Nick Yes, I believe any alternator will self-excite at higher revs. One side of the relay has 12VDVC input when the engine start switch is turned to ON. The other side of the relay switches ON 24VDC

I replaced my sonic speed for paddle wheel type as the sonic sensors failed, and I did not feel like digging the old out and re-glassing new ones. I have the old sonic speed main control box that was

Hi Bill, The boat is in Antigua, but I am in the UK for the moment. So you suspect that the excitation circuit needs to be checked. If this is the case I guess it self excites at the higher rpm. Would

Nick, There is a small relay that is connected in-line before the alternator. This relay controls the excite circuit of the alternator. One side of the relay is 12VDC from your engine...the other

I don't know what the model of my alternator is, but it has the same behavior. I believe this is so that the load of the alternator doesn't bog down the engine when it's trying to start (the starter

I have this alternator my Amel 54 number 019. I notice that it does not kick in to charge until about 1500 RPM then it kicks in and I can throttle back. Is this normal? If not could it be a case

.....so, the important clarification here is that I meant Cartagena in Colombia, thanks, Alex

Christian Alby, I just saw your email. The pump on Ebay has been sold, bad timing there. I have placed an order for two pumps thru Prevalent but have not yet received a confirmation either in

hi there James tried the eBay code but Zero results reply ... lost tried purchase from Prévalent-first but cannot complete registration ... tried to purchase via getezone site ... no reply yet As I

Maren replacing a Perkins M 4.154 on an Amel boat means you boat is a Maramu ? I have to replace my engine in the near future either by new engine, Volvo D2-55 no turbo was the choice as it fits the

hi there James best news this morning, reading yur msge the pump shown on prévalent web site P/N 41314114 looks a lot like the pump I removed from the engine inlet, outlet flanges look alike shaft &

37° 35' S 000° 59' W When entering the bay - behind breakwater - head to the entrance to the right, call on channel 9, marinero will be at head of pontoon to show you the berth & assist with

Hi Alex, Are you aiming at Cartagena in Spain (Murcia)? If this is the case I have experience with Yacht Port Cartagena. I My boat was wintering there for two years. It is a safe marina at

I had considerable staining when I acquired Adagio. Folex makes a mold/mildew product which did a good job. I did, however, also use a lot of elbow grease and a carpet steamer/cleaner to get it out

Hi Christian please could you tell me where Yacht Port Cartagena is situated ? If you have the coordinated it is much easier. Thank you Gabriele S/V Sunny Side Maramu 219

Christian Alby, Can you verify if the correct Perkins part number for the oil pump you need is #41314114? If so then I may have found two sources for new surplus oil pumps. One is located on

alex yacht port Cartagena is open to all boats; slightly more expensive than the neighbouring one reserved mostly for resident boats. very good berths with easy access, well orientated for prevailing

Hi, we try to replace ourPerkins 4154 with a Volvo d2-60. However, thereare problems. We have to shorten the engine foundation by 8 cm in height sothat the gearbox fits the shaft. We are not sureif

Dear Amelians, do you know the marinas in Cartagena? I see three of them on the net. Is there any that you recommend or avoid? Thanks for sharing your insights! Best Regards, Alex Ramseyer SY NO

James Thanks for assistance I do not remember the way the gear is fixed but will try to see from pictures taken. The non-marine version -perkins made, not the kubota look alike - has the same oil