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  1. dogdoc

    225 1999 turnament wiring Simrad 3100 and Lowarnace NEP-2

    From what I have seen the ignition switch does not power or turn on/off accessories on most boats. A better solution would be a switch or small switch panel. Look at New Wire marine for ideas. Hopefully a battery switch does control power to the fuse block.
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    Bilge Wiring Diagram - 1999 Bimini 306 - adding a bilge alarm

    Well I am in it now. As I see it this is not an alarm, but a sound indicator that the system has been energized by either the manual switch or the automatic float switch. The only alarm or failure indicator would be no sound when manually energizing via the switch to test or use the system...
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    Bilge Wiring Diagram - 1999 Bimini 306 - adding a bilge alarm

    I have been watching this and am not sure what the purpose is. As I see it the alarm only tells you voltage has been sent to the pump, but does not give indication of high water level or if the pump is actually pumping. Am I wrong?
  4. dogdoc

    helm chair

    just to clarify, new cushions, not painting the metal it is fine, only the white armrest, back and seat which has very worn finish, not mildew/dirt. I will try a good prep and krylon and give update
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    helm chair

    not painting metal only the white base, arm rest, back
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    helm chair

    Anyone painted their old helm chairs? I upgraded a bit with new cushions but the finish on the backs and arm rest looks bad. Seems like they would come apart easy. thanks
  7. dogdoc

    Replacing Faux Wood Cockpit Trim

    can you share technique. I sanded and painted mine 4 years ago and are looking tired again
  8. dogdoc

    Multiple Engine Flush Process

    Interesting but it all comes down to flow. On my dock if I try to do both motors at same time water will only come out of one engines pee hole
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    Multiple Engine Flush Process

    how quick do thermostats close after hit with cold hose water?
  10. dogdoc

    Field replaceable fittings for SeaStar 5/16ID hose

    found this just now https://www.hydradynellc.com/product/2tfms-6-5b/marine-hose-fittings-ms-series?srsltid=AfmBOooaAtiODfyI1M8pNIbmyuy1O-Tdw5RPH3yZ7VafYdUkSn3TB0sQ
  11. dogdoc

    Fell Marine Wireless Cutoff

    Looked back at Skunks old post. Since then I was told that if I cut any wires at the key/kill switch module it would void the warranty. So it still sits on the bench.
  12. dogdoc

    Need input on quality fishing tools

    The majority of stainless tools marketed for fishing are 304 stainless and will corrode in a saltwater environment. Some are 316 and will last longer. I have used some of my 316 surgery tools on the boat and and they hold up ok, but are way to expensive to buy for fishing. My solution has...
  13. dogdoc

    Mounting modern electronics on 1996 Seafarer- anyone done it?

    https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/what-have-you-done-to-your-grady-lately.36261/post-263116 this is what I did a while back and so far it is ok. potential problem is all wiring is buried behind the screwed on starboard panel. plan to allow a way to get at things. I unscrew the switch panel...
  14. dogdoc

    Raymarine axiom +/west marine

    my bad 5x only on reels, still agood price
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    Raymarine axiom +/west marine

    West Marine has a 5x points special going. They also have a Raymarine axiom+ 9rv on sale for 799, they also have a axiom+ 9rv for sale for 1539.99. I cannot find a difference. Can someone see the reason for price difference. With points the cheaper one is essentially 640 thanks
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    What's cookin?

    hope your flying!
  17. dogdoc

    head odor and potential mod

    never use salt water to flush, we use the fresh water sink sprayer in the head. I do believe it is lack of volume for flushing and waste sitting in the hose. I will be more diligent in flushing with large volume when we get back to dock. I have flushed copiously at the dock recently and added...
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    head odor and potential mod

    When I bought the boat the head (with the exception of the manual pump on toilet) was not functioning. Macerator and indicators did not work. My fix was to convert to a number one only head, we call it the ladies room. To empty the tank I installed a small bilge pump in the tank connected to...
  19. dogdoc

    Tools, what do you have on your boat

    Probably all of the above. Have spare fuel filters but just realized no wrench to remove. Will get one.
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    Use of a Solar Panel to Keep Batteries Charged

    i set up my batteries with the house bank and starting isolated from each other. house has simple on/off. starting have 1-2-both. the cables are to feed the house if needed. which i actually did once when my old ox66 engines aux cables did not function and were not charging the house bank...