Ep 177 - Is Our Caterpillar BOAT Engine In Trouble? #marineengine #engineroom

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  @stevenborman9110 · 2 years ago

  In all these videos from the beginning of your journey, Simon really has come out his shell and seems to be enjoying talking to all of us, explaining what he is doing and such. Gemma is just a star.

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  @4437RR · 2 years ago

  Gained new respect for Simon and his abilities 😮.

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  @gilbertmarshall7957 · 2 years ago

  Great episode, makes a nice change from woodwork. The flat-faced seal is key, along with a weep-hole. I've recently used a product by SKF called a Speedi-Sleeve. They cover the damaged part of the shaft and cost just a few pounds.

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  @billmeldrum2509 · 2 years ago

  You guys are fearless! Fingers crossed for this project. 🇨🇦

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  @robinstyles9997 · 2 years ago

  My contribution towards the new pump

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  @nicksearle3677 · 2 years ago

  Also I’m always really impressed with Simon’s ability to laugh at calamity and maintain his calm. Seeing this has made me want to do better when everything goes wrong, which is quite regular in engineering

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  @thom196121 · 2 years ago

  Love seeing a good couple working together and I understand that they’re can be disagreements but you work together thick and tine

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  @davidpearson8954 · 2 years ago

  You guys never cease to amaze and inspire me. 😊

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  @johnbazaar8440 · 2 years ago

  Good to find and fix now rather than at sea. 👍😎

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  @duaneayers6117 · 2 years ago

  Every time Simon would start these 2 motors. He would have a smile ear to ear. So I'm sure that Simon will have no problem working on them.

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  @phy7dop · 2 years ago

  Hi guys. Very interesting video. I was a failure analysist for a manufacturer of diesel engines for many years. The rust probably won't bother the rocker arms, shaft, push rods, gears, splines etc. They are heavy sections of steel and a bit of microscopic pitting wont hurt. Valve springs however are very sensitive to any kinds of defects, especially corrosion pitting. As these are highly stressed and subject to constant stress cycles the pitting can lead to fatigue failure of the springs. In turn you would be at risk of dropping a valve. I would definitely price up a new set of springs, if nothing else.

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  @GaryinSouthAfrica · 2 years ago

  Going to really enjoy watching Simon getting this engine repaired and then getting it purring like a kitty Cat 😊

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