Coarse alignment of the engine

[@jaysilber910]

I’m a metal guy, not a boat guy. But strictly from a metal/fabrication/mechanic standpoint, the stuff you have done is brilliant. Very creative. Making good use of simple things for elegant solutions.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Jay.

[@NebukedNezzer]

getting the coupling aligned is critical and worth the effort you are putting in to get it rite. having the emergency shut off flap working is so important to saving the engine in case of a run away.

[@rebuildingslainte]

Stu, I have watched your channel for years on my personal channel and you inspired me to document my journey of rebuilding an old Bertram 28. All i have to say is thank you for your videos and education my friend. Cheers from CT, USA!

[@geiroc]

I’m refurbishing my Volvo Penta 40b, pulling it up an down in my Nimbus 800. It only weighs 500kilos. I would cry if it was 1 ton like yours. Keep up the Good work, and Thanks for another cool video!👍😎

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@barriepayne6200]

Bloody hell thought youd cracked it when you got engine on boarded ,little did I know. You have got some super patience.Iwould have drilled a hole in the bilge an sunk the so and so.I think you deserve a medal.

[@Frank-dz8jt]

Congratulations! getting that motor set in place has definitely put you on a downhill run!! Regardless of what you install it in, a brand new motor gets your blood pumping, and makes everything else a piece of cake!!

[@HarleyRog]

You need a piece of paper taped on a wall that says “Out there are 132,000 strangers I have never met, but who feel they know me as a friend because they are following me through this journey” Then when you get a touch of the turgid gloom’s, read it out to yourself. You are not talking to a camera, you are talking to all us disciples . 🤗😁 Respect to you Stu.

[@juststuff8752]

Well said. I second this. Keep going Stu.

[@DangarMarine]

That’s a good idea. Parts of the job certainly feel hard and lonely but it does help having you guys supporting me. :)

[@juststuff8752]

I sit here every week waiting for the next instalment. If you don’t put something up every week I get really annoyed and sulk about until you do....😂😂 You are doing what my lifetime dream has been. Hopefully you will motivate me to try at very least a small part of what you have achieved. Proud to say I watch your journey. 👍😁

[@lesroberts2244]

who needs Netflix ?

[@flick22601]

Wish I lived closer. Don't know how much real work I could do but, a second set of eyes and someone on the main deck prying here and there sure seems like it would make the job easier.

[@tinsmith4540]

Stu, its a boat, nothing is straight or square or parallel. You have three planes, vertical for and aft, horozantal and vertical port and stbd.Work in one plane first, when that is right work the next, then the next, then go back and tru up the first plane with your fine adjusters then the second, then third, then go backand check it all twice more. Then you can break out the feeler guages and do it all again twice more. Aint boating fun!! Trust me, we are all on your side!

[@scottchapple588]

You're nearing the detail level now. As far and as fast as you've come with Renco, it's the details that will eat your lunch - and your time. These next steps are going to be great. Keep up the good work, mate!

[@MargaretLeber]

Fascinating how many problems can be solved with the judicious application of an angle grinder.

[@DangarMarine]

Indeed. Metal where it shouldn't be? Crack out the grinder!

[@marktanska6331]

Never any harm buying more bolts,or screws. Took me years of overbuying but now I haven't purchased bolts or screws for couple years, and I use some almost every day.

[@DangarMarine]

It’s so far to the hardware store from here that I always buy every size might possibly need. :)

[@Colt3854]

Love your persistence Stu. You are to be admired.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@rifke]

I have no idea what you are doing but I am hooked on your channel.

[@deeparks3112]

Yes sir! jackscrews and adjustable mounts look like the way to succeed. Good problem solving Stu.

[@dadbuk3796]

So much respect for you mate for pushing on with this alignment without losing it.

[@RoadhogRNA]

Stu years ago I used to wrestle big block 427/454 Chevrolet motors into tiny Vega drag strip cars, but this boat engine fit is the damnedest deal I’ve ever seen. Your doing it right but WOW!!!!!!! Those are some tight tolerances!!!!

[@DangarMarine]

It is quite the squeeze!

[@terry8101]

Hi Stu, really appreciate these videos, especially your older outboard maintenance ones. Can't wait to see your boat. Completed.

