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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-07-2023, 03:53
Replies: 75
Views: 12,048
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: What about cooling just your bed??

We also use foam (gel infused) mattress toppers. The Bedjet is not an airconditioner. It simply draws air from the floor and pumps it either between your fitted sheet and sheet or; if you use the...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-07-2023, 02:55
Replies: 75
Views: 12,048
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: What about cooling just your bed??

We LOVE our BedJets! We also use the cloud sheets. The constantly moving air keeps you drier as well as cooler. We've spent the last 4 years in Florida, Bahamas, Leewards and the ABCs (currently...
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-08-2022, 10:31
Replies: 4
Views: 1,241
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
I ordered ours today (Florida shipping address -...

I ordered ours today (Florida shipping address - forwarded to Aruba.)

I'm planning on using a fishing rod holder temporarily to test, them permanent install aft of solar array.
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 14-05-2022, 09:59
Replies: 46
Views: 5,805
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: How do you charge your LiFePo4 Batterybanks?

31.2Kwh Victron LFP (split 12V/24V system)
13.5Kw Onan Genset
2X 165ah 24V high output alternators
4X 3Kwh Multiplus charger inverts (280a nominal charging @ 24V)
~1800W Sunpower solar
...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 05-05-2022, 06:58
Replies: 18
Views: 4,761
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Washer/Dryer Combo Unit

Our vented Splendide died after just a couple years. I replaced it with a Midea inverter/heat pump model that we love...
...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 12-04-2022, 13:19
Replies: 121
Views: 25,869
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: E-Scooters for Use Ashore

We're back in Florida for some outfitting. I had planned on Going North for hurricane season, but Tori (my daughter) and I loved Aruba so much, we changed plans and will head back to Aruba after...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 18-02-2022, 06:11
Replies: 22
Views: 2,200
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Sous Vide revisited

We love our Sous Vide. We use this insulated container with a lid that while not fool-proof, should prevent most splashing while minimizing evaporation and heat loss.
...
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 03-11-2021, 11:46
Replies: 165
Views: 59,520
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Improvements to the Saba 50

I concur with the heat challenges. We added 2X 3" blowers suppling cool air to the bottoms (intake sides) of the Multi's (4X 3kW) The original passive intakes were relocated to the top (exhaust side)...
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 01-11-2021, 08:05
Replies: 165
Views: 59,520
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Improvements to the Saba 50

Great to hear you’re happy and healthy. That’s a huge decision, I couldn’t imagine going back to AGMs (I’m not willing to give up generator-free Aircons overnight.) We’re a couple years into our...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 31-10-2021, 06:20
Replies: 121
Views: 25,869
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: E-Scooters for Use Ashore

Safety, including road conditions were the major reasons I didn't move forward with the scooter. Transportability wasn't that big a deal - it folds into an easy to manage size and is light enough to...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 29-10-2021, 05:19
Replies: 24
Views: 5,047
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Electric Hookah Blu3 Nemo

While not the Nemo, We just purchased a Brownie Sea LiOn. It can support 3 divers @ up to 65' for up to 3 hours on a single charge. This covers the vast majority of our diving (for deeper dives,...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 29-10-2021, 05:10
Replies: 121
Views: 25,869
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Update and Decision

I was able to put some miles on the cruiser (solo and with my daughter aboard) before moving aboard Ghost. After thorough consideration, I decided NOT to onboard the scooter. The primary factor was...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 02-09-2021, 16:40
Replies: 36
Views: 9,163
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: New Release: TheBoatApp - Boat Maintenance & Management App

We currently use Vessel Vanguard - How does this compare?
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 24-05-2021, 08:34
Replies: 0
Views: 537
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
US Support for Aquabase YK3 Water maker

Looking for parts and service options for Aquabase YK3 water maker. Getting parts out of Europe is difficult (or impossible in some summer months.)

I've done a rudimentary search but haven't found...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 06-05-2021, 07:54
Replies: 10
Views: 1,951
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Water Maker Soft Start

I hoped the same as they worked great on our 6 Aircon units. I was told by 2 sources (including the manufacturer) that our watermaker required the use of a VFD (Variable Frequency Drive.) Perhaps it...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 05-05-2021, 16:09
Replies: 10
Views: 1,951
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Water Maker Soft Start

I inquired about the same when we were adding soft-starts for all our AirCons. I was told our Aquabase YK3 (~1000 GPD) would require a variable frequency drive. I didn't move forward as our new LFP...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-04-2021, 09:24
Replies: 105
Views: 15,210
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: 31.2Kw Victron LiFePO4 Split System Install

Thanks, but that doesn't provide any advantage over the installed system, in fact it would introduce additional concerns. This system was designed to separate the large-draw, non-critical AC systems...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 15-04-2021, 09:05
Replies: 105
Views: 15,210
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: 31.2Kw Victron LiFePO4 Split System Install

Thanks! I quickly realized little of this upgrade made much "money" sense, but as we prepare to move aboard, the lifestyle gains well justified the investment cost.

Because everything aboard...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 15-04-2021, 07:46
Replies: 105
Views: 15,210
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: 31.2Kw Victron LiFePO4 Split System Install

Thanks,

I'm unclear and will I'll have to investigate this further - As I understand it, if the 12V bank BMS shuts down loads (i.e. low voltage from a bad cell), it wouldn't matter if the 24/12...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 15-04-2021, 06:05
Replies: 105
Views: 15,210
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: 31.2Kw Victron LiFePO4 Split System Install

Thanks! I'm bringing Ghost back to Ft. Lauderdale for some additional outfitting in July including more solar and potentially wind. The batteries are performing wonderfully, we just need more...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 10-04-2021, 05:57
Replies: 121
Views: 25,869
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
A Quick Update...

I've had the scooter (eMove Cruiser) for a few weeks waiting for weather in Michigan to break. Per other owner recommendations, I added the seat which provides additional shock absorption and a much...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 30-03-2021, 09:59
Replies: 51
Views: 5,730
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: How Many BTUs AC on your 50ft(ish) catamaran

I have a FP Saba (50', 4 cabin + smaller midship crew cabin) with 60K BTU (3X 12K BTU, 3X 8K BTU Dometics)

It's more than enough to cool the entire boat under any conditions encountered thus far...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 24-03-2021, 10:09
Replies: 2
Views: 1,009
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: UltraMarineWest

Wow, Congrats! Go big or go home! We've got a #100Lb Ultra on our Saba (have never dragged.)

UltraMarineWest delivered our Ultra anchor, swivel and 100m of 12MM CHROMOX Duplex - Quality operation.
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 24-03-2021, 08:34
Replies: 165
Views: 59,520
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Improvements to the Saba 50

Thanks for the continuing updates. It's amazing how much you have been able to do. I have considered adding a small DC water-maker but a 2nd GenSet is is a bridge too far as we're simply out of...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 02-03-2021, 07:48
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By CalmSeasQuest
Re: Headphones

We also use the Eartec UL2S - They work great. My only complaint is we did have to replace the batteries after just a year in use.
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