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Forum: Mantus Anchors 14-08-2013, 08:12
Replies: 475
Views: 60,498
Posted By miatapaul
Re: August Giveaway: Mantus Makes Another Great Offer!

awesome offer!

65 lbs Galvanized Steel Mantus Anchor - (https://mantusanchors.com/purchase-online/galvanized-steel-anchors/65-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/)

I say go big or go home!
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 10-09-2012, 16:26
Replies: 15
Views: 7,098
Posted By miatapaul
Re: New Found Metals: TRI-Matrix Ports

I know this thread is a bit old, but I am looking at these ports as well. I have never heard anything bad about them, except for some one that they were too big for his side decks. Has anyone else...
Forum: OpenCPN 21-07-2012, 14:50
Replies: 14
Views: 3,836
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Back to failure with raspberry pi and compiling

I will keep an eye on this as I think the Raspberry has a great potential for this, plus I have a touch screen just looking for a project. (it even has 12 volt input) So I almost have a chart...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 05-10-2011, 17:27
Replies: 112
Views: 18,128
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Best Single Liveaboard Tip

I have one and think if they were better made, they would be awesome! I used it in a small apartment. The problem is they are made of cheap plastic, and the seal is made of a fairly hard material and...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-08-2011, 19:01
Replies: 5
Views: 10,537
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Islander 37

I went through most of the the posts, but did not find much that was swaying me strongly one way or the other. The owner reviews are glowing,(but I think that is true on most boats as the one you...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-08-2011, 15:02
Replies: 5
Views: 10,537
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Islander 37

I am not convinced that it is original, just that he has not changed it. I will plan on changing it no matter what, and will reflect that in my offers!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 02-08-2011, 07:24
Replies: 5
Views: 10,537
Posted By miatapaul
Islander 37

OK I am on the hunt again. I have found an Islander 37 for sale for a good price and is actually a good bit below my price range, but it will need some work. He says standing rigging is original...
Forum: Our Community 09-05-2011, 13:05
Replies: 108
Views: 26,868
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Bullying on the Waterway ( Sunset Lake, Miami )

That is pure beauty right there.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 02-04-2011, 10:58
Replies: 23
Views: 28,029
Posted By miatapaul
Re: Curtains

I think I saw some blog, not sure what one (sorry I can't give credit where credit is due) that they used microfiber mop head covers and they just got stretched over the port kind of like a sock....
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 18-02-2011, 07:16
Replies: 18
Views: 80,864
Posted By miatapaul
Just about every thrift shop or Salvation Army...

Just about every thrift shop or Salvation Army has electric knives for like $2. Back in the 60's I think every couple got one as a wedding gift, but never used them! I think my parents had at least...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 07-02-2011, 11:44
Replies: 29
Views: 9,620
Posted By miatapaul
I have seen some good 12 volt blenders made for...

I have seen some good 12 volt blenders made for talegating. But kind of pricey.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 04-02-2011, 15:16
Replies: 7
Views: 3,891
Posted By miatapaul
Do you use it for hot water in the summer? I am...

Do you use it for hot water in the summer? I am looking at a boat that needs a new hot water heater, and does not have a heating system. This could kill two birds with one stone for me. Interesting.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 04-02-2011, 15:08
Replies: 164
Views: 16,853
Posted By miatapaul
Have you tried to buff a hull, not exactly the...

Have you tried to buff a hull, not exactly the easiest thing. Hours holding a heavy buffer up over your head. Also remember they are likely in about a similar position of depression you are about...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 04-02-2011, 11:18
Replies: 29
Views: 9,620
Posted By miatapaul
Check out a truck stop. May seem a strange place...

Check out a truck stop. May seem a strange place to get apliances, but they have most kitchen appliances available in 12 volt. They have toasters, small ovens, TVs DVD players and they are all...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 21-12-2010, 09:59
Replies: 57
Views: 8,621
Posted By miatapaul
A good rinse is a good idea. At home I use a...

A good rinse is a good idea. At home I use a wonder wash and a spin drier, but this looks like it is good for one person. I could live without the wonder wash as it is really not much more effective...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 21-12-2010, 09:36
Replies: 18
Views: 80,864
Posted By miatapaul
If you are on a budget you can cut one of these...

If you are on a budget you can cut one of these to fit. Get an electric knife from a thrift store and go to it. It has 3 layers so you can try different combination's.

Queen-size 8-inch Accu-Gold...
Forum: Marine Electronics 08-06-2010, 18:02
Replies: 6
Views: 3,631
Posted By miatapaul
Another thing is that you may want to make sure...

Another thing is that you may want to make sure they are the same model that is available through the local distributor, as you may need some parts such as cables and if it is for a model they never...
Forum: Marine Electronics 08-06-2010, 10:45
Replies: 6
Views: 3,631
Posted By miatapaul
I don't see how you could expect a distributor to...

I don't see how you could expect a distributor to support equipment that they did not import. They may not have the correct parts for the devices. When they determine there price point they are...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 24-11-2009, 09:12
Replies: 47
Views: 12,660
Posted By miatapaul
as far as live-aboard RVers all you have to do is...

as far as live-aboard RVers all you have to do is drive by a Wal-Mart at night. We seem to have some folks that seem to be in small van based RVs that move from Wal-Mart to Wal-Mart. One in my area...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 20-03-2009, 12:55
Replies: 88
Views: 30,990
Posted By miatapaul
While I think the 10% of net worth is a bit...

While I think the 10% of net worth is a bit unrealistic. I think the following advice is very bad. Rental properties are rarely profitable, unless you buy them at fire sale prices do no maintain them...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-03-2007, 12:43
Replies: 42
Views: 21,705
Posted By miatapaul
What about cars? I guess I should ask my...

What about cars? I guess I should ask my daughter, but she is in the middle of moving and I am sure she is going crazy. I am sure she is not up on RI taxes.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-03-2007, 09:26
Replies: 42
Views: 21,705
Posted By miatapaul
I have found this thread very helpful! I am...

I have found this thread very helpful! I am looking to move to the aria, and am hoping to liveabord. I am looking to be close to the Wallingford aria, as my daughter lives there. (just got married,...
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