Diesel Overheating Dinghy Pump Hack

Bert Vermeer tells his story of an overheating Beta Marine 20 diesel sailboat engine with clogged sail drive intake ports and how he used this boat hack. He makes interesting use of his dinghy pump to handle this sailboat emergency. We also look at the Aqualarm Cooling Water Flow Detector and water level sensor switches that you can use to protect your sailboat. Full article: https://www.practical-sailor.com/systems-propulsion/diesel-engines/unblock-a-seacock-with-this-dinghy-pump-hose-hack Practical Sailor is your trusted resource for reviews of sailboats and sailing gear. https://www.practical-sailor.com Chat with us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/PracticalSailor/