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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 200our fridge is
Mohammad Shirloo
Hi J.P.;
Glad to see you have worked out the bugs and have your Amel where you want her. I know you spent a lot of time and energy putting in all the upgrades. Must now be very proud of her. You guys are moving much faster than us. Maybe we’ll catch up somewhere again.
Happy Sailing;
Mohammad and Aty B&B Kokomo AMEL 54 #099
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On Behalf Of Germain Jean-Pierre via Groups.Io
Sent: Friday, December 06, 2019 6:32 PM To: main@amelyachtowners.groups.io Subject: Re: [AmelYachtOwners] Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 200our fridge is
Hello Mark,
I concur with some of your thoughts but... - our fridge is a drawer type , keel cooled from Frigoboat. 185 litres. Great upgrade
- AC is now Webasto BlueCool 27 S. Good kit too - floor boards are as you have.. never had a problem in even the most sporty conditions - full size washer in place of wet locker. Tons of browny points here - galley refurbished in white Corian ... more browny points
Like you, it was not budget. But after full refit, our SM 007 is better than any SM2K and much newer in every point you might consider..unless the owner is as fussy as I.
Kind regards,
Jean-Pierre Germain, SY Eleuthera, SM 007, NZ
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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 200our fridge is
Germain Jean-Pierre
Hello Mark,
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I concur with some of your thoughts but... - our fridge is a drawer type , keel cooled from Frigoboat. 185 litres. Great upgrade - AC is now Webasto BlueCool 27 S. Good kit too - floor boards are as you have.. never had a problem in even the most sporty conditions - full size washer in place of wet locker. Tons of browny points here - galley refurbished in white Corian ... more browny points Like you, it was not budget. But after full refit, our SM 007 is better than any SM2K and much newer in every point you might consider..unless the owner is as fussy as I. Kind regards, Jean-Pierre Germain, SY Eleuthera, SM 007, NZ
On 5/12/2019, at 1:42 PM, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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Re: AMFA bilge pump rebuild kit
Sv Garulfo
Thanks Bill, I will try Amel. In the diagram of the Marina ZZ pump I have, there is no details about the motor/gearbox components. Do you know if the white plastic gear is easy to replace without special tools/instructions? Thanks Regards Thomas GARULFO A54-122 Ua Pou, FP
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Re: AMFA bilge pump rebuild kit
Several places had the gear. Sav at Amel had the white plastic gear and Emek Marine in Turkey. Have you tried those? Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Owners Yacht School - www.AmelOwnersYachtSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Fri, Dec 6, 2019, 6:05 PM Sv Garulfo <svgarulfo@...> wrote:
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Re: AMFA bilge pump rebuild kit
Sv Garulfo
Hi Oliver and all, On the same subject, can you confirm this gearbox clutch is broken beyond repair? Oliver, Do you remember the details of the Bosch wipers motor you used? Thanks Thomas GARULFO A54-122 Ua Pou, Marquesas, French Polynesia
On Tue, 20 Aug 2019 at 06:00, Wolfgang Weber via Groups.Io <webercardio=yahoo.com@groups.io> wrote:
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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 2000
Staten, I concur with Bill on the differences being hard to list, and someone will always think you left one out. However, with that said, I will give you our thoughts, as we were making the same decisions a couple of years ago. We looked at several SM2K's, mostly in the Caribbean and absolutely loved the boat, you can't go wrong. The SM2K's we looked at were certainly in line with our budget, but we found an older SM 1993, #105 that was well taken care of, with a brand new diesel engine, all new Raymarine navigation equipment, and other important items. So for us, this was the deciding factor, not budget precisely. But before anyone thinks I am advocating the SM vs. the SM2K, let me tell you the things we wish our SM had... (Many of these are actually from my wife) 1. The location of the fridge, right next to the stove/oven isn't convenient if someone is in the galley cooking. On the SM2K, the Fridge is near the companionway and much easier access. 2. We don't really miss out on having a dishwasher on board, but some might. 3. The heads on S/V It's Good are manual pump as opposed to electric flush, for me, not a big deal, but for guests it's another issue. It was for my wife until she got the hang of the manual procedure, so we are still married. 4. The layout of the switches/controls is not as convenient or sensible on our SM as on the SM2K, for instance, our navigation light switches are in the area between the forward head and the V-Berth, not real convenient to get to. Other panels, are split into separate panels, that aren't quite as logical as on the SM2K. 5. Our Dive Compressor is in the port-side cockpit locker, which while convenient for filling tanks if you scuba dive frequently, it takes up considerable storage space in that locker that might be more convenient for storing items you use more frequently. 6. Location and function of the main saloon A/C. This unit is installed under the forward dining table settees near center of the boat, meaning you lose the optional freezer/fridge that comes on the SM2K. In fact, we are looking to rearrange this, so we have the extra freezer for cruising. If you simply need the one under settee freezer/fridge that comes on the SM, then no biggy. But for extended cruising, and beer storage :) the SM2K offers more. 7. We love our wood floors with lift up panels for storage as opposed to the blue, hinged floors in the SM2K. This isn't really a functional thing, just a taste thing. However, that said, while it hasn't happened to us, I would worry about heavy weather and whether the floor panels can or would bounce up and out of their normal position. 