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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-05-2015, 03:29
Replies: 394
Views: 144,180
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Re: Composting Toilet - Nature's Head

Not as a substitute, but I have used wood pellets as an additive to soak up excess moisture when necessary. They work OK for that, making the cleanup easier. I keep some handy just in case.

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Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 31-03-2014, 09:40
Replies: 2
Views: 1,140
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
The Helmsman

The US Naval Academy Sailing Squadron is starting a sailing safety magazine. You can read the first issue here:

https://usna.edu/Sailing/lectures/The%20Helmsman%20Vol%201
Forum: Forum Tech Support & Site Help 02-02-2014, 14:33
Replies: 41
Views: 5,170
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Re: Screwing the pooch....

Since the last update to the forum app on the iPad I have found myself not spending any time browsing threads. The whole look and feel of the app has changed--for me, it's enough of a change to be...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 18-12-2013, 17:47
Replies: 74
Views: 11,144
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Have you tried sailboatlistings.com?

Have you tried sailboatlistings.com?
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 05-12-2013, 18:21
Replies: 135
Views: 21,100
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Installed a C-Head recently, still tweaking the...

Installed a C-Head recently, still tweaking the installation but already very satisfied.
Forum: Navigation 29-11-2013, 03:05
Replies: 62
Views: 19,641
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Broken iPad = no GPS

Broken iPad = no GPS
Forum: Our Community 25-11-2013, 03:33
Replies: 25
Views: 3,135
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Too bad about your experience...I had pretty good...

Too bad about your experience...I had pretty good luck giving away some things on this forum recently, but responses came through the forum or PM--no personal contact info posted. It felt good to...
Forum: Navigation 19-11-2013, 17:42
Replies: 163
Views: 14,154
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Don't tell the Navy.

Don't tell the Navy.
Forum: Marine Electronics 19-11-2013, 17:35
Replies: 8
Views: 4,789
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Any chance of just reusing the old cable? Sure...

Any chance of just reusing the old cable? Sure would make life easier.

I recently bought an inspection scope to check out the inside of my mast, fuel tank, etc. It's a great tool and it makes a...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 19-11-2013, 03:32
Replies: 9
Views: 1,957
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Time your trip to reach Reedy Point at high slack...

Time your trip to reach Reedy Point at high slack water--that way you get a push from the current through the canal and down the Delaware Bay. I haven't done it in December, though--brrrr!
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 17-11-2013, 14:37
Replies: 20
Views: 7,085
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Here's the video I used:...

Here's the video I used: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jH66tGsWv_Y&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DjH66tGsWv_Y
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 16-11-2013, 02:33
Replies: 7,793
Views: 1,551,253
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
OK, just a bystander chiming in here (no LiFePO 4...

OK, just a bystander chiming in here (no LiFePO 4 me, at least not yet)--but this forum is what has removed a lot of the mystery of Li for me, and taken it from the "leave it to the professionals"...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 15-11-2013, 16:57
Replies: 20
Views: 7,085
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
I made one based on a YouTube video, no...

I made one based on a YouTube video, no problem--but then I'm pretty comfortable with knots, splicing, etc. I made several for friends after that. Given the ridiculous commercial price, it would be...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 14-11-2013, 15:55
Replies: 162
Views: 24,085
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
I hear a common theme that LiFePO4 is great for...

I hear a common theme that LiFePO4 is great for competent DIYers but not quite there for the average boater yet. There's also a concern (eloquently expressed by Maine Sail) that those same average...
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 13-11-2013, 16:33
Replies: 7,793
Views: 1,551,253
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Whew! Just spent a few weeks reading through the...

Whew! Just spent a few weeks reading through the entire thread, following links, re-reading, scratching my head, and finally deciding that I wish I hadn't just bought a 12V 630Ah AGM bank a few...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 13-11-2013, 14:14
Replies: 10
Views: 1,729
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
All items are now gone. I wish I had enough to...

All items are now gone. I wish I had enough to go around for all. This was a great way to trim down weight and clear out the garage; I might do it again just before we leave next summer.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 11-11-2013, 18:38
Replies: 10
Views: 1,729
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Looks like there are local takers for most items....

Looks like there are local takers for most items. For those interested in paying for shipping, I'll see if one of the beneficiaries is willing to arrange that if there's anything left.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 11-11-2013, 09:37
Replies: 10
Views: 1,729
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Free stuff n Annapolis

Garage is full for the winter. Trimming down to cruising weight for departure next summer. Following is free for pickup in Annapolis before Thanksgiving. PM me for directions.

TV antenna with...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-10-2013, 03:15
Replies: 473
Views: 73,375
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
I sent a copy of your post to Beneteau; I hope...

I sent a copy of your post to Beneteau; I hope they will respond here. It sounds like you might have a warranty claim. I don't have any local knowledge to add, and I'm sure the rest of the forum...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 20-10-2013, 06:12
Replies: 44
Views: 5,807
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Samsiam, If available in your area, try to...

Samsiam,

If available in your area, try to find a first aid course specifically designed for wilderness environments. This will cover longer-term care than simply "stop the bleeding and call an...
Forum: Navigation 20-10-2013, 05:38
Replies: 91
Views: 12,484
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Teknav, I am an engineer/scientist, I walk...

Teknav,

I am an engineer/scientist, I walk to work (sometimes talking on a cell phone), I do appreciate the use of fast computers, and I also see the value of learning to use a sextant. I...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 19-10-2013, 05:37
Replies: 75
Views: 11,620
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Novel ex, Thank you for the clarification. ...

Novel ex,

Thank you for the clarification. I am curious--it seems that many entities have conducted tests on yacht anchors, but none of those tests are accepted as truly independent and...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 19-10-2013, 05:26
Replies: 51
Views: 5,706
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Saturday morning Coffee, forum--no new jokes?!?...

Saturday morning
Coffee, forum--no new jokes?!?
Coops, where have you been?
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 19-10-2013, 05:12
Replies: 75
Views: 11,620
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Noelex et al., I am enjoying the relevant...

Noelex et al., I am enjoying the relevant discussion on this thread, and it even seems to wander back onto topic frequently. I would like to point out, though, that the anchor pictured in the post...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-10-2013, 16:31
Replies: 14
Views: 1,500
Posted By SV Sea Monkey
Thanks all for the great discussion and food for...

Thanks all for the great discussion and food for thought. I've got to focus on my last few projects before pulling out for the winter, then shift focus to hauling out and winter projects. I hope to...
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