Danny, I considered that. I like the "C" shaped plates better because: 1) Alan Leslie on SV Elyse tried it and it has worked for two years; and 2) it is replaceable if it wears out in turn; and 3)

Bill, You're right, they are 5 micron filters. I double checked just now to be sure. Thanks for making the correction, I wouldn't want to lead someone astray. Duane

Thanks for the reply Duane. Bit like my not using distilled water in my batteries. Anathema to some, but works for me. Certainly you would want to be on the ball servicing the pre filters. I am

In addition to Bill Rouse's caution regarding the cheap questionable Chinese stainless Tasker Phuket uses, I'd urge some caution about using them for new sails based on first hand experiences having

Hi Duane, Yes I see your point. I have thought that there was more clearance between the two plates than needed which would put extra side strain on the pin so adding a filler may help all round. A

Duane, Why are you using 30 micron? Dessalator specifies 5 Micron for the DUO60, and they state "has to be replaced either every two or three months, or according to the sea water purity." Obviously,

Danny, The other problem with making new holes is the old holes are still there. If you do have to use the manual furling method, when you put the clutch pin back in you won't know which of the holes

Thanks , Bill. Ian

I thought of that first. The trouble is that the plate only encompasses about 60% of the hole so you would have to be able hold the drill bit in position while it drilled through the edge of the

Lifeline makes an AGM Group 31 standard battery that is the same dimensions as the flooded Group 31 cells that were installed by Amel and is rated at 105 A-hrs. (Model number GPL-31T) They also make a

Hi Duane, Correct on all counts...yes "C" shaped is what I mean. I don't recall the actual thickness of the plates but I believe it was only about 2mm, just enough to make the slots work properly. If

Hi, without being at my boat to look at it a question. Why not just drill a new hole for the pin in a different place. Danny SM 299 Ocean Pearl Sent from my Vodafone Smart

Alan, I removed the upper furler assembly, and the clutch pin spring is very stiff. The plate with the holes that receive the clutch pin though are worn, so that seems to be the problem. I like your

Eric, One more test:' 7. I set my ACE Multi-meter for continuity and connected to the solenoid pigtail and the battery negative cable at the solenoid (on the battery side). Note that the stop button

Eric, This morning I did a variety of checks. 1. Start Battery Voltage at the engine battery cables: 12.7V 2. Voltage across the Stop Button with the key on = 11.4V measured at the back of the

Kent, Mine measure 5/8", but that's after 12 years of use. Duane Wanderer, SM#477

Congratulations Chris, Welcome to a great family! Sincerely, Alexandre SM2K #289 NIKIMAT Island Water World Marina, Sint Maarten, NA --------------------------------------------

Hi Bill , interested to hear of your AGM batteries . Are they 105Ah each ? Same dimensions as the normal ones that Amel fit ? Ian and Judy , Pen Azen , SM 302 , Santo Stefanie , Italy

Hi all, I'm back on the trail of some new gasket material for my two under-seat fridge/freezer boxes in the saloon. I'm having trouble finding a simple D-profile of the correct size. I went back and

Duane, I have the injector pump overhaul manual on Kimberlite. I will be on board Thursday afternoon. If you will send me a reminder note I will see how easily the stop solenoid can be removed. If