"New" Cal 28-2 punchlist

Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help!

On the zincs - For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. If you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do my own hull & zincs. On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are if you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow your coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and search for the zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* specifically for your engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy cheaper replacements from WestMarine & other places and cut them down to what they should be for your engine. If you want to change your coolant zincs frequently, this will save some $$. You *probably* want to shut your through-hole on the intake before unscrewing your engine zinc. Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor (pump) if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) Check the coolant too or just change. Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint schedule and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if you don't know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great book "Marine Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for my manuals. I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running fine, I got to know it & saved a few bucks too. Good luck - Dyer Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 SF Bay From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help!

What specific engine are we discussing? *Joe DeMers - owner* Sound Marine Diesel LLC SoundMarineDiesel.com <http://www.soundmarinediesel.com/> *phone & fax (860) 666-2184* On 3/25/2011 10:23 AM, Crouch, Dyer wrote: > > > On the zincs - > For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you > don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. If > you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do my own > hull & zincs. > On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are if > you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow your > coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and search for the > zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* specifically for your > engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy cheaper replacements > from WestMarine & other places and cut them down to what they should > be for your engine. If you want to change your coolant zincs > frequently, this will save some $$. You *probably* want to shut your > through-hole on the intake before unscrewing your engine zinc. > Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor (pump) > if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) Check the > coolant too or just change. > Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint schedule > and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if you don't > know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great book "Marine > Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for my manuals. > I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 > hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth > the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running fine, I > got to know it & saved a few bucks too. > Good luck - > Dyer > Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 > SF Bay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > *From:* Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] > *On Behalf Of *Will Fortier > *Sent:* Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM > *To:* Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com > *Subject:* [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist > > Hello, > I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of > priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals > (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). > So far, my first goals are: > 1. engine oil change > 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps > help with hard starting and initial rough running) > 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there > are ??) > > Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that > shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help! > > > > > > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 9.0.894 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3528 - Release Date: 03/25/11 03:34:00 > -- *Joe DeMers - owner* Sound Marine Diesel LLC SoundMarineDiesel.com <http://www.soundmarinediesel.com/> *phone & fax (860) 666-2184*

Guess I jumped the gun. I was assuming something like a Universal diesel which is a common replacement for the old atomic gas engines these frequently came with. Dyer From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Joe DeMers Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 7:37 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: Specific engine? [ was [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist What specific engine are we discussing? Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLC SoundMarineDiesel.com <http://www.soundmarinediesel.com/> phone & fax (860) 666-2184 On 3/25/2011 10:23 AM, Crouch, Dyer wrote: On the zincs - For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. If you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do my own hull & zincs. On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are if you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow your coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and search for the zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* specifically for your engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy cheaper replacements from WestMarine & other places and cut them down to what they should be for your engine. If you want to change your coolant zincs frequently, this will save some $$. You *probably* want to shut your through-hole on the intake before unscrewing your engine zinc. Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor (pump) if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) Check the coolant too or just change. Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint schedule and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if you don't know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great book "Marine Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for my manuals. I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running fine, I got to know it & saved a few bucks too. Good luck - Dyer Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 SF Bay From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help! No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.894 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3528 - Release Date: 03/25/11 03:34:00 -- Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLC SoundMarineDiesel.com <http://www.soundmarinediesel.com/> phone & fax (860) 666-2184

Unless it's been re-powered, the engine's a 13.5HP Westerbeke 2 cylinder (raw water cooled). In '88, Cal moved to an 18HP Yanmar. Will, we have an '87. We looked at about 7 different Cal 28-2's before finding ours. I'm sure you've had it surveyed, but pay particular attention to the keel/hull joint. In addition, the steering quadrant and cables were replaced on about half of the boats we looked at. Maybe a sign of the boat's age or perhaps something more. There is an anode on the heat exchanger (facing aft towards the center line). Congratulations. They're great boats and hope you enjoy it. From: Joe DeMers <je… [at] mindspring.com> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, March 25, 2011 10:36:57 AM Subject: Specific engine? [ was [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist What specific engine are we discussing? Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLCSoundMarineDiesel.com phone & fax (860) 666-2184 On 3/25/2011 10:23 AM, Crouch, Dyer wrote: On the zincs - > >For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you >don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. >If you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do >my own hull & zincs. > >On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are >if you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow >your coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and >search for the zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* >specifically for your engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy >cheaper replacements from WestMarine & other places and cut them >down to what they should be for your engine. If you want to change >your coolant zincs frequently, this will save some $$. You >*probably* want to shut your through-hole on the intake before >unscrewing your engine zinc. > >Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor >(pump) if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) >Check the coolant too or just change. > >Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint >schedule and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if >you don't know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great >book "Marine Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for >my manuals. > >I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 >hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth >the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running >fine, I got to know it & saved a few bucks too. > >Good luck - > Dyer >Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 >SF Bay > > > > From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier >Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM >To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com >Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist > > >Hello, >I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of >priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals >(which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). >So far, my first goals are: >1. engine oil change >2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps >help with hard starting and initial rough running) >3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there >are ??) > >Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that >shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help! > > > No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.894 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3528 - Release Date: 03/25/11 >03:34:00 > > -- Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLCSoundMarineDiesel.com phone & fax (860) 666-2184

