Hi Bill, As I understand it, the Isolated ground system on an Amel is no different to other yachts with Isolated ground systems, and is quite simple namely that the negative of the DC system (and

I think that most of the wear on a Genoa from the spreader tips occurs when the winds are light and there is a beam sea running making the boat roll. Under those conditions the Genoa can rub the

Just want to correct myself ,I originally addressed the last post to Karen and meant to change that to Arthur ,realizing that was a quote . Arthur in the future sign your post and identify the Amel

Karen, When you tack, temporary luff for any reason ,or get back winded ( which probably has never happened to you) the sail can and does contact the spreader and over time chafes. If you don't mind,

Even the best trimmed genoa has to rub across the spreader tip on every tack. Even the most carefully trimmed genoa will touch the spreader when the wind dies and the stretch relaxes in the sail and

Craig, I cannot guarantee that anyone, anywhere is correct, rather all I can do is ask the questions of Dessalator, the OEM watermaker supplier to Amel, verify what Dessalator said, and verify what

Hey Bill, On the second part of your post about the gal with the possibly damaged high pressure flare faces, I've had perfect results with leaking/damaged flare joint in the past with the Flaretite

A properly trimmed genoa should not touch a spreader. "The cure for anything is salt water; sweat, tears, or the sea." - Karen Blixen

Oh Bill, puleeze - nobody's arguing. Not worth getting your pants in a bunch. The Dessalator guy just had the wrong Loctite number. I'm sure you accurately reported the (incorrect) info he gave you.

Our Dessaltor DUO 60 manual, English version, states : "The HP connectors should be installed strictly in accordance with the instructions (Appendix A2). Apply a little loctite or nut seal to the two

Nick, I am sending you an Off-Group, direct email. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832)

Hi Bill, I am the second owner. The engine is original. I purchased the boat in June 2017, it had been ashore in Grenada for three years as the then owner was very ill and unable to use the

Craig, First off, I am no Gentleman , ask my wife. Secondly , I spoke to my sail maker and will be sending it off for a patch, but I still want to put a boot on to lessen the chafe in the future. I

Bob, This is all good. Thanks. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970

Craig & All, You are correct about Loctite, and I said, that until yesterday, that is what I believed. HOWEVER, I am correct about Dessalator stating this is required. In this case I believe that any

Martinfrom Dessalator technical also recommended the use of Loctite 542 for theinstallation of a high pressure gauge that had gone bad. Respectfully; Mohammad and Aty B&B Kokomo Amel 54 #099

Cool. Thanks!

Nick, Your problem may be an indication of something much more serious. How long have you owned this Amel 54? Has there been an engine change, or any sensors changed? When Amel installed the Volvo

Bill and All, Yes, do use a sealant on JIC fittings. Perhaps a typo in BebeBill's post, but Henkel, the manufactured of Loctite, does not recommend Loctite 542 for this, They recommend Loctite 5452

Hi Alan, Thanks Yes I have checked the belts, no problem there. The rectifier may be at fault, I think. Will have it bench tested. Re -ve light leak coming on at the Masse it will be a long process