[@samwhitehead7695]

You are a Bloody Legend Stu, I have followed you all the way back to the start of the project, and even as a Skipper/Engineer and Scuba instructor, You have made me doubt that I will ever take on a Project of this magnitude, Nothing in life comes easy, and Renko is no exception, You are an inspiration Stu, Regards from Cairns. Sam.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Sam. I’m glad I don’t know what it would take when I started as I probably wouldn’t have begun!

[@miguelfatman6066]

As I said before Stu, steady does it but the sun was out and this was most positively a 4 man job, 1 on top, 1 inside, 1 guiding and the fourth man fetching the beer.

[@philcarkagis2351]

Hang in there Stu! Another great offering. Thousands of us are looking forward to the engine running, the prop turning and no vibration apart from that wonderful Screaming Jimmy letting us know it's doing its job.

[@DangarMarine]

Not long now Phil!

[@Johnhealey-]

Cool. Another step closer Stu. Thanks for the presentation mate. Nice one

[@brucecliffe6213]

Not far now Stu, keep your chin up mate. It is always a trial at this time of year with the heat and humidity, but look how far you have come. Someone said to me 43 years ago when I was starting out with mine, "Boats are for Goats, they are a hole in the water you just keep throwing money into" they may be right, but boy, on a good day there is nothing better than messing about in boats. I like your work Stu, and your tenacity. Cheers mate.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Bruce. I’m sure all the effort will feel worthwhile as I’m cruising up the coast. :)

[@halcobb1627]

Stu, You make it all look so glamorous :)….but seriously, there is always a 'grind' part of every project...good on you for having the courage to share more than just the 'fun' stuff.

[@robstirling3173]

Well done Stu! I like the idea of the lateral jacking bolts.

[@tickytacky8078]

Every single one of your past and future clients should watch your videos if they ever want to question your judgement/ cost/ time. If I ever get back to that area to dive I'll be sure to look you up. Assuming the barrier reef is still there. Gulf of Thailand was amazing. Can't wait.

[@DangarMarine]

I’m looking forward to getting up to the reef. I hope the bleaching isn’t too bad.

[@Fat_Rob]

One step closer Stu ! Great video !

[@littlezero6399]

I have been watching since before this whole restoration process, but I still remember your first video asking the question, "Is it a smart idea to buy an old steel boat?". I hope after you get Renko underway and she passes her tests you will revisit that question and let us know what you think. xD

[@xyzabc4574]

Same exact thoughts here. It was that bold question that attracted me to this channel in the first place. "Is it a smart idea to buy an old steel boat?" I'd very much like to hear Stu's opinion when it's all said and done. I know my answer to the question, "Do you like welding?"

[@debajyotibhowmick9391]

Same here, its that question which took me here and got me hooked ever since... and loving every moment of it... Cheers Stu👍🍻

[@Bigdernie01]

Stu, that was an excellent original question to ask and definitely for me that is an ABSOLUTE NO. I purchased an old Sparkman and Steven's 38 footer,built from Australian Jarrah and a beautiful looking yacht, but the work never ended and the drain on the purse was constant. I am sad she has gone in some aspects but I do not have to worry about BOAT. Bring On Another Thousand. Never a more apt definition ever Uttered. You are a Good Man Sir.

[@DangarMarine]

Yep, I’ll definitely do a bookend video to go with that first one.

[@ruperthartop7202]

Great idea Stu. The more adjustment the better with such a heavy engine and box. Really coming along now. Several well earned beers deserved. Thanks for sharing

[@TugboatMatt]

Another great video. Thank you for posting! I have a couple small tugboats that are old logging tugs, I am currently repowering one with a 6.354 perkins. The old engine is a Lister FR4

[@DangarMarine]

Good luck with your project, they sound like interesting boats.

[@Kheir112]

Stu, get yourself a Dremel, those little suckers are great for getting into places, where nothing else will fit. Great tools for detailed work.

[@dslinger7897]

Sweet! It's lined up so good it looks like you'll have very little fine tuning to do with how close it is. Welding those plates on with the bolts to tweak the alignment is a great idea. You'll have super accurate adjustment that way. Congrats on getting er done

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I feel like I’m over the hurdle now. The fine alignment should be pretty easy.

[@Br3no94]

Enjoying every one of your videos Stu, always looking forward to the new ones! Really appreciate you taking us along for the ride

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@kglesq1]

Great video as always Stu. Getting that coarse alignment dialed in looked like a brutally tedious job; glad its behind you.

