Pre-filling a fuel filter before installation prevents injection airlocks
Before mounting the new Nanni fuel filter, the episode shows pouring clean diesel fuel directly into the filter canister. The purpose of this step is to prevent airlocks in the injection system. Installing a dry filter can introduce air into the fuel line, which makes bleeding the system necessary and can cause hard starting or rough running after maintenance.
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Raw water pump impeller replacement: parts you need on board
For a raw water pump impeller service, the episode shows three items you need to have ready: a replacement rubber impeller sized for your pump, assorted rubber O-rings, and a small packet of silicone impeller lubricant. The lubricant makes
Why a combination wrench set with socket ends is ideal for tight engine spaces
Lauren Landers Sailing recommends a compact combination wrench set where one end is a standard open wrench and the other end has a ratcheting socket. The original motivation was impeller replacement work, where access is tight and a full so
Nanni engine oil and fuel filter part numbers for reference
During the engine maintenance portion of the episode, two Nanni Genuine Parts filters are shown side by side. The oil filter part number is 970603003 and the fuel filter part number is 970313291. Having the exact part numbers makes reorderi