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by mrrudely
Mon Aug 07, 2023 2:15 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: An Engine Issue
Replies: 7
Views: 5411

Re: An Engine Issue

I agree with captainmaniac
I would check the advance curve first
also check the plugs again
I don't see how the accelerator pump would have anything to do with it
I did not understand "I have run the engines WOT because I didn't think to overburden the Engines."
by mrrudely
Sun Jul 02, 2023 3:47 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: What are your thoughts?
Replies: 2
Views: 3126

Re: What are your thoughts?

some more information might be helpful 1) what kind of ignition? 2 )carb or efi? 3 if carb mechanical or electric fuel pump? 4) how much fuel is in the tanks? 5) if you have two tanks, is the crossover open or closed? I agree with prowlersfish check the anti syphon valves although I think unlikely s...
by mrrudely
Tue May 30, 2023 10:38 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin inverter connection
Replies: 6
Views: 6609

Re: 89 mid cabin inverter connection

thanks guys to answer prowlersfish's concerns my inverter powers the entire boats 110v system and when on it's mostly used for fridge and tv can't see a reasonable fear of it becoming accidentally overloaded in which case it would just shut itself down anyway the automatic feature works fine for my ...
by mrrudely
Mon May 29, 2023 11:27 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin inverter connection
Replies: 6
Views: 6609

89 mid cabin inverter connection

I have a new 1000 Watt pure sine wave inverter that automatically turns on when either shore power or generator are not connected (it is not an inverter/charger) I would like to have the battery charger (protech 1240i plus) automatically disconnect when the inverter kicks on Currently I have to do i...
by mrrudely
Fri Apr 28, 2023 11:41 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin reimagined
Replies: 32
Views: 34439

Re: 89 mid cabin reimagined

polished stainless steel
teak veneer with automotive clear coat
by mrrudely
Thu Apr 27, 2023 1:18 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin reimagined
Replies: 32
Views: 34439

Re: 89 mid cabin reimagined

our new table
by mrrudely
Mon Apr 03, 2023 1:36 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: ACT Paint color
Replies: 27
Views: 25214

Re: ACT Paint color

hope it's ok to piggyback on this thread we are in marina del rey southern california we have owned the boat for 3 years now we have not painted the bottom and it is likely that the previous owner did not either (maybe 5 years) the service that cleans the bottom is not complaining and says there are...
by mrrudely
Wed Mar 01, 2023 7:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin reimagined
Replies: 32
Views: 34439

Re: 89 mid cabin reimagined

Not sure how to respond
A video walk through on youtube sounds like a project in and of itself
If there is a particular area you would like to know about I am happy to share, just let me know
rr
by mrrudely
Sun Feb 26, 2023 5:41 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin reimagined
Replies: 32
Views: 34439

Re: 89 mid cabin reimagined

I did most of it myself
happy to share but the details could get lengthy
is it best to do PM or email?
by mrrudely
Sat Jan 21, 2023 9:37 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin reimagined
Replies: 32
Views: 34439

Re: 89 mid cabin reimagined

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new vinyl on radar arch
new speakers
dimmable led lights
no ugly screws
by mrrudely
Fri Jan 06, 2023 8:46 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes
Replies: 26
Views: 21455

Re: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes

I think this is what you are looking for my memory is a little fuzzy and my notes are little confusing but I ordered CRUR045146A from: Marine Parts USA 5719 NW 114CT #103 FL 33178 305.883.4400 I can't find a website for them this is where things get a little confusing if I google CRUR045146A I get n...
by mrrudely
Fri Jan 06, 2023 12:51 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes
Replies: 26
Views: 21455

Re: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes

diamond plate is aluminum glued down
I think stainless would be a better choice
the bottom piece is cosmetic covering some wood structure that was there
makes for a good step
by mrrudely
Thu Jan 05, 2023 10:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes
Replies: 26
Views: 21455

Re: 1988 10M-mid cabin battery sizes

not sure if this is of any help
I can stand on it no problem
battery hold downs are part of the cover
by mrrudely
Sun Jan 01, 2023 3:45 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 89 mid cabin generator
Replies: 10
Views: 4083

Re: 89 mid cabin generator

Happy New Year to all!
and thanks for all the continued and meaningful support

update:
I installed a new dedicated generator start battery (now isolated)
all is well

rr
by mrrudely
Wed Dec 21, 2022 10:44 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Onan MCCK charging diode
Replies: 9
Views: 4049

Re: Onan MCCK charging diode

can't thank you enough
you are right, no sense trying to fix a non-issue

charger is pro mariner protech i
will work with only two banks connected