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by gardnersf
Fri Nov 01, 2013 9:59 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Mid cabin inverter install
Replies: 30
Views: 13185

Re: Mid cabin inverter install

Bob,

I'll have to check out the crimper

I had my cables made up. I used string to model the lengths and added 2". They worked out great.
by gardnersf
Fri Nov 01, 2013 9:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Onan impeller
Replies: 9
Views: 3156

Re: Onan impeller

I bought one this year and have been running no problems. Good flow. This is form the guy that has burned up two impellers in two years by being an idiot :)
by gardnersf
Tue Aug 20, 2013 12:54 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 10.8 engine blowers
Replies: 8
Views: 3204

Re: 10.8 engine blowers

Same place on the mid cabin. Port side, inder gunnel behind the exterior panel. My panel had been modified with holes to blow right through. . The blower should be blowing air OUT of the engine room with the suction located deep in the bilge. The other hoses are to introduce fresh air to the same wh...
by gardnersf
Tue Aug 20, 2013 12:49 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: MCCK Generator
Replies: 42
Views: 15691

Re: MCCK Generator

Also, my overtemp switch is surface mounted on the exhaust elbow. Someone may have jumpered it out
by gardnersf
Tue Aug 20, 2013 12:48 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: MCCK Generator
Replies: 42
Views: 15691

Re: MCCK Generator

Did you get water after a few seconds? You should have water flow to keep it cool. Assuming FW cooling, your Tstat is probably 165. That leads to a 170 Op temp. Not sure if this is a diesel model or gas, but if Gas, I would rather not have the auto start feature. Good chance that the genny starts wh...
by gardnersf
Thu Aug 15, 2013 12:59 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: MCCK Generator
Replies: 42
Views: 15691

Re: MCCK Generator

If at all possible, try to cycel or blow carb cleaner through the carb if you are not going to take the bowl off. The last two times I cleaned my carb, the float area was covered with crap that had come out of the fuel. It dissolves easy enough.
by gardnersf
Wed Aug 14, 2013 8:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Trojan 12 meter express
Replies: 7
Views: 3559

Re: Trojan 12 meter express

Looking at a few pictures. It seems to have some tunnel, but not as deep as a Sea Ray 390 for example. http://images8.boattrader.com/resize/1/57/70/4135770_-1_20121109082414_40_0.jpg?w=640&h=480&t=1145150 http://images5.boattrader.com/resize/1/14/54/3741454_0_161120101423_12.jpg?w=640&h=...
by gardnersf
Mon Aug 12, 2013 11:28 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Trojan 12 meter express
Replies: 7
Views: 3559

Trojan 12 meter express

Hi all. I have a 10 meter midcabin model and am considering a bigger boat. Does anyone here have a 12 meter express? A couple of things have led me to look at them. 1. Diesel powered. From my research, I will burn approximately the same fuel per mile, maybe a little less, but cruise at 22-26 knots, ...
by gardnersf
Fri Aug 09, 2013 9:04 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Need some opinions on new cabinet doors from you guys.
Replies: 21
Views: 8396

Re: Need some opinions on new cabinet doors from you guys.

I think they will look nice. The Color will be a nice offset with the white and I think it will give it a richer look. Could you get a sample piece of a similar wood form Home Deport or somewhere and put it up against the wall to see what you think?
by gardnersf
Wed Aug 07, 2013 9:20 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Another 6.5 MCCK question
Replies: 2
Views: 1734

Re: Another 6.5 MCCK question

Two options 1. Adjust your choke a little bit. The choke works on a bimetallic spring. Loosen the cover screws and rotate a little closed or open whichever smooths it out. 2. Adjust the idle mixture screw on the carb. A slight turn will smooth mine out. I sometimes have to tweak mine one day to the ...
by gardnersf
Mon Aug 05, 2013 3:03 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: MCCK Generator
Replies: 42
Views: 15691

Re: MCCK Generator

I have an H series so it may be a little different, but the carb is very easy to get off and clean. I would do that in any case as the generator hasn't been run in a long time. Also I believe you have a fuel filter on the bottom of the fuel pump that will rotate and pop off. Worth looking at.
by gardnersf
Mon Aug 05, 2013 2:55 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11M Interior Overhaul - Stateroom
Replies: 7
Views: 3278

Re: 11M Interior Overhaul - Stateroom

Excellent work. I love the lighting. Did you put a tinted glass door to the anchor locker?
by gardnersf
Tue Jul 16, 2013 10:29 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Mid cabin inverter install
Replies: 30
Views: 13185

Re: Mid cabin inverter install

I just saw this. I added an inverter\charger to my mid cabin. I installed 4 AGM 6V lifeline batteries under the Mid Cabin centerline space. I mounted the inverter on the aft bulkhead of the large starboard locker which gave me easy access to the electrical panel and the batteries. Worked well for 3 ...
by gardnersf
Sun Jun 30, 2013 10:57 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: genorator frustration- I am about ready to throw it in the
Replies: 24
Views: 11315

Re: genorator frustration- I am about ready to throw it in t

You can also jumper the wires to a 12 v source with the outlet into a bottle or jar to catch the gas.