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by Codger
Sat Sep 24, 2011 10:59 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Are there any water drains on velvet drive
Replies: 4
Views: 2463

Yes, I'm using marine antifreeze. I don't have a hot water system.
by Codger
Fri Sep 23, 2011 8:49 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Are there any water drains on velvet drive
Replies: 4
Views: 2463

prowlersfish wrote:they are hydraulic lines They run from the trans to the cooler . The cooler has water in it is in the engine raw water intake line . if you got the water out on the raw water system before and after the raw water pump then you have taken care on the cooler .
Thanks for the quick response!
by Codger
Fri Sep 23, 2011 8:09 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Are there any water drains on velvet drive
Replies: 4
Views: 2463

Are there any water drains on velvet drive

I winterized my 318 engine today. Noticed there were a couple lines running from the trans to the front of the engine. Are they water lines or hydraulic lines? I drained the engine from 1 petcock on each side of the block (toward front of motor), and also drained the exhaust manifolds from a petcock...
by Codger
Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:35 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Tarp size for covering F26?
Replies: 6
Views: 2991

I used a 50'x20' that covered it well. foofer, I was wondering how for down the sides you were able to cover with a 20 ft wide tarp? It seems that 40'X20' and 50'X30' are 2 common size tarps in stock at the local home improvement stores. Wonder if I could get away with the 40'X20'. Thanks for the c...
by Codger
Tue Sep 20, 2011 1:09 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Tarp size for covering F26?
Replies: 6
Views: 2991

Tarp size for covering F26?

Hey Guys.

I'm looking to get a tarp to cover my F-26 for the winter. I think a 40ft long by 30ft wide trap would fit pretty good.

Any other F26 owners out there with tarps that can comment on what size would work best?

Thanks!
by Codger
Mon Sep 19, 2011 4:18 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Replacing cabin side window /gunwhale coring on F-26
Replies: 3
Views: 2172

in the process here of doing the windows. I removed the walnut trim framework inside and under that is 1/2"ply thats attatched to the fiberglassagain behind the laminate trim and inside the cabin area. once these are gone and the window is removed it should show the core with mine it was never...
by Codger
Mon Sep 19, 2011 10:41 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Replacing cabin side window /gunwhale coring on F-26
Replies: 3
Views: 2172

Replacing cabin side window /gunwhale coring on F-26

The side windows in the cabin of my F26 were loose and leaking water. Some of the mounting screws came loose from the core material being rotted. I'm looking to have to recore the area of the side windows to be able to properly mount back tightly. I did a search on the site but did not find any deta...
by Codger
Wed Sep 14, 2011 10:36 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Material to replace side panels where seats were mounted
Replies: 4
Views: 2482

Paul, Thanks for the pic. Gives me some ideas now. Did you do something to the bulkhead surface (where your fire extinguisher is mounted). Mine is a wood laminate surface and is all faded and oxidized. I've been thinking of painting it white to freshen it up. Was yours originally wood laminate like ...
by Codger
Tue Sep 13, 2011 12:06 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Material to replace side panels where seats were mounted
Replies: 4
Views: 2482

Material to replace side panels where seats were mounted

I want to replace the material that is "picture framed" inside the wood trim boards on both sides of the cockpit on ky F-26. IT has lots of holes from previous owners. I removed all the screws from the wood trim and it came out as an assembly. It appears that material is some kind of white...
by Codger
Tue Jul 12, 2011 3:28 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: How to build a fiberglass swim platform?
Replies: 2
Views: 2172

How to build a fiberglass swim platform?

The wood swim platform on my F-26 is about to fall apart. It will last until the end of this season, but I think that will be about it. I am wanting to build a replacement fiberglass swim platform as a winter project. I have had a desire to learn basic fiberglass skills, and maybe building a simple ...
by Codger
Sat Jul 09, 2011 1:22 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Low charging voltage while running at idle/trolling speed
Replies: 23
Views: 15011

OK, here's the final outcome.

Bought a new Arco alternator that has the regulator built in.

Installed the new alternator and removed the existing voltage regulator from the boat.

Hits 14.3 volts and stays there when RPMs are over 800. Looks like its charging right now.

Thanks for all the help.
by Codger
Mon Jun 20, 2011 9:42 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Low charging voltage while running at idle/trolling speed
Replies: 23
Views: 15011

I'm using a digital meter. I loosened and retightened the belt just to be sure. Same volt readings. I've been using the boat all summer (but not trolling because i am worried about this issue), and have not had any low battery issues, even with the low reading. The boat does not have a charger to re...
by Codger
Mon Jun 13, 2011 8:34 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Rot around thru-deck fittings (waste and fuel plates)
Replies: 2
Views: 1689

Rot around thru-deck fittings (waste and fuel plates)

When I removed the pumpout deck plate and also the fuel fill plate, I noticed that the wood inside the deck is really rotted out. I don't know how far it spreads from the opening for these fittings. The fitting are located on the walkaround sides of the deck. Even though I see the wood in these area...
by Codger
Fri Jun 10, 2011 2:17 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Low charging voltage while running at idle/trolling speed
Replies: 23
Views: 15011

OK, looks like I have a 2 wire system. I have a larger gauge orange wire going to 1 post and a smaller gauge green wire going to another post on the alternator. Checked with the voltmeter on the batteries again. 12.6 volts when engine off 12.5 volts when engine off and engine blower turned on 12.6 v...
by Codger
Wed Jun 08, 2011 8:41 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Low charging voltage while running at idle/trolling speed
Replies: 23
Views: 15011

It is NOT normal for a single wire alt to stop charging at low rpm , Once you give it a little rpm to get it charging it should stay charging at idle until you turn it off . May sure you belt is tight , #1 problem with poor charging . Belt is brand new. It was changed by the shop at the marina this...