Hi CHBs, Diesel Electric trains use that mode because it is a very efficent way to power each of several axles very equally (less slipping on the track). Each...
Thanks for keeping us in the Loop BJ. Although I don't believe that it is all true, I'd be excited to learn that I'm wrong. Electricity as a propulsion has ...
Chubbies, Fisher-Panda is on the case as well. http://www.whisperprop.de/eng They show an aziprop on a power cruiser. HAPPY NEW YEAR,---- ya'll. CCC CHARLES...
Mornin' Dick, Happy NY all. I struggled a bit early on learning just how inefficient the diesels are as well. I wouldn't know the diff between Hp and ft lbs,...
Terry, how many 8-D batteries would it take to equal the amp/hour ... hearing ... John, I'm not that old!! The SSN643,645 were Attack class NUKE subs built and...
Terry, how many 8-D batteries would it take to equal the amp/hour ... hearing ... John, I'm not that old!! The SSN643,645 were Attack class NUKE subs built and...
So Terry, you don’t belong to the “Old Fuds, Young Studs and Lt Commanders” --didn’t think you were that old-but submariners like to keep up with their...
" I struggled a bit early on learning just how inefficient the diesels are as well." I am a bit confused, so please bear with me while I ask a few questions in...
... I'm not THAT old either but I did spend a few years on a diesel- electric submarine (USS Odax SS 484)... the boats were in use up until the 1970s. Each...
Rick, Yes, gas and diesel engines lose considerable efficiency by the time it reaches the prop. An electric motor turning that shaft is much more efficient. ...
"Yes, gas and diesel engines lose considerable efficiency by the time it reaches the prop. An electric motor turning that shaft is much more efficient." Thanks...
Rick, I can't speak as to what your motor is delivering to the prop since I don't know what your motor is. If a 120 Lehman, I assure you that while cruising at...
... I can't remember the formula but it seems that a decade ago I calculated that it took approximately 28hp to move our 34' displacement hull through the...
Happy New Year Everyone! Might as well start the new year off with a question. I have the 1985 42 Present and I noticed a leak around the port rudder. First...
Ron, Good for you. You have the concept while I'm still learning. Those struggling should consider a few things. How can the 27 Hp Yanmar that is std on a ...
noticed a leak around the port rudder. the water was coming from and it comes in from around/under the edges of the ... way ... I noticed a gap on the outer...
Charles, We are indeed fortunate to have you as a member of the group!! Thanks from many of us who use your experience on our ole' CHB's. Cordially, Mike...
Charles, There is a box/housing over the rudder that makes it seem like it will be a tough job. Does yours have this? Also, some of the nuts seem to be...
... many of us who use your experience on our ole' CHB's. ... Mike You are too kind. I have just been at this so long that I have encountered so much and made...
... a ... "buried" ... them" ... Matt, The boxing that you mention is the rudder table that holds the bearing in which the stock turns. Mine and most are SS. ...
Re: Penetrating oil. For years now I have been restoring old belt drive machinery that is up to and over 100 years old which will be driven with our steam...
Some of you know that I restore old cars. Been using KROIL for a long time. It really works, although I've never had a need for 55gal of the stuff! <G>. Andy...
Charles, Yea, that's why you are so good for us. Mike ... From: Charles & Pat Culotta To: CHB@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 3:33 PM Subject:...
Bj, "I can't speak as to what your motor is delivering to the prop …" I don't recall asking. All I did was throw out a number for a hypothetical trawler and...
You aren't going to get me to bite on THAT one, Bob. Hope all is well with you and Gerri, and a Happy New Year to all our CHB friends. Andy Clark 1978 34 CHB ...
Hey Andy, Do you think using some Kroil for hair tonic might loosen things up between the ears for some of us? Be careful how you respond :). Bob Bachman My...
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Kroil has been a stock item in our naval shipyards for at least the last several decades. It works as Sandy says. It's good stuff. Bob Bachman My Lady 45'CHB ...
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Great questions Rick. And I doubt anyone is taking offense or viewing your note as argumentative or inflammatory. I'm certainly not as some of the questions I...
Matt, Is that rudder plate metal or wood glassed over? Several years ago I had the same problem. One of the bolts snapped off as I tried to tighten it to stop...
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