It's a Westerbeke 13. I understand that the starting problems could potentially be compression, but I'm hoping that cleaning up the fuel system does the trick. From: Joe DeMers <je… [at] mindspring.com> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, March 25, 2011 10:36:57 AM Subject: Specific engine? [ was [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist What specific engine are we discussing? Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLCSoundMarineDiesel.com phone & fax (860) 666-2184 On 3/25/2011 10:23 AM, Crouch, Dyer wrote: On the zincs - > >For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you >don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. >If you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do >my own hull & zincs. > >On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are >if you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow >your coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and >search for the zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* >specifically for your engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy >cheaper replacements from WestMarine & other places and cut them >down to what they should be for your engine. If you want to change >your coolant zincs frequently, this will save some $$. You >*probably* want to shut your through-hole on the intake before >unscrewing your engine zinc. > >Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor >(pump) if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) >Check the coolant too or just change. > >Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint >schedule and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if >you don't know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great >book "Marine Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for >my manuals. > >I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 >hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth >the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running >fine, I got to know it & saved a few bucks too. > >Good luck - > Dyer >Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 >SF Bay > > > > From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier >Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM >To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com >Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist > > >Hello, >I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of >priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals >(which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). >So far, my first goals are: >1. engine oil change >2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps >help with hard starting and initial rough running) >3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there >are ??) > >Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that >shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help! > > > No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.894 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3528 - Release Date: 03/25/11 >03:34:00 > -- Joe DeMers - owner Sound Marine Diesel LLCSoundMarineDiesel.com phone & fax (860) 666-2184

Some great ideas, thanks! I've found most of the filters and parts online and will be ordering them today. From: "Crouch, Dyer" <dx… [at] pge.com> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, March 25, 2011 10:23:05 AM Subject: RE: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist On the zincs - For the external, get a couple collar zincs for your shaft. If you don't know the size, you can measure the diameter from the inside. If you pay a diver, they typically stock a few sizes too, but I do my own hull & zincs. On the internal, your engine manual should show you where they are if you have a raw water heat exchanger (which is common). Or follow your coolant hoses to a (probably can shaped) small tank and search for the zinc plug along the bottom of it. *Order one* specifically for your engine & measure it, save it. Then you can buy cheaper replacements from WestMarine & other places and cut them down to what they should be for your engine. If you want to change your coolant zincs frequently, this will save some $$. You *probably* want to shut your through-hole on the intake before unscrewing your engine zinc. Check, or just order a replacement for your water pump impellor (pump) if you have one for the cooling system. (if you have one) Check the coolant too or just change. Get a diesel book (or use your manual) and look up the maint schedule and do whatever it suggests for 250 hours, especially if you don't know what the last maint was. Nigel Calder has a great book "Marine Diesel Engines" that I use as a cross reference for my manuals. I got a 1969 Cal 2-30 a couple years ago & started out with the 250 hour maint and paid a mechanic $100 to look over my work. Was worth the peace of mind & he gave me a few tips. Engine is running fine, I got to know it & saved a few bucks too. Good luck - Dyer Honu, 1960 Cal 2-30 SF Bay From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 6:45 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help!

Will, Your new (to you) Cal should have a yanmar diesel. These were the predominate engine in these 2nd generation Cal boats. Unless you are confident that the engine was recently serviced, I would recommend a Yanmar mechanic give you a drive train survey. Yanmar have a good track record, although this vintage may have some inherent problems that were fixed in later year models. The transmission linkage may allow some slippage in the transmission due to detents on the shift linkage. Oil changes are easily accomplished using a drill type pump by running the pickup tube down the dipstick tube. The side mount filter may be a little messy, and oil absorbent rags should help from filling the engine bilge with oil. Diesels are very finicky about clean fuel, change the primary filters and secondary filters to avoid problems with algae growth in your tank due to contaminated fuel. Most engines of this model use the racor primary filters and are not setup for cheaper canister type filters. On my 87 cal 33 we added a fuel pump inline before the primary filter. This will assist in refilling and purging the fuel through the primary. The pump on the racor is usually installed where it is difficult to utilize as designed. The bleed screw on the engine filter has a copper washer that will leak unless replaced on a regular basis (every few filter changes) Most of the Yanmar engines do not have any engine mounted zincs. Someone already recommended checking and changing the prop shaft zincs, and fresh water pump impeller. The impeller is also a yanmar part, I do not know if aftermarket parts area available. Have a mechanic check the exhaust riser. The fresh water cooling injects water into the elbow. Rust blockage and internal rust may cause exhaust leaks. I think the recommended life expectancy is less than 10 years. Two of the engine mounts are under the potential leaks on the engines. One near the fuel filter and the other near the oil filter. Petroleum product will deteriorate the rubber mounts, causing alignment problems. The recommended change period for engine mounts is 5 years. If you do not have a competent Yanmar service yard near you, part are available on-line from: http://shop.torresen.com/marine_diesel_direct/Yanmar/. Part numbers change frequently, knowing the exact model of your yanmar engine will help identify the current part numbers. Yanmar is very protective of their service centers, so don't expect big savings by buying on-line. With shipping, you will usually pay about the same as a local service center for the parts needed. Support your local distributor, and take advantage of any "diesel service" classes offered. Rust on the alternator and drive pulleys may cause premature wear of the drive belts. Keep spares on hand while cruising, and polish or remove the rust to help the belts last. Most of the maintenance is easily accomplished with standard tools a home owner may have (filter wrenches, metric tools, and a good bit of patience). Unlike automobile maintenance, a little oil spillage is easily spread throughout the cabin. Imagine working on your car on the kitchen table in your home. Since the engine is used to get you off the dock and out the channel where you can raise the sails , you will put very few hours on your engine. Plan on changing the oil prior to winter layup or an extended time between usage. Diesel oil collects contaminates and get very acidic as the oil ages. I try to change ours annually and probably have less than 50 hours on the engine during a "season" The 28 is the "little sister" to our Cal 33. I have never heard any complaints from 28-2 owners and the boat should be a joy to sail. I hope you enjoy your new boat as much as we have ours! Tymll john From: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 9:45 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help!

