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Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 23-03-2022, 06:40
Replies: 12
Views: 1,786
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: suggestions for use of continuous loops

I'm thinking more of the smaller size dyneema loops that we are tending to see more often.

Maybe the racers on the forum would have suggestions!
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 23-03-2022, 03:37
Replies: 12
Views: 1,786
Posted By svfinnishline
suggestions for use of continuous loops

I'm in need of some inspiration and ideas for how and where to use continuous loops - thoughts & ideas welcome!
Forum: Marine Electronics 09-04-2021, 04:37
Replies: 2
Views: 501
Posted By svfinnishline
telescopic underwater inspection cameras

Can anyone recommend a system for inspecting the prop & antifouling without getting in the water? Just interested in feedback, and what seems to work well!
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-08-2016, 08:26
Replies: 44
Views: 6,481
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: SPOT Gen3 GPS Tracker

For all those frustrated by the Spot website and limited position reports - there is an easy solution that will track an around the world voyage (at least in the spot coverage areas!) without losing...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-02-2016, 08:51
Replies: 13
Views: 5,066
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Replacement for Cantalupi Downlights?

They are not cheap but, I used the Lopolight PN400-123's. They used to offer them in combinations of white/red or white/white with two different levels of brightness. They look the part, real boat...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-11-2015, 06:05
Replies: 7
Views: 2,426
Posted By svfinnishline
engine maintenance

Since buying my boat in 2008, I have changed the engine oil every 300hrs, and the fuel filters at about the same interval. I've circumnavigated, ca. 40K nm's sailing and added 2500 hrs to the engine...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 06-05-2015, 18:18
Replies: 7
Views: 3,269
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Securing spare anchor

Spare is a 44' Delta - thanks
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 06-05-2015, 17:40
Replies: 7
Views: 3,269
Posted By svfinnishline
Securing spare anchor

Does anyone have suggestions on the best way to secure a spare anchor? The anchor would not be mounted on deck, it would be in a decent size anchor locker but at ca. 44lbs (20kgs) its weight is...
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-04-2015, 16:03
Replies: 0
Views: 986
Posted By svfinnishline
UK tide & current data for NN3D MFDs?

Can someone recommend which tide and current data I should purchase, thats compatible with the Furuno NN3D system? I've purchased the wide area charts for UK/Ireland/France but this does not seem to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 13-04-2015, 14:39
Replies: 11
Views: 5,192
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Proper Stackup

Check for problems: discharge the battery bank to your lower limit and with your maximum recharge capability (alternator or shore power) use an IR temp sensor on the terminals to check for excessive...
Forum: Marine Electronics 13-04-2015, 14:23
Replies: 21
Views: 17,863
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: AIS Antenna Splitter

It's interesting to note that AIS antenna splitters have become a requirement to entry for the RORC offshore (including Fastnet) races:

The AIS Transponder shall share the masthead VHF antenna via...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 10-03-2015, 11:35
Replies: 13
Views: 11,139
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Victron Multiplus problem

Update: I contacted Vicron Holland, they confirmed the unit has failed. I contacted the dealer (Energy Solutions UK) who I purchased the unit from. They are arranging to have the defective unit...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-03-2015, 15:03
Replies: 13
Views: 11,139
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Victron Multiplus problem

Yes the inverter LED and Bulk LED are flashing in opposition. As per the Victron toolkit app - powerpack failure. I hope this does not mean its 'toast', but welcome anyone with experience of this...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-03-2015, 14:45
Replies: 13
Views: 11,139
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Victron Multiplus problem

OK I have downloaded the 'Victron Toolkit' app and the error code is defined as a 'powerpack failure'.

It occurs the moment the device is turned on: 'contact Victron service in that case' is the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-03-2015, 14:37
Replies: 13
Views: 11,139
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Victron Multiplus problem

from the install manual:

Bulk flashes
Absorption LED on = 17
Float LED in = 11

= error code 28? Its not listed in the installation manual. Anyone else know what this code means?

Thanks,...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-03-2015, 11:35
Replies: 13
Views: 11,139
Posted By svfinnishline
Victron Multiplus problem

I've recently installed a Victron Multiplus 12/3000/120-50 unit. Had the unit up and running beautifully after installation, connected the Victron MK2 USB interface and loaded battery charge profile...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 06-02-2015, 08:26
Replies: 2
Views: 1,290
Posted By svfinnishline
Hamble UK Yacht clubs?

Any recommendation for yacht clubs with 'younger' members (30 somethings) on the Hamble River? We've been to a couple but struggled to find members our age.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 06-02-2015, 07:18
Replies: 6
Views: 2,031
Posted By svfinnishline
Harken Switch Battcar system?

I'm considering a new mainsail track and luff hardware; anyone out there have experience with the Harken Switch Battcar system?
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 12-10-2014, 10:55
Replies: 0
Views: 1,240
Posted By svfinnishline
Hamble UK electronics installer?

Hi - could anyone recommend a good quality electronics installer in the Hamble River UK area? I need to have an inverter charger replaced, and hoping to have a recommendation of a good electronics...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 29-07-2014, 11:39
Replies: 18
Views: 4,013
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Odyssey TPPL Batteries

OK I will have to give that test a go when I'm next at the boat. I would be surprised if it gave a much different indication than the Smartgauge as Enersys tested the monitor specifically with...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-07-2014, 08:02
Replies: 18
Views: 4,013
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Odyssey TPPL batteries

Hi Mainsail - I installed a Smartgauge battery monitor a couple of weeks ago. After two weeks of letting in sync with the batteries, I charged them until the SGBM said 100% SOC. Then verified the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-07-2014, 02:18
Replies: 18
Views: 4,013
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Odyssey TPPL batteries

OK after 4 years of full time cruising my odyssey battery bank (2x1800FT, 12v 436ah) is down to about 52% of original rated capacity. It's time to either try the suggested charging regime or bin them...
Forum: Marine Electronics 02-06-2014, 11:05
Replies: 3
Views: 1,806
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: NMEA 2000 power supply

Well typically the power drop is only a power drop into the network. To transfer the data into an MFD is usually done via an additional Tee and drop cable.

So the question is - can I use a (1)...
Forum: Marine Electronics 01-06-2014, 02:58
Replies: 3
Views: 1,806
Posted By svfinnishline
NMEA 2000 power supply

I need a bit of help or advise; typically the power into a NMEA2000 backbone comes through a separate 'power tee'. I have some space restrictions - is there any reason not to use a short drop cable...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 02-03-2014, 11:38
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By svfinnishline
Re: Need to sympathetic US customs agent!

I didn't expect that much response so thank you to all who have contributed. I married an English girl in October, so now have a spouse visa which enables me to be a UK resident, and permits me to...
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