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Thanks for all the helpful suggestions. I look forward to my next oil change, and after it to see the clean yellowish oil in the motor, rather than the black muck (and less of it on me and the boat)!
Tom

I have the Universal 35 in my 1998 Mark 11 with the capped engine oil drain line coming to the front of the engine. I don't know how to connect this line to the intake on my hand pump. I have read earlier postings on changing engine oil and also the Universal manual, but cannot find mention of the thread size or how to connect the drain line to my Jabsco hand pump.
To this point I have been pumping out of the dip stick hole. This is messy and I don't think as efficient a way to get all the used oil out.
Any help would be appreciated.
Tom

Thanks to all who responded to my Autohelm problem, especially Paulus....as Torrensens did have one that fits the bill!

Tom

Thanks for the suggestions for autohelm parts. I'll try the
Watertown lead and then Torrensons and let you know the results.
Tom

I have a 1998 Mark 11 and broke a wheel and the clutch engagement on the wheel drum of my ST 4000 this summer. Neither Ratheon nor MGM services these units anymore, nor are spare parts available.

Does anyone know a source for a new or used ST 4000 wheel drum?

Thanks for the responses! I'll try the balancing act in spring.
Tom

I have a 1998 34 Mark 11 and am not able to lower the table top to the berth position. I can remove the top and the side screw fastener but the post only moves slightly and seems to be stuck in the "up" position. The previous owner had never lowered the top or used this berth.
The manufacturer suggested I send the whole thing in to them for an inspection, but I am in Canada and the boat is 500 miles away on the hard for winter.
Has anyone else had the same problem or can offer any suggestions
Tom