Ripping Out My Boat’s Old Engine | Perkins Refit Begins! - Boat refit - Travels With Geordie #80

Описание: In this episode of Travels with Geordie, Peter dives deep into the technical side of his twin engine repower project aboard his classic wooden cruiser in Victoria, BC. Watch as he dismantles a Perkins 4.236 marine diesel engine, builds a custom dolly for transport, and demonstrates a clever bridge and lift system to remove and eventually reinstall the engine—all while living aboard!

You’ll learn valuable insights into diesel engine removal, dealing with tight engine room spaces, preventing electrolytic corrosion, and managing heavy loads safely on a boat. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in DIY boat repairs, classic vessel restoration, or liveaboard mechanical challenges.

👉 Topics Covered:
Perkins 4.236 disassembly and inspection
DIY engine lift and dolly build
Electrolytic corrosion explained and prevented
Liveaboard tips during major refits
Custom rigging for engine transport

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0:00 - Introduction
1:07 - Engine Dismantling Day Two
1:22 - Building Engine Dolly
2:33 - Stripping the Engine
4:04 - Tipping the Engine
5:02 - Lifting the Engine
7:01 - Electrolytic Corrosion Issue
9:34 - Removing Engine Parts
12:00 - Installing the Engine

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