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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-04-2019, 19:47
Replies: 20
Views: 7,406
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Full face respirator for fiberglass grinding and painting

To answer your question you need P2 cartridge for your respirator full face is the best find one that seals to your face shape they come in different sizes i personally use sundstrom as i am...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 12-06-2018, 19:31
Replies: 102
Views: 36,533
Posted By takeabow40
Thumbs up Re: Test new kind of antifouling, silicone based

Word of warning if you are spraying it on mask the rest of the boat as over spray will cause pinholing of anything you have to apply over the top .these type of products have been around for quite a...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 10-06-2018, 16:00
Replies: 46
Views: 11,717
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Crushed glass for taking bottom to gelcoat

Just another blasting media normally used for removing soft coatings or thick ones large particles leaves a hammer finish in the hands of professional good choice or jet grit would be faster I do...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-02-2018, 18:32
Replies: 30
Views: 21,207
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Radar Mounting: On Mast or Stern Pole ?

As radar waves go in a straight line mounted on the stern behind the mast you will have a blind spot from the mast the closer to the back of the mast the bigger the blind spot simple mathematics
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 17-06-2017, 06:20
Replies: 10
Views: 2,094
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Building a RO Plant

Yeah I am think of making one using an electric airless pump 2000 psi pressure just have to work out filter system
Forum: General Sailing Forum 05-06-2017, 16:51
Replies: 33
Views: 6,209
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Is my sail too tall?

Remove shackle from top tie rope direct to ring ensure sail is tensioned in track before furling
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 19-01-2017, 11:45
Replies: 80
Views: 17,706
Posted By takeabow40
Wink Re: Any issues with this custom catamaran for circumnavigation?

Accommodation seems a bit light on 2 kids in one bed ain't gunna work other than that cost of petrol is pretty high in some of the more remote places take it for a test overnight and see how you go...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 31-07-2016, 04:10
Replies: 51
Views: 9,337
Posted By takeabow40
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-07-2016, 03:50
Replies: 20
Views: 3,090
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Calling all paint experts - advice needed...

there are heaps of ultra high build epoxies available that can be applied at 2-5mm thick most normal epoxy high builds will cover rovings airless spray is the go . I am an industial spraypainter by...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 19-07-2016, 03:57
Replies: 27
Views: 6,708
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Interior Paint Peeling like a Banana!

sorry about that was trying to read forum on phone with cracked screen
Forum: Navigation 14-06-2016, 02:07
Replies: 25
Views: 6,982
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Brisbane to Hobart advice wanted

coffs harbor then port stephens try and avoid the bar crossings eden is ok if somewhat hilly lakes entrance then bass strait I did it just after Christmas good because you get feedback from the...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 10-06-2016, 06:19
Replies: 63
Views: 14,464
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Cat on the rocks

If they can sail from kununarra to onslow a little rock like that wont stop them the ord river is a bit tougher than that lol
Forum: Marine Electronics 02-06-2016, 19:28
Replies: 22
Views: 3,335
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Can you identify this antenna?

replace it with a s/s whip the corellas wont eat it probably easier from top down as you can hang cable rather than having it all over the deck just replaced mine was easy with mast on the ground...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 16-05-2016, 23:26
Replies: 79
Views: 27,299
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Awlgrip - Where did I go wrong?

DEFINITELY the catalyst most are only good for 12 months if unopened once opened you have maybe 6 months if more than half a kit I use 2 pack everyday and majority of mixing instructions require you...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 13-05-2016, 02:15
Replies: 1
Views: 2,586
Posted By takeabow40
Re: ProFurl p40

try statewide bearings they can get anything
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-05-2016, 15:19
Replies: 32
Views: 18,430
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Nanni and Beta engine difference

more c/c.s bigger bore Kubota make dozens of small displacement motors you will notice the beta and nanni as well as sole are all different h/p only a couple but each is based on a different block...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 29-04-2016, 23:20
Replies: 35
Views: 6,314
Posted By takeabow40
Re: What is this tool?

looks like handle off old washing machine to squeeze the water out
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-04-2016, 23:17
Replies: 32
Views: 18,430
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Nanni and Beta engine difference

no both kubotas but different displacement I just bought 2 betas 5 yr warranty cant go wrong
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 29-03-2016, 19:19
Replies: 49
Views: 7,966
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Bananas: Bad Luck or Good Eatin?

bananas and women your choice if you can sail without both your a better man than me lol
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-03-2016, 16:29
Replies: 90
Views: 13,638
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Could this be a game-changer?

who would use single malt in such a heinous fashion
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 17-02-2016, 15:04
Replies: 15
Views: 3,784
Posted By takeabow40
Re: We boat a sailing catamaran

welcome to the darkside lol
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 12-02-2016, 15:54
Replies: 12
Views: 4,763
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Cat prop size and pitch

send kiwi props an email or fill out calculator form on their website I like the fact they are composite and you can buy spare blades , not possible with some other brands
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 10-02-2016, 15:08
Replies: 100
Views: 14,648
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Third reef is it really needed

depends on your main size I love mine balances the boat painful sailing with only jib downwind in strong winds
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 08-02-2016, 19:00
Replies: 48
Views: 6,780
Posted By takeabow40
Re: Lures chewed off again. What to do?

use single strand stainless wire around 70lb problem solved the strand in the multi you are using a too fine and soft
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-01-2016, 15:03
Replies: 35
Views: 10,771
Posted By takeabow40
Re: LPG Gas Fitting and Compliance in Australia

I got a plumber/gasfitter to do mine just check out the regs for caravans in the state your in for guidance
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