Alan is 100% correct. I spent hours (okay ~ days ~ or, perhaps weeks) researching this. The 802 cable that connects the 802 to the AT has a ground wire and should be connected to both the 802 and to t

Herbert, This just went way over my head. If the capacitors are on parallel this means 4 connection points – two at each end? How is this connected to the single ground wire? Also, the boat ground is

Derick, I blow up my Islandtime PC router when I installed my SSB. I have a HAM friend. In hind sight, I should have consulted him at the beginning for the project rather than trouble shooting afterwa

Bases on some of the discussions regarding thermometers in the batteries etc. I am thinking about adding a temperature sensor to the engine room. I am wondering if I can get one that has a humidity al

Derick, The low pass filter is connected to the Antenna Out at the SSB and the antenna cable leading to the antenna turner is connected to the low pass filter. You will need to make a short piece of a

Derick, I installed a small DC-DC isolated converter. I forget the brand but they would be similar to this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-DC-Converter-Isolated-Power-module-24V-32VIn-12V-Out-/23040767611

John, Fair winds to you. “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson Best regards, Mark and Cindy SM2K #275 ww

What is wrong with Zantrex? Best regards, Mark SM2K #275 www.creampuff.us

Bob and Marybeth Gray, Welcome and congrats on a great boat! Best regards, Mark SM2K #275 www.creampuff.us

Alexandre, The wire size should be printed on the outside of the wire insulation (usually runs the length of the wire in small print) Best regards, Mark SM2K #275 www.creampuff.us

Alex, I am guessing it is not the turbo. But, the good news is the turbocharger is very easy to diagnose. 1) With the engine OFF. Remove the air intake for the turbo and reach into the turbocharger wi

John, Mine is located behind the master DC red handled levers in the battery compartment. I had to really look for it. It is low down below the master levers in the bottom of the little compartment fo

Alex, The turbocharger is lubricated with engine oil so I would hesitate about spraying anything else inside the unit in fear of contaminating the engine oil. Anything needing lubrication should be se

Alex, Sorry. Have been off the computer for a few days. The good news is; at least you know where the problem is. The bad news is it is not going to be cheap (unless you can do it yourself). Just as a

Yes, it is connected to the points you mention. However, the cable I have with my unit, the green ground wire is insulated (not bare). See Icom link: http://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/marine/ssb/

Alex, I tried to find the email from the rebuild kit we purchased. Unfortunately, it seems to be long gone. The turbo is made by IHI. There are only a few turbo manufacturers in the world. This is not

Derick, Try Coke Cola. Put the affected chain length in a bucket with a few liters of Coke and let it sit for a few days. This should do the trick. Best regards, Mark SM2K #275 www.creampuff.us

what is the link to the pictures?

Very cool pics! If the event is repeated next year, count us in. Best regards, Mark SM2K #275 www.creampuff.us

Gary, The wood is finished with a semi-gloss polyurethane. I would think you can use anything that is safe to use on home furniture with a non abrasive cloth. We use a mix of mild detergent and water.