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by todd brinkerhoff
Thu Sep 10, 2015 8:49 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11Meter fuel tank sensor
Replies: 5
Views: 4160

Re: 11Meter fuel tank sensor

On your particular tank, no. It usually is located in the center. If you can feel around and find the wire, it will be attached to your sensor and float. There should be a 2-3 inch disk with a bunch of screws around the edge. If you need to remove and replace, you will need significant space above t...
by todd brinkerhoff
Tue Sep 08, 2015 8:56 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.
Replies: 607
Views: 270248

Re: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.

Depending on your compound, you may have a 2500 to 3000 grit comparison. If your compound is not cutting it, I would start with wetsanding with 1500, redo with 2000, and then try the compound again. It might save you some time. I like to throw a little dishwashing liquid in my pail of water. Let the...
by todd brinkerhoff
Tue Sep 08, 2015 8:51 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 11Meter fuel tank sensor
Replies: 5
Views: 4160

Re: 11Meter fuel tank sensor

It should be right at the top of the tank. If you have a hard time gaining access, I know some have cut a hole in the deck above the tank and created an access point.
by todd brinkerhoff
Fri Aug 28, 2015 6:55 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.
Replies: 607
Views: 270248

Re: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.

Use the wool for the compounds. The foam is good for the waxes.
by todd brinkerhoff
Thu Aug 27, 2015 9:44 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Onan MCE help
Replies: 1
Views: 1730

Onan MCE help

I have ongoing issues with my Onan 6500 Ensign. I have water in my oil (or coolant...its milky white) even after 2 oil changes. It had been running fine, but suddenly started pouring out black smoke and running like crap. I was going to check the head gaskets, but I can't find any source for parts f...
by todd brinkerhoff
Thu Aug 27, 2015 9:36 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: repower with 440's from 400's
Replies: 18
Views: 9206

Re: repower with 440's from 400's

Nice Dobie!
by todd brinkerhoff
Tue Aug 25, 2015 9:17 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.
Replies: 607
Views: 270248

Re: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.

Id rather not paint, that is for sure. Where did you get the polishing compunds/buffers/perfect fit? Im sure I can google it. I'm not afraid of the elbow grease, just dont want to use a lot of it with poor results. I'll do some shopping. Thanks for the info! Hope you are enjoying your boat! Best pl...
by todd brinkerhoff
Mon Aug 24, 2015 8:59 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.
Replies: 607
Views: 270248

Re: 1987 10 meter mid cabin complete restoration.

Depending on how faded you are, you might have to start with the 3m super duty compound, and then follow up with finesse it. The recommended procedure is to do 2 coats of Polish, and then 2-3 coats of wax. I recommend Collinite fleet paste wax. I think its 885. You cannot let it dry before removing,...
by todd brinkerhoff
Mon Aug 24, 2015 2:16 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Thinking Out Loud
Replies: 17
Views: 8587

Re: Thinking Out Loud

I like the meter boats, a friend of mine recently purchased a 10 meter and I'm impressed with the wide beam. For me though, I'm hooked on the styling of F- series boats. They can be a little quirky in a following sea however I like the way they handle the water when things get a little nautical out...
by todd brinkerhoff
Mon Aug 24, 2015 9:06 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Thinking Out Loud
Replies: 17
Views: 8587

Re: Thinking Out Loud

RWS wrote:If you are considering an EXPRESS style.........

You might want to at least take a look at the popular 10 meter express.

http://www.trojanboat.com


RWS
I second RWS...There are a lot of Awesome 10 Meters in need of some TLC.
by todd brinkerhoff
Fri Aug 21, 2015 7:42 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 85 10 meter international
Replies: 13
Views: 7501

Re: 85 10 meter international

My 1983 10 meter Crusader powered 454's had 13,280 hours when I re powered it .. They were still running fine just getting tired..It's all about how it was ran when not trolling and preventative maintenance. Holy crap. I've never seen that many hours on a Gasser. That would be good for a diesel. Wh...
by todd brinkerhoff
Wed Aug 19, 2015 4:58 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: 85 10 meter international
Replies: 13
Views: 7501

Re: 85 10 meter international

Is it Mid Cabin or Express? Express have woodless stringers, whereas the mids have laminated wood. As good as the Crusader 454's are, you are nearing the end if their service life at 2400 hours. Where in NY is this boat? Is this in Sodus?
by todd brinkerhoff
Wed Aug 19, 2015 2:18 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Rattling Velvet Transmission Topic
Replies: 15
Views: 7429

Re: Rattling Velvet Transmission Topic

Hard for me to believe it's that bad if you're running 22 knots at 3000 rpm without an issue. We have similar boats and I have never been close to that. I am at about 16-17 knots at 3000 with a clean bottom. On a side note, what are your prop #'s? I know you're running 502's, but I would have never ...
by todd brinkerhoff
Fri Aug 14, 2015 11:55 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Onan 6.5 oil filter
Replies: 3
Views: 2767

Re: Onan 6.5 oil filter

It's the MCE. Thank you.
by todd brinkerhoff
Thu Aug 13, 2015 11:39 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Onan 6.5 oil filter
Replies: 3
Views: 2767

Onan 6.5 oil filter

Anyone know where I can find a source for oil filters for the onan 6.5 generator? Thanks!