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Genset Dry Exhaust & Hydraulic System Testing - Project Brupeg Ep. 105
October 7, 2019 · 59 min · 40K views
What this video covers
The conversion of a sunken fishing trawler into an expedition vessel requires installing a dry exhaust system for a Kubota generator and troubleshooting hydraulic leaks.Watch To prevent engine room fumes, the crew routes a stainless steel exhaust pipe from the generator through the deck and out the cabin roof.35:48 They fabricate custom vibration-dampening mounts using 10mm steel rod and rubber hangers sourced from automotive parts to isolate the exhaust from the steel hull and minimize noise transfer.39:37 The installation involves cutting deck penetrations and welding schedule 10 stainless steel 90-degree bends to navigate the engine bay.58:07 Simultaneously, the crew identifies and tightens loose hydraulic fittings on the steering system after discovering fluid in the bilge.19:11 They also prepare to remove seized turbocharger studs from a Cummins engine to facilitate further mechanical maintenance.22:23 The exhaust fabrication process proves more time-consuming than anticipated, requiring three days of fitting and tack-welding to achieve the necessary clearance and alignment.58:29
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