Nikimat.com is now SuperMaramu2000.com with all the illustrations
Alexandre Uster von Baar
Dear Amel owners, It is coming on 3 years NIKIMAT was lost, I am slowly moving on and eventually will use the domain name for another project. Therefore, I do not want all the illustrations to be lost, so I put them on a new site called: www.SuperMaramu2000.com (With a bit of sadness selecting the pictures) I added a “Tour” (when I took possession of the vessel and completely emptied it). Despite many information being missing, I hope future owners will enjoy the pictures, seeing the inside of the cabinets, some of the features, etc.
The links or page names will remain the same, for example: www.nikimat.com/bow_thruster_overhaul.html becomes www.supermaramu2000/bow_thruster_overhaul.html If you see dead link / missing pages, let me know (forum or direct email). Nikimat.com will stay up for sometime, but start referring the new domain name. Note: I have SuperMaramu.com for sale for $100. I still keep an eye on the forum and hope to continue to meet and see again some of you. Sincerely, Alexandre
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Re: "ISOLATED GROUND" for Main engines and generators
I changed the subject of this thread. I answered Marco below. Anyone else reading this thread, please note that this mistake is commonly made by yards and mechanics changing engines. It can also happen when a mechanic "repairs" a "no-start problem." Many "no-start problems" are the result of a failed 12-volt negative solenoid, which is part of the Isolated Ground system. I know of too many situations where the mechanic by-passed this solenoid, invalidating the Isolated Ground system. Marco, no I do not have a schematic of the Amel Bonding (yellow/green wire). Also, it is important to note, that Amel refined and changed this wiring and what was connected over many years with many changes. This bonding wiring schematic was not documented in any detail until the Amel 50 manual, which seems to be very complete and designed in such a way that a novice can understand most of the detail. When discussing this with your mechanic, it may be useful to tell him that the Amel Bonding system and the Main Engine and Onan Isolated Ground (12-volt Negative) is similar to what many boat builders use when producing an aluminum boat to prevent the aluminum hull. from disintegrating from electrolysis. You will know that you have the wrong mechanic if he tells you that this is not necessary. If he installed a non-isolated ground engine, I believe that you should make changes to the 12-volt connections engine, and until you do make changes, you should maintain a good anode on the propeller as well as the rudder. Bill
On Tue, Jul 14, 2020 at 1:27 AM Marco Mancini <marcomancini61@...> wrote:
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Re: Possible damage from transport ships stacks. Has anyone experienced?
I have only one experience shipping and that was through Pirate Alley and up the Red Sea. There was no ash on any of the 18 yachts on the deck of a BBC ship (German company) that had been chartered by SevenStar. I am amazed that the story you quoted included ash and smoke debris inside the yacht because the yachts are not left open. I think this marina manager has retold this story multiple times exaggerating what he is told, and maybe he has a "friend" that is a delivery captain. First, let's logically examine this: The stack is at the aft of all transport ships that I have seen and it is some unusual conditions that the wind will blow from the aft forward and down to the deck while the ship is cruising at 22kts. Secondly, a fact: The exhaust of transport ships is checked and analyzed in many ports in the world looking to collect a fine for excess carbon at a micron level. The only ships that risk this huge fine are certainly not the ships used by any legitimate operator. Thirdly, and for what it is worth, personal experience: I have spent many days and hours on the decks of cruise ships that have their stack(s) forward of the stern. The only time I ever experienced any similar situation was at a dock in Mexico where a Carnival Cruise ship was burning what smelled like garbage while tied to the dock. I saw the smoke and smelled it, but no ash. Fourth, if something like the marina manager described were to happen, SevenStar provides you with an insurance policy. Bill
On Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 11:32 PM Brian Mitchell <sue@...> wrote:
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Re: Front furler Bamar MEJ upgrade to EJF? Is it worth it?
Porter the water caused corrosion in the brake which then caused the motor to burn out hopefully for you it is just a wire for me it was a new motor.
