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Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 07-08-2023, 19:14
Replies: 38
Views: 4,611
Posted By wesevans
Re: insurance

Contact Brown and Brown marine insurance Ft. Lauderdale
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-04-2023, 14:59
Replies: 48
Views: 7,032
Posted By wesevans
Re: Not the keel I was expecting

6'3" should not be a hindrance in Florida or the Bahamas. There are some places you will have to watch the tide and others you will have to mind the channel. You can ground with 5'6" if not careful....
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-04-2023, 14:50
Replies: 83
Views: 7,448
Posted By wesevans
Re: Bottom paint pollution and the case for having a naked bottom

You might get away with out bottom paint in fresh water. You will not in salt water especially in warmer regions. It is not necessarily pollution but warm salt water is host to barnacles and tube...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-10-2022, 19:20
Replies: 69
Views: 8,186
Posted By wesevans
Re: Running a 12V VHF Radio off a 24V system?

All you need is a step down voltage regulator/ convertor can be purchased on Amazon. $20 to $50. It is a common item on 24 volt boats.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-10-2022, 18:23
Replies: 69
Views: 8,186
Posted By wesevans
Re: Running a 12V VHF Radio off a 24V system?

Yes you need to install a step down converter. This is not uncommon on boats over 50'
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-10-2022, 18:06
Replies: 323
Views: 64,818
Posted By wesevans
Re: Day Shapes while Anchoring

Most pleasure craft under 60' do not comply with this regulation.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 22-07-2022, 15:32
Replies: 25
Views: 2,544
Posted By wesevans
Re: Boat lender as insurance "loss payee", is it ok?

That the lender requires that they be a named insured is standard if the boat is the collateral for the loan.
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 09-07-2022, 18:49
Replies: 26
Views: 3,019
Posted By wesevans
Re: First Boat Purchase - Need Advice!

Charter the type of boat you think you are interested in for a couple of weeks. Until you have some experience hold off on exotic electric power

sources. find out what works for you. what you are...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 17-06-2022, 19:22
Replies: 68
Views: 8,535
Posted By wesevans
Re: Wheelchair-bound and living-aboard, is it possible?

Years ago I met a man who had lost legs at the thy and he sailed. It can be done with enough planing and boat modification. Marinas are another issue but ones with wheel chair friendly do exist.
Forum: Americas 12-06-2022, 20:15
Replies: 14
Views: 1,875
Posted By wesevans
Re: Port Everglades to Key West to Punta Gorda

If worried about air draft wait for low tide at bridge on channel 5 and do that

during daylight. big problem is the crab traps or lobster pots.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 26-05-2022, 19:50
Replies: 42
Views: 7,225
Posted By wesevans
Re: Bahamas - Treasure Cay and Great Guana

Years ago beer was always expensive in the Bahamas and we would take cases of beer with us. Rum was always cheaper. fuel was two or more times the price US.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 25-04-2022, 16:28
Replies: 75
Views: 11,137
Posted By wesevans
Re: Is a dodger a necessity?

Dodgers are not hard to install. If you are more than day sailing or day racing you will want one.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 08-04-2022, 19:06
Replies: 41
Views: 5,481
Posted By wesevans
Re: diesel stored 2 years with stabilizer and biocide, should I drain and clean tanks

If it was me I would have the fuel polished. That should give you a clew and clean fuel.
Forum: Navigation 28-03-2022, 19:18
Replies: 34
Views: 3,931
Posted By wesevans
Re: West End to Man O War

Follow the inter island ferry runs a regular schedule MOW to Marsh Harbour.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 07-03-2022, 07:16
Replies: 34
Views: 9,643
Posted By wesevans
Re: Elegant Reefing Solutions

I have had and done time at sea with most the reefing systems from lazy jacks to boom reefing. From my experience I much prefer in the in mast roller furling for cruising. Sails can be handled from...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-01-2022, 18:19
Replies: 51
Views: 6,601
Posted By wesevans
Re: Sloop to Ketch conversion

Ever consider the yawl? much less to modify.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 21-01-2022, 19:08
Replies: 63
Views: 16,384
Posted By wesevans
Re: Sailing Downwind Offshore - how to stop rolling ?

Try tacking off the wind first to port then to starboard. Adds some distance but the better ride will be worth it.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-01-2022, 18:09
Replies: 149
Views: 20,204
Posted By wesevans
Re: What hp to re-power a 38ft sailboat?

Do not under power. rule of thumb hull speed at 80% of rated power. Do not over prop it will not help or improve range under power. 25 HP does not sound like enough but it depends on hull, weight...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 10-01-2022, 17:51
Replies: 98
Views: 11,188
Posted By wesevans
Re: Crew Management -- Medium Sized Crew

I suggest that sail be reduced for hours of dark. the time it takes to cross should give time to train non sailors to stand night watch.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-01-2022, 17:12
Replies: 23
Views: 3,921
Posted By wesevans
Re: Are Potable Water and Diesel Fuel Tanks Manufactured in GRP Safe?

I have owned both power and sail boats with GRP fuel and water tanks. I had no problems and think they are superior to metal. Hatteras and Flemming both top quality yacht maker use GPR for tanks. The...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 11-12-2021, 14:41
Replies: 86
Views: 11,363
Posted By wesevans
Re: Honest and knowledgeable opinions, keep current boat or change to older heavier?

I would op for the larger boat will be more comfortable. the extra length of water line will give you more speed. Comfort at sea and in port are important! Center cockpit boats are a plus if you...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-12-2021, 17:39
Replies: 48
Views: 6,850
Posted By wesevans
Re: Where to put a 20m steel yacht on the hardstand?

Purchase your own lot?
Forum: General Sailing Forum 29-10-2021, 18:03
Replies: 120
Views: 19,464
Posted By wesevans
Re: Ooops..nuclear sub hits underwater object

what is visible to a satellite looking straight down may not be visible to the bridge of a ship.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 29-10-2021, 18:01
Replies: 120
Views: 19,464
Posted By wesevans
Re: Ooops..nuclear sub hits underwater object

what is seen from a satellite looking straight down may not be so visible from the bridge of a ship.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-10-2021, 19:39
Replies: 120
Views: 19,464
Posted By wesevans
Re: Ooops..nuclear sub hits underwater object

Could be an uncharted seamount. There has been a lot of volcanic activity in that area.
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