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Forum: Classifieds Archive 04-09-2013, 22:08
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

SOLD!
Forum: Classifieds Archive 12-07-2013, 12:18
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

Our USCG documentation certificate has our boat listed as 32.7' in length, which is actually length on deck. Her true measured length over all is 41'. We have had the opposite experience as you as it...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 12-07-2013, 09:55
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

Additional Photos;

https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5OetzAU22pA/UeAxR-SBLEI/AAAAAAAAF1E/03q1MQSIPKc/s1600/PZ010353.JPG
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Forum: Classifieds Archive 06-07-2013, 20:16
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

More Photos;


https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-N4y4za_P3Jg/UdL3xjwKYAI/AAAAAAAAF0M/FXVbdu1ACd8/s800/PZ010316.JPG
Aft cabin with double berth, locker, shelf, book racks and solid teak bi-fold door
...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 24-06-2013, 18:48
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

Thank you !
Forum: Classifieds Archive 21-06-2013, 20:50
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
Re: 1984 Hans Christian 33

Thank you!
Forum: Classifieds Archive 21-06-2013, 14:24
Replies: 11
Views: 7,433
Posted By bruadair
1984 Hans Christian 33

Bruadair is an outstanding example of a Hans Christian 33. We have owned her for 11 years and have been cruising on her for the past nine years in the Western Carribean. We are currently in Bocas del...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 14-09-2008, 09:09
Replies: 24
Views: 8,460
Posted By bruadair
Gonesail, Yes, someone makes this. Nova Kool...

Gonesail,

Yes, someone makes this. Nova Kool makes a 110vac/12vdc switching box for their refrigeration systems. Very easy to install. The switching box gives priority to 110vac. If 110vac is...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 02-09-2008, 12:01
Replies: 10
Views: 3,271
Posted By bruadair
From what I understand the Cape Horn wind vane...

From what I understand the Cape Horn wind vane does not have to be installed center on the boat, it can be installed off to one side. Wonder how this works in the real world, and this might leave...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 02-09-2008, 11:58
Replies: 42
Views: 16,610
Posted By bruadair
Had ours for four years now. Replaced the lid...

Had ours for four years now. Replaced the lid seal once and cleaned out the buildup in the pump twice. In four years I would say we've put in about an hour's worth of maintenance on our Lavac head....
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 01-09-2008, 10:31
Replies: 5
Views: 3,453
Posted By bruadair
We haven't made part of the trip you're wanting...

We haven't made part of the trip you're wanting to do but Tampa to Appalachacola is an easy overnight, Appalachacola is a nice little town to visit. From there the ICW is beautiful and easy to St....
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-01-2008, 02:42
Replies: 17
Views: 9,073
Posted By bruadair
Rob, We have a Yanmar 3QM30F coupled to a...

Rob,

We have a Yanmar 3QM30F coupled to a KH18. A few months ago we developed a knocking noise, more noticible at lower rpms. Since 2800 rmp is the max rpm for this engine we never revved it that...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 05-01-2008, 18:14
Replies: 127
Views: 59,868
Posted By bruadair
When we left to go cruising three and a half...

When we left to go cruising three and a half years ago we purchased Lifeline AGM batteries, the dealer said these were the best batteries around. After one year performance decreased greatly and...
Forum: Marine Electronics 13-11-2007, 14:03
Replies: 6
Views: 8,184
Posted By bruadair
I have the Si-tex AIS Engine hooked up to my...

I have the Si-tex AIS Engine hooked up to my Northstar M84 radar/chartplotter. Works great. I'm using a vhf antenna on my stern rail, I suspect my range would be greater if I could raise antenna.
...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 06-10-2007, 22:06
Replies: 5
Views: 3,243
Posted By bruadair
The first time I did my valve adjustment on my...

The first time I did my valve adjustment on my 3QM30F I hired a Yanmar mechanic to walk me through it. I did all the work but had him there with me. Took longer so cost more, but I hope I learned...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 01-09-2007, 18:39
Replies: 57
Views: 16,276
Posted By bruadair
Rick, you said you enjoy sailing fast so you...

Rick,

you said you enjoy sailing fast so you leave your transmissions in neutral. If you do an internet search you'll actually find many sources to state that a fixed prop has less drag than a...
Forum: Our Community 01-09-2007, 18:31
Replies: 126
Views: 27,125
Posted By bruadair
David is now 45, I'm 41. We've been cruising for...

David is now 45, I'm 41. We've been cruising for three years in the Caribbean


D & D
s/v Bruadair
The Adventures of s/v Bruadair (https://www.bruadair.us)
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 22-08-2007, 18:01
Replies: 19
Views: 4,265
Posted By bruadair
Excellent price for the 130s. We would have...

Excellent price for the 130s. We would have bought the 130s but three years or so ago they weren't offered yet, so we got the two 120 watt panels. I think we paid around $450 each for them and at the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 22-08-2007, 12:47
Replies: 19
Views: 4,265
Posted By bruadair
I've been very happy with my two Kyrocera 120w...

I've been very happy with my two Kyrocera 120w panels. Each is rated at 7.2 amps but I actually get 7.5 amps from them when the sun is just right. Been cruising with them for three years, still look...
Forum: Marine Electronics 20-08-2007, 13:17
Replies: 26
Views: 7,460
Posted By bruadair
Jef, We also just added AIS to our system, a...

Jef,

We also just added AIS to our system, a Northstar M84 radar/chartplotter. Unfortunately we haven't had a chance to test it yet as there are no commercial ships where we are in Panama, but...
Forum: Marine Electronics 19-08-2007, 19:37
Replies: 26
Views: 7,460
Posted By bruadair
Chuck, Couldn't agree with you more, you...

Chuck,

Couldn't agree with you more, you said it perfectly. When I was working in the Clear Lake area I had many of the same experiences with regards to Raymarine. Out here cruising it can be...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 19-08-2007, 19:31
Replies: 99
Views: 146,140
Posted By bruadair
We got our Honda EU2000i from wisesales.com last...

We got our Honda EU2000i from wisesales.com last fall for $849, shipped. Before we had the Honda we had a Yamaha 1kw but decided to upgrade to the Honda 2kw and a larger battery charger. We have a...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 19-08-2007, 19:20
Replies: 33
Views: 19,812
Posted By bruadair
In November of 2006 we looked hard at portable...

In November of 2006 we looked hard at portable generators with some serious consideration to the Kipors. But due to the lack of support (I couldn't find one place that sold parts or repaired them),...
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-08-2007, 12:08
Replies: 26
Views: 7,460
Posted By bruadair
Chuck, While I agree with your comment about...

Chuck,

While I agree with your comment about considering a unit other than Raymarine I'm wondering what your reason is. As a retired (or semi-retired) marine electronics tech that has been...
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-08-2007, 09:02
Replies: 26
Views: 7,460
Posted By bruadair
As far as installation goes there are some...

As far as installation goes there are some variables that will affect the amount of labor hours required, such as if the display is to be flush mounted or mounted on it's bracket, accessability for...
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