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Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 30-03-2024, 13:55
Replies: 1
Views: 351
Posted By myketch42
swi tec 10 to one lift

This lift has zero use since it was returned to the dealer and completely made as new , even has new storage case , 900.00 or offer
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 30-03-2024, 13:53
Replies: 2
Views: 612
Posted By myketch42
raymarine auto pilot nib

I am having trouble selling this , which is surprising . brand new in unopened box raymarine 4oo evolution sail auto pilot , factory renewed linear drive , and I will deliver in the florida area to...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 16-02-2024, 10:47
Replies: 0
For Sale: Auto Pilot
Views: 560
Posted By myketch42
Auto Pilot

I have a NIB raymarine evolution auto pilot and the appropriate linear drive rated for 30,000 pounds, it is the sail model , for sale for 3000.00 . I will deliver in florida to ally any scam...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 23-10-2023, 12:39
Replies: 22
Views: 3,811
Posted By myketch42
Re: How to keep an aluminum hull looking nice

my aluminum hull painted with awl grip never required any annual or semi annual maintence and looked good except small fade for 10 years Shark skin is very effective albeit expensive per quart on raw...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 11-08-2023, 12:41
Replies: 38
Views: 4,681
Posted By myketch42
Re: Fiberglass vs. aluminum?

My first 2 boats were aluminum , I think it is hands down the best, no deck and super structure leaks ever was a huge bonus . Also a huge plus was the wet well and no thru hulls .
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 10-07-2023, 12:34
Replies: 28
Views: 3,183
Posted By myketch42
Re: DIY boat yards near NYC

dont know it you have used a crane before on a cat . But from experience I recommend that you use a spreader above each hull sling . In my experience we collapsed the top of the hulls inward when...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 08-07-2023, 09:25
Replies: 7
Views: 492
Posted By myketch42
Re: in water repair

Is there a puddy that has an adhesive ability when applied in water ,that can then be removed without clogging up the water ingress to the cutless bearing
Forum: General Sailing Forum 08-07-2023, 07:10
Replies: 7
Views: 492
Posted By myketch42
in water repair

I have a related thread in the monohull forum about a tight propeller shaft . After more thought I think the shaft log the most likely culprit. Does any one have a recommendation on stopping or...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-07-2023, 11:40
Replies: 5
Views: 417
Posted By myketch42
Re: tight shaft

I am just estimating , but the shaft is not particularly long and I believe there is only the one cutless . adding to the mystery is why after sitting overnight the shaft log seemed to work correctly...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-07-2023, 07:45
Replies: 5
Views: 417
Posted By myketch42
tight shaft

Are than any guess on the cause of this particular problem . I have a Brewer 44 . The shaft log felt way to hot to touch , although water ,albeit very hot , was coming through the packing in a...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 16-06-2023, 15:31
Replies: 58
Views: 6,697
Posted By myketch42
Re: Hatteras

Thomm , I did my whole tour in the crotch working on the Generals boat , fishing off the coast out of New River and Hatteras . there wasn't a damn thing different about the water and weather...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 09-06-2023, 11:37
Replies: 80
Views: 14,071
Posted By myketch42
Re: What's The Strangest Thing Your Anchor Picked Up?

About 15 years ago I anchored in the Aves , on the way to Colombia , That morning a very nice looking mermaid came up with my anchor . My girlfriend at the time made me catch and release . Have some...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-05-2023, 19:00
Replies: 4
Views: 517
Posted By myketch42
DC wire size

I wonder what the smallest wire size that would proper for powering a 1/2 hp DC motor total wire run including power and ground of 20 feet .
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-05-2023, 18:51
Replies: 7
Views: 1,003
Posted By myketch42
Re: What’s driving water maker pricing?

I have the whole kit , less membrane for a 6 gal hour 12volt using a stainless steel industrial pump , parts were around 2200.00 at todays money , pretty easy theory to understand .
Forum: General Sailing Forum 12-05-2023, 13:19
Replies: 62
Views: 10,111
Posted By myketch42
Re: Safety at sea (from other humans)

To many that mishandled a pirate situation and was killed.....hmmm , wonder why some of those many incidents weren't reported . Urban legend does no one any good in planning their cruising...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 10-05-2023, 18:10
Replies: 62
Views: 10,111
Posted By myketch42
Re: Safety at sea (from other humans)

I have always carried a shot gun . I have never reported it except to the US Coast Guard . Ther are many ways to hide it aboard , And as of yet ( alas only 17 countries ) I have never had a vigorous...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-05-2023, 12:52
Replies: 19
Views: 1,483
Posted By myketch42
Re: Finishing fiberglass overhead

Home Depot sales a product called Veranda . it is 7" wide tung and groove , 1/4 inch thick with both sides having a different beaded pattern , very easy to work with and relativly fast , I didnt...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-04-2023, 14:18
Replies: 31
Views: 5,098
Posted By myketch42
Re: Standpipe system on fiberglass boat?

I have had 2 aluminum boats both with sea chests. The sea chests were about a 7 by 10 rectangle , flanged above the waterline with lexan covers screwed to the flange , removal of the cover had easy...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 19-04-2023, 15:35
Replies: 4
For Rent: dockage
Views: 910
Posted By myketch42
Re: dockage

possibly still available ,have a person interested , but the railroad bridge work prevents any forward progress on him actually showing up
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 12-04-2023, 13:29
Replies: 92
Views: 18,518
Posted By myketch42
Re: My 3rd. Porta Bote

well I have an 8 foot with folding transom and custom duffle for the seats and oars for sale , 800 dollars located in Stuart fl
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 10-04-2023, 15:42
Replies: 261
Views: 20,222
Posted By myketch42
Re: Booze underway

Well thanks for your sorrow , but comparing water, a natural necessity to alcohol an elective " need " is a bit of a stretch..
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 10-04-2023, 15:04
Replies: 42
Views: 5,598
Posted By myketch42
Re: Almost that time - hurricane season

I stayed up all night adjusting lines and tightening jack stands twice at Indiantown marina .there were bout 500 boats there , most on the hard , even that far inland and behind a lock there was...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 10-04-2023, 14:53
Replies: 261
Views: 20,222
Posted By myketch42
Re: Booze underway

My wife is slightly affected by a single glass of wine ...she furiously denies it..Its amazing to me as a non drinker that drinking something that will be piss fifteen minutes later is as important...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 17-03-2023, 14:20
Replies: 49
Views: 6,688
Posted By myketch42
Re: Question for divers

IN what universe will an RPG effect a tank what so ever.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 03-03-2023, 13:35
Replies: 83
Views: 6,864
Posted By myketch42
Re: My ground tackle refit

Another comment on the plastic chain markers that you insert in the links . The only brand I could find was sized for metric chain ...a real tight fit , but doable .. might contribute to the popping...
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