Another factor that impacts your daily electrical needs is where (and what time of year) you plan to do most of your sailing. Here in the Pacific Northwest, we have long summer days (reducing cabin lighting requirements), and mild air and water temperatures (reducing refrigeration requirements). Based on our battery monitor readings, our average daily draw on extended cruises (1-2 weeks) ranges from 40-60 amp hours. That includes extensive use of the refrigerator/freezer both to keep our meat supply frozen, and an ample supply of beer and kids drinks cool.
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Main Message Board / Engine mounts for Universal M35a
October 01, 2007, 03:26:43 PM
We plan to replace the original engine mounts on our 1992 C34 over the winter to reduce engine noise and vibration. Our boat is equipped with the Universal M35A engine, and a PSS dripless stuffing box. According previous posts, the M35A specifications indicate that the Vetus K100 engine mounts are recommended. 1) Does anybody have experience with this engine/engine mount combination? 2) Is there any concern that with the softer engine mounts, the PSS stuffing box will allow the shaft to rattle against the shaft log at rougher RPM ranges?