Last post on Hooligan (1982 Hull #370) refit was April 2017. Somehow go talked into going back to work, but sanity prevailed and I re-retired in early 2018. I have completed a number of smaller interior projects as well as major topside projects. Will post exterior projects separately (Photos attached).
Engine: Had leak in the fuel injection pump, which was sent out for rebuild. While the engine was apart, I cleaned and repainted individual parts as well as the block. Installed all new belts, hoses, filters, replaced the fresh water thermostat, added a coolant recovery system, rebuilt the Jabsco raw water pump and replaced the oil pressure sending unit. I couldn't find W50 red paint, so used Ford Red. AlSO, discovered that the injector pump bleed by the pencil point in attached photo consists of a banjo bolt which holds an internal ball bearing in place as the seal. Unfortunately the bolt was removed and the bb lost during bleeding. Fortunately my mechanic had a Holly carburetor rebuilt kit and the smallest bearing fit perfectly.
Engine Flush System: When the engine was apart I was surprised by all the crud in the old hoses and parts, so assembled a flush system (see photo). Pumped diluted Barnacle Buster into the engine using the raw water pump and let sit for 4 hours. Even with new hoses flow was about doubled - just don't leave zincs in the engine, because they will disappear!
Air Conditioning: Installed a Micro-Air "Easy Start" system on my Ocean Breeze 18,000 BTU unit and can now run the A/C while using my 2500 Max-Watt gas powered generator (no photo) at anchor.
A/C Sump Modification: Found my floor boards were swelling/sticking due to condensate in the sump. Modified & sealed the original refrigerator sump to eliminate the problem.
Galvanic Isolator: Haven't had a major problem with corrosion at my dock, but installed a galvanic isolator primarily for when boat is at other locations.
Spare Battery Start Switch: Hardwired an isolation switch from my spare start battery and installed a dedicated trickle charger.
Anchor Locker: Modified to accomodate 2 anchors on the bow.
Interior LED Lights: Replaced all fixtures or fixture bulbs (no photo).
If anyone is interested in more details on these modifications, contact me by email -
telindsay@comcast.net