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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Clogged anchor wash pipe
eric freedman
Hi Thomas, Did you try disconnecting the hose from the pump and using dock water to blow out the pipe? I would also do the same at the forward locker.
If not, if you have a scuba tank, you can purchase a nozzle that hooks up to the hose for a BC. That will give you 100 psi+ to clear the hose. It is also very useful to blow things off the engine etc. Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376
From: amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2018 7:43 PM To: amelyachtowners@... Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Clogged anchor wash pipe
Hi all,
Today's maintenance monday task was troubleshooting the anchor wash.
It turns out the pipe is clogged. Using the dock mains pressure lets water through but the pump is not beefy enough to do anything useful. Neither is mouth-blowing into the pipe.
Any advice on unclogging it? Mechanical or chemical (Barnacle Buster any good?)..
Thanks in advance
Thomas GARULFO Amel 54 #122 Fort de France, Martinique
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Inability To Remove Port Side Genoa Gearbox
eric freedman
Hi Bill, Did you receive my winch photos? I would try squirting PB blaster on the shaft of the motor , it will be messy, but hopefully it will eventually seep down to the keyway.
Where are you attaching the gear puller?
Do you have bolts on the bottom of the gearbox? If so I would try taking the gearbox apart.
Did you remove the bolts on the top of the mounting disk that holds the motor to the base plate. The bolts on the bottom of the disk cannot be removed from the baseplate with the motor in place.
Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376
From: amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2018 9:12 AM To: amelyachtowners@... Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Inability To Remove Port Side Genoa Gearbox
Thanks much for the photos. They me to visualize what is stuck on what. Unfortunately, even with a 6,000 pound hydraulic puller left on overnight, the gearbox would not come loose. The pin from the winch is obviously galvonically seized on the gearbox. Thanks again for sending the pics.
Regards, Bill Shaproski S/V Pacific Cool
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Clogged anchor wash pipe
Sv Garulfo
Hi all, Today's maintenance monday task was troubleshooting the anchor wash. It turns out the pipe is clogged. Using the dock mains pressure lets water through but the pump is not beefy enough to do anything useful. Neither is mouth-blowing into the pipe. Any advice on unclogging it? Mechanical or chemical (Barnacle Buster any good?). Thanks in advance Thomas GARULFO Amel 54 #122 Fort de France, Martinique
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Dessalator pressure erratic
ya_fohi
Eric,
No it didn't. I've since been told by the Dessalator guy in Spain that it was a brass plug that just screws in to block the hole. It's probably in case you want to connect the supply from the other side. The brass has corroded and I just need to replace it. Cheers, Paul Ya Fohi, Amel 54 #98
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas?
Patrick McAneny
Isaac,You may be able to feed the tack /bolt rope into the furler's slot below the cutout .That would support the tack from being pulled aft by the outhaul.
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SM#123
-----Original Message----- From: isaac_02906@... [amelyachtowners] To: amelyachtowners Sent: Mon, Mar 12, 2018 3:03 pm Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas? The luff is tight, but the sail seems to be unacceptably close to the boom when fully raised. Perhaps better stated, the sail extends below the cutout in the foil where one feeds the bolt rope when hoisting the sail.
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas?
Bill & Judy Rouse <yahoogroups@...>
Mark, In my experience with at least 40 SMs, the foot of the mainsail is normally about 6" +/- 1" from the boom when the sail head and the halyard are rigged to the swivel correctly. In all cases that I have seen where the foot is not
6" +/- 1" above the boom, it was because either the head or the halyard were rigged wrong. If your mainsail is rigged correctly at the head, the halyard is correctly attached to the swivel, and the sail foot is still 1-2" above the boom, I do not have enough knowledge to tell you that performance is impacted, but I do know that Amel did NOT cut the sail to where the foot was 1-2" above the boom. It could be OK...I simply do not know. I hope that this helps you.
Best, CW Bill Rouse
Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Mon, Mar 12, 2018 at 2:01 PM, isaac_02906@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: new Genoa
Bill & Judy Rouse <yahoogroups@...>
David, I think that you agree that the most important thing about a genoa for the SN, SM, 54, 55, & 64 is that the sail fit the downwind pole system, unique to each model. I have read all of this discussion and I do not believe that I saw mention of that.