Cheers stay safe
Courtney
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From: Porter McRoberts via groups.io <portermcroberts@...> To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Sent: Mon, Jul 13, 2020 2:53 pm Subject: Re: [AmelYachtOwners] Front furler Bamar MEJ upgrade to EJF? Is it worth it? Courtney.
I have the same loop in the wires coming out of the EJF. This am the delivery captain tells me the EJF unfurls, but does not furl. What were the symptoms of your failure? Im praying a loose wire explains it. Thanks Amigo. Porter A54-152
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Re: Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak?
I have the same issue I have not taken care of it yet bypass is to make water but do not rinse then there is no issue discovered the problem after making nearly 700 liters of water then waking up to an empty tank.
Cheers
Courtney
Trippin
54 #101
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From: Stefan Schaufert <mail@...> To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Sent: Mon, Jul 13, 2020 6:20 pm Subject: [AmelYachtOwners] Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak? Dear Amelians,
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Re: Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak?
I have stripped down these solenoids a couple of times but generally found that they still leak so recommend replacement.
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Nick Amelia Kilada Greece
On 14 Jul 2020, at 00:34, Porter McRoberts via groups.io <portermcroberts@...> wrote:
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Re: Cruise and Max RPM #solution GROUND LINE
#solution
Marco Mancini
Dear Bill thanks a lot for your valuable information. I will go thought with the mechanic it and I let you know.
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Do you have a schemE of the SM GROUND LINE, I MEAN the cable that connect all the metallic objects on board and that end up on the rudder axis? I don’t remember if in the engine compartment the ground line exist as a wire or it is substituted by the steel frame on which is ploughed the engine and then the ground line continue as a wire in the aft cabin untill the rudder axis . On the other hand I remember that the aft keel bolt , the C transmission are connected to the engine frame. Do I remember exactly ? really thanks for your support . It will be a pleasure sailing with you in the Naples Bay . marco
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Re: Possible damage from transport ships stacks. Has anyone experienced?
Brian Mitchell
We have shipped many yachts around the World, superyachts and our own Amel. We have experience with top loading and float on/float off shipping.
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No matter what, cover and protect everything you can, the exhaust soot does stain the boats, so too the rust fragments from the exhaust stacks. Rust stains will be all over the gel coat.
The ships are old, have done thousands of hours at sea, they are cargo ships and thus are not spotless and or clean running.
The special shrink wrap plastic we use on all the transported yachts does leave a residue and you will need to have your yacht detailed and or very well cleaned at the destination, but it saves on the damage to the gel coat. If your bimini is in good condition
you should cover and protect it or remove it and cover the cockpit. Even remove your sails and pack them in the lazarette or inside the yacht, to be sure they are as safe as they can be.
Vacuuming down your possessions inside the yacht is also recommended. We always covered the carpets however, I have not personally experienced any interior damage, just a heap of exterior mess to clean up upon delivery to the final destination.
The shipping company are never forthcoming on telling you about the exhaust issues, unless you actually ask them.
On the Super Servant the deck crew wash down all the boats each and everyday, but they are shipping superyachts, sportsfishers and sailing boats and still you do get a dirty yacht at the end of the voyage.
Trust this helps, none of the above is second hand, as stated, we have a lot of experience with shipping yachts!! Good luck.
Brian & Sue (Australia) Sue Mitchell
S Y Lola
+61 481 719770
On Jul 14, 2020, at 14:13, Thomas Kleman <lorient422@...> wrote:
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Re: Possible damage from transport ships stacks. Has anyone experienced?
Thomas Kleman
This is second hand so take it for what it's worth. My wife and I encountered an Amel owner in the Carib 7-8 years ago who had shipped their boat and suffered tremendous damage from smokestack ash throughout the entire boat (inside and out). It had been unfortunately positioned downwind of the ship's exhaust for 3 weeks. The boat was permeated with soot....they claimed even inside the compass (which I find not believable) but they were knee deep in litigation. Sorry for painting this image for you.
