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Sailors, I want to replace an outdated and I assume original Motorola alternator on my 1980 Mark1, 34-footer with Westerbeke’ s 30 diesel B. The nameplate on alternator is wiped clean, but I measured its output with a clamp meter and it's 50 AMP. My total battery amperage is 297, so I believe I need an alternator that can deliver at least 75 amps (because there is 1 deep cycle flooded battery for starting engine and two for the house. All are 98 AMP Interstate group 31). Has anyone replaced their single V drive alternator with another V drive and are happy? I don't think I need to go to a serpentine belt drive, but if anyone has done so I would like to hear from you too. Thanks! -- MikeMcKinney 1980, Sabre34' Mark1 Kosmic Kat

Does anybody know the length of line needed to replace on the vang on the 426? -- Allison S426 Kingfisher SF Bay/Pacifc Northwest

Six Westebeke oil filters # 36918 for sale =- $50; online $16-18 each. Buyer pays shipping.

I have such a wrestling match every spring. To empty the water heater for the winter freeze, I have to remove the check valve out of the supply inlet to let it drain. There is almost no room for wrenches etc. Now the elbow wants to be tightened in the wrong position. It's all just a big pain in the backside. I do not recall ever seeing a check valve in any of my other boats. I know they are there to prevent backflow of hot water into the cold side, but I never had one before in other boats. And If I DO have to have it, can I install an inline "any position" valve in the supply hose, a few inches back from the heater? The one I have is a heavy brass unit that want to be level, and closes initially by gravity. I thought I had pics but it seems I don't. EDIT. Ok I do need a check valve to prevent the heater from emptying out and toasting the element if something weird happens. But I will still investigate a brass or stainless spring loaded check valve. Not sure about the flow rate though. -- Jim Gregory Sabre 402 #32 Milford CT

Who has pictures of their boat sporting a dodger? Bimini? I bought my 34-2 with a two bow dodger frame but no canvas, and this year I'm going to address that. I have a three bow Bimini frame with canvas, but it is time for a refresh. I'd love to see pictures for inspiration. Anything in particular you love about your dodger? Anything you think you'll do differently when it comes time to replace? I'm wondering specifically about traditional vs California style, roll up vs zip out windows, window material choices, windows in the wings, dodger to Bimini connectors, trim windows in the bimini, and everything else. I'm in the middle Chesapeake. Do you have any experience or recommendations for canvas work? Suggest away! And thanks in advance! -- Jeff B 1988 Sabre 34-2, 347 S/V Northwood Deale, MD

Hi All, I'm trying to get another year out of the current isenglass and dodger. Does anyone have a recommendation on something that really helps to defog/clear isenglass. Yes, it's clean but foggy. Here is what I have tried. Soap&Water Diluted Vinegar Starbrite Clear Plastic Restorer Part1 (part 2 is sealant) - I didn't want to seal up a half baked solution. Thanks! Sam Moore Muse 10 - S402/'97 #27

My boat came with a Shurflo Waterguard filter under the galley sink. In looking for a replacement cartridge, it appears they no longer make a cartridge that will fit in the housing. They all look to be 10” long and narrow vs. the 5” x 3” that is installed. Am not certain a 10” filter housing will fit under the galley sink and still have sufficient room to drop the housing to replace cartridges in the future. What type of filter do people have, if any? Last year [our first with the boat] we brought water for drinking / cooking and only used the water in the tanks for washing. Would be “nice” to have the option to drink the water from the tanks as well. Cleaned the tanks last year and would need to do again. Thanks, Brian Escapade S426 CT / LIS

Those with experience please estimate the number of hours to sew on a 40" leather wheel cover from Boatleather inc. I'm a newbie with needle and thread but competent with hand tools. Thanks! -- Bill Graves S362 #261 Souwester Marblehead, MA

What do you all think about these Lithium Battery Jump Starters What size would we want for our Boat engines. NOCO 500 Amps Boost Sport UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter GB20 If you scroll down the page, it shows a variety of models with quite a variety of Amperage & pricing' Of course, I have no affiliation with Advanced Auto, except as a customer. Randy Goodman S38-2 Red Frog Virginia Beach, VA ERGoodman121@...

hi - my water pump impeller is just forward of my starter, facing aft, on the port side of my 1995 Sabre 362. Without removing the starter, hell to even get the cover off of the casing let alone remove the impeller. Is there an easier way to inspect/replace the impeller than removing the starter to get reasonable access ? Tx Paul Pegasus Padanaram MA

Can anyone tell me what material is used in a 1980 S30 # 28 to fill the void in the side where the port lights are installed? I am replacing the ports and the material between the inner and outer "skins" is a loose and chunky mess. Should this void be filled entirely? I know it has to completely filled around the port light but should it be filled all along the side? I am thinking thickened epoxy used in conjunction with a wooden clamp of sorts (plywood with a slot cut and fitted over both layers of FG) to maintain the required gap for the port lights. -- Jim Lake 1980 Sabre 30 Halifax NS