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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
06-03-2024, 02:28
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Is anybody else finding dealing with vendors has become difficult?
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Toccata
Re: Is anybody else finding dealing with vendors has become difficult?
Cooper 43. I'm not sure if your taking the p... out of me or need a hand with the bleedin obvious....There only a restricted number of options for each decision point.
eg: the engine kw...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
06-03-2024, 01:05
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Is anybody else finding dealing with vendors has become difficult?
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Toccata
Re: Is anybody else finding dealing with vendors has become difficult?
I am doing a major/total refit of a Stuart 47 The interior is stripped out, mast removed, sails and engine replacement.
The primary issue is to find the best suppliers, then start the...
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Monohull Sailboats
25-02-2024, 00:48
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Can I get some opinions? Ketch - Australia
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Toccata
Re: Can I get some opinions? Ketch - Australia
First things first, choose a boat with "The Look" The Martz Craft is better in this regard (IMHO)
The advice to truck her home is very sensible. There will be many many things to attend to on both...
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Plumbing Systems and Fixtures
06-02-2024, 19:11
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TruDesign fittings
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Toccata
Re: TruDesign fittings
I have used Trudesign (skin fittings, ball valves and hosetails) for complete changeouts in the last 4 boats. (11m thru to 15m yachts and motorsailers, with multiple fittings.)
Great product imho....
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Propellers & Drive Systems
26-01-2024, 13:16
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Another cutless bearing replacement question (or two!)
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2,147
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Toccata
Re: Another cutless bearing replacement question (or two!)
FWIW
I chose the non rubber bearing, locally referred to as a "rag type" looks like tufnol??
The local marine engineers are sceptical about the durability of the rubber type, particularly with any...
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Propellers & Drive Systems
20-01-2024, 13:32
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YACBQ (Yet Another Cutless Bearing Question)
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617
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Toccata
Re: YACBQ (Yet Another Cutless Bearing Question)
my mistake. You do have a short length of rubber hose between the packing gland and the inner end of the stern tube.
There may be no inner bearing at all, just a free floating shaft with the packing...
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Propellers & Drive Systems
20-01-2024, 13:12
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YACBQ (Yet Another Cutless Bearing Question)
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Toccata
Re: YACBQ (Yet Another Cutless Bearing Question)
I'll save you a lot of research and reading, with a summary here, but do read Gerr or Calder on this issue so you are familiar with what you are taking on BEFORE you start.
You probably have an...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
20-01-2024, 00:08
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Vetus dual stage water lock muffler
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559
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Toccata
Re: Vetus dual stage water lock muffler
I too purchased a Nanni (140) hp to replace a Yanmar.
1, Yanmar parts just ridiculously expensive imho
2, The dealer, Marine Diesel Capalaba, was really helpful with all aspects of a DIY...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
17-01-2024, 01:10
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Marinco solar vent alternative.
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604
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Toccata
Re: Marinco solar vent alternative.
I reckon they're noisy rotten things. Mine are being removed and being replaced with either a cowl vent (on the anchor locker hatch) or just a plain (no motor) similarly shaped vent where a sheet can...
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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
16-01-2024, 23:35
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Fiberglass over teak deck
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2,997
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Toccata
Re: Fiberglass over teak deck
After it's covered, it will still feel soft to walk on, and nobody in their right mind will buy that boat.
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Monohull Sailboats
11-01-2024, 23:35
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To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
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3,328
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Toccata
Re: To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
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I'm of the view cruising is better than have to spend months (or years) fixing a vessel up. More cruising, less wrenching.
Which is not to say there won't be any wrenching - thus scope...
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Our Community
09-01-2024, 01:28
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The Slow Demise of the Sailing Forum
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Toccata
Re: The Slow Demise of the Sailing Forum
My suspicion is that here on CF there are many serious cruisers/knowledgable participants.
The user posting a question, who has clearly not done any background reading or research into their problem...
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Lithium Power Systems
07-01-2024, 01:20
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138
Modern lithium setup for boats
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15,016
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Toccata
Re: Modern lithium setup for boats
Just as a little addition to the discussion,
My boat is primarily 12V
It didn't have a bow thruster fitted.