Tom and Kirstin SM2K 422 Kauia
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Possible damage from transport ships stacks. Has anyone experienced?
Porter McRoberts
Ladies and Gents.
A quick question if you would. We’re in the midst of shipping our Amel out of NZ with Sevenstar. Incidentally the delivery skipper encountered the marina manager who relayed multiple horror stories of transport ship’s smokestack ash and embers causing severe burns to sails, canvas sailboat decks etc. Needless to say I was taken aback. This was never discussed in our pregame !!! Has anyone else encountered such issues? I’d really appreciate any input. Many thanks. Porter A54-152. Excuse the errors. Sent from my IPhone Www.fouribis.net
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Re: Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak?
Porter McRoberts
Agree Bill on the solenoid. Not to difficult to take apart and clean.
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Porter A54-152. Excuse the errors. Sent from my IPhone Www.fouribis.net
On Jul 13, 2020, at 7:16 PM, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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Re: Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak?
Most likely a sticking solenoid. If you run the water maker frequently you should contact Dessalator.com for a new one. If you haven't run it for a while, monitor it and replace if it continues. Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Owners Yacht School +1 832-380-4970 | brouse@... 720 Winnie, Galveston Island, Texas 77550 www.AmelOwnersYachtSchool.com Yacht School Calendar: www.preparetocastoff.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
On Mon, Jul 13, 2020, 5:20 PM Stefan Schaufert <mail@...> wrote:
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Dessalator fresh water rinse - leak?
Stefan Schaufert
Dear Amelians,
today I had a wierd situation with my duo D 100.After turning it off, it did the fresh water rinse like usual, but did not stop.I checked for a leak (in the entire boat) but there is no leak and no open tap.I closed the fresh water valve for the water maker, the rinsing stops.I opened the valve, then the fresh water pump starts again (with rinsing).During the process of making water there is no problem, the fresh water pump is not running.
Thus now I have to close the valve every time after using the water maker.That is possible, but not like it should be.Btw: If I open the fresh water valve for the water maker again (at least) 1 hour later, the pressure is (mostly) stable, no pump is running.
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Re: Santorin Bow Thruster/genoa furler breaker.
Hi Stefania,
If you could post the photo here it would be great - I'm curious. Craig
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Re: Front furler Bamar MEJ upgrade to EJF? Is it worth it?
Porter McRoberts
Courtney.
I have the same loop in the wires coming out of the EJF. This am the delivery captain tells me the EJF unfurls, but does not furl. What were the symptoms of your failure? Im praying a loose wire explains it. Thanks Amigo. Porter A54-152
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Re: Cruise and Max RPM
#solution
Marco, I attached a page from my Amel Book which my answer your question. If not, email me at brouse@... Best, Bill
On Sun, Jul 5, 2020 at 4:46 PM Marco Mancini <marcomancini61@...> wrote:
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Re: Cruise and Max RPM
#solution
JOSE PRIETO
Guys,
Once again I would like to thank all the opinions.
I removed the turbo from my boat and took it to a specialized workshop, which did a review and decarbonization. Now the engine easily reaches over 3,000 rpm.
-- Its great to own an Amel, but having a backup from this group its fantastic. Cheers Jose Prieto SV Wayag, SM 323 Currently Alicante, Spain
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Re: Santorin Bow Thruster/genoa furler breaker.
ste.dente
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my Santorin # 93 has a “ disruptor “ for furled and bow truster. I will send you a photo next week, when I will come back onboard. Have a nice time Stefania Dente SN # 93 Euploia Bocca di Magra Italy
Il giorno 11 lug 2020, alle ore 03:27, Craig & Katherine Briggs SN 68 Sangaris Tropic Isle Harbor, FL via groups.io <sangaris@...> ha scritto:
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SM plumbing under the ink.
eric freedman
Here is a photo of some of the plumbing under the sink of the SM. Fair winds, Eric sm376
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Re: Is there a valve for the water intake for the washing machine?
Thanks, Bill. Kent
On Jul 12, 2020 9:31 PM, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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