[@LeytonC]

Looking good!! I am really positive that it will all be perfect. If you are worried about the vertical alignment of the engine, maybe adding a plumb line to the front will show that up. I was saying at screen, tack them in, tack them in :D

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@scottjacko87]

Great bit of progress on the Detroitis with this one. The Jack screws look to have made a big difference! Looking forward to exhaust, coolant and wiring next no doubt. :)

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, they've certainly made it much easier to make fine adjustments.

[@pbentley1]

Mate, really turned a corner in this vid. Well and truely broken the back of the alignment.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I really felt that way too. I feel it is just a matter of when now rather than how.

[@rogerbayzand4455]

@@DangarMarine My thoughts exactly, just about got it cracked.

[@catherinehourihan2602]

@@DangarMarine Yip you're now in, "The same Parish " as that Axial Alignment seems very close almost sorted, plus as you have tacked up the Brackets with the Jacking Screws once you have locked them up you will be even able to correct sidewards alignments by releasing half turns on one side while jacking slightly on the other side, Just remember that there needs to be a good Even bite taken up on all four corners allowing the weight spread on the Jacking nuts on those pads, as you can get rocking of the engine if one isn't taking it's fair share of the load... Down that home straight.... Great Work...

[@charlesxix]

I was sat here watching you struggle. I'm nackered. Roll on the next instalment.

[@theessexhunter1305]

Saw your dive tanks which reminded me of my trip to Auz, dived and stayed with Deep 6 from Jervis bay. My dive master from the UK passed his IDC in Auz and got a job with them. Bill and Julia ran it then. Helped him out with some training with the big classes. Stayed in oak flats with my mums cousins who like my mum and dad have passed on. The bracket worked out well

[@desolatemetro]

Great job buddy. Keep going...almost there.

[@DangarMarine]

Getting close now. :)

[@MsJon52]

well done considering you did all that by yourself , i had a extra pair of hands helping me and it was still a chore, your on the final leg now so bait up a hook have a cold one and take a break when needed,

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Jon, getting very close now.

[@mikeskelly2356]

When you finally get the boat as level as you want it, mount a circular bubble gauge on the helm so you can tell in the future if you're trimmed up properly for rough weather. Considering how small she actually is, having stowage properly mounted and trimmed will make cruising so much easier and safer...

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, I do think being able to keep an eye on the trim will make the boat safer at sea.

[@johnlong5343]

I’ve always had luck making fine adjustments with a porta power hydraulic rams. Small hand pump styles work great. You’ve got everybody in the states wishing it wasn’t winter👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@steveshoemaker6347]

l am a bit late getting here...Sorry about that mate.....Looks like you are getting close to what you need.....Lots of hard work and all.....Thanks for the update my friend.....From Kentucky USA...!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Steve!

[@thetimtorresin]

Thanks again for sharing your work with us. I hadn't noticed it before this video, but you should consider pointing the generator so the exhaust blows away from the engine bay. I know there's probably enough airflow to not worry, but the exhaust gasses are heavier than air and will settle down there with you. Look forward to the next video

[@DangarMarine]

It is a valid concern, but I also think the gasses tend to rise up being hot.

[@dongorsegner4607]

At one time I was a structural welder. When welding mounts, if you skip a small section of the weld, that is leaving a small gap, it will stop any cracks that may occur from vibration from running across the entire weld.

[@DangarMarine]

Interesting, thanks for sharing your tip!

[@rexvaughn986]

A rigged up shade tarp from the wheel house to the back of the boat would be a nice addition to keep you out of the heat. Keep up the great work.

[@MangoVisionn]

MJW you’re allowed to suggest inanimate white objects with out being racist mate, all your doing is showing us all insecurities around your own race

[@bjet2]

@@MangoVisionn I think it was a comment about how ridiculous modern PC culture is more so then his personal insecurities, Projecting much?

[@MangoVisionn]

Brett Young he’s literally partaking in PC culture even if it is being facetious, think about it

[@bjet2]

@@MangoVisionn I don't think partaking in a culture or ideology for the purpose of mocking it is necessarily a bad thing.

