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by AlanH
Sun Jan 21, 2024 11:09 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Bowmar hatch gasket?
Replies: 3
Views: 840

Re: Bowmar hatch gasket?

Yes, Joints at the bottom and I did glue them together. I would recommend when you have it all in place make the final cut about 1/4 inch long so it fits tight. I don’t remember what glue I used but it was not a special glue.
by AlanH
Tue Jan 16, 2024 3:19 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Bowmar hatch gasket?
Replies: 3
Views: 840

Re: Bowmar hatch gasket?

They use the same Bomar gaskets as the as the deck hatches. The gasket seals between the aluminum flange mounted to the deck and the glass frame. They do not attach to the glass. The gasket has a slot in it and it goes over a lip on the window frame. It squeezes between the window frame and glass. T...
by AlanH
Wed Nov 22, 2023 7:54 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Solar System Connection
Replies: 6
Views: 6635

Re: Solar System Connection

Our solar is connected directly to the house batteries.

Alan
by AlanH
Wed Nov 15, 2023 1:43 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Refrigerator Temp High
Replies: 4
Views: 4901

Re: Refrigerator Temp High

Brian, We were having similar issues at one time. Someone suggested taking the drip pan out of the refrigerator side. It made a big difference for us. Also, about a month since a defrost is about as long as we would go. Others have increased the size of the power supply from the fuse panel to the fr...
by AlanH
Thu Oct 19, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Starter Breaker
Replies: 10
Views: 4231

Re: Starter Breaker

BJ, check the starter wires and be sure they are tight. They starter solenoid could also be shot.

Alan
by AlanH
Sun Jul 30, 2023 11:20 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Sticky white vinyl ceilings
Replies: 7
Views: 8346

Re: Sticky white vinyl ceilings

It comes in a brown one gallon container. It says Cleaner & Degreaser. Below that it says Formula 88. In my Home Depot it is located on an isle with all types of cleaners.

Alan
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by AlanH
Thu Jul 27, 2023 4:07 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Sticky white vinyl ceilings
Replies: 7
Views: 8346

Re: Sticky white vinyl ceilings

I think we have a better solution. Cleaner/Degreaser from Home Depot. I started the job with alcohol as mentioned in previous posts. It does work but takes a lot of effort and several passes. I decided that it might be easier to take the ceiling panels out to clean them. That turned out to make for ...
by AlanH
Wed Jul 26, 2023 12:34 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Analog to Digital engine instrument conversion
Replies: 3
Views: 3253

Re: Analog to Digital engine instrument conversion

The installer did the programming. It was his first EMU-1 installation and he had to purchase the programmer. He did not charge for it as he figured he would use it on other installations.
by AlanH
Wed Jul 26, 2023 12:29 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: EFCI's
Replies: 6
Views: 3622

Re: EFCI's

I am no electrical person but have they tried plugging shore power into the "B" input with the combiner off? If that trips the power then at least you know the problem in definitely in the B side and not the combiner or a combination of A and B together.
by AlanH
Tue Jul 25, 2023 11:47 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Analog to Digital engine instrument conversion
Replies: 3
Views: 3253

Re: Analog to Digital engine instrument conversion

Dennis, I added digital while leaving all analog gauges intact when we replaced all the electronics in 2018. It was a great move and the system has worked flawlessly. All the details can be found on my post from August 3, 2020 under the subject Upgrading from Raymarine ESeries to Raymarine Axiom. I ...
by AlanH
Tue Jul 25, 2023 11:34 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: EFCI's
Replies: 6
Views: 3622

Re: EFCI's

We have experienced the problem and there is an easy fix. We have a Promariner Galvanic Isolater. As John mentioned it sends a signal into the marina electric connection to be sure it is good power. The new power systems sense that and consider it a fault tripping the breaker. After experiencing the...
by AlanH
Mon Jun 19, 2023 5:26 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Portlight Replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 3557

Re: Portlight Replacement

When it comes to replacing the hatches, I used a place in Fort Lauderdale that will make replacements. You either need to take them there and they will cut them while you wait or mail the old one to them to use as a template. I had the do the forward hatches and they fit perfect and match the others...
by AlanH
Mon Jun 19, 2023 5:13 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Engine Access
Replies: 3
Views: 3370

Re: Engine Access

I am going to probably just be stating the obvious. Whenever possible, have an assistant to hand you tools and parts that you find you need but didn't plan on needing.

Alan
by AlanH
Fri May 12, 2023 12:00 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Galley faucet handle
Replies: 4
Views: 1559

Re: Galley faucet handle

Mac,

It is a Price Pfister. I needed to replace the flexible hose. I first ordered a Scandvik but it did not fit. Finally figured out it is a price Pfister. I don't have the faucet model handy but might be able to find it if you need it.

Alan
by AlanH
Sun May 07, 2023 2:50 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Holding Tank Capacity
Replies: 0
Views: 4497

Holding Tank Capacity

I have always wondered exactly how much holding tank capacity is left based upon what the tank gauge is reading on our 2006. I realize it might not be the same setup on some of the boats but maybe this will be of use to some of you. I had the tank pumped out and started adding water two gallons at a...