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Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-11-2013, 07:29
Replies: 37
Views: 5,299
Posted By caribnsol
I just sat out some nasty weather on the mooring...

I just sat out some nasty weather on the mooring ball at Titusville. When I left I came down to Cocoa, there is a courtesy dock you can tie up a for three hours and the Anchorage isn't bad. In cocoa...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 17-10-2013, 17:36
Replies: 18
Views: 5,013
Posted By caribnsol
Boathouse Marina on the Potomac at Colonial...

Boathouse Marina on the Potomac at Colonial Beach. Very reasonable. I hauled my 34ft for about $300 with a week on the hard. My labor and supplies.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2013, 10:25
Replies: 13
Views: 8,699
Posted By caribnsol
I couldnt figure out what the problem was. Did...

I couldnt figure out what the problem was. Did some additional reading and came across someone who had a similar issue and the cause was engine was getting enough fuel to run in neutral, but not...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2013, 08:32
Replies: 13
Views: 8,699
Posted By caribnsol
My mistake too many zeros.... It idles around...

My mistake too many zeros.... It idles around 1200. Checked fluid in gearbox, level is fine

I have edit out the extra zeros
Pete
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2013, 08:13
Replies: 13
Views: 8,699
Posted By caribnsol
When I start it with the throttle wide open, RPMs...

When I start it with the throttle wide open, RPMs go up around 3000 then I back down to about 20 while it gets warm. It Idles around 1300
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2013, 07:36
Replies: 13
Views: 8,699
Posted By caribnsol
I checked the prop and shaft again. No line etc....

I checked the prop and shaft again. No line etc. little but of growth, I had divers clean hill in April. I cleaned prop and shaft.

Started fine, RPMs are fine in neutral, let it warm up, put in...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2013, 06:04
Replies: 13
Views: 8,699
Posted By caribnsol
engine stalls when put in gear

I have a Volvo Penta model 2003. Wind died an I had to shift to motoring. While motoring engine would not run above 2000 RPMs. I was only getting 3 knots vice the usual 5 or so. I anchored and...
Forum: Cruising News & Events 11-04-2013, 06:35
Replies: 28
Views: 4,151
Posted By caribnsol
Re: US to introduce "BlueWater" cruising tax (in 2014?)

I did realize it was April fools. Just showing how close to reality the joke was.
Forum: Cruising News & Events 11-04-2013, 03:33
Replies: 28
Views: 4,151
Posted By caribnsol
Re: US to introduce "BlueWater" cruising tax (in 2014?)

Once again, this looms its ugly head in my area. Will Va. Beach boaters ship out over tax proposal? | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-03-2013, 16:00
Replies: 10
Views: 2,251
Posted By caribnsol
Re: Through hull valve stuck, am I missing something? Suggestions?

if the valve won't move and it is capped like that, might not want to remove the cap while in the water.....just sayin... :)
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 27-03-2013, 07:44
Replies: 16
Views: 9,166
Posted By caribnsol
Re: Anyone trailing a handline in the PNW for Salmon?

I don't know if this will work for salmon or not. A few years ago I attended a seminar given by a professional fisherman who was giving tips for trolling from a sailboat during a passage. He...
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 08-01-2009, 07:54
Replies: 22
Views: 4,749
Posted By caribnsol
Subguy, I am a retired subguy in Norfolk....

Subguy,

I am a retired subguy in Norfolk. Couple of recommendations, first join the Norfolk Naval Sailing Association at the marina on NOB. Cheap, I think $25 per year, we meet once a month,...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 02-01-2009, 07:58
Replies: 17
Views: 4,391
Posted By caribnsol
We have a 20" lcd/dvd combo unit, wall mounted,...

We have a 20" lcd/dvd combo unit, wall mounted, plug into the stereo for surround. Unit was fairly cheap, less that $250. Keep digging throughthe $2 & $5 buckets at Walmart to build the library. I...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-01-2009, 07:50
Replies: 16
Views: 5,317
Posted By caribnsol
depending, but that sounds about right. I was...

depending, but that sounds about right. I was averaging 6-7 knots. Getting in and out of there is real easy too. Turn just after the bridge/tunnel, parallel the bridge, then dogleg left into the bay.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 02-01-2009, 07:42
Replies: 18
Views: 23,623
Posted By caribnsol
I have one also, to be able to access the engine...

I have one also, to be able to access the engine compartment under the mattress, I left a section of the froli system disconnected from the rest. When I lift the mattress, I could pull out the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-01-2009, 07:34
Replies: 16
Views: 5,317
Posted By caribnsol
Where are heading ?? I brought my boat down from...

Where are heading ?? I brought my boat down from deltaville, motor sailed wanted to do it in one day and reach the marine before dark, took 7-8 hours to get to Scotts Creek (across from Norfolk...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-01-2009, 07:19
Replies: 16
Views: 5,317
Posted By caribnsol
A little before Back River is Mobjack Bay, there...

A little before Back River is Mobjack Bay, there are a few rivers right off of there that have very nice anchorages. Also across from Hampton is Willoughby Bay, plenty of room and not too...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 05-06-2008, 09:51
Replies: 11
Views: 5,123
Posted By caribnsol
I am planning on placing my long board across my...

I am planning on placing my long board across my dinghy davits.....

Bill
Forum: Dollars & Cents 22-05-2008, 05:03
Replies: 22
Views: 6,370
Posted By caribnsol
to me, the poll question is too vague....in my...

to me, the poll question is too vague....in my case my first boat was 26ft, and I spent 2K on it....played with it for a few years to figure out what I was doing and if the Admiral would get into...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 20-05-2008, 04:43
Replies: 46
Views: 6,585
Posted By caribnsol
I have another alternative.....my cat has...

I have another alternative.....my cat has aluminum slats covered with teak. Solid enough to walk and hangout on, but in seas, waves splash right through. Slats are 2-2.5 inches wide, with about .5...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 08-05-2008, 11:14
Replies: 21
Views: 6,924
Posted By caribnsol
that is the set up I have for a 24v anchor...

that is the set up I have for a 24v anchor windlass......works well....have a breaker to switch on and the windlass is energized....

Bill
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 28-04-2008, 05:33
Replies: 10
Views: 6,390
Posted By caribnsol
not a bad idea to get yourself a handheld vhf and...

not a bad idea to get yourself a handheld vhf and take it with you.
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-04-2008, 07:03
Replies: 13
Views: 4,954
Posted By caribnsol
I think I had, and the fingers were moving faster...

I think I had, and the fingers were moving faster than the brain.....which is not unusual for me.....:cool:
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 17-04-2008, 09:22
Replies: 70
Views: 25,630
Posted By caribnsol
I have a decent job that pays well, but does not...

I have a decent job that pays well, but does not lend itself to a part time occupation. I am working on building my resume (capt license, sail instructor, dive instructor etc) to put me in the...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 16-04-2008, 09:40
Replies: 73
Views: 13,256
Posted By caribnsol
Rick, not throwing aspersions on your level of...

Rick, not throwing aspersions on your level of knowledge, just giving an indication of mine. :)

Bill
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