[@MangoVisionn]

Brett Young - I made the assumption that someone who brings race into a discussion about bloody awnings on boats, hasn’t exactly grasped the concept enough to mock the subject/culture. That may not be a fair assumption but it’s one I made.

[@licensetochill79]

Stu as we say here in America ( looks good from my house) LOL this is in reference to that 5 thousands of an inch coupler and prop shaft connection. Fight through the boredom fight through the pain we are pulling for you

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@jasonchia7256]

Love the Cleaver Green tee shirt Stu! Nice job on the mounts too!

[@gavinb9627]

Congratulations on cresting that huge mental mountain. It really was getting the better of you, but you powered through it all with very impressive results. Now let the spontaneous one liners recommence. Well done!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Got there in the end! :)

[@leeh.4453]

Shaft alignment is a very specialized skill set, I think. Highly paid. So you deserve at least a six-pack of your favorite Aussie beer. Another one, I mean. Keep pluggin', Brother Stu.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Lee.

[@pbrstreetgang2489]

Awesome job Stu! Good progress without going overboard so to speak. Noticed you fixed the really cool Ship's Clock - good on you!

[@alanglen5902]

I believe alignment is best done when afloat. It is common practice to disconnect the flange just before a hull is placed on a hard standing. Inevitably the hull distorts and often the flanges will move out of alignment. This saves bending the prop shaft. It depends of course on shaft length and build.

[@ZaphodsPlanet]

Great progress Stu..... can't wait for the next update. You're getting so close!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@fachu2]

Its fighting you all the way Stu but your tenacity should be admired. I'm sure Jack Black would be a fan.

[@Buses2Bikes]

Very exciting! Another completed project closer to treasure hunting!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Fred. Slowly getting there!

[@jarrettbeard9085]

That Rake t shirt is epic! “Free Cleaver Greene” 😂

[@bikemessenger7]

OOF! man, well all I can say is that I am glad I was not there trying to figure this out and that I know you had some reservations about how centered the boat's name was but I didn't notice anything off when you were looking at the back of the Trawler today. Looks great, good luck!.

[@Dan_C604]

HelloStu, that was really heavy work. Looking forward to seeing this part all the way finished. Cheers mate!

[@thedutchman7327]

These engine aligning videos make me feel a little relief that my first boat resto (a 20 foot sharkcat) has outboards.

[@DangarMarine]

Outboards are easy like that.

[@TheBaz1944]

Tick, tick, tick, one step at a time---aahhh to have the patience of a fisherman---so good to see it all coming together, gooduponyou Stu & stay safe.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Barry, getting there now!

[@tony8902]

Keep going as nothing easy will be a rewarding as finishing the restoration project you have taken on.......i always have a restoration project on the go from a 40 year old Land Rover Lightweight to the currant project which is a 65 year old Austin K9 radio body army lorry.....I find that a little often will get it done as giving up my whole days off makes me not enjoy the process, plus anyone can just go out and buy a new one or pay someone to do it for them but where is the fun in that. Keep at it you on the home straight. Tony England.

[@DangarMarine]

I think you are right Tony, a little bit of progress often is a great way to tackle these projects.

[@martinpiggins5772]

Hey Stuey, an awful lot of in and out of the engine bay and adjustment all round but it’s good to see that you’ve gotten to the point where you are committing yourself to it, I guess you just need time to mull over all of the variables before you get to the point where you think there’s only so much that can go wrong- a confident educated guess- that’s how we’ve gotten this far as a species haha, good to see it’s coming along so well👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@rwecks597]

Good video as always,enjoy watching what your doing. Thank you for bring us along.

[@vanbulance5695]

The new camera / lighting combo looks fantastic Stu good work m8

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@cybersylo5786]

Talk about a huge milestone getting that beast into its final position. All that bloody heavy work will make the fine tuning process so much easier. Good call on the redundant bilge pumps, can't ever be to cautious with those systems. Another great job, cheers to you mate, go have a beer.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I definitely think I’m part the worst of it now.

[@kempy535]

So close! Nice work Stu.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Very close now.

[@glassgoat9601]

20 degrees F here today, I’m jealous of the shorts and tees.

[@captdonformulapacific228]

Well done Stu!! cant wait te see RenKo move under her own power!

[@richardsiddon610]

Good work Stu. Keep at it mate.

[@TheUffeess]

I wish I had your patience to make everything perfect before taking a big step in a project. Good for you!