Best, CW Bill Rouse
Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Mon, Mar 12, 2018 at 1:18 PM, Dave Benjamin dave_benjamin@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
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Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas?
Mark Isaac
Craig and Pat, thanks for the info on the Amel way of purposefully rigging short halyards. I did know that about the main and should have thought to check if the mizzen was the same way before dropping it...lesson learned.
Mark
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Re: Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas?
Mark Isaac
Thanks Stephanie.
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Re: Recommended Sailmaker in The Bahamas?
Mark Isaac
The luff is tight, but the sail seems to be unacceptably close to the boom when fully raised. Perhaps better stated, the sail extends below the cutout in the foil where one feeds the bolt rope when hoisting the sail.
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Re: new Genoa
Dave_Benjamin
None of the genoas in the Amel sailplans are 150%. The overlap percentage is calculated by this equation - LP/J. LP is a line forming a 90 degree angle with the luff and terminating at the clew. Most Amel genoas exceed 160% using the measurements on the factory sailplans.
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Re: Inability To Remove Port Side Genoa Gearbox
Just a thought, Bill. Did you repeatedly whack the tensioned puller with a hand sledge hammer? Sometimes that does the trick.
Craig SN68 ---In amelyachtowners@..., <pacificcool@...> wrote : Thanks much for the photos. They me to visualize what is stuck on what. Unfortunately, even with a 6,000 pound hydraulic puller left on overnight, the gearbox would not come loose. The pin from the winch is obviously galvonically seized on the gearbox. Thanks again for sending the pics. Regards, Bill Shaproski S/V Pacific Cool
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Re: Inability To Remove Port Side Genoa Gearbox
pacificcool@...
Thanks much for the photos. They me to visualize what is stuck on what. Unfortunately, even with a 6,000 pound hydraulic puller left on overnight, the gearbox would not come loose. The pin from the winch is obviously galvonically seized on the gearbox. Thanks again for sending the pics.
Regards, Bill Shaproski S/V Pacific Cool
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Re: Toe rail / Genoa Track Repair
alanwood123@...
Thanks for the feedback and advice.. I'll follow up all those suggestions.
Yes, they are SS bolts - my mistake - I think they've been exposed for so long they've developed a powdery coating which makes them look nylon. Also noticed on closer inspection and digging that the water penetration seems to have come from a previous repair.. I think the frost we've had in the Med lately has found it's way into the small cracks in the repair and forced it open.. which would explain why it's only just become apparent. So, to echo James's question - has anyone had any luck removing the genoa track bolts or is it really a drill out job? Maybe a good dose of WD40?
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Baby on Board and where to go in the Bahamas -
Alexandre Uster von Baar
Good morning Eric,
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First of all congratulations for little Nolan coming this June !!! I love the Bahamas. Just like you I work so internet is important to me. One of my favorite place is Port Lucaya in Grand Bahama because of the reasonable monthly marina rate, access to groceries and other infrastructure, etc. In 2014 I spent 4 months in Port Lucaya Marina / Yacht Club and paid $600/month. In 2015 I spent 3 months in Taino Beach (also in Port Lucaya) which became my favorite and paid $540/month. Because of their huge pool with a some shallow area, I am certain you, Viki and especially little Nolan will love this place! I can look for pictures to send you. The beach 3 minutes walk away from the marina, they are places to walk, lay down, etc. They also loan you towels for a $10 deposit and you can exchange them as often as you want, which you will realize is a considerable saving on laundry/generator time especially with the little one!. I used my bicycle to go grocery shopping, but they have a bus going twice a week. In the super market you will find groceries as well as baby supplies. I can not imagine a better place for you and your family. Regarding the draft, you will have to wait almost “mid tide” to enter/leave the Bell Channel. Port Lucaya is only 90 NM from Miami/Fort Lauderdale, so less than a day trip should you need to go. They i also an international airport. Later in I also suggest you spend 1 months in Great Harbor Cay in the Berry Island. It is an overnight trip from Grand Bahama. I was there in low season so the price was $540/month, the prices are higher now, but I think you can negotiate