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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-02-2024, 21:30
Replies: 22
Views: 19,498
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Yanmar 3YM30 Alternator Belt Replacement and Adjustment

When I upgraded to 100amp Balmar alternators, I found the standard V belts to be totally inadequate and personally I think Balmar is wrong to sell these alternators with a V-pulley. I made this...
Forum: Marine Electronics 08-02-2024, 00:55
Replies: 20
Views: 3,470
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Vesper Cortex: An Unpaid Review

I hate equipment that relies on smartphone availability, although it's more economical to avoid separate fixed displays. I should try to adapt to a dedicated smartphone which is always connected to...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 13-11-2023, 17:42
Replies: 23
Views: 3,978
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Drones on vessels

Can't help recalling a bad experience about 8 years ago. A US company was developing a truly waterproof compact drone and I saw this in the UK based Yachting World, which has a generally solid...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 20-10-2023, 19:30
Replies: 20
Views: 2,887
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Robertson Caine Catamaran Dismasted

True, and another factor which surely applies to cats in general is that simple cat rigs can never be tensioned fully, and are not designed to be - the bridgedeck will just bend. The result is plenty...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 11-08-2023, 00:58
Replies: 3
Views: 449
Posted By chris in SG
strange 12v wiring fault - advice?

I'm posting this more out of curiosity than need for solution. Some 12v experts might understand immediately but for me it's just strange..

Cabin lights and fresh water pumps on separate circuits...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 16-07-2023, 20:45
Replies: 3
Views: 590
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Yanmar SD20 seawater intake valve

I've "survived" because the seawater strainers are above the waterline and the valve itself is maybe 6" below the waterline, so the pressure is low. I've removed the hose when attempting to clear...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 16-07-2023, 18:13
Replies: 3
Views: 590
Posted By chris in SG
Yanmar SD20 seawater intake valve

I had my Yanmar 3YM30 engines and saildrives overhauled almost 10 years ago (seems like yesterday) and they have been mostly trouble-free. The mechanic who did the overhaul in Singapore did not touch...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 11-04-2023, 17:45
Replies: 27
Views: 1,881
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Exterior plastic window film for solar heat control

I have never seen film being applied to a vehicle, though no doubt there are youtube clips showing amazing dexterity and speed.

I'm happy to try the interior method but would prefer to add the...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 11-04-2023, 03:14
Replies: 27
Views: 1,881
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Exterior plastic window film for solar heat control

This is an old thread but we are always encouraged to search before starting a new thread so..

I have badly crazed acrylic wrap-around windows and need to replace two which are approx. 6ft x 4ft...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-04-2023, 03:36
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Outboards and saltwater

By chance, I started this thread just recently:

https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f117/2-stroke-outboard-partial-seize-271855.html

It seems to me the comments I received are relevant to your...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 06-04-2023, 02:39
Replies: 24
Views: 2,890
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Vesper Marine Vision2 smartAIS transponder

This is crazy. No offers? The Vision 2 is my favourite piece of equipment. Now they have stopped production and when mine finally dies, I will have to move on.. Maybe I should buy a spare?
...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 05-04-2023, 03:41
Replies: 59
Views: 14,149
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Nautitech build quality

I will just try to post one, which is relevant to 'forward-facing nav station'. I made many other changes, and I would encourage everyone not to be scared of trying this. If you look at the back of...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 04-04-2023, 03:09
Replies: 59
Views: 14,149
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Nautitech build quality

I own a 2004 Nautitech 40 (previous generation). There are some similarities with the new generation, particularly the helm positions of course. I assumed that the Bavaria take-over would have...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 25-03-2023, 17:19
Replies: 13
Views: 1,456
Posted By chris in SG
Re: 2 stroke outboard partial seize

Thanks guys, very helpful comments and rather sobering. Unfortunately the Yamaha Enduro 15 (2 stroke) does not have a flushing port. Perhaps this design is being phased out and flushing ports are a...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 25-03-2023, 01:32
Replies: 13
Views: 1,456
Posted By chris in SG
Re: 2 stroke outboard partial seize

To quote Oscar Wilde "The one thing worse than being talked about, is NOT being talked about".

At the risk of abuse from members who have kindly 'zipped' mouths, thinking "If this guy doesnt know...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 10-03-2023, 21:39
Replies: 13
Views: 1,456
Posted By chris in SG
Re: 2 stroke outboard partial seize

Thanks for the helpful suggestions. I thought it might be useful to follow-up and ask a more general question about flushing of outboards whilst cruising!

I opted for a professional rebuild and it...
Forum: Marine Electronics 04-02-2023, 01:07
Replies: 36
Views: 4,753
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Vesper WatchMate XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder

I am pasting the text from a marketing email from Milltech Marine. Could not make a full link work:


"XB-8000 End of an Era
After 10+ years we say goodbye to the Vesper XB series, including...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 07-01-2023, 23:46
Replies: 13
Views: 1,456
Posted By chris in SG
2 stroke outboard partial seize

My Yamaha Enduro 15 (2 stroke) is only 2 years old. It was used daily until about 6 months ago when I stopped cruising and did some freelance work. When I finally remembered that I should have been...
Forum: Marine Electronics 28-12-2022, 01:58
Replies: 36
Views: 4,753
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Vesper WatchMate XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder

It's tragic that this amazing feature might soon be lost. I just casually checked the Cortex brochure and was pleased to see that the "breadcrumb" anchor watch feature has been carried over to...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 24-11-2022, 01:52
Replies: 20
Views: 5,197
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Other dinghy brands

Thanks for the advice. I found another thread "PVC vs Hypalon in the Tropics?" which has more views and no clear winner (unless you ignore price totally)..
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 23-11-2022, 22:25
Replies: 20
Views: 5,197
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Other dinghy brands

My 9ft AB RIB (hypalon) is 8 years old and failing fast. In the Philippines there is a good Highfield agency. They have quoted me in USD for a UL290 - $2,250 for PVC and $3750 for hypalon. I knew...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 15-10-2022, 15:37
Replies: 17
Views: 7,020
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Anyone have/had a Nautitech 40?

I live onboard so I just took some measurements. Basically, 1.90m in cockpit, living space and cabins. Door frames are 1.80m. Ohh, and 1.85m in the heads.

Let me know if you have any other...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-08-2022, 17:11
Replies: 28
Views: 2,557
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Waste mixed with incoming seawater on jabsco manual toilet

Apologies, I didn't see this reply..
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-08-2022, 17:07
Replies: 28
Views: 2,557
Posted By chris in SG
Re: Waste mixed with incoming seawater on jabsco manual toilet

Congrats to Wholybee for asking the right question. I would bet that the OP was discharging overboard and the seawater intake is too close to the discharge (as is usual). I would also bet that...
Forum: OpenCPN 29-07-2022, 18:19
Replies: 10
Views: 3,055
Posted By chris in SG
Re: OpenCPN, AIS over wifi - How to proceed?

"I had actually settled on the Vesper XB-8000 smartAIS, but as I were about to order I was told by the importer that Vesper was bought by Garmin, who killed the Vesper brand and stopped all...
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