rusbet
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About one month ago we replaced our radiator cap because of leaks.* The radiator cap was 7# rated and came from Trans Atlantic Diesel.* We then began our Great Loop Adventure.* Within two weeks we noticed anti-freeze under the engine.* The fresh water tank to the engine was replaced and an overflow tank was installed.* About one week later we noticed an accumulation of anti-freeze under the engine and found that the two bolts under the mani-cooler were leaking.* (We had been topping off the anti-freeze thinking that not enough had been put in when the pump was installed but of course we were WRONG).* We are now at Isle of Hope Marina MM 590 and a mechanic is coming out this morning to look at it.* When speaking with the mechanic who installed the water pump, he thought that the mani-cooler may only need to be reseated.* When speaking with Trans Atlantic diesel they suggest that if that does not work, a kit to redo the mani-cooler for about $3,500 plus labor might be the next step.
Our Perkins has 2400 hours.* It had been on the hard from March 2009 to November 2010 (with the exception of a short survey trip.* Pls don't tell us we should not have purchased the boat.* We were green and new to this
Any thoughts or sage advice?
Our Perkins has 2400 hours.* It had been on the hard from March 2009 to November 2010 (with the exception of a short survey trip.* Pls don't tell us we should not have purchased the boat.* We were green and new to this
Any thoughts or sage advice?