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Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 29-12-2018, 14:00
Replies: 26
Views: 7,815
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Extending length of anchor rode

I just want to thank all of the contributers who provided input in response to my question. The quality and level of detail in your responses is second to none. I haven't made a final decision yet...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 12-12-2018, 15:06
Replies: 26
Views: 7,815
Posted By Gamechanger
Extending length of anchor rode

I currently have 100 feet of 5/16 inch anchor chain with 100 feet of nylon line that together make up my anchor rode. I have been given an additional 100 feet of chain and would like to connect it to...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 17-12-2017, 15:31
Replies: 19
Views: 8,536
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Northwind 43,5 fully equipped and ready for Blue Water. Need to sell due to healt

Let me start by saying that I hope things go your way as relates to your daughters health. You are obviously very caring dedicated parents.

My wife and I would be very interested in your boat....
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-02-2017, 16:54
Replies: 19
Views: 3,903
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Monohull supply in BVI?

I think that your speculation about why there are so many mnohulls available in the BVIs is exactly correct. Cats make better party boats than monohulls for large groups so theyre in demand in the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-02-2017, 16:27
Replies: 24
Views: 8,057
Posted By Gamechanger
Thumbs up Re: reliable bilge pump and float switch

Ive been using a regular bilge pump in my sink/shower sump for 2 years now. Have a small (12 inch by 12 inch) pot that all the 3/4 inch hoses flow into. (Two heads, each with sink and shower) I...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 14-02-2017, 17:09
Replies: 14
Views: 3,278
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Doing Better Battery Wiring

While the wiring arrangement in your drawing may well work, I'd propose simplifying it. For example, install a single buss for all of your negatives to tie into. Tie your house bank batteries...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 07-02-2017, 13:10
Replies: 30
Views: 7,754
Posted By Gamechanger
Pros and Cons of feathering props

I recently bought a Variprop feathering prop for my Irwin 43 MKIII sloop. I going from a fixed prop so my purpose for making the change include increasing speed when under sail (without engine on)...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 31-01-2017, 17:46
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Bimini/Dodger maker in Toronto area ?

I had an entire cockpit enclosure made for my Irwin 43 MkIII at Genco in Mississauga/Etobicoke. Jonathan came to the boat twice to take measurements then again to do a final install. Jonathan takes...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-12-2016, 16:21
Replies: 24
Views: 7,576
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Winterizing Fresh Water System

I do BOTH blow out the system with compressed air AND add antifreeze to the system. I ALWAYS emphasize use of ethanol-free antifreeze since it is not harmful to any of the rubber seals in the toilet...
Forum: Great Lakes 27-10-2016, 09:34
Replies: 34
Views: 5,469
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Hauled yesterday, snowed today

I share your pain. Every year since retirement I've wondered why I still live here..... in a place where the sailing:confused: season is only 4-5 months long.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 16-09-2016, 16:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,006
Posted By Gamechanger
Wanted: 4-8 week charter/rental in the Caribbean

My wife and I own a 43 Irwin Mk III on Georgian Bay where we've been sailing for the last 10+ years. We do ALL the maintenance on our boat ..... and help others with theirs...so we are pretty...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 30-05-2016, 07:51
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By Gamechanger
Thumbs up Re: Adjustable table pedastal legs (3)

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I can accept your offer of $250 US plus shipping for two of the pedastals. Please contact me at cummings.graham@yahoo.ca (cummings.graham@yahoo.ca) to finalize details re payment and...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 27-05-2016, 09:34
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Adjustable table pedastal legs (3)

I can let a pair go for $200 US if that is manageable for you.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 26-05-2016, 17:41
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Adjustable table pedastal legs (3)

They are aluminum so total weight of all 3 would be less than 10 pounds.

The maximum height they expand to is 30 inches. The minimum height they go to is 20.5 inches unless you cut a hole in...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 26-05-2016, 09:44
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By Gamechanger
Adjustable table pedastal legs (3)

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For sale. Three adjustable table pedestal legs. Brand new. Paid $225 US each but will sell for $125 US each.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-05-2016, 16:24
Replies: 24
Views: 3,443
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Could someone check my math please?

Reading the responses to your request to "Please check my math" has been very interesting. The subject of house battery capacity is one that I took longest to feel comfortable with. I spent a LOT of...
Forum: Powered Boats 11-05-2016, 10:24
Replies: 11
Views: 1,579
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Looking to buy a Center Consol Power Boat

I have a 20 foot Center Console with a 150 HP 4 stroke Yamaha that I would be willing to sell. Am located on Georgian Bay outside Parry Sound Ontario. Can contact me at Cummings.graham@yahoo.ca
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-05-2016, 09:33
Replies: 37
Views: 6,809
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Tool for removing nuts on VERY long keel bolts

I didn't know about Pass-Through sockets or Crow's Feet wrenches so I truly appreciate the links to info about these tools. When all is said and done it appears to me that making a custom 10-12 inch...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 04-05-2016, 09:13
Replies: 37
Views: 6,809
Posted By Gamechanger
Tool for removing nuts on VERY long keel bolts

The keel bolts on my 43 foot Irwin MkIII stick through the hull about 10 inches into the bilge. The bilge width is quite narrow so a socket wrench would appear to be the only tool suitable for...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 10-04-2016, 09:14
Replies: 20
Views: 3,540
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Battery power in Bareboat Charter boats

Since most reasonable efficiency decent sized fridges consume at least 3-4 amps per hour (most consume much more than that), that's 72-96 AH per day. With a 135 Ah capacity house bank you're already...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 08-04-2016, 09:37
Replies: 20
Views: 3,540
Posted By Gamechanger
Question Battery power in Bareboat Charter boats

Just came back from my 4th experience bareboat chartering a 42 foot sailboat. In each case I dealt with a different charter company (Moorings, Footloose, Conch, Seabattical). In EVERY case I was...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-02-2016, 17:38
Replies: 22
Views: 6,969
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Fishing while sailing

Great ideas..... and a few considerations that I never would have thought of. Thanks to all who responded.:biggrin:
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-02-2016, 10:13
Replies: 22
Views: 6,969
Posted By Gamechanger
Fishing while sailing

Has anyone had success fishing while underway on a sailboat? If yes, what type of hardware did you use? Is a simple line and lure adequate or???

Would appreciate your help.:peace:
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 28-01-2016, 15:40
Replies: 2
Views: 1,613
Posted By Gamechanger
Anchorages in the US and Spanish Virgin Islands

We'll be spending a full month (March) in the US and Spanish Virgin Islands this year and desperately need advice about suitable anchorages. We've been to the BVIs three times in recent years and are...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 22-12-2015, 13:33
Replies: 13
Views: 2,314
Posted By Gamechanger
Re: Moving between the British and US Virgin Islands

Great info that will indeed be very helpful. Much appreciated and thanks to all.:smitten:
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