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Reader Tip: Trace Your Systems
Related tags: Systems | Reader Tip by Carolyn Shearlock
If you have a boat that's new to you, take the time to map out the systems—you'll be glad you did!
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December 8, 2008An Orderly Transfer of Powerby Steve D AntonioTension engine belts properly to keep other systems running smoothly. "Hands-On Sailor" from our October 2006 issue.
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December 8, 2008Stay in Charge of Your DC Systemby Steve D AntonioIf you tighten all the belts and wires properly, your engine's alternator should keep on cranking out the amps. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our November 2006 issue.
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December 8, 2008Keep It Coolby Steve D AntonioA well-maintained vented loop and injected elbow will control exhaust-gas temperature and keep water out of your engine. From "Hands-On Sailor" from our December 2006 issue
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December 4, 2008Cool Runningby Steve D AntonioChanging your impeller seasonally will help keep your boat's engine from overheating. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our February 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008A Matter of Degreesby Steve D AntonioTo run efficiently, your diesel depends on the thermostat to maintain the best temperature. From "Hands-On sailor" from our March 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008Heat 'Er Up, Start 'Er Upby Steve D AntonioGlow plugs and air preheaters ensure smooth starting when the mercury dips. From Hands-On Sailor in our June 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008Keep It Cleanby Steve D AntonioMultistage fuel filters tackle contamination that can stall your engine and ruin your day. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our May 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008Bleed Out the Airby Steve D AntonioCracking open the fuel lines at the injectors is the final step required to bleed air out of a diesel's fuel system. Owners who learn the process can avoid headaches when-not if-the lines get airbound. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our June 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008A Cool Piece of Gearby Steve D AntonioA flush here and a zinc there, and the heat exchanger soldiers on with no moving parts From "Hands-On Sailor" in our August 2007 issue
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December 4, 2008Tie Up and Plug Inby Steve D AntonioConnect your shore-power cord carefully to prevent electrical meltdowns at the dock. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our September 2007 issue
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