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    Rolling, rolling.

    Thanks for your input Bmarler; I hope I didn't hijack this thread. I have plenty of floor (hull) space so no problem putting 2" x 4" x 8" lead bricks all over the place, outside of centerline. They weigh 26.17 lbs each. Another consideration is my 80 lb. andchor and 384 lbs. of chain are not in...
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    Rolling, rolling.

    Thanks for your input I kinda had that thought too. If you look at my new thumbnail pic you can see she's floating high. My diesel tanks are new and low and outside of centerline, hugging the curve of the hull and they are empty for the test, 255 gallons each. 510 gallons would add 3621 lbs. and...
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    Rolling, rolling.

    Hi, I read with great interest all the posts regarding lead ballast. I just splashed my trawler after a complete and total refit that lasted 12 years. All systems were perfect, the boat was dry and the new engine and gear turned perfectly. However the boat sits too high so I want to add lead. my...
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    Twin Disc Shifting Issue

    Hi Tony, I've been looking at your projects since I began mine 12 years ago. I have TD 501-1 driven by a Lugger 6414T with Aquadrive thrust bearing and CV shaft. Splashed boat for the first time Friday and all test were great except it clanged into forward and reverse. Is it possible the idle is...
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    tachometer issue

    C lectric, or anybody else that can help, I have a lugger 6414 and it has 3 hours on it since total rebuild. It has a new magnetic sensor drilled and tapped into the flywheel and it connects to a brand new Faria programmable tachometer. When I start the motor, the tach does it's self test by...
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    Heating oil as for boat fuel?

    Oh jeez I'm so sorry to hear that, really. Thank you for your reply I will take your advice!
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    Heating oil as for boat fuel?

    FF, just so I'm clear; I have a normally aspirated Lugger, completely rebuilt 20 something year old diesel with 3 hours on it. my steel tanks are brand new, have never been filled. Is it ok to have the local home heating oil deliver to my boat 100 gallons each side? Boat is on the hard, almost...
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    For Sale: Mixing Elbow

    New in box stainless steel exhaust mixing elbow for Lugger 6414T diesel or the 4 cylinder version. I paid 750.00 for it but had to build a custom exhaust riser. first two hundred bucks takes it and I'll send photos to anyone who asks. sjemery@gmail.com
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    Mixing Elbow, where to buy?

    LakeMJim, i have a brand new in box stainless steel factory mixing elbow with weld bosses, my email is sjemery@gmail.com send me a note and I'll send you pictures and measurements.
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    Ford Lehman 120 Stainless Steel Exhaust Elbow

    I have a new in box stainless steel elbow for a John Deere Lugger 6414 6 cylinder if anybody is interested
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    Repower Question - Repurpose Deere Genset as Propulsion Engine?

    I bought an 18 year old Lugger generator 6 cylinder about 160 HP, and rebuilt the motor compete and they converted the governed fuel pump to a throttle arm with no problem at all.
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    Bilge pump float switch

    www.ultratef-gel.com Hands down best switch
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    Hello fellow forum members

    Hello Gmalynda, don't know if I can be of any help because I completely gutted everything in my Bristol and filled up a 15 yard dumpster 3 times. I am near the end of a very long total re-fit but if you have any questions I can try.
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    For Sale: Lugger Exhaust Elbow

    New John Deere/Lugger stainless steel exhaust mixing elbow with two welding bosses. Paid 700 Will sell for 200 or best offer plus shipping. Email me at sjemery at gmail.com for pictures.
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    Bristol trawler

    can you send me some picures of her? and a pic of some paperwork if you possibly can? sjemery@gmail
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    Bristol trawler

    It is a 1969 made in Bristol RI. I don't have a lot of paperwork but I have hull number and tonnage. I gutted her. lol
  17. stevensibs

    Bristol trawler

    Almost ready for four coats of Alexseal topcoat after a little more sanding. All electrical, 24V and 12V, AC inverters and chargers are in, All holding tanks and plumbing are done, diesel tanks, all windows and portlights installed except the three pilothouse windows, thruster and windlass...
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    Diesel heater

    Consider Reflex stoves from the Netherlands...thats what im gonna do
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    For Sale: Wet Exhaust Elbow

    Brand new stainless steel wet exhaust mixing elbow for John Deer or Lugger 6414T. Paid 760 for it but had a custom riser/elbow made instead. Will ship. 250.00 plus shipping. email me for more pics. sjemery@gmail
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    Bristol trawler

    hi. send you email addy to me and i'll send you photos. sjemery@gmail
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    For Sale: Exhaust Elbow

    Any reasonable offer not refused.
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    For Sale: Exhaust Elbow

    Lugger 6414T exhaust elbow brand new, stainless steel. Paid 750.00 for it but couldn't use it. My loss, your gain. More pics/info email me. sjemery@gmail
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