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Finally Launched the Boat… Then the Engine Alarm Went Off
28 de septiembre de 2026 · 13 min · 119K visitas · Solomons Island
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After a year on the hard, a 1989 CT-56 launches via travel lift and immediately triggers an engine alarm.0:04 The owner investigates the raw water intake, discovering rotted hoses and rusted-through hose clamps at the seacock.6:06 After replacing the clamps and cleaning the raw water strainer, the engine maintains oil pressure and coolant temperature, though the alarm cause remains uncertain.8:19 Further inspection reveals a freshwater leak in the pressurized water system, causing water to pool in the bilge, likely due to a cracked line from freezing temperatures.9:42 The owner also identifies mismatched alternator belts of different lengths and ages, necessitating replacement.10:21 During the process, the owner removes old carpeting from the cabin to expose the teak flooring and improve access to the engine bay.10:43 The vessel remains at a slip at the Solomon Island Yacht Club for ongoing repairs to the water system and engine monitoring.5:33 Troubleshooting engine alarms after a long layup requires checking raw water flow, hose integrity, and potential freshwater system leaks.
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