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Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 01-05-2021, 04:17
Replies: 7
Views: 1,074
Posted By Tar34
Re: Hookah Compression Confusion

Jammer: Thanks for following.

All: Replaced compressor. Current compressor gives 2.7 CFM @90psi. It’s is an oil less pump with 6gal tank. I’ve added an inline 5micron particulate/water separator...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 28-04-2021, 15:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,074
Posted By Tar34
Hookah Compression Confusion

Setting up first Hookah for shallow dive hull maintenance. I chose and off the shelf compressor, a Senco PC1010N. My regulator is an XS SCUBA RG303 rated 50-80psi. This compressor apparently has no...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 24-04-2021, 22:27
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

Happy ending. All is secure, the Alden crew are back in command, gracious and thankful. As for myself, I did what I had to do to secure both vessels. All options and criticisms tendered humbly...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 24-04-2021, 09:32
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

Bite my tongue! I asked for it. Advice I mean. All the options offered have been applied many times over the years. Single handing requires it. Truth be told, a neglected foul bottom and damaged...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 24-04-2021, 06:20
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

Video: https://www.dropbox.com/s/en4pcwq0gn58dlv/IMG_7017.MOV?dl=0
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 24-04-2021, 05:58
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

You went aboard the other boat???

Perhaps I’m not being clear. The Alden anchored on top of me while I was ashore. I’m not trying to be a dick and stand at all costs on principal. 60 years on the...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 24-04-2021, 03:28
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

05:50. It’s almost high tide and calm. The Alberg is ahead of me but within my circle of swing as the tide changes and current reverses. As I said in the OP, I am not in a position to move with my...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 23-04-2021, 21:08
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Re: Anchored Too Close

The boat is very nice and well put together Alberg 37. Heavy and deep draft. The Alberg drifted to inside 10’ before I decided to act. Got in dinghy, didn’t have to start motor and pulled along side...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 23-04-2021, 19:46
Replies: 60
Views: 6,098
Posted By Tar34
Anchored Too Close

I’m currently anchored in a tidal river. I have been visiting for several weeks. There is strong tidal current with exposure and fetch from the south, south east. Gales are predicted tomorrow from...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 10-08-2020, 19:26
Replies: 7
Views: 737
Posted By Tar34
Re: Free Stuff on my Anchor

[QUOTE=JPA Cate;3205643]Funny, they don't hold very well like that, do they?!

Lots of evidence of previous activity around anchorages that have been in use for hundreds of years. Most of that...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 10-08-2020, 12:04
Replies: 7
Views: 737
Posted By Tar34
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-03-2017, 11:21
Replies: 30
Views: 11,862
Posted By Tar34
Re: Advice on Westerbeke parts

I have a Westerbeke 46. Is this the Mitsubishi 4DQ5? I would like to acquire a spare raw water pump but all my attempts to find a pump outside of Westerbeke themselves has been a failure. Retail from...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-03-2017, 11:05
Replies: 4
Views: 1,495
Posted By Tar34
Re: Tartan 34 Classic Centerboard

you can try to ask here: Tartan 34 Classic Association – the Phoenix Forum :: T34C Tech Forum (https://www.tartan34forum.com/list.php?1)
Forum: Weather | Gear, Reports and Resources 14-03-2017, 10:45
Replies: 36
Views: 10,254
Posted By Tar34
Re: Reliability of Wind Predictions

I have had excellent results with Sail Flow
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/15289336/WFTS%20Photos/File%20Mar%2014%2C%2013%2041%2018.jpeg
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-03-2017, 10:31
Replies: 4
Views: 1,495
Posted By Tar34
Re: Tartan 34 Classic Centerboard

Where are you located? Perhaps I can put you in touch with someone who can help?
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 06-06-2015, 07:10
Replies: 23
Views: 5,966
Posted By Tar34
Re: USCG Documentation Issues

Why not use a Documentation Service? Probably would save time and money in the long run. Let them deal with the bureaucracy.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-11-2014, 17:31
Replies: 3
Views: 2,069
Posted By Tar34
Propane Outboard Fire Potential

I thought I would give some first hand experience with the Lehr propane outboard. The engine is used to push a 18ft Marshal Cat Boat. I was helping a friend move the boat across the river for winter...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 11-11-2014, 17:01
Replies: 79
Views: 21,138
Posted By Tar34
Re: Propane Outboards Fire Potential

I thought I would give some first hand experience with the Lehr propane outboard. The engine is used to push a 18ft Marshal Cat Boat. I was helping a friend move the boat across the river for winter ...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 26-06-2014, 07:18
Replies: 60
Views: 9,238
Posted By Tar34
Re: Owner refuses to pay crew, need advice

20 years ago I delivered a boat to from Hilton Head SC to Solomon's Island, MD.
It was a very late season delivery as I remember. I don't remember the the amount I charged and the arrangements were...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 23-06-2014, 10:54
Replies: 54
Views: 17,720
Posted By Tar34
Re: No fuel gauge -- what approach would you take?

If your lucky, there will be an inspection plate on top of the tank. Remove the plate and install this on it.
Moeller Mechanical Fuel Sender with Gauge...
Forum: Our Community 01-04-2014, 15:52
Replies: 48
Views: 6,627
Posted By Tar34
Re: Forum seized by Federal Authorities???

You're kidding right? We're all criminals in the eyes of the State. It's all one big Criminal Investigation Division.
Forum: Our Community 01-04-2014, 11:44
Replies: 48
Views: 6,627
Posted By Tar34
Re: Forum seized by Federal Authorities???

What's today's date? Funny, Democrat Leyland Yee's website is still up.I guess gun running doesn't rise to the level to invoke seizure.....
Forum: OpenCPN 31-03-2014, 18:08
Replies: 4
Views: 2,604
Posted By Tar34
Re: Windows Phone - OpenCPN file type not supported

Go here to get an answer
OpenCPN on android devices! - Cruising Anarchy - Sailing Anarchy Forums (https://forums.sailinganarchy.com/index.php?showtopic=147549)
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-03-2014, 06:24
Replies: 3
Views: 2,247
Posted By Tar34
Re: Yacht Specialties Pedestal Brake

Thanks for the link. Nothing to lose here...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-03-2014, 05:54
Replies: 3
Views: 2,247
Posted By Tar34
Yacht Specialties Pedestal Brake

I am asking here if anyone has experience with the older Yacht Specialties Pedestal circa 1975. This pedestal is installed on my Tartan 34C. The pedestal itself is in great condition including the...
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