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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 October 2023, 11:05
Replies: 13
Views: 3,812
Posted By AdamB1
I have an E-TEC 30 and my preference would be to...

I have an E-TEC 30 and my preference would be to run it in a bucket that is deep enough to cover the impeller. So far, I haven’t found the right size bucket.

Instead, it is fine to run the engine...
Forum: Engines & props 24 October 2022, 20:02
Replies: 30
Views: 9,866
Posted By AdamB1
It sounds like an overheating issue to me. If it...

It sounds like an overheating issue to me. If it were an eTec, I would suggest the vapour separator tank, but you don’t have one.

The telltale looks strong but that doesn’t mean water is flowing...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2021, 20:22
Replies: 21
Views: 7,410
Posted By AdamB1
Thanks to all of you who have offered suggestions...

Thanks to all of you who have offered suggestions to help me resolve this fault.
I’m pleased to say it seems to be fixed, and the solution was unusual so I will document it here for future ETEC...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2021, 11:04
Replies: 21
Views: 7,410
Posted By AdamB1
I’m not refusing to check the plugs, I just don’t...

I’m not refusing to check the plugs, I just don’t have a long enough socket and I can’t get a spanner round them.
Forum: Engines & props 01 August 2021, 19:27
Replies: 21
Views: 7,410
Posted By AdamB1
Thanks for all the suggestions. I haven’t...

Thanks for all the suggestions.
I haven’t managed to get the plugs out yet but I’m keen to see what condition they are in. I took the lower case off today and checked as many electrical...
Forum: Engines & props 31 July 2021, 20:07
Replies: 21
Views: 7,410
Posted By AdamB1
Thanks for the suggestions. Plug leads are...

Thanks for the suggestions.

Plug leads are on and tight.
I haven’t checked the plugs themselves yet.
Battery leads are sound.
Neutral sensor is working correctly (apparently this can cause...
Forum: Engines & props 30 July 2021, 19:46
Replies: 21
Views: 7,410
Posted By AdamB1
Evinrude E-TEC30 idles ok, runs rough in gear

Just arrived in Cornwall for the family holiday.
E-TEC 30 was running fine on the river 2 weeks ago.
After launching today, it started immediately as usual and idles as normal, but with any...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 July 2021, 21:34
Replies: 7
Views: 2,794
Posted By AdamB1
Thanks for all the suggestions. Symmetrical...

Thanks for all the suggestions.
Symmetrical patching on both sides might not look too bad. If I can match the colour, some paint might be worth a try first, though I think it would be hard to get a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 July 2021, 20:52
Replies: 7
Views: 2,794
Posted By AdamB1
Tubes worn / sun damaged

Hi, I’m looking for some advice on tube condition and repair.

Where the tubes have been exposed to the sun, there are areas of damage or wear. It looks like the material has lost its smooth top...
Forum: Engines & props 21 August 2020, 08:28
Replies: 1
Views: 2,364
Posted By AdamB1
Etec 30hp impeller and thermostat DIY?

My Evinrude E-TEC 30hp 2011 DPLIIH overheated on Day 1 of my holiday. The local engineer found the thermostat had seized and the impeller was not in great shape. Unfortunately the parts didn’t...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 July 2020, 05:52
Replies: 16
Views: 760
Posted By AdamB1
From everything I have read, I wouldn’t apply in...

From everything I have read, I wouldn’t apply in advance. Just register as a visitor at the first lock you come to and be ready to pay the daily fee.
However, make sure your boat is compliant with...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 July 2020, 22:00
Replies: 16
Views: 760
Posted By AdamB1
If you have no other electrical equipment on...

If you have no other electrical equipment on board (e.g. electric tilt) you may not need a Boat Safety Certificate and a licence would be enough. But in any case you don’t need a licence, you can...
Forum: Engines & props 06 June 2020, 20:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,205
Posted By AdamB1
Thanks for the advice and for the welcome. ...

Thanks for the advice and for the welcome.
I’ve sent it away to be refurbed - looking forward to seeing how it comes back
Forum: Engines & props 05 June 2020, 18:40
Replies: 6
Views: 1,205
Posted By AdamB1
How damaged is too damaged?

Hello - grateful for some prop advice.

The pics below show the prop from my E-TEC 30.
Do you think it is worth getting it repaired now, or if the damage is minor and not worth worrying about for...
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