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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-04-2022, 13:43
Replies: 57
Views: 4,770
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: how to loosen BIG nuts?

And if all else fails use a nut splitter ....
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 20-01-2022, 21:08
Replies: 15
Views: 2,315
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: leaking steel diesel tank

Agreed .. belzona is definitely the ticket!
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 16-10-2021, 09:33
Replies: 2
Views: 1,947
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Classic 75' Sutton steel ketch

We lowered the price because we are putting it on the market next week.... $799k here is the video .. https://youtu.be/pG4UqPQlj_w
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 16-10-2021, 09:30
Replies: 19
Views: 4,784
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Aluminum or steel centerboard cruiser

this is an example of a steel bilge keeler....... she is for sale at 799k. coming out on Yacht world next week. https://youtu.be/pG4UqPQlj_w
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-09-2021, 12:22
Replies: 12
Views: 1,494
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: shore power thermal fuse to prevent fires

A simple way to avoid "the burn" is to grease your connection with electrical grease. It prevents the carbon build up which results in resistance and heat. As a lineman we grease all connections to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2021, 20:09
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

Lots of interest,,, now it just depends on who can come up with the $$$. It's a very bittersweet sale. I love this boat but it's time to let someone else take her to the dance. I have really...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 24-08-2021, 07:54
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

Thanks!... This vessel has had a history of coal tar, then International(PPG) coatings such as Amerseal,and Amerlock. Belzona Ceramic coating was also used in the ballast bilge. The last ultrasound...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2021, 15:53
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

Actually it would make an excellent USCG inspected high end charter because it is a US made hull. Foreign hulls have to go through a stringent waiver program and are generally limited to 12...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2021, 15:45
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

Two brokers have looked at her and the consensus was just under a million dollars.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2021, 15:44
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

There is such a story behind this vessel... and yes I used to play checkers with the ghost in the evenings... chess was beyond him!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2021, 15:42
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

hahah,, I' ve worked on the steel ketch for the last ten years and she is now as finished as you can get. The Aluminum sloop fell into my lap and will be another great project. I'm a glutton for...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2021, 07:57
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: best way to sell a steel vessel

The Yacht is an hour south of San Diego.... our border has never been closed so it would be a great weekend trip to come see her and enjoy our fabulous "Guadalupe Valley wine route"
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-08-2021, 22:49
Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
Posted By s/v michaela
best way to sell a steel vessel

In this super hot market how would you go about about selling a beautiful steel ketch. I am bouncing the ideas back and forth and am curious as to opinions. I have a fantastic steel ketch (that...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 15-08-2021, 10:01
Replies: 2
Views: 1,947
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Classic 75' Sutton steel ketch

I need to add that this vessel was made in the US, and can be used as a USCG inspected vessel for legal charters in the states ...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 14-08-2021, 13:59
Replies: 2
Views: 1,947
Posted By s/v michaela
Classic 75' Sutton steel ketch

Not on the Yachtworld market ....
Here is your chance to negotiate the purchase of a Stunning 1967 Sutton Ketch. She is 75' LOA, bilge keeled, draws 6 feet, and will sit on her own bottom in the...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 01-08-2021, 09:44
Replies: 2,439
Views: 372,681
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: SSSSM - Part Deux

Ahh so true Zee..
Be very very careful and never rush into a new partnership especially on boats. We all face consequences of our actions, so take it slow and be sure who you invite into your life!
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 31-07-2021, 14:34
Replies: 2,439
Views: 372,681
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: SSSSM - Part Deux

Hola Buenas! In Mexico on a beautiful 70' Warwick design aluminum sloop. 50's,, fit,, 8 year old boy at my side. Been in the big boat circles for years.. Always working on a boat project. Raising...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-03-2021, 11:08
Replies: 36
Views: 6,566
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Non-resident cruising in California

Agreed... no issues if you are a visitor.... only if you stay too long,, and then the only people who will bother you are harbor nazis in the bigger places(except Dana Point! they are no fun there...)
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 06-03-2021, 12:35
Replies: 31
Views: 4,232
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Water filter: carbon vs carbon and UV

We have lived in Ensenada at Marina Coral for 5 years. I use a sediment , carbon,and media filter for iron on the dock.. then all taps/ice machine etc,, are covered with seagull filters. Water...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 01-03-2021, 11:21
Replies: 36
Views: 6,566
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Non-resident cruising in California

You can also pay for a cheap slip on the columbia for the year and show them the receipt if ensnared in Cali taxes. I live here in Ensenada, MX and there are no worries of border closure,,, hasn't...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 01-03-2021, 08:51
Replies: 36
Views: 6,566
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Non-resident cruising in California

Huge difference in CALIFORNIA.... if you have a boat on a dock anywhere(unless in a work slip) in Cali between november and january you can/will be enmeshed in the california tax nightmare. You will...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 20-02-2021, 11:05
Replies: 100
Views: 8,900
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: What's your drop of choice?

In mexico..... Don Julio Setenta!!!
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 19-02-2021, 14:32
Replies: 109
Views: 17,871
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Help Please --- First Time $1M+ Purchase

If you are ABSOLUTELY sure that you want a cat that big,,, I know of a beautiful 62' lagoon that will be for sale soon in San Diego. The owner traded up to new a 77'. Pm me for the owners contact...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 13-02-2021, 12:15
Replies: 19
Views: 3,206
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: New Dynema Line with Polyester cover Slipping on Winch

Pretty easy fix... just buy some cover slip it/sew it over the section you have to use on the winch or stuff the center of the line with a smaller line to "fatten it up". High tech line always...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-02-2021, 09:09
Replies: 10
Views: 1,004
Posted By s/v michaela
Re: Teak and Stainless suppliers in Southern California

M&K metals in Gardena,,https://www.mkmetal.net/
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