John, Thanks for the detailed reply. It turns out I have a Westerbeke 13, but many of your ideas are still worth applying. I have ordered a full set of new filters, zincs, etc. and will take a close look at the problem areas you and others have suggested. I appreciate all the great info! Will From: john raxter <jr… [at] triad.rr.com> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, March 25, 2011 10:38:39 PM Subject: RE: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Will, Your new (to you) Cal should have a yanmar diesel. These were the predominate engine in these 2nd generation Cal boats. Unless you are confident that the engine was recently serviced, I would recommend a Yanmar mechanic give you a drive train survey. Yanmar have a good track record, although this vintage may have some inherent problems that were fixed in later year models. The transmission linkage may allow some slippage in the transmission due to detents on the shift linkage. Oil changes are easily accomplished using a drill type pump by running the pickup tube down the dipstick tube. The side mount filter may be a little messy, and oil absorbent rags should help from filling the engine bilge with oil. Diesels are very finicky about clean fuel, change the primary filters and secondary filters to avoid problems with algae growth in your tank due to contaminated fuel. Most engines of this model use the racor primary filters and are not setup for cheaper canister type filters. On my 87 cal 33 we added a fuel pump inline before the primary filter. This will assist in refilling and purging the fuel through the primary. The pump on the racor is usually installed where it is difficult to utilize as designed. The bleed screw on the engine filter has a copper washer that will leak unless replaced on a regular basis (every few filter changes) Most of the Yanmar engines do not have any engine mounted zincs. Someone already recommended checking and changing the prop shaft zincs, and fresh water pump impeller. The impeller is also a yanmar part, I do not know if aftermarket parts area available. Have a mechanic check the exhaust riser. The fresh water cooling injects water into the elbow. Rust blockage and internal rust may cause exhaust leaks. I think the recommended life expectancy is less than 10 years. Two of the engine mounts are under the potential leaks on the engines. One near the fuel filter and the other near the oil filter. Petroleum product will deteriorate the rubber mounts, causing alignment problems. The recommended change period for engine mounts is 5 years. If you do not have a competent Yanmar service yard near you, part are available on-line from: http://shop.torresen.com/marine_diesel_direct/Yanmar/. Part numbers change frequently, knowing the exact model of your yanmar engine will help identify the current part numbers. Yanmar is very protective of their service centers, so don’t expect big savings by buying on-line. With shipping, you will usually pay about the same as a local service center for the parts needed. Support your local distributor, and take advantage of any “diesel service” classes offered. Rust on the alternator and drive pulleys may cause premature wear of the drive belts. Keep spares on hand while cruising, and polish or remove the rust to help the belts last. Most of the maintenance is easily accomplished with standard tools a home owner may have (filter wrenches, metric tools, and a good bit of patience). Unlike automobile maintenance, a little oil spillage is easily spread throughout the cabin. Imagine working on your car on the kitchen table in your home. Since the engine is used to get you off the dock and out the channel where you can raise the sails , you will put very few hours on your engine. Plan on changing the oil prior to winter layup or an extended time between usage. Diesel oil collects contaminates and get very acidic as the oil ages. I try to change ours annually and probably have less than 50 hours on the engine during a “season” The 28 is the “little sister” to our Cal 33. I have never heard any complaints from 28-2 owners and the boat should be a joy to sail. I hope you enjoy your new boat as much as we have ours! Tymll john From:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com [mailto:Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Will Fortier Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 9:45 AM To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Subject: [Cal_Boats] "New" Cal 28-2 punchlist Hello, I just bought a '86 Cal 28-2 and am putting together a punch list of priority tasks. Luckily, it came with many of the original manuals (which I'd be happy to scan for anyone who needs something specific). So far, my first goals are: 1. engine oil change 2. fuel filter change and drain the fuel tank (to see if these steps help with hard starting and initial rough running) 3. zinc anode replacement (does anyone know where and how many there are ??) Are there any suggestions about other high priority items that shouldn't be put off?? Thanks in advance for any help!