look at it. But the

We have two separate autopilot computers and two separate autopilot drives. Each computer output goes to a rotary switch so you can select if you wish to use the Raytheon T-300 autopilot computer

Ruedi, I can not comment on the specifics of a AMEL54 installation, but I have some general comments for you. A backup drive is an excellent idea. Even the best mechanical stuff has a finite life

Hi James, I had my drogue bridles made with large loops spliced into the bitter ends. When I had Kimberlite made I had Amel add strong backing under the stern cleats. I rig the drogue attached to

Hi everyone (and Amel-54 owners), Since few month I’m a happy owner of an Amel-54. We plan to go long distance (cross oceans), and I think its a good idea to have a second Autopilot. Our A-54 is

HI All, the back light on my B&G depth instrument at the helm has stopped working. IT is getting power and the instrument next to it (wind angle) which is connected to the same light power is

Sorry, I get it from Amel, it is precut at an angle , I would order 2 sets and 2 nuts just in case. Sorry but I am not on Kimberlite. Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376

Eric (or anybody) Do you know the size of the packing used in the rudder post? Bill Kinney SM160, Great Guana Cay, Abacos, Bahamas

Hi Steve, I am writing you back channel so I can send you the attached photo. Sounds like you need to tighten up the packing nut. Unfortunately you need a big wrench to do that thin with a short

Hello all. After avoiding the Berries all season because it just seemed too shallow with limited protection, I made a pass through it 2 days ago, and promptly found myself aground trying to turn

Thanks Bill. Duane

Mark, No worries, thanks for looking, it's much appreciated. Duane

Everything Bill R said, and then some... If I was in the market for a new genoa, I would immediately be concerned if I was asked what size genoa I wanted (130, 140, 150, etc). If the sailmaker did

Thanks Bill, Your supportive comments are appreciated. I always hesitate to post criticism of specific businesses but in this case the experience was a good illustration of the need to have properly

Hi Paul, I would think you would change sails as often with a 130/155 combination as I do with a 90/155 and you would not have the advantage of a genuine heavy weather sail on board. The 130 would