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Last Activity: 06-05-2012 10:52

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  1. kaiserlp2
    30-03-2012 11:11
    kaiserlp2
    Good afternoon Mark (assuming it's afternoon where you are!). My name is Phil Kaiser, and I am in the "market" for a boat that my wife, daughter and I can cruise. We plan to start in the caribbean to "get a feel", and then branch out from their... West or East, depending on our comfort level. One of the "short listed" boats we are looking at is th 393. I was wondering if you had the time/inclination to discuss with me what you do/don't like about the boat, what you might do different, etc. Thank you in advance for your time. Phil kaiser
  2. RigelKent
    26-08-2011 22:14
    RigelKent
    The rubber 'drip-less' seal/boot now just emits a very fine mist when running - probably a thimbleful an hour. Thanks for the tip. I have disconnected the hose that feeds water to the stern tube and have a Beneteau repair kit on order. Really happy now it stays dry.
  3. RigelKent
    05-08-2011 08:18
    RigelKent
    Yeah that's the place all right. I'll give it a try - want to keep a dry & clean bilge here on the river. Thanks for the tip!
  4. RigelKent
    04-08-2011 05:14
    RigelKent
    The seller was very conscientious. There was a slight leak at the shaft drive (I guess its lubricated with water and has it's own through hull). He had it fixed, and in the course the mechanic end-up breaking one part and noticing corrosion in the piston head. He ended up replacing a number of engine parts in the process and spent a tidy sum making sure it was A-OK. There's still a small leak at the shaft but at least its been looked at by a pro and will suffice until the next engine service.
  5. RigelKent
    04-08-2011 05:00
    RigelKent
    Well it's named Lone Star, somewhat appropriate for someone such as me. Wotname might take a sail with me and lend some support.

    Enjoyed your single-handling video. Thanks for writing back,

    Mike
  6. beneteau-500
    03-08-2011 11:46
    beneteau-500
    I have used micron 66 i put 4 coats of primcom on then three coats of 66 and been inn water now 25 months i only have to have to rub water line every 3 months (only slime ) but one thing i did do was put an extra 2 coats on from water line down about 2ft and i recon i will get another 18months out of it before hauling again
  7. beneteau-500
    03-08-2011 09:25
    beneteau-500
    hey mark it must be 18 months since you hauled out in turkey i was just wondering how your bottom is going now and what did you use last time to paint hull
  8. RigelKent
    25-07-2011 04:43
    RigelKent
    Hey Mark, wanted to let you know I finally took the plunge (?) and bought my Beneteau - an '98 Oceanis 311 - back here in Perth. Next thing up - learning to sail ~
  9. Snore
    16-07-2011 05:33
    Snore
    Thanks for the good posts and videos- they are great.
  10. brutb
    06-07-2011 10:06
    brutb
    Mark,

    I really appreciate your humor and insite on CF, it is always interesting to read your exchanges with other members. Fair winds and fair ladies to you.

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  • About MarkJ
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    Beneteau 393 "Sea Life"
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    Grenada, the Caribbean
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    From Palm trees to Pirates incl
    Circumnavigation writings on Panama, Suez and more see:
    OurLifeAtSea.com

    Report on Somali Pirate transit in 2010: www.ourlifeatsea.com/pirates.html

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