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by 7421f
Sat Aug 27, 2016 9:43 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Where's my windless solenoid?
Replies: 3
Views: 2926

Where's my windless solenoid?

My Seawolf 520 has stopped working. The dreaded solenoid click. Problem is, I have been unable to find it. I've looked in the anchor locker with a mirror and light, but no luck. I didn't how to access from anywhere else. surely someone amongst us has knowledge of where it's at. I'd be appreciative i...
by 7421f
Sun Jul 24, 2016 9:34 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 76 F32 Port side/ house battery problem
Replies: 2
Views: 2140

Re: 76 F32 Port side/ house battery problem

I was just today tracing out my battery switch and associated wiring. I would suspect a fusible link, breaker or the like. I found a couple I didn't know I had in the line. On a rare occasion, the battery switch itself has been known to fail. Time to break out the test light.
by 7421f
Sat May 14, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11 meter Express (gas) prop size
Replies: 5
Views: 3699

Re: 11 meter Express (gas) prop size

Just remember no 2 boats are the same . How you load them can have a effect on the exact prop size pitch needed . while the factory size will be close as we add our toys and gear (and the boat ages ) some times and change in pitch is needed . Just food for thought I fully agree! It's just expensive...
by 7421f
Sat May 14, 2016 11:22 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11 meter Express (gas) prop size
Replies: 5
Views: 3699

Re: 11 meter Express (gas) prop size

I will be at the boat tomorrow for the final buff and wax before the plunge. I know I have 4 blade props, but unsure of the pitch. I can measure the Diameter if you need it. Why the question? I have the same setup as you, so i imagine they should be the same unless someone of course changed them. S...
by 7421f
Fri May 13, 2016 8:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11 meter Express (gas) prop size
Replies: 5
Views: 3699

11 meter Express (gas) prop size

Hi all. A question for you gas burners 454-350HP with 11 meter express cruisers, What size props are you running?
by 7421f
Sun Sep 27, 2015 11:32 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11 Meter motorized windshield
Replies: 3
Views: 3256

Re: 11 Meter motorized windshield

I completely rebuilt mine about 3 months ago even a new motor. If you could post pics of what broke, I'm sure we can come up with a fix. In the meantime, take a look at this.... http://www.trojanboats.net/wforum/viewt ... 471#p91550
by 7421f
Thu Jul 16, 2015 12:48 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Water heater-heat exchanger
Replies: 1
Views: 2197

Water heater-heat exchanger

My 1984 water heater finally bit the dust. I just installed a new one with an engine heated heat exchanger built in. The original one did not and I like the idea of "free" hot water. I know where to hook up to my engine, but I am scouting out the best routing for the hoses from the engine ...
by 7421f
Sun Mar 29, 2015 10:23 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: What To Use To Remove Haze On Interior Wood
Replies: 4
Views: 4434

Re: What To Use To Remove Haze On Interior Wood

Can you post a picture of the problem? From your description, it sounds like either moisture or a buildup of polish. Pledge will turn milky if too many applications are used. It has silicone in it. Here's a couple of methods to try. I highly suggest trying these in a small, inconspicuous place as po...
by 7421f
Sun Mar 29, 2015 2:52 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Stripe removal
Replies: 4
Views: 2819

Stripe removal

I want to remove the vertical stripes from the hull of my 11 meter International Express. They have "dock rash" from previous owners. I believe them to be painted on then clear coated. Has anyone "erased" theirs without damaging the gel coat and without having to re-paint? How di...
by 7421f
Mon Aug 18, 2014 9:13 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: cored hull thickness
Replies: 1
Views: 1892

cored hull thickness

Does anyone know the thickness of the fiberglass on the cored hull 11 meter express. I am looking for the measurement of outer fiberglass, the core thickness and inter hull fiberglass thickness. I sustained a 3" scrape to the edge of the chine and wanted to make sure it wasn't in the core mater...
by 7421f
Tue May 06, 2014 11:44 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11 Meter review available
Replies: 5
Views: 4188

Re: 11 Meter review available

Thanks for the offer. I would like a copy.
by 7421f
Tue Apr 15, 2014 5:13 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Alternator rebuild help please
Replies: 1
Views: 1603

Alternator rebuild help please

My Starboard engine alternator has quit working and I want to rebuild it myself. I have successfully rebuilt many auto alternators, but never even opened a marine one up. I want to be darn sure I can keep it eccentrically safe. Have any forum members rebuilt their own? I have Google'd this with very...
by 7421f
Thu Feb 27, 2014 8:01 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: engine/marine gear oil ?'s
Replies: 38
Views: 17606

Re: engine/marine gear oil ?'s

Just for giggles, I just sent an email to Crusader customer service to get their .02 worth. After all, the did make and warranty those 454 beasts back in the day. I will post their answer as soon as I receive it.
by 7421f
Thu Feb 27, 2014 6:53 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: engine/marine gear oil ?'s
Replies: 38
Views: 17606

Re: engine/marine gear oil ?'s

Here's some specs on 15w-40 diesel engine oil: 15W40 MOBIL DELVAC 1300 SUPER Diesel Oil conventional, API CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CI-4, CH-4/SM, SL = 73,300 psi zinc = 1297 ppm phos = 1944 ppm moly = 46 ppm 15W40 CHEVRON DELO 400LE Diesel Oil, conventional, API CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CH-4, CF-4,CF/SM, = 73,520 p...
by 7421f
Tue Feb 25, 2014 11:38 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: engine/marine gear oil ?'s
Replies: 38
Views: 17606

Re: engine/marine gear oil ?'s

If anyone's interested, here's a link to some interest reading about engine oils. It is a bit lengthy, but very informative. Contains info on 126 engine oils. May help decide (or confuse) which oil is the one to use.

http://540ratblog.wordpress.com/2013/06 ... t-ranking/