[kmf4107]

Hi All I recently purchased a 2002 38 Open and as I was going through the different systems I found the raw water strainer for the A/C and pump are located directly under the stbd engine attached to the outboard side of the stringer. I have yet to find a way to get to the strainer? Any input would be greatly appreciated, I am thinking of having the strainer moved aft of the engine to allow easy access for maintenance but not sure of any implications as to my understanding the A/C pump is non priming. Also found that the aft bilge pump is back feeding water from the thru hull which is located under the bump out wrap around from the swim platform, this only occurs when I am up on plane running above 17-18 kts, I found some posts that indicated this was a somewhat common occurrence and Tiara had issued a tech bulletin in 2005, I contacted Tiara regarding this issue and they are going to get back to me. I have installed a check valve as a temporary fix and plan on having the through hull relocated to above the bump out during the winter, again any feedback or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

                                                                         Kevin F

[ReelMagic]

I own a 2003 38 Open w/Cummins 450 hp diesels and the A/C strainer & through hull valve is under the aft fish well (the big one) just about mid ship near the stern. Surprised yours is located where you indicated but Tiara must have moved the location for 2003 or because I have Cummins and you have Cats.  Hope this helps