Maintenance 2004

Because of the problem with the overheating warning constantly going off. I ordered a new sender unit direct from Beta Marine, it arrived in 6 days and was £38. They were very helpful and although I did not have the engine number the part was identified from my description (there are several different types).

The new unit is set to switch at 96^oC. I'm sure the engine coolant was not at this temperature when the old one went off. When I removed the old sender it was marked 98⁰C. There was no sealing ring or anything supplied so I used PTFE tape with some sealant when I fitted it.

The boat was pulled out first week in September for blacking, checking the anodes and stern gear. I went to see if the plank that got caught in the prop whilst on holiday had caused any damage but there was not a mark on it.

The engine was also serviced, so that's it for another year. Luckily maintenance this year was uneventful.