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Forum: Multihull Sailboats

11-03-2023, 19:15

Replies: 177

Broker refuses to put sea trial as purchase condition

Views: 20,394

Posted By rockborn

Re: Broker refuses to put sea trial as purchase condition

Sea Trial for a sailing vessel for sure. You have got to feel the helm. Good luck

Forum: Dollars & Cents

10-02-2023, 14:13

Replies: 4

Chartering vs Owning

Views: 1,058

Posted By rockborn

Re: Chartering vs Owning

We have not found a bareboat company that will let you sail after dusk, which limits your daily distances significantly. We have rented in the USVI and gone to the BVIs, no problem.

Forum: General Sailing Forum

04-09-2022, 05:30

Replies: 5

RO water in Bermuda

Views: 765

Posted By rockborn

Re: RO water in Bermuda

we took water on @ Dowlings in june, filled jugs and tanks. you need at least some filter, it tasted like hose water

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

02-05-2022, 05:20

Replies: 2

Max Prop question

Views: 395

Posted By rockborn

Re: Max Prop question

Hi, I had my max prop looked at twice , replaced all 4 motor mounts, mic'd the shaft, all to no avail. Then I sent the prop out to Washington, to the manufacturer , had it rebuilt... smooth as silk

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

22-12-2021, 14:01

Replies: 19

Finally winterized my boat (NY/NJ)

Views: 2,031

Posted By rockborn

Re: Finally winterized my boat (NY/NJ)

Hanging a zinc or 2 off the stern cant hurt .

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

22-05-2021, 03:36

Replies: 7

Power in reverse minimal in forward

Views: 702

Posted By rockborn

Re: Power in reverse minimal in forward

left hand prop on a right hand shaft ?

Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany

05-04-2021, 04:36

Replies: 87

Sailing questions from a novelist

Views: 9,742

Posted By rockborn

Re: Sailing questions from a novelist

Spoken like novice novelist

Forum: General Classifieds (no boats)

03-10-2020, 17:16

Replies: 3

For Sale: One piece Cold Weather Flotation Suit

Views: 607

Posted By rockborn

Re: One piece Cold Weather Flotation Suit

Seems like a great deal.Ill take it. How can we arrange the sale? Call me at 973 332 3590

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

17-02-2020, 05:04

Replies: 9

Recommendation for marine surveyor in Connecticut

Views: 4,793

Posted By rockborn

Re: Recommendation for marine surveyor in Connecticut

I have recently used David McCay on Long Island for my newly acquired Hylas 54. Very thorough.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

14-02-2019, 18:55

Replies: 47

Perkins 4-154 Rebuild or Repower

Views: 29,622

Posted By rockborn

Re: Perkins 4-154 Rebuild or Repower

Hi, I may be interested in the motor do you have any idea how many hours are on it

Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted

27-10-2018, 05:37

Replies: 34

For Sale: Bob Perry Lafitte 44 Circumnav Ready

Views: 14,535

Posted By rockborn

Re: Bob Perry Lafitte 44 Circumnav Ready

Capt Tim, I would like to come see her. I dont have the free time until January . If she is still available , where will you be

Forum: Pacific & South China Sea

05-12-2017, 15:28

Replies: 6

Bucket List ; Tahiti

Views: 1,469

Posted By rockborn

Bucket List ; Tahiti

Hi all, We are considering bare boating Tahiti in early January. We have read that it can be too rainy . Any opinions would be helpful, thanks

Forum: Liveaboard's Forum

13-07-2017, 16:38

Replies: 111

People who think cruising will be lollipops and unicorns...

Views: 18,337

Posted By rockborn

Re: People who think cruising will be lollipops and unicorns...

im w softdown. kids left, 30k taxes. schools mediocre, cops,town , county, state bloated pensions, good luck not on my dime. no real estate taxes for me. the number two reason to weigh anchor.

Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification

06-06-2017, 04:43

Replies: 9

Bareboat Charter Recommendations

Views: 4,902

Posted By rockborn

Re: Bareboat Charter Recommendations

I have used Horizon. They are in the BVI , Antigua and Granada. I have gotten great deals at all three locations

Forum: General Sailing Forum

05-06-2017, 03:01

Replies: 6

Hydraulic Steering Poor

Views: 1,561

Posted By rockborn

Re: Hydraulic Steering Poor

Yes ,my Hynautic system does.

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

16-04-2017, 07:35

Replies: 7

Leaving a boat near N.Y., N.Y.

Views: 1,114

Posted By rockborn

Re: Leaving a boat near N.Y., N.Y.

Liberty Landing is very secure and close to Newark International Airport [EWR]. $12 Uber

Forum: General Classifieds (no boats)

03-04-2017, 06:55

Replies: 15

Want To Buy: Perkins diesel head 4.154

Views: 2,750

Posted By rockborn

Re: Perkins diesel head 4.154

Good morning, I am looking for a short block to replace my 4.154 marine engine. Do you have the serial # off the block ?

Forum: General Classifieds (no boats)

07-02-2017, 19:12

Replies: 4

For Sale: Perkins 4.154

Views: 3,215

Posted By rockborn

Re: Perkins 4.154

Hi, I am looking to rebuild my 4.154. Where is the engine ?

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

02-12-2016, 16:26

Replies: 13

Morgan 462 owner's manual?

Views: 6,357

Posted By rockborn

Re: Morgan 462 owner's manual?

David I believe this is the link for the electric diagram https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=39750&d=1334039689

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

16-10-2016, 06:20

Replies: 13

Morgan 462 owner's manual?

Views: 6,357

Posted By rockborn

Re: Morgan 462 owner's manual?

Hello David, I have a 1980 462 . Gord May provided me with wiring diagrams and spec sheets a few years ago, but I would like the owners manual too. Thanks

Forum: Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans

15-10-2016, 03:38

Replies: 12

St. Vincent & grenadines

Views: 5,048

Posted By rockborn

Re: St. Vincent & grenadines

Good morning, we chartered from Horizon in Genada for 10 days in 2014. We had good winds in February, Tobago Cays is a must, the boat boys brought us a terrific lobster dinner at anchor. Anchorages...

Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun

20-09-2016, 16:39

Replies: 0

Where to go next ?

Views: 1,060

Posted By rockborn

Where to go next ?

Hi all, I'm looking for suggestions on where in the Caribbean to bareboat. We have been to the VI, BVI, Antigua, St Martin and Grenada. We used Horizon Yacht Charters for most of our sails, they are...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

31-08-2016, 18:38

Replies: 19

Best 3 weeks in the Caribbean?

Views: 5,820

Posted By rockborn

Re: Best 3 weeks in the Caribbean?

I had my three daughters and my girlfriends two girls, ages 13 to 22 yrs in the Virgin Islands for 2 weeks and they agree it was the best vacation they have ever had. Chartered from VIP, St Thomas...

Forum: Navigation

12-08-2016, 03:27

Replies: 10

Sailing Lake Michigan

Views: 3,192

Posted By rockborn

Sailing Lake Michigan

Hi all, I will be joining my son at Traverse City for a week of sailing Monday. I am looking for suggestions on destinations . Thanks

Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany

01-05-2016, 15:58

Replies: 14,966