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FW: Comparing Amel Super Maramu to the Amel 54 & 55
Hello Ms. Sloman and Mr. Harries. I wrote this not too long ago and although there are no graphs and polar charts, I think I can promise you that the information is accurate and fully representative o
Hello Ms. Sloman and Mr. Harries. I wrote this not too long ago and although there are no graphs and polar charts, I think I can promise you that the information is accurate and fully representative o
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ACMO and mechanical end fittings
Hello Nicolas. I have never had a need to contact or work with ACMO but I know plenty of people who have who praise them uniformly with the possible exception of the time it takes to get an order fulf
Hello Nicolas. I have never had a need to contact or work with ACMO but I know plenty of people who have who praise them uniformly with the possible exception of the time it takes to get an order fulf
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amelforme
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2008 Amel 54 rigging
Hello Laurens. Long time… It is best to ask your insurance carrier what limitations of time are placed on your standing rigging. Most insurance companies that do state limitations usually require comp
Hello Laurens. Long time… It is best to ask your insurance carrier what limitations of time are placed on your standing rigging. Most insurance companies that do state limitations usually require comp
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What is this pole for?
Most likely a sun awning support or a cockpit Bimini extension support that is tied onto/between the port and starboard mizzen shrouds. What year/hull number do you have ? All the best, Joel JOEL F. P
Most likely a sun awning support or a cockpit Bimini extension support that is tied onto/between the port and starboard mizzen shrouds. What year/hull number do you have ? All the best, Joel JOEL F. P
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amelforme
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Inside Tips - "How to work with a broker to Buy or Sell your Amel" - ZOOM also simulcast and recorded on YouTube - Sat, 04/10/2021 20:00-21:00, Please RSVP
#cal-reminder
Hello Xavier and my friend Craig Briggs gives me too much credit. My French is not good enough to try to do a “simulcast” in French and English. Perhaps you could have a friend who is bi-lingual watch
Hello Xavier and my friend Craig Briggs gives me too much credit. My French is not good enough to try to do a “simulcast” in French and English. Perhaps you could have a friend who is bi-lingual watch
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Unknown Part found
#spares
Hi Ruedi. The wooden part is a puzzle, have never seen anything like it on any of the Amels I have ever been on. Not big enough for a spare emergency tiller cabin top plug . The nut and locking tab wa
Hi Ruedi. The wooden part is a puzzle, have never seen anything like it on any of the Amels I have ever been on. Not big enough for a spare emergency tiller cabin top plug . The nut and locking tab wa
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amelforme
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SM2K dishwasher space
Hi Jeff and congratulations on your acquisition. Unfortunately, the early boats that had the front opening dishwasher, it is no longer available and is not supported for spare parts. Same thing with t
Hi Jeff and congratulations on your acquisition. Unfortunately, the early boats that had the front opening dishwasher, it is no longer available and is not supported for spare parts. Same thing with t
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Any SM owners use a Beta engine??
The fuel filters are mounted in a position that is a little uncomfortable to access for a good reason. When positioned as God and Henri Amel wished, the filters will almost always be below the fuel le
The fuel filters are mounted in a position that is a little uncomfortable to access for a good reason. When positioned as God and Henri Amel wished, the filters will almost always be below the fuel le
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amelforme
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What is this for?
