The Nissan 18 that conked out on me down in Charlotte Harbor is fixed. I had my suspicions as to what was wrong. With on cylinder showing only 60 lbs compression, I reasoned that it had to be either a blown head gasket, sticking rings or a stuck valve. Well how about two out of three. Apparently a small hole in the head gasket was letting water into the rear cylinder. As time went on, the rings got sticky and started to loose compression. So after soaking the cylinders with a solvent, then replacing the head gasket, all is well. Who would have thought?
Here's a little reminder of the good sailing life. Next stop, Cedar key for two weeks in the RV with a roll out of the new Tridarka Raider. Can't wait!
Belle sailing Charlotte Harbor.
By the way, big changes around the boat yard. Next installment will feature our new facilities. We are very excited!
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