8. On our SM, the main cabin (Aft) does not have the work table, which for us is a plus, we have a nice settee in the cabin, so if we are in port, or at anchor, one of us can sit on the bed, and one on the settee. In fact, so that my wife doesn't have to crawl over me, I sometimes make that settee my bed. :) 9. Location of the clothes washer machine on our SM, is also near the oven/stove, opposite side of the fridge, which again isn't convenient when someone is in the galley cooking. It really isn't a good location regardless. 10. I had to repair/replace a lot of little things due to the age of the boat, nothing major yet... although I think I have a stuck valve on the generator. Small things like the complete tubing for the heads, gaskets and valves on the pumps, replaced the main saloon A/C and the Aft Cabin A/C, anchor wash, rode counter, etc. 11. A couple of things that I can't recall seeing on the SM2K's we looked at are the three Fakir electric heaters; aft cabin, main saloon, and v-berth. These are great when at a marina as they keep the boat nice and toasty, in addition to the more efficient heat from the A/C units. We also have an Espar diesel heater, which we only fired up during the inspection, not sure when we would ever use that. 12. We love our Auto Generator Start (AGS) system, even in port at the marina it has been handy when shore power is knocked out during a tropical storm for keeping things running. There are a couple of videos that you should look at, two are for the SM2K (Delos and Aquarius) and one also done by Ken from Aquarius of Delos Tour (SM2K): https://youtu.be/2uBS3HcAaRI Aquarius Tour (SM2K): https://youtu.be/Ey1FX9icWv8 Eleuthra Tour (SM #007): https://youtu.be/Qq_yqu1gO2M One last thing, for those of us with the older Super Maramu's, we have yet to find an owners manual :) I hope this helps at least some. Best, Mark S/V It's Good SM #105
On December 4, 2019 at 9:09 AM, "Staten via Groups.Io" <vls43402@...> wrote:
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Re: “Default” anchor arrangement on an Amel 54
Dan Carlson
Hello Soraya, Just for reference; on BeBe (SM#387), we have the 30kg SS Wasi Bugel that we use as the primary. We have a 30Kg alloy Delta type spade anchor as backup in the bow locker (looks like the anchor Nick shows on the starboard roller in his photo) and then we have a 15Kg Delta type, spade anchor in the stern locker. We have used this smaller anchor off of the stern several times with very good holding for our purposes and it is reasonable to handle and deploy/retrieve off of the stern of the boat and out of the dinghy. I think that you need to decide your purpose for it. We like the versatility of the smaller and manageable size. But it's not sufficient as a heavy anchor for a high wind situation. Fortress is even better for providing strength and holding per weight and stowage size. I hope you guys are enjoying the French Polynesia. Best regards, Daniel and Lori Carlson on sv BeBe, SM#387, at Shelter Bay Marina
On Wed, Dec 4, 2019, 9:53 PM Sv Garulfo <svgarulfo@... wrote:
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Re: Greasing stegring cables
smiles bernard
Hi James
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Yes mine has 2 grease nipples also I am happy to report that my morse 401 racks were in great shape on inspection. I’m not too sure what they are made of One of my cables was stiff which is why I took the steering apart. I discovered that’s the reason was due to grease working it’s way into the cable ends and hardening. I managed to flush the old grease out with some kerosene and the cable was very smooth after that. Thanks to Graham on Zephyr for that tip 👍 I think with the use of lithium grease this hardening won’t happen. One to consider. All the very best Miles Maramu 162
On 4 Dec 2019, at 00:06, James Alton via Groups.Io <lokiyawl2@...> wrote:
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Re: Dripless shaft seal
sbmesasailor
Have you considered the Volvo Shaft Seal 828254 Shaft Size 25mm Stern Tube Diameter 42mm? I have used it on my Maramu #121 for 18+ years and only replaced it once. It doesn't "fail" it only starts to leak. That's when you know it's time to replace. Dennis Johns Libertad
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Re: A54 fridge circulation pump and a New Source for Marco Pumps
Mark & Debbie Mueller
You might consider looking for a way to sound insulate the little Marco pump. We have two of a similar model Marco's that replaced the Amel AMFA pump. The Marco pumps are significantly quieter than the AMFA but the Marco is significantly noisier than the Flojet that runs virtually without noise.
-- Mark & Debbie Mueller Brass Ring A54
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Re: Dripless shaft seal
Hi Dave,
We, too had a Newport 41 before our SN! Have sent you a PM. Craig
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B&G H3000 processor for Amel 54
I saw this a few minutes ago. Amel 54 owners might be interested in this H3000 processor. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/e11021.m43.l3160/7?euid=1b5a8ec6626a4735b76dbf16577bc983&bu=43194509542&ut=RU&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F293362255079&sojTags=bu=bu,ut=ut Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Owners Yacht School - www.AmelOwnersYachtSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
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Second roller
ngtnewington Newington
Here is a photo of the extra roller I installed that keeps the chain from dragging over stainless bow fitting.
