I'm still working through my to-do list.
I got the NEW alternator installed and tested... Priceless!
The old alternator was 'intermittent.' it would sometimes work and then it would drop out, causing the RPM gauge to bounce around or totally stop working and drop to zero. (you need to know your RPM's so you dont overheat the engine) The output of battery charging power would also stop, causing drain on the boats house battery's. turns out the old fan belt was the wrong kind, causing uneven wear and a 'wobble'. The bearings on the old one wore out...
old belt
old fan belt lookalike on a mower
new alternator and belt
Listen to the beautiful hum now!
After the fan belt fiasco, next i installed yesterday a NEW engine room exhaust fan. I have two exhaust fans that blow hot air out of the engine room via 4 stainless scoops up on the side of the cockpit. Two scoops bring in fresh cool air and the other two are blower out vents.
Next to-do, some paperwork and check lists stuff that will hopefully keep my hands clean and get everything organized prior to my Bahama departure. Another provisioning run for some last minute food stuffs. Gather up taxes and get those taken care of... Lastly, think of all the stuff i forgot.
Have a great weekend! -Skip
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