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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-01-2016, 11:41
Replies: 7
Views: 6,799
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Northstar Batteries and the difference between color series

The only descriptive DIFFERENCES on Northstar's website are:

NSB Blue+ Battery® - Fast recharge and high cycling
In many regions of the world the on-grid power supply is unreliable, suffering...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-01-2016, 11:02
Replies: 7
Views: 6,799
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Northstar Batteries and the difference between color series

My thoughts too. If I were buying from the link, the $15 difference wouldn't sway me from the blue 210s at all. If your well advised tests passed with stellar results, I am VERY tempted on the reds. ...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-01-2016, 10:32
Replies: 7
Views: 6,799
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Northstar Batteries and the difference between color series

This would be for a 48 volt electric motor propulsion system's battery bank (4x AGM 12v). I've seen the 210ft blues retail around $800 a piece but can get them around $600. Red's are hard to price...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-01-2016, 09:38
Replies: 8
Views: 7,132
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: dehumidifier as a watermaker

Perhaps in an emergency situation, one can filter the water through a Lifestraw device? Even if not, it is concepts like yours that inspire the best of human ingenuity. Perhaps someone will now...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-01-2016, 09:33
Replies: 7
Views: 6,799
Posted By Captain Pappy
Northstar Batteries and the difference between color series

Hello, I'm looking into the newest blue and red series of Northstar, and it is surprisingly difficult to determine the pros and cons of each color. At best, a short attribute list is highlighted,...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-01-2015, 11:08
Replies: 13
Views: 9,990
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: How to choose GPM stength for new water pump

One update: What do you think of this one on Amazon for $68.38 vs the Aqua King II liked at West Marine?:

SHURflo 4008-101-E65 3.0 Revolution Water Pump:
Amazon.com: SHURflo 4008-101-E65 3.0...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-01-2015, 10:54
Replies: 13
Views: 9,990
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: How to choose GPM stength for new water pump

Perfect advice in just two responses? I'm speechless. :) Thank you both as that tells me exactly what I needed to know. I hope this thread gets found by others with this exact question. Bless you...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-01-2015, 10:20
Replies: 13
Views: 9,990
Posted By Captain Pappy
How to choose GPM stength for new water pump

Though many will replace boat systems with similar parts, please note that I am a new boater doing a refit so have little point of reference when it comes to "what was."

I need to pick a new fresh...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 05-10-2014, 10:45
Replies: 10
Views: 4,558
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Electric Repower (and more!)- Options?

I'm going to try and bring this post back and expand on it. At this point with technology, are there any electric inboards that could handle a FL to islands or FL to Mexico/Belize crossing? That is...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 21-09-2014, 11:52
Replies: 0
Views: 4,438
Posted By Captain Pappy
Interlux vs International (Micron 66 to Interspeed 640) and primer

I've heard hard ablative (hybrid) paint is a good way to go: Is Interlux and International the same company? I have a deal on International's Interspeed 640 I may grab but how does that compare to...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 20-09-2014, 14:41
Replies: 0
Views: 3,196
Posted By Captain Pappy
Compaing Interlux to International (Micron 66 to Interspeed 640) and primer

I'm looking for sites that compare Micron 66 paint to Interspeed 640. I've heard only go with Trinadad SR or Micron 66 by a handful of people. I can get a great deal on International's Interspeed 640...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 12-09-2014, 13:37
Replies: 7
Views: 2,425
Posted By Captain Pappy
Update two - Good news!

I just found out that the keel that stumped the pros is actually INTENTIONALLY designed as pictured and it is not some odd repair after an accident/bad grounding!! I can't believe how hard it was to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 12-09-2014, 10:56
Replies: 7
Views: 2,425
Posted By Captain Pappy
UPDATE! Re: Galvanic corrosion or Stray current? NEW PICS!!

Certified marine techs looked it over: my engine created a charge, so it did originate in the boat. The previous owner reversed some wiring on the panels too- all will soon be resolved. So the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-08-2014, 12:37
Replies: 7
Views: 2,425
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Galvanic corrosion or Stray current? NEW PICS!!

female pipe fitting... err, yes, my first haul out so hoping to discover what all the ins/outs are going to. I have two cockpit drains at the stern, and the water output for the engine, then I'm at a...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-08-2014, 11:51
Replies: 7
Views: 2,425
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Galvanic corrosion or Stray current? NEW PICS!!

Hey! Thanks for the fast reply!! I saw you in your "consider the diver alerted thread"!! :)

Seems that is the case, but is it such an invisible gremlin problem that can't be rooted out? I feel...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-08-2014, 11:21
Replies: 7
Views: 2,425
Posted By Captain Pappy
Galvanic corrosion or Stray current? NEW PICS!!

I've uploaded a new photo album! Please look for a superhero in my profile...

I only learned my title's terminology today in relation to what is not the the umbrella term called "electrolysis." ...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-08-2014, 15:13
Replies: 10
Views: 4,558
Posted By Captain Pappy
Electric Repower (and more!)- Options?

After some fun with my new "old" boat so far, a recent haul out shows I've got some "fixins" to do, most notably a re-power. Must remove my 42 HP inboard (originally came with a 10HP in '77). I know...
Forum: Crew Archives 24-06-2014, 05:49
Replies: 0
Views: 911
Posted By Captain Pappy
Caribbean, Central America available

Hey everyone!

I am flexible in schedule around July-Dec. this year. Anyone plans any FL trips to the islands (Bahamas, US, British, French, all wonderful) and needs crew, I'd love to consider it....
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 17-06-2014, 07:48
Replies: 2
Views: 1,705
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Yay! Single and can focus on boating, haha!

I'll say hello in PM. :)
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 11-06-2014, 06:49
Replies: 2
Views: 1,705
Posted By Captain Pappy
Yay! Single and can focus on boating, haha!

Please, no single "handling" jokes. The last cords to land are severed. I can now focus solely on learning all things sailing. Working off a laptop and locally with portable trades/teaching is...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-03-2014, 17:38
Replies: 3
Views: 2,142
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: FAVORITE FAMOUS/TV/MOVIE BOATS!!

I did hear one of the Endeavours (think it was the 40) is being chartered in Florida
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-03-2014, 17:06
Replies: 3
Views: 2,142
Posted By Captain Pappy
FAVORITE FAMOUS/TV/MOVIE BOATS!!

Anyone get inspired in the boat world by movies, books, or some form of fame?? I may be obvious in my love for Romancing The Stone, and the Mason 43 in the film (which doesn't match the picture...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-03-2014, 16:48
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Replacing my hatch - plastic, metal?

Hi Jim Walsh... aren't you the dad on Beverly Hills 90210? :) You have a great name.. why did you ask where I'm located... you aren't going to break into my boat knowing I have a dodgy hatch are you?...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-03-2014, 16:44
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Replacing my hatch - plastic, metal?

The metal frame is black and can be repainted or welded, and the window has age cracks everywhere, but you hit a point in labor costs where I'd rather buy new and trade in/sell the old one.
My...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-03-2014, 16:05
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By Captain Pappy
Re: Replacing my hatch - plastic, metal?

So on Lewmar's site I think I get the picture... now there is a Medium Profile one that interior measures at 19 3/8 but the Ocean series doesn't seem to have that exactly... is there a Ocean Series...
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