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by jdpandlp
Thu Aug 17, 2023 7:35 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: New magnetic compass
Replies: 8
Views: 2568

Re: New magnetic compass

Had my compass repaired about 8 years ago due to leaking fluid. The repair included replacement of dome and adding the LED light. Cost was WELL below replacment. Viking was the name of the company and it was in MA.
by jdpandlp
Mon Nov 21, 2022 4:34 pm
Forum: Random Chatter
Topic: Freedom 39 transmission
Replies: 3
Views: 2926

Re: Freedom 39 transmission

Not sure if this is what you are looking for but this is the transmission in White Wings hull 35. The manual does not give the angle of deflection built into the case that I could see. My engine is also a 4JHE and is installed level. HURTH HBW Boat Reversing Gearbox Units HBW 150V-2R SN. 05-2071 ib ...
by jdpandlp
Thu Sep 01, 2022 10:55 am
Forum: General Sailing
Topic: Dangers of offset companionways??
Replies: 5
Views: 4434

Re: Dangers of offset companionways??

I have had a 39 Express for 25 years. Lots of off-shore work from Maine to the Dry Tortugas in all of the weather one is eventually gong to encounter regarless of the best weather planning. I have had WhiteWings starboard rail in the water only once and that was on a clear summer afternoon just outs...
by jdpandlp
Mon Jan 17, 2022 10:18 am
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Rigid boom vang for an F38
Replies: 5
Views: 3062

Re: Rigid boom vang for an F38

I have a 39 Express and put Garhauer rigid vangs on both booms about 10 years ago. They will make the collar also based on measurements you provide. They have done a few and will provide instructions on how to take measurements. As I sail singlehanded most of the time the biggest improvement for me ...
by jdpandlp
Sat May 01, 2021 7:11 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Water in the cylinders
Replies: 4
Views: 2017

Re: Water in the cylinders

You didn't mention putting oil in the cylinders but a little and then rotate to coat the cylinder walls, rings and piston will slow rust and corrosion which can still be a problem even with fresh water.
by jdpandlp
Mon Aug 10, 2020 6:53 am
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: Start button - I swear I'll fix it this time
Replies: 23
Views: 14851

Re: Start button - I swear I'll fix it this time

You did not mention the type of engine but I had the same issue on a Yanmar. Tracked the problem to not enough amperage to starter when it was hot. The next time it happens jump the battery connection on the starter to the solenoid, if it turns over you have the issue identified. I wired a NAPA mari...
by jdpandlp
Thu Jun 13, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: F32 reefing
Replies: 9
Views: 6426

Re: F32 reefing

I have the same holes in my sails on a 39 Express. I run bungee cord through them to act as a retainer to keep the reefing hook from the single line reef system from coming out.
by jdpandlp
Thu Mar 21, 2019 7:58 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Rudder Talk
Replies: 3
Views: 3994

Re: Rudder Talk

Thank you for the work.
by jdpandlp
Thu Sep 27, 2018 8:19 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: clutch button
Replies: 3
Views: 4079

Re: clutch button

Sounds like you had an exciting moment. The engine control sounds like the one I have, there are several threads on the site about these controls, usually about being frozen from corrosion. If the control is a single lever that engages the transmission with forward in one direction and reverse in th...
by jdpandlp
Sun Jan 28, 2018 11:57 am
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: Freedom 39 Water Tanks
Replies: 4
Views: 5736

Re: Freedom 39 Water Tanks

I found some pictures that would post, one from just after starting and one from just before the tank can be removed. Hope you never have to go there though the entire project can be done without cutting anything, it all comes apart with screws.