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Page 22 • March 2008 www.scuttlebutt.com stuff ya gotta have Oxygenated cleaner defeats tough stains Owners are able to restore and reclaim boat and RV surfaces with UltraMean-2 Super Power Powder, an oxygenated stain remover and cleaner from Rhino Hide. A concentrated sodium carbonate peroxyhydrate, UltraMean-2 has superior cleaning strength for the most obstinate mold and mildew stains. This environmentally-responsible product is safe for nearly any water washable interior or exterior surface. It can be used on marine canvas, tarps, vinyl, rope, teakwood, siding, carpeting, and sails. A non-chlorine bleaching agent, it won't harm aluminum, glass or delicate surfaces. The solution’s strength can be matched to the difficulty of the stain. The half-pound pouch costs $4.95 and yields up to 2 gal. Also available in larger sizes. Contact Rhino Hide, 863-665-0203, info@rhino hide.com; or www.rhino hide.com. Handy storage clamp gets a grip on equipment Equipment large and small is easily and conveniently secured on a boat or RV with the inexpensive Quick Fist by Davis Instruments. Quick Fist is a onepiece clamp made of heavy-duty transportation-grade rubber. It’s ideal for storing tools, boat hooks, hoses and extension cords. The Super Quick Fist firmly holds fire extinguishers, oxygen cylinders, CO2 tanks and other larger equipment. Both models are easy to mount. To clamp, the strap is simply pulled and locked into place. Quick Fist is UVresistant, withstands extreme temperatures, and won’t rust or corrode. Prices are $9.99. Contact Davis Instruments, 510-7329229; info@davisnet.com; www.davisnet.com. Lightweight diesel enhances design Yanmar Marine USA Corp. upgraded its lightweight 54-hp diesel with the introduction of the new 4JH4AE engine. This fuel-efficient diesel engine provides a more compact design and better overall performance. To further reduce exhaust emissions, the new engine features an improved fuel injector, filtration accuracy and a new fuel pump. It meets current emission regulations. With direct fuel injection, the 4JH4AE is a powerful, naturally aspirated, 4-stroke diesel engine. It has a displacement of 2.19L and a bore and stroke of 88mm x 90mm.The new engine is available with a selection of drives, including a SD50 Saildrive. Yanmar Marine USA Corp offers pleasure craft diesel engines ranging from 9 to 900 hp. Yanmar Marine USA Corp., www.yanmar marine.com. Air vents no longer must be eyesores Manufacturers’ Select by ITC now offers attractive stainless steel vents to improve circulation anywhere on board, and add a stylish touch in the process. Two sizes of the unobtrusive, easy-toinstall vents measure 3 or 4 inches in diameter. 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