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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 26-04-2022, 23:51
Replies: 29
Views: 3,388
Posted By Mithril Bham
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-04-2022, 01:57
Replies: 124
Views: 12,014
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: IN SEARCH OF AWESOME

I have spent many years on many types of boats. I hate to disparage anyones' choice but I would neither buy a Bene nor a Hunter. I have spent considerable hours on both. My favorite glass boats have...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 22-03-2022, 17:06
Replies: 46
Views: 5,651
Posted By Mithril Bham
Forum: Powered Boats 08-03-2022, 19:38
Replies: 87
Views: 8,493
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Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 07-03-2022, 18:29
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Canadian buying a boat in Mexico

As an aside I just sold a Documented Vessel and was told it would take four months to transfer. That was in November and I am still waiting. I was very surprised.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 06-03-2022, 12:05
Replies: 27
Views: 2,807
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: No,You Can’t Rebuild That Engine,Or Can You?

You gotta love it. I think it was the Afghans who built Kalasnikovs from scratch.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 03-03-2022, 21:46
Replies: 16
Views: 1,301
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Cruising adventure camp for kids

Check with US Sailing. They have many programs geared to young people.
They might have to start with basic sailing but they also have a JBBS program. Junior Big Boat Sailing.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 01-03-2022, 15:20
Replies: 280
Views: 23,293
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Falling in a vessel at a boat show

Find the best personal injury attorney that you can. No need for Maritime.
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 26-02-2022, 17:31
Replies: 108
Views: 15,633
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: What to do about this fool anchoring too close?

I would but all kidding aside the best thing to do is to walk away. I speak from experience. Confrontation, in this type of case, always ends badly.
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 26-02-2022, 16:29
Replies: 108
Views: 15,633
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: What to do about this fool anchoring too close?

What I would do can't be posted.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-02-2022, 10:50
Replies: 18
Views: 3,789
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Antigua here we come!!

There is an annual local talent show. I think in December. Catch it if you can. It is great.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-02-2022, 10:46
Replies: 39
Views: 6,935
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Bareboat sailing charter in BVI, what to do, what to skip?

Owned a charter biz and sailing school there for a few years. Second Aragorn's Trellis Bay Full Moon. He sells very cool T-shirts. Civilized. Good music and wine. Many charter companies don't allow...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-02-2022, 05:28
Replies: 8
Views: 1,911
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Belt driven propellor shaft

Have similar system using 5 belts. 1978 BR 44. Fafir bearings.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 05-02-2022, 23:40
Replies: 50
Views: 8,495
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Best Caribbean island / area to live ON LAND?

The only time I spent ashore there was at a small family hotel. I imagine property and taxes are high. It is part of France. Seems best would be to rent and apply for an extended visa.
If you are...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 05-02-2022, 13:23
Replies: 53
Views: 5,449
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Dead in the water

Check all fuel line connections for leaks
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 04-02-2022, 20:52
Replies: 50
Views: 8,495
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Best Caribbean island / area to live ON LAND?

My favorite is Guadalupe. Lots of water. Personally I prefer French culture and food.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 01-02-2022, 20:18
Replies: 53
Views: 8,280
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Shot Across The Bow

I had the opportunity to put in a lot of time on various Pearsons'. Good, solid boats.
Are you planing on crossing oceans?
When coastal cruising I find a good engine the most important thing to...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 01-02-2022, 05:34
Replies: 47
Views: 5,525
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Financing, insurance and starting a business

I'm assuming that you are going to buy the boat anyway and the charter biz is a way to defray your costs.
We carried 1 mil in liability. That is a minimum. Depends on how much you are at risk. Hull...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 30-01-2022, 11:48
Replies: 36
Views: 5,095
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Raritan PHII leaks EVERYWHERE! Alternatives?

It's a good head. Take it apart and rebuild with new hoses or pay someone to do it.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 20-01-2022, 18:01
Replies: 49
Views: 5,715
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: glasses. best solution. how old too old to be a charter captain?

Find a good doctor. My eyes were so bad I could no longer drive at night. Got both lenses replaced now 20/20 but now need reading glasses. 74.
All outcomes are not as good as mine. Choose your...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 20-01-2022, 17:54
Replies: 65
Views: 8,992
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Drunks charter. Biggest pax issues

I have taken out over 300 week-long charters, many in the Caribbean where drinking a lot is normal.
First rule is to never drink with the guests(or without them). Had problems on three charters,...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 14-01-2022, 17:14
Replies: 89
Views: 16,862
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: What's the best way to sail downwind without a pole?

Wing on wing exhausting and requires too much attention for me. Broad Reach with careful controlled jibs. Also allows option of coming up if needed.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-01-2022, 00:52
Replies: 44
Views: 6,745
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Cutting acrylic for portlights

You might want to hire a pro for this one.
I have had good luck cutting with a Fein Multitool.
Good luck
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 02-01-2022, 15:38
Replies: 91
Views: 26,576
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Yacht Delivery Death Traps.

Why you would have ever left the dock on that boat baffles me.
Always get paid upfront.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 01-01-2022, 21:45
Replies: 107
Views: 10,613
Posted By Mithril Bham
Re: Sell the Wife: Off Grid/Beautiful Nature in a 7-day Starter Charter?

San Juan & Gulf Islands with an instructor. Private Learning Cruise.
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