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by philipl
Mon Sep 13, 2021 10:14 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Yanmar 3GM30F heavy smoke at high RPM
Replies: 4
Views: 2761

Re: Yanmar 3GM30F heavy smoke at high RPM

That is definitely worth noting. Not something that I would have connected.
Thank you for posting.
by philipl
Wed Sep 08, 2021 1:09 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: F38 Masthead Unit
Replies: 4
Views: 1780

Re: F38 Masthead Unit

Thank you both. Leaning towards a rigid vang, it also has the benefit of stopping the annoying chafing of the main by the topping lift.
by philipl
Sun Sep 05, 2021 5:33 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: F38 Masthead Unit
Replies: 4
Views: 1780

Re: F38 Masthead Unit

I guess an alternative to topping lift is a solid vang. Is a solid vang without a topping lift secure on an F38? This would avoid my need to replace the masthead.
by philipl
Sun Sep 05, 2021 5:16 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: F38 Masthead Unit
Replies: 4
Views: 1780

F38 Masthead Unit

I need to replace the masthead unit on my F38. The shaft securing the topping lift tore threw the back of the masthead. I may be able to rig an alternative topping lift support but would prefer to replace the whole unit. Any thoughts where I can locate one?
by philipl
Thu Jun 03, 2021 5:07 pm
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: SS Marine Hot Water Tank
Replies: 6
Views: 4737

Re: SS Marine Hot Water Tank

The heating element corrodes pretty easily. I thought my tank "leaked" only to find it was the heater element. A cheap and easy replacement. I hope you find the same!
by philipl
Fri May 14, 2021 10:18 am
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: Mast Headlight bulb
Replies: 2
Views: 4984

Mast Headlight bulb

Does anyone know the type of bulb used in a masthead light on an 1990 F38. I changed it once before and noticed that it was a low profile bulb. The one I installed was standard and touched the top of the glass bulb ( and burned out pretty quick, as a result).
by philipl
Thu Jan 07, 2021 10:12 pm
Forum: Events and Announcements
Topic: Virtual Raft Up 2 - 1/7/21 @ 7 PM ET Zoom
Replies: 8
Views: 14868

Re: Virtual Raft Up 2 - 1/7/21 @ 7 PM ET Zoom

Great chat , Steve. Looking forward to the next Freedom zoom call in March.
by philipl
Fri Nov 06, 2020 12:06 pm
Forum: Events and Announcements
Topic: Virtual Raft Up - Nov 5 @ 7 PM Eastern
Replies: 19
Views: 12508

Re: Virtual Raft Up - Nov 5 @ 7 PM Eastern

Sorry I missed that zoom call. Did it work out?
Philip
by philipl
Mon Oct 26, 2020 3:34 pm
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade
Topic: Freedom 38 Fairclough Cover
Replies: 5
Views: 4831

Re: Freedom 38 Fairclough Cover

This cover is still available. Thought it was going on my son's boat but too much effort to get it to him. Cover, frame and wood for $200. Has a tear that needs repair.
Philip