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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 13 November 2023, 19:47
Replies: 5
Views: 581
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Optima blue top. Been on mine over 3 years never...

Optima blue top. Been on mine over 3 years never let me down

https://uk.optimabatteries.com/en-gb/products/bluetop/detail/
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 31 October 2023, 13:46
Replies: 27
Views: 1,921
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Common sense would dictate some flex on...

Common sense would dictate some flex on weighbridges. Unless they are calibrated frequently I’d guess there will be some variance there between bridges
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 October 2023, 14:30
Replies: 43
Views: 3,561
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
I’ve been subject to some “quality” professional...

I’ve been subject to some “quality” professional repair jobs and now tend to do it myself
Forum: Engines & props 22 October 2023, 18:47
Replies: 36
Views: 2,482
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
It’s never hard to take apart. When you look at...

It’s never hard to take apart. When you look at all the bits when it’s apart, that’s daunting [emoji1]

Take photographs as you go. They will be invaluable when it comes to rebuild

Most things...
Forum: Engines & props 01 September 2023, 07:50
Replies: 35
Views: 2,311
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
When it cut out could you tell if you lost all...

When it cut out could you tell if you lost all cylinders? If it sounded like any cylinder was trying to fire check ignition coils.

If there was nothing check neutral and kill switch
Forum: Engines & props 31 August 2023, 07:41
Replies: 35
Views: 2,311
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Can’t interpret your readings without a manual...

Can’t interpret your readings without a manual but I’d suspect coil if the readings are not the same.

However start simple. It’s electrical when did you last change the battery?

Are the leads...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 29 August 2023, 07:21
Replies: 22
Views: 1,716
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Leisure battery runs everything bar start plus...

Leisure battery runs everything bar start plus trim and tilt.

The blue sea box provides a facility to link both batteries to help start if the start battery fails or is low on power.

I’ve...
Forum: Engines & props 25 August 2023, 14:32
Replies: 12
Views: 551
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
It’s the under pressure part that’s a concern....

It’s the under pressure part that’s a concern. Leaky fuel pump diaphragm isn’t likely to create that much back pressure
Forum: Electrics and electronics 24 August 2023, 21:20
Replies: 22
Views: 1,716
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Optimax 2001 225hp

Optimax 2001 225hp
Forum: Electrics and electronics 24 August 2023, 21:19
Replies: 22
Views: 1,716
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
If it helps I’m running an optima blue top...

If it helps I’m running an optima blue top starting battery with a 1100amh leasuire battery as house with a blue sea converter to control voltage and charging.

Been on the boat 5 years plus now...
Forum: Engines & props 24 August 2023, 20:13
Replies: 12
Views: 551
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Oil spurting from the dip stick is normally a...

Oil spurting from the dip stick is normally a failed head gasket I’d be looking there tbh
Forum: Engines & props 21 August 2023, 10:07
Replies: 3
Views: 285
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
As the engine speed increases and the pressure of...

As the engine speed increases and the pressure of the water from the pump also increases, the poppet valve will open and allow some of the cooling water to go around the thermostat for a more...
Forum: Engines & props 07 August 2023, 07:39
Replies: 13
Views: 561
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
How clean is your hull? Easy to lose revs and...

How clean is your hull? Easy to lose revs and speed if your dragging a sea garden around
Forum: Engines & props 18 July 2023, 20:26
Replies: 10
Views: 1,086
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Think you may be looking at the emulsion tube....

Think you may be looking at the emulsion tube. The jet feeds that and will probably be in your float bowl
Forum: Engines & props 18 July 2023, 15:27
Replies: 10
Views: 1,086
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Blocked or partially blocked main jet

Blocked or partially blocked main jet
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 July 2023, 13:01
Replies: 11
Views: 509
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Tad confused? That throttle takes throttle...

Tad confused? That throttle takes throttle cables. The electrics are for PTT
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 July 2023, 09:41
Replies: 11
Views: 509
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Like this? ...

Like this?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233088289615?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BXBomfY2QT2&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=i6CrtmCJQGe&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Forum: Engines & props 06 July 2023, 07:58
Replies: 24
Views: 1,170
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
I’ve a later model of this engine so the carb is...

I’ve a later model of this engine so the carb is a little different and without seeing your manifold this may be incorrect

On the later model the hose connects to the manifold and provides...
Forum: Engines & props 05 July 2023, 18:54
Replies: 24
Views: 1,170
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Was the fuel filter full of fuel? If yes the...

Was the fuel filter full of fuel? If yes the fuel pump has pulled fuel. If no dodgy fuel line or primer as old man says.

If it was full likely dirt in the carb , could still be fuel pump bit...
Forum: Engines & props 05 July 2023, 12:27
Replies: 24
Views: 1,170
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Was the vent open in the fuel tank? First place...

Was the vent open in the fuel tank? First place to consider as it sounds like lack of fuel
Forum: Engines & props 25 June 2023, 21:03
Replies: 15
Views: 477
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
At wot it’s sucking hard and will pull fuel past...

At wot it’s sucking hard and will pull fuel past an obstruction.
Forum: Engines & props 25 June 2023, 18:01
Replies: 15
Views: 477
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
I’d start with blocked main jet. If you can get...

I’d start with blocked main jet. If you can get to the float bowl loosen the drain and see if petrol comes out. If there is hardly any it’s carb off and clean
Forum: Engines & props 17 June 2023, 17:51
Replies: 7
Views: 321
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
Coil can break down under load and provide a weak...

Coil can break down under load and provide a weak spark. It can also be intermittent so good some day which would explain you having full power and then not

This...
Forum: Engines & props 17 June 2023, 12:10
Replies: 7
Views: 321
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
I’d be considering a coil breaking down under...

I’d be considering a coil breaking down under load.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 June 2023, 19:12
Replies: 22
Views: 2,479
Posted By neil.mccrirrick
And saves flat spots on wheel bearings!

And saves flat spots on wheel bearings!
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