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Not Doing this will COST You THOUSANDS of $$$$$$ | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 259
25 de octubre de 2024 · 20 min · 4K vistas
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Replacing the engine mounts on a 14-year-old sailboat requires careful measurement of the engine's vertical and lateral position to maintain alignment with the prop shaft and transmission.4:16 After noticing increased vibration and noise, the crew of the 45-foot sailboat Zephyr identified that their original engine mounts had reached the end of their service life, with one mount found completely broken upon removal.1:36 The replacement process involved supporting the engine block with a jack and a timber wedge to prevent movement while swapping mounts one at a time, avoiding the need to haul the boat or disconnect the prop shaft.9:14 The crew utilized aftermarket mounts from a specialized Spanish manufacturer rather than OEM Yanmar parts, citing better value and quality.7:07 Proper installation included using Nord-Lock washers and verifying height measurements against the original settings to ensure the engine remained level.13:36 Regular inspection of engine mounts is critical, as failure can lead to severe vibration and potential drivetrain damage.0:53
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