Adam F Posted August 10, 2007 Report Share Posted August 10, 2007 Well if a few of you regulars have been wondering why I havent been on the forum or out fishing much lately, I've been having 'issues' with OotB. On the Portsmouth trip the Honda started to misfire at low revs. The next week it was due into Poole Marine Services for some routine warrenty work.... so whilst it was in I asked them to have a look and replace the plugs (which is where I thought the problem was) this was done, and they told me it was running sweet. So parted with over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootlegger Posted August 10, 2007 Report Share Posted August 10, 2007 Fully sympathise with you, given that the head gasket on my Ford 4 D blew after spending over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted August 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 What I can't understand is why PMS and the others didn't check the oil, emulsified oil is a give away that water is getting into the engine, normally this is via the head gasket and checking the consistency of the oil is one of the first thing you would check. Exactly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Y Posted August 11, 2007 Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 Adam I fully sympathise particularly as the weather is getting better. Blue Boy is out of commission at the moment as one of the engines has packed up - that is why I am left with the kayak! Good luck with OOTB - you are more than welcome on Blue Boy once it is sorted. Should be ready for my holiday starting on Thursday. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted August 11, 2007 Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 Adam Who are you dealing with at PMS? We had simular problems with two 40 HP Honda 4 strokes so they should have an idea what was required to fix them. Call me on the mobile if you can stand to talk through it all Sorry to hear that so many Members are out of action, I thought it was just me missing out on this fine weather Charlie Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fugazi Posted August 11, 2007 Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 Adam, Sorry to hear you're having the same problem I had, how old is the engine? Should be a warranty claim if less than 5 years, my Mercury was just out of its 3 year warranty but the dealer managed to get 50% towards the repair from Marine Power Europe as a good will gesture. Gordon H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britboard Posted August 11, 2007 Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 Its not the boat thats the problem for me its the car, 5 months old with only 10k on the clock the gearbox has gone and Ford are saying 8 weeks to fix it under warranty. So no photo's of giant fish as you will only make me jealous Simon L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted August 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 UPDATE: Can lighting strike twice....urm, well yes. Had confirmation yesterday that 7 weeks after reporting the fault, it took and inspection by ME to find the problem - emulsified oil.... Cracked head. Repair bill nearly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted August 23, 2007 Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 Sorry to hear of your problems Adam That is hell of a price for the repair is that for the short engine? I am sure you will get many offers of trips, we may even get Alfresco afloat in time to offer you a trip before you can get OOTB back on song All the best mate Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corky Posted August 23, 2007 Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 Adam if its any help I have probably got the full honda workshop manual for your outboard if its a relativley new 4 stroke (post 1999) and could print you a copy and send to you, just let me know the model and year. Doing the replacment of the head isnt actualy that scary a job if youve got a decent set of plans, a bit of time and half an idea how it all works its not beyond anyone with a bit of mechanical ability. Sourcing a second hand head or having the origional repaired will be the hard bit, assuming you sort this its just a case of strip down and replace using new gaskets followed by a full flush to make sure you get rid of any salt water left in the crankcase. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted August 23, 2007 Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 Adam What a bummer I really feel for you mate especially as you have been so carefull in choosing your outfits As Charlie says there will I'm sure be plenty of offers to crew until ootb is up and running again. I am out on Sunday for the family day afloat, you and Rachael are welcome to join us on Awol if you like Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul D Posted August 23, 2007 Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 Sorry to hear about the engine Adam. You are always welcome to fish on Neo anytime you like. Where did you get the quote for the cylinder head ( and I presume they have had the head off to confirm it is cracked ? ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedger Posted August 23, 2007 Report Share Posted August 23, 2007 (edited) Adam, so sorry to hear that news chap. I know where you are right now with this one. got the 'T' shirt. There'll always be a place on club boats I'm sure. I'll give you a crew call sometime. Edited August 23, 2007 by Wedger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 So sorry to hear about your problems Adam.Andy and I hope you soon get sorted,I know that once it is sorted,you still never feel happy with your outfit again.It's all so bloody agravating and frustrating. cheers jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seamouse Posted August 28, 2007 Report Share Posted August 28, 2007 Adam, you have a PM. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted August 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 (edited) LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL... Well the upshot is that yesterday I had confirmation from Honda that they will honour a 'good-will' Warrenty claim for me. The boat is now back at home, she is going down to PMS next tues to have the engine taken off as a full re-build is required and possibly a whole new block and powerhead. Probably 3/4 weeks before I get her back, but will be nearly a new engine. Adam Edited August 30, 2007 by Adam F Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Excellent news Adam PJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seamouse Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 That's good service. Hope you are not out of action for too long. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Adam I am so pleased for you, lets hope you get ootb up and running again very soon And hats off to Honda for doing the honourable thing Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlieannear Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Good news at last! Won't be long now Adam, and you'll be back out on the water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Sweet - doesn't get much better than that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedger Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 nice one Adam Salute Honda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul D Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 Full marks to Honda and look forward to seeing OOTB back on the water soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMac Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 Be good to see you back out there mate!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootlegger Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 Actually Kudos for Honda, I am currently is dispute with BT and a local car dealership both matters are going through Trading Standards for pitifull and in fact criminal behaviour by two organisations (one should know better) and anyone who has had to deal with BT will know that their customer services are only better that British Gas (which is no mean achievement). Therefore it is nice to hear of a company that treats it's customers as customers and not a golden goose and then promptly kills them. I'm happy for you. PS Anyone know anyone who can fit a new head gasket on Ford 4D diesel ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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