I have fitted the largest Vetus thruster applicable to a 185mm tunnel. This unit is 24V,...
Forum:
Monohull Sailboats
03-01-2024, 18:42
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To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
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3,328
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Toccata
Re: To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
"From MicHughV; Not sure what the moral of the story is here, but investing tons of time and money on a boat is rarely a good investment."
And those that just keep doing it, well that's a problem...
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Monohull Sailboats
03-01-2024, 15:38
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To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
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3,328
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Toccata
Re: To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
In mast:
The sail just looked awful without a roach and battens. The bearing mechanism on the furling mandrel was difficult to inspect top and bottom. The sail always had various creases that were...
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Monohull Sailboats
03-01-2024, 15:12
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To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
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3,328
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Toccata
Re: To-do list: refit a 10-20 yr boat for bluewater sailing
Where to start. The problem is you don't know what you don't know...yet.
Do you want to restore a boat or go cruising???
Restoration will take far longer and cost far more than you think or can...
Forum:
Lithium Power Systems
02-01-2024, 14:57
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138
Modern lithium setup for boats
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15,016
Posted By
Toccata
Re: Modern lithium setup for boats
Not mentioned to date is diesel powered cooking/heating.
Perhaps this is this an anathema in todays age?
I am currently refitting a Stuart 47 (wheelhouse style motor sailer) The electrical diagram...
Forum:
Meets & Greets
03-12-2023, 02:19
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Hello! Wanted some thoughts/advice on co-owning a boat
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3,677
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Toccata
Re: Hello! Wanted some thoughts/advice on co-owning a boat
I reckon the first thing to discuss and write down is the exit strategy.
Once that's clear, Enjoy the journey knowing you have a way out should things not turn out as you wish.
Co-Ownership...
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Monohull Sailboats
03-12-2023, 00:02
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6
Hans Christian 33 - what to look out for
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978
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Toccata
Re: Hans Christian 33 - what to look out for
Lovely boat but A LOT off external clear finish, you'd better be ready for ongoing sanding and clear finishing.
My next door neighbour has an HC 38 the sheer area of clear finish is nearly breaking...
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
01-12-2023, 18:46
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213
Large solar array support beams
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25,734
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Toccata
Re: Large solar array support beams
That's been a huge project, and looks to be nicely executed.
190 posts later!
Just once more for dummies, (at the end of the project) why didn't you do the structure in SS and clamp it on if it...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
30-11-2023, 15:08
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36
Best way to pass antenna cable through deck?
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2,401
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Toccata
Re: Best way to pass antenna cable through deck?
I have mostly used the gooseneck option and then tuck butyl sealant, purchased in strips around and between the wires (in the opening above the deck). Its a bit clunky looking and can catch a...
Forum:
Propellers & Drive Systems
27-11-2023, 17:19
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37
Normal coupler bolts?
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3,268
Posted By
Toccata
Re: Normal coupler bolts?
I would grind the head off (from the aft side), with a wet towel placed around the area.
Tap the bolt forward as far as possible, then grind the forward side of the bolt, behind the nut.
Possibly...
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
22-11-2023, 00:03
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64
Your favourite (or least favourite) shaft seal.
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5,771
Posted By
Toccata
Re: Your favourite (or least favourite) shaft seal.
My experience:
I have recently replaced a PSS Pro Seal (brand new) with a Tides Marine lip style seal.
Why?
PSS seal 3 1/4 inch tube diam 1 3/4 shaft. The bellows at this size is quite heavy and I...
Forum:
Multihull Sailboats
11-11-2023, 17:55
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52
Broker is privately "flipping the good deals"?
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10,368
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Toccata
Re: Broker is privately "flipping the good deals"?
A local broker and friend gave an example of a typical sale. At least 30 phone calls and many hours of driving and showing time to get a straightforward sale through to completion.
Add the many...
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
11-11-2023, 17:45
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40
Turbo Questions, Yanmar 4JH2-TE
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4,554
Posted By
Toccata
Re: Turbo Questions, Yanmar 4JH2-TE
From memory it was about 200mm of height difference (one side of the water column compared to the other side) It was well within specs, but only after rebuilding/re-routing the exhaust system...
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