Recent content by Darran1967

Does anyone know if it is possible to convert a Volvo 2002 from a manual engine stop to an electronic one. I had an idea of fitting a solenoid to pull the cable but the travel on the cable is 60mm and I can't find a solenoid to suit. I could also make a lever on a pivot for this. I am unsure...

I have just got back into sailing after an 11 year break and require a Garmin G Chart for the North East of England. I have a Garmin GPSMAP 230 Chart plotter. I have a chart for English Channel Offshore (The Solent) if anyone is interested or maybe wants to swap. Many thanks Darran

Got your PM Spuddy, Thank you, I have been looking at photo's of various Centaurs trying to see any with the shrouds to the hull, now I know why I couldn't find any :) Anyone got any photo's of a Centaurs keels before and after reinforcement (or at least a description of what to look for)?

Thanks for that guys. I was aware of the keels needing to be reinforced but not of the shrouds, good tip. Boats in my budget may well need to be re-engined but I have enough experience and pals who can help to fully overhaul an engine.

Hi Spuddy, I've been trying to PM you but it doesn't seem to be sending. I'm interested in finding out more information about the Centaur. Could you please try to PM me with any details you have or let me know if you need me to send my details for you to pass on. Kind regards Darran

May seem a bit obvious but have you tried Sunderland Yacht Club. This will cost you £96 for the first year. I know of a few people that joined and now regularly crew for boat owners. If you go down to the club they'll make you feel welcome and may even allow you a few visits to ensure that...

TOP TIP!!! I have posted threads on here before saying that I find it impossible to hand start a Yanmar GM10, well i`ve now cracked the problem. I went down to my boat yesterday and found that I had left the 12v supply switched on, this has lead to a completely flat battery. In order to start...

[ QUOTE ] Not in my experience! I can hand start the Volvo MD2 in the boat easily, even in midwinter, despite its 38 years; I never managed it with the Yanmar IGM10 in another boat we had for a time. You must be much fitter than I! [/ QUOTE ] I agree, I Had a Volvo MD3 and could easily hand...

G Chart for North East England wanted

Sorry to trouble you, I would like to know where you have got your new prop from. I am trying to find an 11" by 8 RH prop for my hustler 25.5. am finding it hard to find one at a reasonable price and delivery time. I can buy one from vetus for £91 but there is a 12 to 14 week wait. I can...

Could you tell me what connections there are and how much you want for them, if they are cheap enough, I would buy them from you and take a chance. Kindest regards Darran

I am looking for a mast head wind indicator to be used with a smiths guage. If you have a complete system, I could be interested in that if it`s cheap enough. Regards Darran Email darran@monk67.plus.com

I need a right handed 12" prop to fit a 1" diameter shaft. I may be able to use a smaller prop if the pitch is ok. It is for a Hustler 25.5 with a Yanmar GM10.

If it is normal car speakers that you are looking for, try finding some shelf mounted ones with their own back box, split them apart and mount the box behind the speakers (if you have the room) with the wall sandwiched in between. They probably won`t sound as nice as the original ones, but they...

I have a wind speed gauge in the cabin of my yacht, however, there is nothing connected to it and I don`t think there are any fittings up the mast. I would like to get the gear to make it work again as it is a nice little meter. On the face of the dial is the makers name `Smiths`. I have a...