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[Amel Yacht Owners] Digest Number 776
Eric & John, I am intrigued by this 6 volt option. I have 12 house batteries. . I assume that you would divide these into 4 parallel wired sets of 3 batteries with an output of 6 volts per set. . Then
Eric & John, I am intrigued by this 6 volt option. I have 12 house batteries. . I assume that you would divide these into 4 parallel wired sets of 3 batteries with an output of 6 volts per set. . Then
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Aft A/C Clima Blower Motor
What I think you have is: Climma Fan Capacitors (3) see attached But you may have the newer, Compact 9 control board and capacitors circa 2016 Also, take a look at http://theamelschool.blogspot.com/p/
What I think you have is: Climma Fan Capacitors (3) see attached But you may have the newer, Compact 9 control board and capacitors circa 2016 Also, take a look at http://theamelschool.blogspot.com/p/
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Main sail outhaul boom block replacement
I think you should find that it is a common size and most any Rigger will be able to help you with a replacement. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.
I think you should find that it is a common size and most any Rigger will be able to help you with a replacement. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Genset starter voltage drop
Most of the time the issue is a weak starting battery. The Onan is vulnerable because the legnth of wire from the battery is twice as long as your main engine. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy
Most of the time the issue is a weak starting battery. The Onan is vulnerable because the legnth of wire from the battery is twice as long as your main engine. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Servicing the GROHE thermostatic shower mixer
Peter, In the US, Coastal Climate Control. info"at"coastalclimatecontrol.com http://www.coastalclimatecontrol.com/index.php/refrigeration/frigoboat.html They have more than listed on their website and
Peter, In the US, Coastal Climate Control. info"at"coastalclimatecontrol.com http://www.coastalclimatecontrol.com/index.php/refrigeration/frigoboat.html They have more than listed on their website and
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Just a bit off topic, but worth saying...
Bill Kinney, et al, Exactly...well said, AND, I believe it takes some effort to maintain a Group Forum such as this one. I have been a member for about 12 years. I can remember several "new" members t
Bill Kinney, et al, Exactly...well said, AND, I believe it takes some effort to maintain a Group Forum such as this one. I have been a member for about 12 years. I can remember several "new" members t
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Rescueing method of casualty (Person Over Board)
Phillip, I believe that the way the Super Maramu was designed, rigged, and equipped, it may be superior to any other sailboat regarding your rescue questions. The mizzen mast was rigged with 2 each 10
Phillip, I believe that the way the Super Maramu was designed, rigged, and equipped, it may be superior to any other sailboat regarding your rescue questions. The mizzen mast was rigged with 2 each 10
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Rescueing method of casualty (Person Over Board)
Of course, I didn't say it, and I should have to be absolutely clear, but when lifting a person who is unable to swim or be pulled to the swim ladder, the mizzen boom should be held in place with the
Of course, I didn't say it, and I should have to be absolutely clear, but when lifting a person who is unable to swim or be pulled to the swim ladder, the mizzen boom should be held in place with the
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Dessalator pump not working
Paul, That posting about 2 each 30mfd was me, but it was for a Dessalator 160. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island,
Paul, That posting about 2 each 30mfd was me, but it was for a Dessalator 160. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island,
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Shield Wire in NMEA 2000 Backbone
Duane, I don't have a direct answer to your question, but here is some information for you that may be helpful. Shields are normally connected to the metal case of the devices that are connected by th
Duane, I don't have a direct answer to your question, but here is some information for you that may be helpful. Shields are normally connected to the metal case of the devices that are connected by th
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Alternator replacement
Rink, This is what you need: Leece-Neville 175 amp voltage alternator Model no. 8SC3009ZA Regulator Model 8RL3021 Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amel
Rink, This is what you need: Leece-Neville 175 amp voltage alternator Model no. 8SC3009ZA Regulator Model 8RL3021 Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amel
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Introduction and Finding Furling Motor Parts (Amel 54)
Scott, Welcome to the Group. Bamar Contact: Caterina Cammaroto [mailto:caterina"at"bamar.it] Other items needed: Mainsail furling motor: replace carbon brushes, replace key on drive shaft - Amel SAV M
Scott, Welcome to the Group. Bamar Contact: Caterina Cammaroto [mailto:caterina"at"bamar.it] Other items needed: Mainsail furling motor: replace carbon brushes, replace key on drive shaft - Amel SAV M
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] BOAT GRAPHICS - FLOTATION LINE COLOR
I thought the original waterline color on all Maramus was Orange??? Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX
I thought the original waterline color on all Maramus was Orange??? Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School http://www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Rescueing method of casualty (Person Over Board)
Danny, I agree completely, and, in my experience, this is not the first time the RYA has promoted something that is illogical and impractical. I thought this statement was unusual, "Thank you very muc
Danny, I agree completely, and, in my experience, this is not the first time the RYA has promoted something that is illogical and impractical. I thought this statement was unusual, "Thank you very muc
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Rescueing method of casualty (Person Over Board)
Danny, Every SM that I have seen (50-75) was built with two 10mm Polyester halyards in addition to the mizzen sail halyard. When new, these had a breaking load of about 1,400kg (3,000 pounds) and a wo
Danny, Every SM that I have seen (50-75) was built with two 10mm Polyester halyards in addition to the mizzen sail halyard. When new, these had a breaking load of about 1,400kg (3,000 pounds) and a wo
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] BOAT GRAPHICS - FLOTATION LINE COLOR
SM Red Line was simply the last Super Maramus trying out the 54 colors. The last 54s tried out the 55 colors. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com
SM Red Line was simply the last Super Maramus trying out the 54 colors. The last 54s tried out the 55 colors. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] lifting with mizzen boom, climbing mizzen, and halyard lengths
Ryan, Good points. I think two lines can be better than one line and a static line except in the situation where you only have a total of two crew members: 1 to go up and 1 to hoist. And, the one thin
Ryan, Good points. I think two lines can be better than one line and a static line except in the situation where you only have a total of two crew members: 1 to go up and 1 to hoist. And, the one thin
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Airmar P79 Installation
Eric, https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/88672 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
Eric, https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/88672 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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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Black Tank Secrets
Gary, I have been monitoring this process on ADAGIO since you began the effort. So far, I would say, "Great Job!" I have wondered about exactly how the "fill tube" extends to near the top of the tank,
Gary, I have been monitoring this process on ADAGIO since you began the effort. So far, I would say, "Great Job!" I have wondered about exactly how the "fill tube" extends to near the top of the tank,
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CW Bill Rouse
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Cleaning rust stains
To add a few things that I have learned. The VERY IMPORTANT thing about using acid is it will remove the chrome from chrome plated bronze turnbuckles and winches. If left on Stainless Steel it will et
To add a few things that I have learned. The VERY IMPORTANT thing about using acid is it will remove the chrome from chrome plated bronze turnbuckles and winches. If left on Stainless Steel it will et
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