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Forum: Dollars & Cents 15-01-2024, 11:03
Replies: 32
Views: 3,284
Posted By nknowland
Re: Prepaying for repairs

We offered to prepay for materials but not labor. Company said no. Thinking we should walk???
Forum: Dollars & Cents 13-01-2024, 09:54
Replies: 32
Views: 3,284
Posted By nknowland
Prepaying for repairs

We had a lightening strike on our boat last June. We got a repair estimate for $15k. We are in the process of scheduling the repair, and the company is asking for full payment (parts&labor) before...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-05-2019, 07:25
Replies: 43
Views: 7,030
Posted By nknowland
Re: Westerbeke W50 potentially overheating

Get an infrared thermometer to verify engine temp. Don’t trust the gauge!
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 25-10-2018, 21:27
Replies: 16
Views: 3,686
Posted By nknowland
Amalfi Coast - by sea or land?

We are planning to be in Naples Italy in May 2019.

We want to tour the Amalfi Coast by sailboat. Looking for experienced advice. Especially anchoring in such deep water.

We could go by land,...
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 14-09-2018, 08:30
Replies: 148
Views: 23,695
Posted By nknowland
Re: Does anyone get the FCC license?

We did. Got them even before moving aboard just b/c we heard it was required. Never been asked about it tho.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-08-2018, 15:00
Replies: 78
Views: 18,439
Posted By nknowland
Re: Sailing yacht - what RPM to run engine at?

Yes ... except for fuel efficiency. Big difference between 1800 rpm and 2400 rpm at the gauge.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 17-08-2018, 10:39
Replies: 86
Views: 11,946
Posted By nknowland
Re: How many HEADS does a boat really need?

One. Until that one isn’t working and then you really wish you had two!
Forum: Our Community 10-08-2018, 08:06
Replies: 61
Views: 7,126
Posted By nknowland
Re: Do you give guests an "Intro Class" to your boat?

Yes. Even returning guests.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 11-06-2018, 06:39
Replies: 74
Views: 13,902
Posted By nknowland
Re: How important are opening portholes?

We cruise in warm climates (FL and the Bahamas, east coast in the summer). Opening hatches/ports are a lifesaver as every little bit of breeze helps. The only drawback is rain! Always close up before...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-05-2018, 07:27
Replies: 3
Views: 948
Posted By nknowland
Storing the mainsail

We have a 40ft ketch sailboat. The boat is stored on the hard in Jacksonville area from June-Dec. We usually remove the main and mizzen sails and store them in the boat cabin, and we tie the stack...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 01-12-2017, 08:54
Replies: 11
Views: 1,921
Posted By nknowland
Rocna on a Bayfield 40

So, Rocna anchors are on sale for 2 more days and I’d like to upgrade our Bruce.

However, I’m away from the boat and have some concerns about fit on our bowsprit.

Any Bayfield owners out there...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 20-05-2017, 06:47
Replies: 26
Views: 10,154
Posted By nknowland
Summer storage in FL -- Water tank full or empty

We are leaving our sailboat for the summer in North Florida. Should the water tanks be left full or empty?

We will be back in November so freezing should not be an issue.

Thanks.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-05-2017, 06:36
Replies: 93
Views: 12,996
Posted By nknowland
Re: Scared sh@#less!

Yes, it will be harder and scarier than your childhood illusions. That doesn't mean you can't face that fear and go sailing. There will be days that make it totally worthwhile....and they will have...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 05-05-2017, 10:23
Replies: 8
Views: 3,873
Posted By nknowland
Re: Westerbeke 52: New fuel injector pump = overheating

Hello,
Sorry for the delay in replying. We are in the Bahamas with sketchy internet.

The timing on our pump was set by the mechanic who rebuilt the pump so when reinstalling we just had to align...
Forum: Our Community 13-04-2017, 09:28
Replies: 33
Views: 15,799
Posted By nknowland
Re: Diesel Fuel Odor in the Cabin

You may not this one, but it worked for us....50/50 mix of vinegar and Listerine.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-04-2017, 09:20
Replies: 28
Views: 7,268
Posted By nknowland
Re: Fan on AB compressor

________
Once again you come thru with good news John!
The sensor tube is in good shape. And I'll get a spare thermostat when we get back to that states
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-04-2017, 08:24
Replies: 28
Views: 7,268
Posted By nknowland
Re: Fan on AB compressor

______________________________

Hello again John....I have another AB refrig question and you are top on my list of helpful experts!

Usually, the thermostat is set at 5-6 to keep the temp at...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-04-2017, 13:34
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

Thanks. The problem is the Delco alt has an internal regulator. The alt itself has just a grounding lug to the case, a positive terminal, and a plug that says "do not remove".
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-04-2017, 11:33
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

Soooo. We swopped the old Balmor alternator with a spare Delco Remy alternator we had on-board. Battery charging issue appears to resolved, but still no tach as the Delco has no port for the stater...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 09-04-2017, 11:10
Replies: 13
Views: 2,604
Posted By nknowland
Re: Mold

Vinegar. Your new best friend.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-04-2017, 10:02
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

When charging, the batteries (wet cell) are at 14.25. Not charging, 13.25,on their own. The engine hrs still count up. New bigger solar panel installed, but even disconnected, the tach still acts the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-04-2017, 09:49
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

Oops. See more below.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-04-2017, 07:17
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

Thanks. When the tach kicks off, the batteries are at about 13.0, so ok. And all diagnostics on regulator check out ok. I would like to think I don't have a problem, but, the batteries don't charge...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-04-2017, 09:19
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

How do I turn up the regulated float voltage??

Using more electricity does nothing (everything with a switch was turned on and still no tach).

Not sure about battery voltage when this happens....
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-04-2017, 08:22
Replies: 23
Views: 3,183
Posted By nknowland
Re: Tachometer cutting out with Xantrex regulator

We have the same issue with our Tach. However, putting load on the system does not cause the tach to come back on, nor does turning off the solar panel. And, while tach is offline, our batteries are...
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