[@rodneyhardee2527]

Looking great. Hang in there. Be motoring around before long

[@masterfranco01]

Nice work, it looks like you aligned it alone, well done, maybe a laser alignment tool might help as well, pointing at both shaft until straight. Cheers from the Netherlands.

[@jimmyflynn1764]

hi stu I know its hard work doin thing and especially in that heat and on your own but still enjoying all your vids even better with the new camera keep goin mate you will get there you look like you have that excitement on your face now for the start up well done stu another great vid

[@makeitwork583]

The one thing that “sticks” out about your welding is that you always seem to get your penetration spot on. Nice work.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. It's interesting how improving your welding is mostly about getting a better eye for what it should look like so you know what needs to change. A very cold and shallow weld is certainly something I try to avoid ever seeing!

[@clayfarnet970]

I hate to say it Stu, but seeing all of the equipment on deck, you're going to need a bigger boat soon...or get the boat stretcher out. 😫😂😜✌️✌️

[@Bob8091]

This reminded me of those tense moments in Sci Fi films where the space pod has trouble docking with the mother ship. In this case, instead of thrusters, it was spanners and crowbars.

[@andrewshackleton2917]

Stue what’s going on ? Over a week now since last video.. I can’t survive without you....... come on mate 🙏🙏🙏

[@jameswhittington4779]

Truly enjoying your adventure, thanks for sharing!!

[@CheersWarren]

Nice work Stu. It's more difficult to align when the diameters of shaft and flange , polyflex are different . When the same a simple straight edge can be used for closer aligning. I remember doing that with twin Volvos TAMB6? In the factory but the deck was not on yet so much easier to work on! And everything was brand new too! Cheers Warren

[@honorharrington4546]

Looking great! My only thought is to inspect the prop and weed cutter before going much further. It is unlikely that the shaft has moved forward during work but it may have moved backwards. Remember you need enough travel aft in the shaft to get the flange nut to clear the poly bushing during removal. (The nut and shaft Should have been flush or recessed.) The cutlass bearing will self adjust to any minor thick areas of the prop shaft as long as it has water present and the initial revs are kept low for a while. If you want a good sanity check on your alignment try installing the rest of the poly bolts. If they all thread in easy your alignment should be close and the Mark One Eyeball can get surprisingly close. :D

[@DangarMarine]

I’m looking forward to getting the rest of the bolts in and seeing how easily they start.

[@MargaretLeber]

Big ups for the "Honor Harrington" handle. Nike's bridge was hazed with thin smoke, eddying towards the holed bulkheads and the bottomless hunger of vacuum beyond. Electrical fires blazed unchecked, Astrogation was so much blasted wreckage, and bodies littered the deck. Edward Saganami's face was streaked with blood as he faced the pickup, and more blood coated his vac suit's right side as it pulsed from a deep wound in his shoulder. The tactical display was still up behind him. Its icons and damage sidebars and the lurid damage codes on the damage control schematic flickered and wavered as its power fluctuated. But they were still there, still showed the other battlecruiser maneuvering for the final, fatal shot Nike could no longer avoid. "We're done, James," Saganami said. His voice was hoarse, harsh with pain and the exhaustion of blood loss, yet his expression was almost calm. "Tell the Queen. Tell her what my people did. And tell her I'm sor-" The simulator went black. There was utter silence in the lightless auditorium. And then, slowly, one final image appeared. It was the golden cross and starburst of the Parliamentary Medal of Valor on its blue, white, and red ribbon. The same colors gleamed among the ribbons on Dame Honor's chest, but this Medal of Valor was different. It was the very first PMV ever awarded, and it hung before them for perhaps twenty seconds. And then the lights came up once more, and Lady Dame Honor Harrington, Commanding Officer of the newly reactivated Eighth Fleet, Manticoran Alliance, looked out over the Royal Manticoran Naval Academy's four hundred and eleventh senior class. They looked back at her, and she inhaled deeply. "Ladies and Gentlemen," she said, her soprano voice ringing out clear and strong, "the tradition lives!"

[@honorharrington4546]

@@MargaretLeber It gets a nod or a wink every now and then from those who know but it's such an ordinary name that it never inspires interest in those who don't recognise it. Kinda wanted to guide others to read the books. Military SciFi is such a small readership.

