I took a piece of copper tubing just big enough to fit over the switch toggle, and crimped it with a pair of pliers. I flattened the other end and drilled a hole through it to attach the float string.

Thanks Michael, that was kind of what I thought, but Amel has always built our boats with extra robust parts for added security. Still contemplating. Would like to hear from some of the other engineer

Hi Eric. Sorry, I thought I posted pics. I am going to the boat today, will post some pics Tonite or tomorrow. It is similar to your old install/refit, but Kristy has a step attached to the cockpit so

Hi Juan, Thank you for answering my post about transmission . I had a similar issue with my ONAN shutting down and found that the sensor on the exhaust elbow was faulty. I had a spare and was back und

Bill K, Thank you for this clear explanation of the Hurth/ZF transmissions. I haven't read this anywhere before and have never understood why my helm has a sign that says in French, not to put in reve

I had a similar experience with my D60 when I replaced the membranes a couple of years ago. I used the fresh water pump to flush water thru the high pressure pump for a minute or two, then turned the

I had the same black growth in my tank the first time I looked. I tried weak bleach solution, vinegar, power washer, all with inadequate results. Someone suggested that the growth is probably a bacter

I'm interested. I have three outputs on the manifold, Yanmar, Onan, and AC. The heads each have separate through hulls. Kent SM 243 , Kristy

Hi Pat, Great, I'm going to give it a try. It's going to have to wait, though, we've decided to cancel our sailing plans until the Covid rules stabilize... the BVI approach finally did it for me. Kris

Hi JB, Welcome to the AYOG and congrats on your new to you Amel. As previously noted, a year or so ago, two members with some Insurance know-how tackled the possibility of a group policy, but ran into

Has anyone routed the engine room vent exhaust (not the engine exhaust) into the cockpit for warmth? There shouldn't be any carbon monoxide in it, but might have a little oil or diesel, ir bilge smell

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Here is the letter I sent to 9nfo at bvitourism dot com I am a long time sailor and cruiser who has been to the BVI many times over the last 40 years, both as a charter boat bareboat cruiser and on my

I have just learned of at least two cruising boats who were sttraying through BVI waters (with no intention of landing) who were stopped by BVI coast guard boats, escorted to a BVI port, and held in q

Hi all, I'm looking at health insurance for myself again. I've been basically self-insuring for overseas care and have DAN Boaters insurance for emergency medical repatriation. Iris has GeoBlue plus D

Hi David, In Kristy, an SM, I also have vertical battens. The angle of the boom is critical, on Kristy it has to be close to 90d. You'll have to find WilnaGrace's sweet spot. I always stand in the com

Great info, thanks, Elja! Kent

Interesting Oliver, What sizes 400 AHr battery? Can they fit in our battery box? Do you have a recommendation for a brand you think is high quality? Thanks, Kent

Thanks to all for your advice. Where would you set float on your alternator, Elja? I have a separate controller, so I can set float where ever I want it. Kent

Hi All, especially those who have switched to Lithium I am going to take the leap when we get back to the Chesapeake in October. I currently have: **105A Magnun Charger/4000W inverter with remote cont