These are foot rests that encourage one to be able to better brace themselves when using the marine toilet. They fit into the teak grate over the shower sump. Anecdotal rumor suggests Captain Amel was
These are foot rests that encourage one to be able to better brace themselves when using the marine toilet. They fit into the teak grate over the shower sump. Anecdotal rumor suggests Captain Amel was
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amelforme
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Registering an SM in Canada
Hello Jeff as you have probably come to understand, the Canadian tonnage is a nearly but not exactly the same thing as the UK tonnage. It is based on ancient and arcane measurements that support the f
Hello Jeff as you have probably come to understand, the Canadian tonnage is a nearly but not exactly the same thing as the UK tonnage. It is based on ancient and arcane measurements that support the f
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amelforme
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Leather steering wheel cover install
By a small amount I think all the dimensions were different enough to need a good accurate measurement. Sorry I can't remember more details. Should have written things down... JOEL F. POTTER CRUISING
By a small amount I think all the dimensions were different enough to need a good accurate measurement. Sorry I can't remember more details. Should have written things down... JOEL F. POTTER CRUISING
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amelforme
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Leather steering wheel cover install
There were at least three distinctly different steering wheels used on the Super Maramu during the production that yielded 479 examples over 16 years. I don’t remember the time period each wheel was b
There were at least three distinctly different steering wheels used on the Super Maramu during the production that yielded 479 examples over 16 years. I don’t remember the time period each wheel was b
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amelforme
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SM2K Lewmar ST 58 winch ELS control box p/n 48000222
Contact Roger Underwood at Nance and Underwood Rigging FortLauderdale. 954-764-6001 $616.70 Also called the "soft start" device, I sometimes see these in the same failure mode you describe on brokerag
Contact Roger Underwood at Nance and Underwood Rigging FortLauderdale. 954-764-6001 $616.70 Also called the "soft start" device, I sometimes see these in the same failure mode you describe on brokerag
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Onan 11kw white smoke on running
Hi Billy. If the white ‘smoke’ quickly dissipates, it is most likely caused by water getting into the combustion process. If it hangs in the air and leaves a sheen on the water, it is most likely from
Hi Billy. If the white ‘smoke’ quickly dissipates, it is most likely caused by water getting into the combustion process. If it hangs in the air and leaves a sheen on the water, it is most likely from
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amelforme
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Anchor chain counter
Hello Paul. The Amel 54 uses a vertical capstan Lewmar windlass with an integral chain counter as part of the system. It is entirely different than the Pouchon supplied counter on the Lofrans horizont
Hello Paul. The Amel 54 uses a vertical capstan Lewmar windlass with an integral chain counter as part of the system. It is entirely different than the Pouchon supplied counter on the Lofrans horizont
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New rub rail inserts
Joel would never say something so untrue. A new insert might make the boat sell quicker and for a bit more money, but not 15%. Craig, I have told you a billion times not to exaggerate... JOEL F. POTTE
Joel would never say something so untrue. A new insert might make the boat sell quicker and for a bit more money, but not 15%. Craig, I have told you a billion times not to exaggerate... JOEL F. POTTE
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Running back stays on A54
Peter, my Amel 54 # 14 was the best and most satisfying boat I have ever owned. The only thing worse than selling it would have been keeping it but not being able to enjoy it in the manner it was inte
Peter, my Amel 54 # 14 was the best and most satisfying boat I have ever owned. The only thing worse than selling it would have been keeping it but not being able to enjoy it in the manner it was inte
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Running back stays on A54
Peter, I’ll send you that 20 quid I promised. Sorry that it looks like our pub lunch in the splendid English summertime will have to wait another year. Everybody say a prayer for Bill Rouse. Hurricane
Peter, I’ll send you that 20 quid I promised. Sorry that it looks like our pub lunch in the splendid English summertime will have to wait another year. Everybody say a prayer for Bill Rouse. Hurricane
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amelforme
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Sand Blasting
Hi Pat. Before you paint the bottom or apply any coatings, be certain to have the bottom checked with a moisture meter over its entire surface. It states in the Amel owner’s manual in the third sectio
Hi Pat. Before you paint the bottom or apply any coatings, be certain to have the bottom checked with a moisture meter over its entire surface. It states in the Amel owner’s manual in the third sectio
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tb/AMEL owner or AMEL familiar professional near COOMERA QLND AUSTRALIA/AYOG
Hi Teun and let me assure you, I worked with Sue and Brian for nearly a decade before their time was ripe to buy their Amel. During this interlude I got to know them quite well. They manage mega yacht
Hi Teun and let me assure you, I worked with Sue and Brian for nearly a decade before their time was ripe to buy their Amel. During this interlude I got to know them quite well. They manage mega yacht
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