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Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 23-03-2024, 10:07
Replies: 2
Views: 376
Posted By Capt. Ray
Looking for a used propeller about 32" dia

I have done a repower and have to change my prop. I already have extensive power curves done by the previous owner and have some recent rpm and speed runs with my existing prop and have calculations...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 20-04-2022, 17:04
Replies: 46
Views: 11,871
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Are these chain joiners OK?

I have stainless steel pots for my induction stove. Work pretty well for non magnetic.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 20-04-2022, 17:01
Replies: 46
Views: 11,871
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Are these chain joiners OK?

I used this type of chain connector and lost my firkin anchor on the first drop. Never again.
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 13-04-2022, 10:11
Replies: 28
Views: 5,209
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Stolen Irwin

A good reason to have a Garmin inReach permanently on a charger cable hidden in a waterproof electrical box somewhere. By the time thieves discover it they would be located or of course it can be...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 21-03-2022, 15:30
Replies: 38
Views: 3,978
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Hey! Where’s my Dinghy?

I rescued a guy at Rodney Bay St. Lucia who was standing up in his dinghy waving - almost out of sight of shore!
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 17-02-2022, 03:11
Replies: 59
Views: 14,512
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Hot Water Heater Recommendations Please

Indeed. A cold water heater would be far preferable.
Forum: COVID-19 | Containment Area 10-02-2022, 14:01
Replies: 138
Views: 8,814
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: They Lived In a Pandemic Bubble Now Covid Has Arrived

Most countries have freedom of speech so the below diatribe starts with nonsense then gets worse. Your "points" are vacuous and do a disservice to everyone. Simple things to note: 1. Most people in...
Forum: COVID-19 | Containment Area 10-02-2022, 13:26
Replies: 138
Views: 8,814
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: They Lived In a Pandemic Bubble Now Covid Has Arrived

Massive cherry-picking going on here. Next.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 05-02-2022, 12:42
Replies: 73
Views: 7,335
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Perkins 4.154 mixing elbow blocked

I have had a similar cast iron elbow cake up to almost blocked, it happens. As long as it's still in one piece you should be able to simply take it off and scrape out the blockage.
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 31-01-2022, 18:09
Replies: 4
Views: 1,784
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: YUCATAN, MEXICO TO THE SOUTH CHINA SEAS

We are departing from Yucatán probably 2 weeks late weather permitting but no telling when we will be in Tahiti. I see you sent me an email, best to stay in touch.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 28-01-2022, 22:49
Replies: 10
Views: 2,900
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Shore access in coconut Grove Florida

I agree with this quote about Dinner Cay Marina's dinghy dock, I was there for a few weeks there years back and it was welcoming. The anchorage is OK but holding is not great, I would have liked a...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 31-12-2021, 11:17
Replies: 115
Views: 20,475
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Surface Air Supply (Hookah) Systems

I have an oil-free 120v compressor with air filter and about 60' of hose to a standard regulator, cost total about $400. Run for hundreds of hours and nothing better to scrape the bottom. Since my...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 31-12-2021, 10:25
Replies: 45
Views: 7,494
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Ready now, are you and your boat?

And there is nothing wrong with that.
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 06-12-2021, 10:01
Replies: 4
Views: 1,784
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: YUCATAN, MEXICO TO THE SOUTH CHINA SEAS

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Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 06-12-2021, 09:50
Replies: 4
Views: 1,784
Posted By Capt. Ray
YUCATAN, MEXICO TO THE SOUTH CHINA SEAS

FIRST LEG: MEXICO TO HAITI MEDICAL SUPPLIES MISSION THEN ONGOING TO THE PHILIPPINES VIA PANAMA TO ESTABLISH IRG'S NEW BASE

SAIL HALFWAY AROUND THE WORLD ABOARD OUR 97-FOOT KETCH

DEPARTURE...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-12-2021, 07:19
Replies: 11
Views: 1,792
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Where To Overhaul And Then Some?

After the utter stupidity of Brexit I would not register in the UK because the chances of continued reciprocity with the rest of the EU are highly doubtful.
Forum: Our Community 15-11-2021, 07:46
Replies: 0
Views: 461
Posted By Capt. Ray
Used sails in Florida?

Hi all I am looking for a sail loft that has cheap used sails in the Fort Lauderdale area, any suggestions?
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 09-11-2021, 11:22
Replies: 27
Views: 5,613
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Hello From an old guy living and retired in S.E.Asia

Isn't there a boat builder on Bohol who builds Wharrams?
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 01-11-2021, 19:01
Replies: 36
Views: 8,163
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Fisherman Anchor - ANY reason to take it???

If I could find a 300 pound fisherman I would be a very happy man and would weld on a cathead to stow it!
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 30-10-2021, 09:13
Replies: 40
Views: 17,648
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Boating in Philippines

My 18-year-old son is in the Puerto Galera area and has a tricycle, he can show you around. You can get most labour help for around 600 pesos a day and probably a water taxi. BTW is was announced...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 29-10-2021, 12:23
Replies: 90
Views: 10,098
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: When To Use a RADAR Deflector?

Most, if not all radar reflectors are not worth more than a piece of wet string. The engine block sends back most of the signal.
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 29-10-2021, 11:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,343
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Sailing conditions Panama to Galapagos

North winds in February? Nice to know thank you. Last time I almost used all my fuel just getting into the SE Trades and for the next five weeks barely had enough fuel to charge with! This time I...
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 29-10-2021, 01:48
Replies: 11
Views: 3,343
Posted By Capt. Ray
Sailing conditions Panama to Galapagos

I am planning to depart from Haiti in late January 2022 bound for the Philippines via Panama. Years ago I sailed from Panama to Hawaii and had to beat or motorsail towards the Galapagos for 5 days...
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 29-10-2021, 01:26
Replies: 40
Views: 17,648
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: boating in Philippines

I agree forget Manila where are you going to park the boat at the Yacht Club? I live in the Puerto Galera area and agree with the below. Plenty of sweet free anchorages there and in the rest of the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-10-2021, 10:05
Replies: 120
Views: 19,489
Posted By Capt. Ray
Re: Ooops..nuclear sub hits underwater object

One of my oldest friends is a British submariner. He says that when the subs are lined up at a dock, they are all painted black with no markings. And I quote "The only way we can tell them apart is...
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