I keep a small web page to show people a good reason not to use
non-marine and coastguard-approved parts on your boat.

Here's a link:

http://www.geocities.com/barrey_jewall/fire_supra.html


I don't know the actual story behind the destruction pictured there,
but it's pretty similar to all of the other stuff I've both seen and
heard about (but don't have actual pictures of).

- Barrey

On Wed, 14 Jul 2004 12:18:15 GMT, "Billgran"
wrote:


Count your blessings that you found Fred, who knows the Federal laws
concerning inboard gas engines. Too many so called mechanics and DIY's do
not. Because gasoline is so explosive in an enclosed environment such as a
bilge and engine compartement, there are a bunch of laws concerning spark
protection, fuel leakage, and the correct installation procedures. The
statutes are found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 33, Part 183
which deals with recreational boats. You need to have Coast Guard approved
parts to make the boat legal to operate. Starters, alternators, ignition
systems, carbs, fuel lines, pumps, filters, etc. are all subject to fire and
spark resistance tests. You owe a debt of graditude to Fred. He possibly
saved or life, the life of your loved ones, and any innocent bystanders.

Trust me, burning boats and charred bodies are not pretty.

Bill Grannis
service manager