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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 12-06-2019, 21:32
Replies: 6
Views: 804
Posted By Ketchgould
combining varnish

I have a few cans of varnish that I would like to strain and combine. Is this a bad idea?

One is a can of Jamestown quick coat varnish
some Epiphanes rapid coat
some Schooner Gold
and some...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 11-06-2019, 19:02
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: ACR, blower, charge, combine question

I am measuring with a blue seas vessel system monitor 422 which I have used reliably since 2012.

The ACR combines at a higher voltage.

I am below the low voltage cutout blue seas has...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 10-06-2019, 20:50
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: ACR, blower, charge, combine question

I figured it out. The ACR will not combine when a battery is below 10.7 volts, it is programmed to completely isolate a battery that needs to be jumped, charged or replaced. In my case, the battery...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 09-06-2019, 15:35
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By Ketchgould
ACR, blower, charge, combine question

I have a start battery and a house battery. I have a Blue Sea automatic Charge Relay connecting both batteries and also the matching, on/off/combine battery switch. I have a generator, not...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-05-2015, 05:58
Replies: 67
Views: 23,381
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Teak Toe Rail Advice

I've tried several different approaches on ours....I've used semco now for three Lake Superior seasons and think it's the best.

Best natural color. Put on once a year at any temp.


Christian...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-05-2015, 05:56
Replies: 13
Views: 2,693
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Varnish Over Epoxy

I epoxied before I applied schooner gold. I regret it. Moisture was either in or got in and under the epoxy. Looks like a lake of separation now under a hard shell of product I need to remove.
...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 03-05-2015, 05:48
Replies: 24
Views: 4,101
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Headsail furling units…………….

I put alado nautica on last year. Sailed 500 Lake Superior miles on it. Great product. Robust. Simple. Half price of others. Lifetime warranty.


Christian Gould
St. Paul, MN
S/V Sea Dog...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-05-2015, 05:44
Replies: 1
Views: 990
Posted By Ketchgould
Oil pressure gauge intermittent readings

I have all new wiring, sensor and gauge on my 1961 graymarine seascout for oil pressure. My gauge only either reds 40psi or zero. I've tested the new gauge, it's fine.



My sensor would not fit...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 02-05-2015, 06:29
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By Ketchgould
Intermittent oil pressure reading

I have all new wiring, sensor and gauge on my 1961 graymarine seascout for oil pressure. My gauge only either reds 40psi or zero. I've tested the new gauge, it's fine.

My sensor would not fit...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 02-05-2015, 06:20
Replies: 3
Views: 1,334
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Fresh Water Pump Grease Fitting

I've been using a thick lithium grease. An old chandlery repair shop had actual water pump grease in the shop but none for sale. It seemed similar to the lithium I am using.


Christian Gould...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 19-12-2014, 12:02
Replies: 9
Views: 1,978
Posted By Ketchgould
Solar ratio on amp output

I'm thinking of installing solar. If I get a small panel say 60 watt with 12 volt system the max amps per hour is 5. On Lake Superior in the summer do you think I'll actually average 50% of that for...
Forum: Marine Electronics 14-12-2014, 05:10
Replies: 5
Views: 2,326
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Anemometer wind vane connection

That link didn't work. I went to defender and only saw ray marine full price units. Are their hidden deals somewhere?

Thanks.


Christian Gould
St. Paul, MN
S/V Sea Dog
Apostle Islands Lake...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 14-12-2014, 05:05
Replies: 24
Views: 3,884
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: A Newbie's Furler Question

I installed our alado nautical furler in 3 hours. Easy. I am very impressed with the furler too. We used it all season with no problems. Less moving parts. Very well built. Least expensive furler...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 14-12-2014, 05:01
Replies: 2
Views: 1,628
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Bronze Deck Hardware

I tried removing mine with an acid from a pool supply and battery charger...I forget the type of acid. It sort of worked.

I switched to grinding it off with abrasive disk on grinder. Make sure...
Forum: Marine Electronics 14-12-2014, 04:38
Replies: 5
Views: 2,326
Posted By Ketchgould
Anemometer wind vane connection

I picked this up used and am trying to determine brand and compatibility with current displays.

Any idea the make and if it is worth installing.

Thanks.
93553935549355593556


Christian...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-08-2014, 02:16
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: 18 amp gen/alternator produces only 3amps

The generator rebuilders mentioned old generators like the one I have are capable of outputting more than they are rated at. The regulator was the real device that controls output. He said he "turned...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-08-2014, 06:53
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: 18 amp gen/alternator produces only 3amps

I do have an ACR. If I switch the battery selector to combine then both batteries read charging voltages.

I thought about wiring the dc generator to the house and having the ACR do it's job from...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 20-08-2014, 07:11
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: 18 amp gen/alternator produces only 3amps

Thanks for the help. I will post a diagram but it will be in ten days after I can get back to boat.

Wires are 8awg and are less than 18 inches long except for 3 foot wire from solenoid.

...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 20-08-2014, 06:46
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By Ketchgould
18 amp gen/alternator produces only 3amps

I have completely rewired and installed all new devices on my 1961 Graymarine 4 cylinder engine. The generator is original and I had it rebuilt last winter too. The shop that rebuilt (and they are a...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 18-08-2014, 04:46
Replies: 16
Views: 3,960
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Lavac spurts at pump when I pump

I sealed the center hole in the diaphragm with some silicone and this fixed the problem.


Christian Gould
St. Paul, MN
S/V Sea Dog
Apostle Islands Lake Superior
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 07-08-2014, 19:00
Replies: 3
Views: 1,517
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: UFO sound, deck stepped mast, cheap topping lift

Sounds nice. Our boom is wood.


Christian Gould
St. Paul, MN
S/V Sea Dog
Apostle Islands Lake Superior
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 07-08-2014, 16:13
Replies: 3
Views: 1,517
Posted By Ketchgould
UFO sound, deck stepped mast, cheap topping lift

With little wind at anchor or slip we get a pervasive UFO noise on our 32' sloop.

If I lower boom on lifeline, noise goes away. My topping lift is undersized.

Any ideas on getting rid of...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-07-2014, 13:41
Replies: 15
Views: 6,022
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Tsp fortified deck cleaner?

Everyday stuff. Dead flies from swater, sun block grime, grease from food, dirt from beach. Just give the new kiwi grip and perfection a real shine.


Christian Gould
St. Paul, MN
S/V Sea Dog...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 13-07-2014, 10:18
Replies: 15
Views: 6,022
Posted By Ketchgould
Re: Tsp fortified deck cleaner?

I was hoping to have a cleaner that you can use barefoot for everyday use in a spray bottle and a hand scrub. Clean one side deck, tack and clean the other sort of stuff.




Christian Gould...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 13-07-2014, 10:07
Replies: 15
Views: 6,022
Posted By Ketchgould
Tsp fortified deck cleaner?

I was looking to make the worlds best, cheapest deck cleaner. What should I mix up?

I have perfection and kiwi grip on there now. Teak cockpit benches. Teak toe rails.

Does tsp work well with...
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