[Sentoa] Side Power leaks

[Cameron Sharpe]

When we purchased Seastar in January 06, the Sidepower thruster gears were 
corroded.  It seems the zinc on the thruster had degraded (during several 
months of inactivity).  Entire thruster was replaced.  The oil reservoir 
(above waterline) stays full.  Check it frequently now, and replace zincs as 
needed. All other zincs were declining, but still working well.

We do have a "zinc saver" that blocks stray inbound current on the ground 
wire.  It seems to be very effective, as we only replace zincs twice a year.

A couple of other things that work great.  The Hypervent pads between 
mattresses and v-berth lockers really keep the mattresses dry.  The "bilge 
buster" that puts ozone into closed areas works really great also.  Never a 
musty smell anywhere - ever.

Cameron Sharpe, CPP
Board Certified in Security Management
10463 N. 101 PL                             10 Admiralty Ln #304
Scottsdale, AZ 85258                       Port Ludlow, WA 98365

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