I enjoy your videos. They do provide me with great ideas. Regarding your strainer cap..., I have a similar concept, except I purchased a replacement cover for my Groco strainers.., the same part. I then drilled a hole and mounted a hose fitting in the middle. I then simply switch out the cover for the modified cover and connect antifreeze through that. Since it is an exact replacement I have not leak issues. I also use -100 degree antifreeze since we boat on Lake Michigan. For our fresh water system I use an air compressor. I don't like the using chemicals in our water system. So I connect an air compressor to or city water hook up. I keep the PSI low around 30 or less and run air through all lines.., checking each area multiple times to make sure it is all blown out. I let the marina do our engines as they attach the inlet to the scuppers as they lift it out with the crane.
Thanks so much for feedback & sharing what you do! It’s always good to pick up ideas from others. we’d love to use that Groco cap idea but have Perko strainers 😩. This system has evolved a bit for us over the years but has worked well for us. Never tried the air blow out, but hear you on chemicals in fresh water - we do a thorough clean & rinse in spring & use city water for most stuff but still don’t drink or cook with water. Wow, hope you don’t reach anywhere too close to -100 this winter in Michigan.. but definitely better safe than sorry!! 🥶 👍
I am willing to pay a little more for the -100. For the AC, generator, and head, I typically only use 3 gallons. Temps can get quite cold (-40 actual).., but again some winters are somewhat mild. But you never know right? The forecasts are so accurate! So the peace of mind in using the -100 is assuring if nothing else. Our marina also uses -100 for all of the boats they prep I do like how you approach issues and reach a solution .., good thought process. That must be your training. Keep up the good work and keep making good videos!
@@robert-f2q9u I agree.. With temps where you are better safe than sorry! Appreciate the compliments- cap Brian is an IT engineer so he’s super methodical with troubleshooting solutions.. comes in handy with the boat!
Nice. My Sea Ray is a little smaller, so I use my suction cups on the outdrive with a similar setup for the same result. For years, I have been draining out as much as I could from the block after but seeing this similar procedure on your channel and another recently, it doesn't look necessary.
Thanks! Yes this is for our inboards but you’re right, similar idea… as long as you are flushing through pink until you see it coming out then you’re good. 👍
This is Awesome Captain Brian. You've explained it very well and now I fully understand how to make it and use. I can wait to try it. Thannk you very much. Regards, Orlton.
Here are the exact measurements of the flush cap we made: (Keep in mind we have 3126 CAT engines - your size may be different) Big Jig for engines - 5 3/8" x 6 5/8" - holes center to center 5" Small Jig for A/C & Gen - 3 3/4" x 5" - holes center to center 3 3/8" Holes on both are 3/8" wide and we used standard 1/4" plywood
I enjoy your videos. They do provide me with great ideas.
Regarding your strainer cap..., I have a similar concept, except I purchased a replacement cover for my Groco strainers.., the same part. I then drilled a hole and mounted a hose fitting in the middle. I then simply switch out the cover for the modified cover and connect antifreeze through that. Since it is an exact replacement I have not leak issues. I also use -100 degree antifreeze since we boat on Lake Michigan.
For our fresh water system I use an air compressor. I don't like the using chemicals in our water system. So I connect an air compressor to or city water hook up. I keep the PSI low around 30 or less and run air through all lines.., checking each area multiple times to make sure it is all blown out.
I let the marina do our engines as they attach the inlet to the scuppers as they lift it out with the crane.
Thanks so much for feedback & sharing what you do! It’s always good to pick up ideas from others. we’d love to use that Groco cap idea but have Perko strainers 😩. This system has evolved a bit for us over the years but has worked well for us. Never tried the air blow out, but hear you on chemicals in fresh water - we do a thorough clean & rinse in spring & use city water for most stuff but still don’t drink or cook with water.
Wow, hope you don’t reach anywhere too close to -100 this winter in Michigan.. but definitely better safe than sorry!! 🥶 👍
I am willing to pay a little more for the -100. For the AC, generator, and head, I typically only use 3 gallons. Temps can get quite cold (-40 actual).., but again some winters are somewhat mild. But you never know right? The forecasts are so accurate! So the peace of mind in using the -100 is assuring if nothing else. Our marina also uses -100 for all of the boats they prep
I do like how you approach issues and reach a solution .., good thought process. That must be your training. Keep up the good work and keep making good videos!
@@robert-f2q9u I agree.. With temps where you are better safe than sorry! Appreciate the compliments- cap Brian is an IT engineer so he’s super methodical with troubleshooting solutions.. comes in handy with the boat!
Nice. My Sea Ray is a little smaller, so I use my suction cups on the outdrive with a similar setup for the same result. For years, I have been draining out as much as I could from the block after but seeing this similar procedure on your channel and another recently, it doesn't look necessary.
Thanks! Yes this is for our inboards but you’re right, similar idea… as long as you are flushing through pink until you see it coming out then you’re good. 👍
This is Awesome Captain Brian. You've explained it very well and now I fully understand how to make it and use. I can wait to try it. Thannk you very much. Regards, Orlton.
Cool - we thought a breakdown with the equipment we use might be good - glad it helped you out Orlton!
Here are the exact measurements of the flush cap we made: (Keep in mind we have 3126 CAT engines - your size may be different)
Big Jig for engines - 5 3/8" x 6 5/8" - holes center to center 5"
Small Jig for A/C & Gen - 3 3/4" x 5" - holes center to center 3 3/8"
Holes on both are 3/8" wide and we used standard 1/4" plywood
I dont have a boat
sad! 🥲 seller’s remorse?