[@henrikminassian8747]

Love this weeks shirt Stu! You need a photo of Cleaver Green to go up with Steve Zissou.

[@paintnamer6403]

I learned the hard way, put tack welds where a grinder can get to them!

[@clayfarnet970]

I hate when that happens. 👍👍👍 :)

[@ludditeneaderthal]

I told you to raise the starboard aft mount to put weight on the fore port one, but I dont think you could hear me, lol. You have terrier like tenacity, Stu. Wrestling heavy iron in a sun baked steel box is an unenviable task, but you're winning the match, slow but sure!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate!

[@KenBlackRifleAmerica]

Daffy's such a trooper!!

[@victorbitter583]

Hey Stu, I left them stainless food trays for you at the office/tackle shop of the main marina at Brooklyn today. The red headed duck manager has them in the office. You know the marina with the bottle shop and jet ski and boat hire. cheers.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, I'll grab them when I'm out today. :)

[@victorbitter583]

@@DangarMarine Good stuff. There is 2 macadamia nuts in between the 2 as they are stackable. I'd leave them (or something else that size) in between them until you use them or you will have a bitch of a time separating them. Especially if water gets in between them. ask me how i know lol. cheers.

[@locksnkeys]

Ahh a Rake fan - free Cleaver Green tee - excellent

[@britcom1]

The river is running so fast now it looks like you're under way.

[@britcom1]

@Aluminium workboat project It's the Hawkesbury River, which is an estuary.

[@terravarious]

Rent, beg, borrow, or steal an Optiline laser alignment tool. Do it perfectly in one shot with the poliflex in place. No need to take it back out again. You can get away with as little as a 91 deg rotation.

[@DangarMarine]

I may get a guy in ti do that super fine alignment once it is running. I didn’t feel I could really contract anyone until I had given him or her a good way of doing their job which I feel I have now with all the screw adjustment.

[@OddBall1958]

I'm amazed that you still have all your toes!

[@navigator902]

Brilliant shimming ... looks like Dangar Island has nice weather these days... the current looks to be five knots so run off is major... can't wait for sea trials...

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@gavintaylor8513]

I'm really enjoying following the progress. cheers.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Gavin. :)

[@storbokki371]

Mmm, fresh pinched eggs. My favorite. My grandmother use to send me out to pinch eggs when I was a kid. Good luck with your motor mounts. That looks like a bear of a project between the weight of the engine, the tight quarters, and the motion of the ocean. Stay safe!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@RangieNZ]

Stu, I recently went through the same process of needing the auxillary connector on the welder with a mismatched plug on the torch. Those factory plugs are really difficult & expensive to get. In the end, I went for a "mini-trailer plug/socket". Go to the Super Cheap Auto site and put in the part numbers 324414 and 324417. It's been working great.

[@russw5301]

I can see a lot of progress here, well done mate!. You are definitely on the right track. Sadly I didn't see any Coopers around to prevent dehydration. Better watch that. Been hot!.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Russ, definite getting there now. :)

[@garydavo07]

Just a thought on why one of the mounts was “free” . 1 Tripod. You only need three points to stabilise an object. I can go into more detail but I’m sure you get it. 2 Points. Your bolts are not points. The bolt’s nut has a diameter of about 20mm and is flat. One is probably enough to hold the engine in place in the scenario you encountered . As you changed the weight on the other mounts, by screwing , and their location, by hammer tapping , the weight came back onto the fourth one. Just my thoughts. We all greatly appreciate your work an even though I have boats down here in melb, I am “ messing around on boats” vicariously through you. Thanks again

[@bartonrobinson4266]

Making headway Stu, what else could you ask for? 6 eggs maybe? That's going to work pretty darn good on the alignment issue, good on the mental work !!

[@TheStargateNerd]

I've been watching this series from the very first episode. Always looking forward to your next episode/update, as it's very entertaining to watch you work and listen to your reasoning. Keep up the good work, man!

[@z_actual]

certainly better watching him slowly go crazy than experiencing it myself

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@davidwoods4366]

Thanks as always Stu,almost there now. Enjoy your pigeon eggs,,,,,,,,,,,

[@jby257]

That’s a pretty constant drip from under the drive shaft. Great progress all round.

[@DangarMarine]

I tightened it and it stopped straight away.