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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 18-02-2020, 14:38
Replies: 3
Views: 7,193
Posted By Seawindii
Re: 32' Allied Seawind II Cutter -New Owner Impressions

I do still own her and she is now on the west coast of Canada where she is a rare bird among the fleet. All comments above still seem legit today. I upgraded the electrical system and replaced all...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 31-08-2017, 15:30
Replies: 36
Views: 3,335
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Engine wiring question....what is this?

If it is a noise filter the information we have is incomplete. The cap would go in parallel between pos and neg leads -not in series. There would also be a little inductor in series with the pos...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 31-08-2017, 14:39
Replies: 36
Views: 3,335
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Engine wiring question....what is this?

Could be a home grown noise filter if the larger component is a capacitor. A cap will block A/C type noise on a DC circuit so will filter out hum/buzz on a stereo, for example.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 08-08-2014, 14:11
Replies: 36
Views: 4,891
Posted By Seawindii
Re: New DC Power Plant

The rail fitting is from Garhauer.


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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 08-08-2014, 14:09
Replies: 36
Views: 4,891
Posted By Seawindii
Re: New DC Power Plant

Just added this 85w panel. Mast and deck fitting from Atlantic Towers, 1" angled aluminum frame riveted to panel and attached to magma pivoting barbecue mount. Slide the whole assembly right into the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-07-2014, 11:29
Replies: 77
Views: 61,352
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Who is your Favorite Boating Manufacturer

Concordia Yawl gets my vote for pure nautical eye candy.


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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 21-07-2014, 18:27
Replies: 11
Views: 8,231
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Wiring ammeter to monitor solar output

I installed an analog ammeter from Blue Sky that measures -100a to +100a. I have it wired to show net effect of all charge and all load currents -including alternator. It's an easy install and a I...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 08-07-2014, 20:01
Replies: 5
Views: 3,707
Posted By Seawindii
Re: serious opinion on allied seawind 32' II

The Seawind is a strong, well built, and well proportioned 32 footer. As with all older boats there is great variation in condition so don't assume every Seawind is a circumnavigator. There is a...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 29-05-2014, 17:54
Replies: 36
Views: 4,891
Posted By Seawindii
Re: New DC Power Plant

Update:

4 US Battery flooded golf cart batteries for total of over 500ah.

Multiple bus bars for clean and pro terminations.

100 Balmar alt and smart regulator.

Balmar battery monitor.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 29-05-2014, 17:15
Replies: 25
Views: 11,765
Posted By Seawindii
Re: SeaLand Macerator Pump - Inverted Duckbill Valves

You are a warrior, my friend! Can there be anything more unpleasant than this?? I can only offer hope that your solution is around the corner. Good luck.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 29-05-2014, 16:44
Replies: 25
Views: 11,765
Posted By Seawindii
Re: SeaLand Macerator Pump - Inverted Duckbill Valves

Earlier in the thread you said this happened 3 times. Was this on 3 separate occasions or on the same passage, for instance?

It would seem to me that if it happened on 3 different occasions you...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-05-2014, 17:15
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

I don't want to run the risk of emptying contents of a holding tank into the cabin so I'll stick with the vent loop. It's a small boat so head and holding are at about the same level. Y valve vs...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-05-2014, 13:34
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

Terra, if I eliminate the vent loop what would stop holding tank contents from siphoning back into the head under certain conditions? Wouldn't it make more sense to just eliminate the possibility?...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-05-2014, 13:13
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

Yep, that is where our set up differs. I never pump directly overboard anyway and the pump will be used infrequently. Like most NE mooring fields we have municipal pump out service that comes around...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-05-2014, 09:05
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

Don, looks like a similar set up. I am no expert but the output of your pump may need to go through a vented loop. If the discharge seacock is inadvertently left open, backflow could occur, which...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-05-2014, 06:20
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

So here is the latest config. I eliminated the direct discharge piece, which simplifies things considerably. Direct discharge will be accomplished through the tank/pump.

Question: As I have...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-05-2014, 16:28
Replies: 25
Views: 11,765
Posted By Seawindii
Re: SeaLand Macerator Pump - Inverted Duckbill Valves

Don, I am considering adding a sealand pump to my system so I am interested in learning what you come up with in the investigation.

When I read the Sealand manual online they recommend a vent...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-05-2014, 16:14
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

Stu... I have basically as in the diagram. One inlet, one outlet. Stainless custom tank almost inaccessible without major deconstruction.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-05-2014, 12:56
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

I knew there had to be a better way. Your suggestion makes sense. I was making it too complicated. The second vent loop and pump placement will be a challenge. Back to the drawing board. Thanks!
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-05-2014, 10:54
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Re: Adding Discharge Pump

That was my thought. But you can certainly see if the seacock was open and the Y between the holding tank and pump wasn't set correctly it could cause backflow into the holding tank. I'd prefer it to...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-05-2014, 09:15
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By Seawindii
Adding Discharge Pump

I am in the process of replacing all my sanitation hoses and Y valve and want to add a discharge pump while I am at it. While reading the installation manual for the Sealand Sanipump it says I need...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-02-2014, 07:21
Replies: 72
Views: 7,978
Posted By Seawindii
If going older, look closely at boats from the...

If going older, look closely at boats from the Great Lakes. Very short seasonal use in freshwater reduces wear and tear and lowers the effective age. Reduced demand in those regions pushes prices...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-02-2014, 03:57
Replies: 33
Views: 4,478
Posted By Seawindii
Thick thumbs and ipads do not go together.. Sent...

Thick thumbs and ipads do not go together.. Sent before finishing. The shallow draft and heavy layup of both boats is nice to have when poking into crowded anchorages. You can always find a spot...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-02-2014, 03:46
Replies: 33
Views: 4,478
Posted By Seawindii
If SC31 is being considered you also might want...

If SC31 is being considered you also might want to look at the Allied Seawind 32. Same designer, both heavily built shallow full keelers. I am very pleased with my Seawind cutter
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-01-2014, 10:48
Replies: 35
Views: 23,054
Posted By Seawindii
https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/40489 ...

https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/40489

As much as I love to look at BCC's, there are many other great alternatives at that price. This one just popped up today. Cutter, full keel, proven...
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