and you get a discount with Active Captain. Surprisingly the internet was the best I have seen in the Bahamas. There was no issue to enter the channel even at low tide. The beach was 20 minutes walk from the marina. They loan you bicycle if you don’t have any, the water is clearest I have seen. There was no real grocery store some come prepared, therefore the fishermen come back every afternoon with 250 to 250 lobsters and sell you “tail only” for $10/lbs. Sailing along the coast is excellent for fishing! As Nolan grows up (but wait him to be tall enough for all the ride), then a stop in Atlantis is a must. Not sure who will like the place the most Nolan or dad! But it is quite expensive per day. Nassau is an overnight trip from the Berry Island. There is no worry for the draft. Atlantis is also very protected from Hurricane. Hope that helps, please feel free to contact me directly if you want pictures of the places. Enjoy your trip! Sincerely, Alexandre --------------------------------------------
On Sun, 3/11/18, ericmeury@yahoo.com [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Baby on Board and where to go in the Bahamas - To: amelyachtowners@yahoogroups.com Date: Sunday, March 11, 2018, 11:18 PM Hello amel family. Viki and I are expecting (this is why the boat is on the hard right now) our first little crew member Nolan (insert middle name) Meury will be arriving this June. Our plan is to spend November and December around Stuart Florida as Nolan will be signed up for infant water survival classes there. Then we are thinking of heading the bahamas for a month and then back to GA where we will keep the boat for the next hurricane season. I have two requirements for the bahamas... 1. Some place that has access to mobile internet or awesome wifi as i still have to work m start up (www.pascalworkflow.com) and my tax practice. 2. Some place that we don't have to worry about draft (marsh harbor or Georgetown? - other ideas) Also would love some Amel specific or non amel specific for those that have had their baby on board. Thanks again
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Inability To Remove Port Side Genoa Gearbox
VLADIMIR SONSEV
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On Mar 11, 2018 11:18, "Alexandre Uster von Baar uster@... [amelyachtowners]" <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
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Baby on Board and where to go in the Bahamas -
ericmeury@...
Hello amel family.
Viki and I are expecting (this is why the boat is on the hard right now) our first little crew member Nolan (insert middle name) Meury will be arriving this June. Our plan is to spend November and December around Stuart Florida as Nolan will be signed up for infant water survival classes there. Then we are thinking of heading the bahamas for a month and then back to GA where we will keep the boat for the next hurricane season. I have two requirements for the bahamas... 1. Some place that has access to mobile internet or awesome wifi as i still have to work m start up (www.pascalworkflow.com) and my tax practice. 2. Some place that we don't have to worry about draft (marsh harbor or Georgetown? - other ideas) Also would love some Amel specific or non amel specific for those that have had their baby on board. Thanks again
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Toe rail / Genoa Track Repair
James Alton
Gary,
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I like your idea of treating the heads of the stainless bolts with the Corrosion X or Boeshield followed by the plastic protective cover and am thinking of adopting that procedure on my Amel. I was wondering if any Amel owners have had luck with removing the genoa track bolts? It would be great to be able to renew the caulking seal between the bolt and the fibreglass to prevent the entry of salt water which causes this kind of damage. Even the best caulking tends to break down and lose their seal after 10-15 years. One other question. I have not seen the swelling and rust as shown in the photo on the Maramu’s that I have been aboard to date even thought many of them are a decade or more older than the 1997 SM shown in the photo. Is this a known problem for the Maramu models as well or is there some difference in the construction? Best, James Alton SV Sueño Maramu #220 Arbatax, Italy
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Dessalator pressure erratic
eric freedman
Did this fitting have a 4 mm thin blue hose attached to it? Fair Winds Eric Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376
From: amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2018 10:15 PM To: amelyachtowners@... Subject: RE: [Amel Yacht Owners] Dessalator pressure erratic
Hi and thabnks to those who replied.
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Dessalator pressure erratic
ya_fohi
This time with image attached.
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