[kalinowski]

I didn’t think of the tank vent (me…duh).  I’ve just found water on the inspection port and assumed that was the culprit.  Probably the vent overflow collecting there.  I do listen to water coming up the fill tube though and try to time it accordingly.  If some fresh water in the bilge is no problem, then I’m good.  

Thanks

Dan

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

I had the same leak problem and had other commitments that to be dealt with.  I used emergency rescue tape from West to seal up the leak till I could deal with it.  It worked great.

[kalinowski]

If is the same during our electric conversion.  Those damn throttle and trans levers were a pain to remove!  I sanded and repainted the pedestal while at it.

Have you designed your “throttle” (pot switch) yet?

Dan. Kalinowski

S/V Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

Did you run aground?  Was it a PO?  Was she blocked improperly?

[kalinowski]

In Hawai’i, it’s called peeling.  I had our boat “peeled” and then added 3 layers of barrier coat.  Topped all off with 2 coats of bottom paint.  I haven’t had a blister since and it’s been 5 years.

[kalinowski]

You previously mentioned having a tight fit with the motor?  How did you resolve that?  I’m curious about where you mounted the control unit.

[kalinowski]

How did you get the fuel tank out?  I pulled mine out in one piece after I got rid of the Westerbeast.  The hard part was undoing the top fittings. On my way to the dumpster with it, I was lucky enough to run into a guy who offered me $25 for it!

[kalinowski]

Thanks all for the info on lifts.  

Never really thought about the variances as we go to the the same local yard all the time.  All our sailing with this boat has been limited to these Sandwich Isles.  

Dan K

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

In the 9 years we’ve owned our ketch, we’ve only been going to one yard here on O’ahu for service (only 2 big Travelifts on island).  We’ve always gone in bow first and never had to adjust the rig.  Based on all the more experienced comments posted, I’m wondering if this is uncommon?

Dan

Jolly Lama #135

KeehiLagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

I’ve never had a problem.  Just make sure the aft strap isn’t on the prop shaft.  The first time my yard did a lift, they had a guy dive under to check placement.  Then they took pix for future reference.

Dan K

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

Curious.  What hull number is Bead Game?  How did she get her keel crack?

Dan Kalinowski

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

Aloha Typhoontye: the overheating problem was the last straw for me with the original W58. After nursing along the old Westerbeast, the unsolvable overheating hassles pushed me to decision time.

I chucked the W58, V-drive, fuel tank, and all. Went electric. Fits our boat usage perfectly with no worries.

Good Luck

Dan Kalinowski
S/V Jolly Lama #135
Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

Aloha!

Dan Kalinowski

S/V Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

I guess I’m lucky as I’ve never had a leak from the plastic, non-opening
ports.

Yes, my four refinished ports are aluminum.  They’re not perfect, but look pretty good for the dollars spent (about $150).  

Dan K

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

[kalinowski]

My 1980 ketch came with only 4 opening ports: port side in aft cabin; port side over stove; stbd side above head sink; stbd side in shower stall.  I removed them, had them sand blasted and powder coated, and fitted new seals and lenses.  Look great and a cheap alternative.

Dan K

Jolly Lama #135

Keehi Lagoon, O’ahu

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