Several Great DIY Resources

[Harrier]

Came across this fantastic site when looking for some info on rebuilding my waterpump.

http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/boat_projects

Site includes instructions for
:: Re-Bedding Deck Hardware ::   
:: Need Butyl Tape ?? ::   
:: Installing A Battery Monitor ::   
:: Need A Battery Monitor ? ::   
:: Installing A Marine Battery Charger ::   
:: Seacock & Thru-Hull Primer/Pre Information ::   
:: Servicing Tapered Cone Seacocks ::   
:: Replacing Thru-Hulls and Seacocks ::   
:: Seacock Failure Testing ::   
:: Seacock Backing Plates / Alternate Method / No Through Bolts ::   
:: Installing A Seacock & Thru-Hull Fitting In A New Location ::   
:: Proper Installation of Double Hose Clamps ::   
:: External Strainers - OMG ::   
:: Changing A Raw Water Pump Impeller ::   
:: Rebuilding A Raw Water Pump ::   
:: Fresh Water System Winterizing ::   
:: Engine - Winter Freeze Protection ::   
:: Engine Temp Monitoring & Over Heating Baseline Assessment ::   
:: Autopsy A Westerbeke / Universal Marine Heat Exchanger ::   
:: Rebuilding A Perko Bronze Sea Strainer ::   
:: Installing New Found Metals Stainless Portlights ::   
:: Making a New Stereo Cabinet ::   
:: Understanding the Moisture Meter / Electrophysics CT-33 ::   
:: Sealing Deck Penetrations to Prevent Core Rot ::   
:: NavPod Installation Tips ::   
:: Re-Packing A Traditional Stuffing Box ::   
:: PSS Shaft Seal Installation ::   
:: Replacing A Cutlass Bearing ::   
:: Replacing Motor Mounts & The Obstacles ::   
:: Making A New Prop Shaft ::   
:: Lap Fitting A Propeller To A Shaft ::   
:: Marine Wire Termination ::   
:: New Depth Sounder With An Old Transducer ::   
:: Easy VHF Connections ::   
:: Making Your Own Battery Cables ::   
:: Inverter Inefficiency ::   
:: Rebuilding A Westerbeke Alternator ::   
:: Leece-Neville 8MR Series Alternator External Regulation Conversion ::   
:: Universal Diesel Wiring Harness Upgrade ::   
:: Universal Diesel M-25 Alternator Upgrade ::   
:: Universal M-25 XPB Alternator Upgrade ::   
:: Installing A Raymarine Rudder Position Sensor ::   
:: M-25 Air Filter & PCV Valve Upgrade ::   
:: Rebuilding A Racor Turbine Filter ::   
:: Replacing A Facet Fuel Pump Filter ::   
:: Replacing A Fuel Tank ::   
:: Mooring Preparation & Precautions ::   
:: Measuring A Lead Acid Battery State of Charge ::   
:: Anchor Scope Illustrated ::   
:: Installing A Small Marine Solar System ::   
:: Cleaning & Greasing A Lewmar "England" Winch ::   
:: Universal M-18 & M-25 Alternator Bracket Upgrade ::   
:: Installing An Electromaax Alternator & Serpentine Pulley Kit ::

[capt_nemo]

Thanks Harrier. I added it to my boating "favorites" for future reference.

When you come across a gold mine of info it's nice to share it with others, who, in all probability, will appreciate the gesture.

capt_nemo

[skip1930]

That be one heck of a fine pile of information...it became a favorite.

Thank you. skip.