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Forum: Marine Electronics 15-10-2020, 09:13
Replies: 5
Views: 1,864
Posted By joehixon
Re: Raymarine ST1 & STNg system - Wind and Depth data issue

I have a similar issue. My bridge from ST1 to NMEA200 occurs between the older ray marine gear and my chart plotter. I have to boot the chart plotter first and then power up the ray marine gear. ...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 16-12-2019, 18:12
Replies: 33
Views: 72,170
Posted By joehixon
Re: Building my own davits

I had he same reluctance to spend more than a boat unit on davits for my 33 foot sloop. Then I discovered Dinghy Rings. This rig hangs from your stern with two rings that fit the rear points of...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-04-2019, 09:40
Replies: 6
Views: 721
Posted By joehixon
low voltage reading

My 12 volt voltage meter on the panel is unstable and reads low (9-11 volts). The output of the circuit to my inverter reads 12 volts. Measured with my crude analog volt meter...

I replaced the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 05-11-2018, 12:58
Replies: 21
Views: 2,804
Posted By joehixon
Re: charging both batteries A+B using solar

Can you leave your solar charge controller connected while the engine is running the alternator?
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 15-05-2018, 16:28
Replies: 7
Views: 8,994
Posted By joehixon
South Atlantic 440 Self Steering Wind Vane $1,000

For sale: South Atlantic Self Steering Wind Vane. 440 $1,000 plus shipping

Description.
It is a servo-pendulum windvane. It is the most widely proven principle for a windvane. This principle...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 15-05-2018, 16:20
Replies: 5
Views: 1,004
Posted By joehixon
Re: WANTED:WIND VANE 36 FT LOD SLOOP

I have a South Atlantic 440 I just took off of the boat. A complete unit. I'd sell it for $1000 plus shipping.

Joe Hixon
425 772 7299
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 20-01-2018, 17:04
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By joehixon
Re: Self Steering Windvane - South Atlantic 440 S

I haven't sold it yet. I haven't had time to take and post pictures yet.
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 15-01-2018, 13:40
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By joehixon
Re: Self Steering Windvane - South Atlantic 440 S

I purchased the unit in 2014.

When you install you will route control lines from the vane to your wheel or tiller. Distance doesn't much matter if you use low stretch line. Friction does matter...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 12-01-2018, 10:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By joehixon
Re: Self Steering Windvane - South Atlantic 440 S

The vane is still available. I will take a few pictures this weekend and post them. It's in very good condition. You may want to hit the rudder with some new bottom paint when you install it. ...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 06-01-2018, 22:30
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By joehixon
Re: Self Steering Windvane - South Atlantic 440 S

You will have to install a couple of blocks, but that's pretty much it. I have an installation manual, and the manufacturer is very responsive to inquiries.
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 05-01-2018, 11:00
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By joehixon
Self Steering Windvane - South Atlantic 440 S

I just pulled the windvane off of my boat as my long haul cruising days are over. It's South Atlantic 440 S with a wheel adapter. Once you learn to balance your sails, this device works pretty...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-01-2016, 14:38
Replies: 1
Views: 849
Posted By joehixon
Hooking up battery float charger

I am led to understand that keeping your batteries topped up is healthier than recharging them. I have purchased a simple float charger to keep them topped up. I have two banks (starter and house)...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-12-2015, 15:45
Replies: 2
Views: 849
Posted By joehixon
Fixen this old stove

I'm not prone to buying new things. I'd rather fix the old if I can. To me it's a great part of the sport. So I want to fix this old stove.

First of all, what is it? I've searched extensively...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 21-12-2014, 13:02
Replies: 17
Views: 4,490
Posted By joehixon
Re: Ocean Review CPT wheel pilot

I have one on my 33' Yorktown and love it so far.

What have you learned about the settings for various conditions? Share your settings learning curve please.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 03-04-2012, 22:02
Replies: 30
Views: 5,109
Posted By joehixon
Re: Capehorn Windvane Group Discount ?

I would go in on a Jean du Sud. If I pay all up front, is there still a production delay?
Forum: Classifieds Archive 19-02-2012, 10:44
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By joehixon
Re: Mainsail Luff 31.25 $450 Firm plus Actual Shipping

This item has sold. I will try to figure out how to remove it from the forum.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 17-02-2012, 11:15
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By joehixon
Re: Mainsail Luff 31.25 $450 Firm plus Actual Shipping

UPS 5-day ground, $35.

Joe Hixon
206 963 0854
Forum: Classifieds Archive 16-02-2012, 15:10
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By joehixon
Re: Mainsail luff 31.25 $450 firm plus actual shipping

Hey thanks for the note:

The boat in the picture that I have the sail on is a Yorktown 33. That's why it's not a good fit. The boat looked like it was wearing peddle pushers. sliding goose-neck...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 28-01-2012, 10:43
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By joehixon
Mainsail Luff 31.25 $450 Firm plus Actual Shipping

Mainsail from an Ericson 32 std rig. :viking: luff is 31.25, leech 33.5, foot 12.7, area 222sf, weight 7oz. Condition is 8 out of 10. Used one season - just not a good fit for my boat (see the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-11-2011, 12:34
Replies: 47
Views: 53,589
Posted By joehixon
Re: Yorktown Sailboats

We bought a Yorktown 33 from a charity auction for about $.21/pound. I figure with 5k of lead in the keel I'm ahead of the game. I repowered it with a Perkins 4108 off of Ebay for about $3k. What...
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