Nick S/Y Amelia AML 54-019 Greece
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Re: “Default” anchor arrangement on an Amel 54
Sv Garulfo
Hello, Some of you have mentioned fortress, what size do you have/recommend as stern anchor for an A54? Manufacturer table shows fx-55 based on LOA, but presumably not as secondary anchor. Thanks for your feedback. @Nick, could you pls share a picture of the second roller on starboard? Regards Soraya Garulfo A54-122 Marquesas, French Polynesia
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Re: Dripless shaft seal
James Alton
Arlo,
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I have installed a few of the PSS dripless units made by PYI on customer boats. They are pretty well designed but I am going to stay with the original Amel installed Bronze packing gland which is a design that has served me well over 40 years of boating. True in theory the dripless glands can save you a little maintenance time as compared to the original packing gland but if you have the right wrenches, keep the gland clean and greased it isn’t much. The problem I see with the dripless designs that I am familiar with is that they are attached to the shaft log with a quite thin rubber bellows that does not seem to be reinforced with any fabric. The bellows shape provides a small amount of pressure to keep the bearing that seals out the water. Even something lightweight like the end of a mop handle can disturb the bellows and cause leakage. Also you can have salt deposits build up if the dripless unit sits for a long time that can prevent the unit from sealing after turning the shaft. I have had this happen on a customers boat, thankfully I always check the stuffing box or in this case the PSS gland which was dripping profusely after running the engine. Cleaning the sealing surfaces corrected the problem but this is not IMO a plug and play device that does not need to be watched carefully. The proper hose used to connect the bronze packing gland by comparison to the light bellows is perhaps 20X the thickness and well reinforced so much much stronger. A packing gland that has not been tightened often enough might drip a bit of water but if the bellows of a dripless fails completely there can be very significant ingress of water into the boat that is pretty much determined by the clearance between the shaft and the shaft log since there is nothing else keeping it out. A big upgrade to the old bronze packing gland is to use the really good white teflon packing which lasts much longer than the original flax material. With the Teflon packing you can almost end up with a dripless, especially with the addition of the grease injection. I am not familiar with the Las Drop that was suggested to you but it certainly sounds like an interesting design. Best of luck in making the best decision for your boat. James SV Sueno Maramu #220
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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 2000
There isn't a simple answer because some of the features of the SM2k were introduced before the SM2k, and later SM2ks had some additional changes and features. Several years ago, I spent considerable time and effort in an attempt to answer your question and found it is impossible to answer, especially if you need to be 100% accurate and complete to the level of component install locations. You will find with each attempt to accomplish this, there will be someone, correctly stating, yes, but you didn't list..... If you are looking to buy a SM, the SM2k will be your best choice, however, if your budget limits selecting the SM2k, the SM is a good solution. Like Dan said, look at some. Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Owners Yacht School - www.AmelOwnersYachtSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Wed, Dec 4, 2019, 6:14 PM Dan Carlson <carlsdan61@...> wrote:
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Re: Martinique- Good store for 12v batteries?
Duane Siegfri
Bill,
Thanks for the info. I was there this afternoon. We have a charger that is wet cell only, and Caraibe has only two wet cell types available in quantities of 12. They have a Trojan 31XHS at 130AH (20hour test) for 360 Euros, and the Banner 100 AH at 225 Euros. The Banner inspires no confidenceand based on name recognition, they could not give me a model number, only the 100 AH. I'm not even sure if that's the 20 hour test or the 100 hour test. The Trojan is available in the US at half the price, but that doesn't really matter, just a reality reference. Maybe they're even cheaper on the moon. I think we're going to get 8 of the Trojans, they equal 12 of the Banners in AH's at only a small premium, and they have a quality reputation that will make me sleep well at night. Duane Wanderer, SM#477
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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 2000
Dan Carlson
Honestly Staten, just go look at the boats and decide what is important to you! Other people's opinions will be all over the place based on goals, preferences and budget. The SM is newer, bigger and has more amenities and storage... Both will take you safely around the world. What are you looking for in a boat? Best, Daniel Carlson on sv BeBe, SM#387
On Wed, Dec 4, 2019, 6:53 PM Staten via Groups.Io <vls43402=yahoo.com@groups.io wrote: Thanks. But that discussion appears to only concern the Mango and a version of the Super Maramu. Im not finding a discussion of the 2000 model Super Maramu and prior versions.
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Re: Super Maramu vs. Super Maramu 2000
Staten
Thanks. But that discussion appears to only concern the Mango and a version of the Super Maramu. Im not finding a discussion of the 2000 model Super Maramu and prior versions.
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Re: Dripless shaft seal
Hi,
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I have no qualms endorsing the PSS dripless shaft seal as I have had one on my Newport 41 for 10 yrs, with no problems at all. I inspect it frequently and have seen no actual wear and only slight stiffening in the bellows after 8 years prompting a replacement at our last haul out. They re not terribly expensive so a more frequent replacement schedule is not too onerous. Just my 2 cents. Dave Bruce Liesse SN006
On Dec 4, 2019, at 1:27 PM, Matt Salatino via Groups.Io <helmsmatt@...> wrote:
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