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#1
Mystery fuel leak 2003 MKII Plastic tank

So I had a fuel leak this past weekend.    I was making a 150 mile trip between Kingston and Toronto Ontario.   Before leaving I filled the tank so full that it came out of overflow valve on transom (not intentional).   I started my trip with two hours of motoring before sailing on a port tack with some waves and 15 knots of wind.   After several hours of sailing I noticed that some diesel ha been leaking out of tank.   Because of the healing angle some of the diesel ended up traversing corner of the aft wall to underneath aft cabin and along the side of the prop shaft and ended up coming out the side of engine compartment onto aft cabin floor.   I inspected all hoses and everything looks intact and tight.  My best guess is that the diesel might be coming out of gasket under fuel valve at top of tank?   After cleaning and inspecting I did not have any more leaks once I burned off another 30 litres of fuel (7 gal?).  seems like a full tank issue.   I have attached pics.   Red indicates the area the diesel came out from behind the wood access covers.

Any tips on trying to trouble shoot and find the leak?  My thought was to try and fill again to max levels and recreate the problem by going for a sail on a port tack, this time with no bedding and cushions to soak it up.  Then I can be down there and see it happen.  Is this a bad idea?  It's a plastic tank.  Would love to know what you would do. 

There is always something  :shock:
#2
Wondering your thoughts on continuing to use a mast step that has a crack under one of the 4 bolts?   The replacement has to be modified to fit and also needs new holes drilled.  I wish it was as easy as buying a new one and swapping it out. 
#3
I suspect the PO of my boat let the windless do all the heavy lifting instead of the boat.  My motor is almost completely fried.  Looking to buy a replacement as I opened it up and it's likely beyond a rebuild.   Has anyone upgraded their windless and has a spare vw500 motor for the model which includes the 1/4 inch chain gypsy? 
PM me if you do.
#4
Would love input into the best way to mount my new engine lift to the transom.  I was thinking of the plate at the bottom of the pole directly to the fibreglass and then piece of  plywood between fibreglass and backing plate on the inside.  4200 before tightening up.  Would love to hear if you had a better plan?  The end of the mop handle indicates where I plan to install the base.  Lifting a 2 stroke 9.9 so there will be a good 80 lbs on it while operating.   The other end of the lift has a mounting bracket on the stern rail.
#5
Even though the Sherwood 9000K impeller looks identical to my current impeller, it won't go on the shaft? From everything I've read, this is the right size for a 2003 era M35B. Has anyone else had this experience?  Do they ever screw up the sizing and put out bad products?
#6
Just wanted to see if anyone has installed a Raritan PH Superflush with the larger household bowl in a Mark II?  The price is close to the same as the compact model so I would love a larger seat if the option was there? 

Scott
#7
I usually cut a yearly video of my summer sailing in 1000 Islands Ontario/NY State and fall in Toronto.  Thought I would share in case some members wanted to see what the area is like.  Note, this is a family video so you will have to sit through the odd shot of some of my family members.  I ended up buying a drone at the end of The season which is why there is limited drone footage.  The other boat is my brother's CS34

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YklsncqrO5Q

Scott


#8
Main Message Board / Hot water tank mystery 2003 MKII??
September 23, 2018, 11:06:52 AM
Any plumbing wizards out there that can tell me why my hot water tank starts dumping water out of the indicated hose when I try and charge the water system?  Its a steady stream out of the rear valve/black hose. Any help would be appreciated.  I'm really dumb with this stiff.  Pics attached.
Scott
#9
Main Message Board / Shore Power No Battery Question
April 08, 2017, 09:42:59 AM
On the hard hooked up to shore power. I have removed the batteries.  The only thing I can power are the outlets. How come features like the bilge pump on the breaker panel are not getting any power?
#10
I have searched all over and have yet to find an answer. I'm sure it's out there and I risk getting scolded but I'm asking anyway.   Upgrading batteries to 4 6v Trojan T 145's. I plan on keeping my 1-2-both switch factory set for now and will not run alt directly to main bank.  I need to buy a small emergency battery (starting battery).  Because I plan on using the main bank for everything, including starting, should my back up be a small "starting" battery or a small "deep cycle" battery.  The smaller the better as I may try and fit it on the Starboard side of the water heater.   Is group 24 too small if it's just a backup to get the engine running?

Excuse the dirt you see in the picture. The boat is brand new to me and needs a good cleaning.


#11
Main Message Board / Outboard mount weight limit
December 15, 2016, 12:21:29 PM
Hey just bought a 2003 mkII.  Wondering if anyone knows the max weight for this outboard mount?  I have a Mercury 9.9 2 stroke that must weigh between 75 and 80 lbs. Also, how do I know what hull number I have? I assume it says on the hull serial number?
Thanks!
Scott
#12
Main Message Board / Propane question
September 26, 2016, 05:00:01 PM
Apologies if this has been covered before. Just bought a 03 Cat 34 and it's my first time with a boat that has a propane cooktop and stove.  Can someone explain to me how one can use a propane stove in a small space without gassing themselves?  I recall many people dying after the ice storm of 98 in Quebec when they lost power and used propane BBQ's in their house for warmth.