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Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 29-08-2014, 15:25
Replies: 25
Views: 9,065
Posted By geoffh
Re: Yellow Flame on Propane Force 10

Unfortunatly they are not all the same size, the thread sizes may be the same but not the orifice size. Some injectors have the size stamped into them, often in mm.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-06-2013, 23:46
Replies: 29
Views: 5,076
Posted By geoffh
Re: Propane LPG tanks in Australia

There is an online supplier called Outback Marine selling stainless steel in your size for $330.
Cheers
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 27-06-2013, 23:36
Replies: 12
Views: 4,561
Posted By geoffh
Re: Rigid PVC or Flex for Head Plumbing

I agree that 1 1/2" (40mm in Aust) is the way to go but I would recommend you buy pipe and fittings from the plumbing store. It is easy to measure, cut and glue, just one tip though, apply glue to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-05-2013, 02:43
Replies: 15
Views: 6,309
Posted By geoffh
Re: Galveston Vagabond 47 on Ebay

You have jagged yourself a beauty!! Good on you, hope the repairs go smoothly
Forum: General Sailing Forum 27-05-2013, 02:13
Replies: 23
Views: 8,741
Posted By geoffh
Re: who needs jib sheet winches?

I rarely use my winches on my 26', but I would definitely keep my winches, I think you need them in a blow at least. I too luff up to ease pressure on the sheets, but as an ex racer I do like to...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-05-2013, 02:00
Replies: 9
Views: 1,576
Posted By geoffh
Re: Yanking a lower helm

I would also encourage you to keep the lower helm position, I've spent a fair bit of time on my mates' 55' power cat and I think life would be a bit difficult without the lower helm position.Just...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 26-05-2013, 01:53
Replies: 25
Views: 9,065
Posted By geoffh
Re: Yellow Flame on Propane Force 10

My guess is, you have damaged the injector, they are very small for propane probably around .1mm in diameter. If you are sure the mixer tube(from injector to burner) is free of debris, the burners...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 15-05-2013, 02:18
Replies: 10
Views: 1,460
Posted By geoffh
Re: Air in water system problem

A faulty check valve(non return valve) is another common problem with pressure systems. This should be fitted next to pump and it's role is to maintain the pressure once the pump has reached it's...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-03-2013, 00:16
Replies: 11
Views: 11,223
Posted By geoffh
Re: 34 years of using CPES

Thank you Bill for your opinion on CPES, as a tradesman and wooden boat owner, I have often had a lingering doubt as to whether I should have replaced or treated wood. I guess all repair work is...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-02-2013, 22:47
Replies: 8
Views: 8,071
Posted By geoffh
Re: Walk on solar panel?

Mine is on the lazarette, I try not to walk on it but I do from time to time ,hasn't stopped it from working, but can't be doing it any good
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-02-2013, 22:40
Replies: 77
Views: 6,719
Posted By geoffh
Re: Drilling SS question.

I use 'Rapid Tap' heavy duty cutting fluid, it is a small yellow can 4fl oz or 118ml.It has worked well for me , drilling or cutting threads. Cheers
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-02-2013, 18:37
Replies: 30
Views: 4,812
Posted By geoffh
Re: What is the Black Fitting in this Sink Drain?

I use PVC with confidence(out of the sun) but I do agree with others that a flexible coupling be used at the seacock/thru hull.A tip I could offer is to use plumbers tape on your threaded joints, but...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-02-2013, 00:22
Replies: 7
Views: 1,422
Posted By geoffh
Re: Automatic bilge pumps

Popular opinion seems to be, have seperate pump and water level/auto switch wired. The auto bilge pump combo seems to give trouble.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 23-02-2013, 19:39
Replies: 7
Views: 23,790
Posted By geoffh
Re: Does Anyone Use a Pressure Washer Underwater?

I'm sure the pressure washer would work under water, but could you control it from a floating dinghy?Would it take off too much antifoul ? Perhaps you could try it with the wand running on...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 22-02-2013, 23:08
Replies: 160
Views: 116,677
Posted By geoffh
Re: Rule Bilge Pump Float Switch Problems

Thanks for this thread, I'm just about to replace my auto bilge pump, battery and solar. So it looks like I'd better put a bit more research into this project !
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 22-02-2013, 19:20
Replies: 46
Views: 13,555
Posted By geoffh
Re: Holding Tank Hose

Just another tip when making your plumbing joints, remember to keep the inside bore of the pipe clean and burr free, I usually cut my pipe with a hacksaw which means I leave a burr. I often just use...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-02-2013, 03:18
Replies: 23
Views: 4,124
Posted By geoffh
Re: Hull scraping

Give it a go yourself, your boat has a fin keel and spade rudder so it's not a huge wetted surface.You will be surprised that heavy looking growth will come off relatively easy. I've used a 2" and 3"...
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 20-02-2013, 23:44
Replies: 69
Views: 39,615
Posted By geoffh
Re: Online Celestial Navigation Course

To anyone who chooses to learn celestial and/or coastal navigation I say good on you, for being both interested in, and practicing safe boating.When I did celestial nav, our class learnt to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-02-2013, 23:50
Replies: 4
Views: 4,068
Posted By geoffh
Re: Triton 26

I used to race and cruise on a Triton 24 for several years, they are a great boat. I've sailed up and down the NSW coast several times as well nad they are quite capable offshore. I think most are...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-02-2013, 23:16
Replies: 33
Views: 3,454
Posted By geoffh
Re: Four stroke 5-6hp for 25' SV, which make?

I would have looked seriously at a propane outboard, when I purchased my Tohatsu. I had a propane Ford V8 several years back and it was reliable, clean and economical. I think propane outboards would...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-02-2013, 04:33
Replies: 33
Views: 3,454
Posted By geoffh
Re: Four stroke 5-6hp for 25' SV, which make?

I'm using a Tohatsu 6hp four stroke. It has always been easy to start(cold) but has been difficult to start when hot, I'm used to it so it's no great problem. My mechanic gave me advice to store and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 11-06-2012, 05:57
Replies: 81
Views: 62,655
Posted By geoffh
Re: Which small outboard is most reliable

Another tick for Tohatsu, I have a 6hp 4 stroke it's five years old and starts first time, couldn't ask for anything more than that
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-06-2012, 21:05
Replies: 31
Views: 26,961
Posted By geoffh
Re: Battery Charging While on Shore Power

Yes good advice Paul, it surprises me how many get that wrong !

Geoff
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-06-2012, 20:26
Replies: 31
Views: 26,961
Posted By geoffh
Re: Battery Charging While on Shore Power

I lived from 1999 to 2005 with a battery bank of 10, and have heard so conflicting advice.
But one piece of advice I can offer is to change the order in which your batteries sit in the bank, so that...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 01-06-2012, 23:08
Replies: 2
Views: 1,141
Posted By geoffh
Re: Varnish in the Heat

I can only offer one solution,buy a sewing machine! I have to paint and varnish my wooden yacht in the near future and I am going to make some good canvas covers to keep it looking its best for...
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