Agree, The point of discussing this topic is to learn and share maintenance
methods with fellow C owners so they can avoid future problems.
Vented loops are little understood, but simple and easy to maintain. I'll bet
the majority out there are closed shut with salt crystals or scale. Both
Dennis,
Your picture shows two vented loops, vented into each other. Possibly an
engine cooling line and a bilge pump. I'm no expert but I'm not sure if that
is proper. It could cause a problem if a vent valve fails open.
This Forespar video explains how they work.
Many folks don't have a problem with anything and thus don't
change anything.
The real problem arises if you have a crack or leak beyond the failed
vented loop and you're below the waterline, away from the boat for
extended periods of time, etc
Normal operation of items in service beyond vented
John,
Here's a pic of the vented wet exhaust riser on Touche'. At least I think
that's what it is.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r-3xSbChZeio35MrFSmtN03y6VW6ugKz/view?usp=sharing
It's the fiberglass loop at the top. Don't ask me how it works. Don't ask
me about the loop at the other end
Interesting – have not heard or seen vented loops used this way. My 34 does
not have them and no problems in 40 years
John Read
Legacy III
1982 C 34
Noank, CT
From: CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com]
Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2022 5:20 PM
To: CNC boat
Have used K in my vehicles for decades. Very satisfied. Should work in boats.
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On Jun 29, 2022, at 9:31 PM, Dave via CnC-List wrote:
We have met the enemy, and he is us! Lol
Mine also disintegrated, and the particles were ingested by the engine. Seems
a bit ironic
