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Forum: General Sailing Forum 14-06-2023, 16:00
Replies: 47
Views: 5,390
Posted By greensail
Re: Lightning strike/damage avoidance question

From my observations living on a yacht in South East Asia, lightening often strikes the boat that can least afford the repairs.

But realistically, as a ship's captain, I have seen lighting strike...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-07-2022, 16:25
Replies: 25
Views: 3,662
Posted By greensail
Re: step up transformer to run air con

I have worked on many ships operating 50hz fridges, washing machines, aircon etc on 60hz. It works fine. Washing machine cycles are quicker. I would suggest though, the life expectancy is shorter....
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 17-07-2021, 02:24
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By greensail
Re: Lifting centreboard, opinions please

I have a southerly 145 with a lifting keel. I always put it down when manoeuvring in a marina, to act as the pivot point. Without it, it slips sideways and is a real pig.

Bob
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-06-2021, 14:18
Replies: 48
Views: 6,144
Posted By greensail
Re: new diesel fuel tank

We had a 40 year old Hallberg Rassy 42 with 2 diesel tanks. The main tank is GRP and is integral with the hull being basically the after part of the bilge with a bulkhead and lid glassed over it. ...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-09-2020, 04:38
Replies: 15
Views: 5,109
Posted By greensail
Re: Possible to convert turbo D2-75 to non-turbo D2-55?

Hi,

I don't know about the Volvo but I did exactly that to a Yanmar 77hp 4JH DT.

I removed the intercooler, removed the turpo impeller and blanked the side off so the turbo body could be used...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 27-07-2020, 13:21
Replies: 15
Views: 4,672
Posted By greensail
Re: Third party insurance in Australia

I recommend the 3rd party that includes wreck removal. That could be a huge cost of you sank in a marina. We needed a survey to get it, due to the yachts age. (33 years)
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-07-2020, 14:51
Replies: 28
Views: 3,357
Posted By greensail
Re: VHF with "dialer" for MMSI?

Have a look at the new Vesper VHF from New Zealand. It looks like a great setup.

https://www2.vespermarine.com/cortex

If it is as good as their AIS, it will be brilliant.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 03-07-2020, 15:50
Replies: 12
Views: 6,081
Posted By greensail
Re: Why not a drum winch?

Hi.

As well as being a tripping hazard, two problems can arise with a drum winch.

Loose turns on the drum can mean the rode jambs into itself when pulled hard which can make it very...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 14-04-2020, 03:35
Replies: 18
Views: 8,791
Posted By greensail
Re: Flushing raw water system with fresh water

Hi.

I flush the sea water side of the cooling system every time shut down in the marina.

Having seen the salt and gunge buildup in the heat exchanger I consider it essential, especially it...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 12-06-2019, 00:12
Replies: 17
Views: 5,183
Posted By greensail
Re: Clear vs Tinted hatches.

Hi.

If you are in the tropics, I seriously recommend clear hatches with a UV reflective film applied on the outside. (Exterior film can be hard to find I hasten to add) Our boat has the film...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-09-2018, 17:00
Replies: 50
Views: 9,418
Posted By greensail
Re: Short wave radio ??

Many thanks for your link. I am going to experiment with the weather fax. A very interesting blog too.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-09-2018, 16:02
Replies: 50
Views: 9,418
Posted By greensail
Re: Short wave radio ??

I agree that having a full SSB transceiver is a great idea offshore, especially now that with so many people changing the satellite, the airwaves are much clearer. There are some great skeds out...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-09-2018, 15:13
Replies: 50
Views: 9,418
Posted By greensail
Re: Short wave radio ??

I have a very old Sony ICF 2010 (model not year) which I totally recommend as a mf/hf SSB receiver. Good for weather forecasts and listening to what the ham radio people are talking about, as well as...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-07-2018, 14:21
Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
Posted By greensail
Re: Replacing all Thru Hauls

[QUOTE=boatpoker;2667277]I'm guessing you actually mean "galvanic corrosion" rather than "electrolysis"

...Yes you are absolutely correct. I was thinking of electrolytic corrosion as it is a...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-07-2018, 16:51
Replies: 13
Views: 2,134
Posted By greensail
Re: Replacing all Thru Hauls

Hi ,

I am a ship and yacht surveyor and replaced all my throughhulls with Trudesign glass reinforced nylon from NZ.

They are better than anything else on the market by a long shot. In fact I...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 20-02-2018, 23:07
Replies: 0
Views: 506
Posted By greensail
Looking for an aluminium boom

Hi,

I am looking for an aluminium boom (ideally Selden) 5.3m (17ft 6") for my yacht currently in Malaysia. Can anyone help.

Thanks
Bob
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-07-2016, 08:27
Replies: 22
Views: 9,806
Posted By greensail
Re: How do I fix fluctuating water temp in shower?

Hi.

I had the exact same problem. It was air in the top of the hot water heater creating the pressure that over rode the cold water pressure when the water pump stopped while cycling.

Try...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 27-04-2016, 14:33
Replies: 5
Views: 3,731
Posted By greensail
Hallberg Rassy 42 for sale in Singapore

The Hallberg Rassy 42 is a strong renowned ocean cruising ketch, built in Sweden. See the HR website gives a good description of the boat. See Hallberg-Rassy 42E...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-04-2016, 19:28
Replies: 30
Views: 8,797
Posted By greensail
Re: Turning a Ketch into a Cutter

Hi - I am planning to do the same to out Southerly 145 and I'm looking for a boom about 3ft longer, That is mainly to move the sheeting position away from the helmsman's neck and increase sail area....
Forum: Classifieds Archive 07-06-2013, 07:52
Replies: 0
Views: 1,708
Posted By greensail
Hallberg Rassy 42 for sale in Singapore

We have a 1981 Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein Ketch for sale in Singapore. Asking 125,000 USD. She has spent most of her life as a live aboard and has been set up for the tropics. The teak decks...
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