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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures Yesterday, 12:58
Replies: 11
Views: 452
Posted By Madehn
Re: EcoTec watermaker help needed.

“Well, if it tastes fine, it is fine.
Or to put it another way, does it taste strange…then it’s not fine.“

Not so sure the above is true. I was under the impression that water they had high range...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 16-04-2024, 10:02
Replies: 11
Views: 466
Posted By Madehn
Re: Best way to get adhesive from peel and stick velco off the hull

Lacquer thinner works well and will not damage gel coat
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 05-04-2024, 10:17
Replies: 64
Views: 4,484
Posted By Madehn
Re: Change a Dripless Shaft Seal while in the Water?

Would like to hear outcome.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-03-2024, 11:00
Replies: 51
Views: 3,842
Posted By Madehn
Re: Battery Cable Crimping Tool

If you just have a few uses hammercrimper. Cheap easy. Heat shrink tape over the joint the adhesive heavy duty type and you are good. I used a hammer on my first battery installl. For the second I...
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-03-2024, 17:20
Replies: 9
Views: 579
Posted By Madehn
Re: How to clean a female connector, Windprobe up on the mast

Tip cleaners for acetylene torch work great for this! Dielectric grease then put back together
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 18-03-2024, 11:22
Replies: 79
Views: 4,357
Posted By Madehn
Re: I think I’m back to square one…

Stuff you listed is pretty minor in my opinion. Easily fixed. Expect old boat to have issues. Question is do you have skills and or dollars to bring up to standard. Nothing you have mentioned is a...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 09-03-2024, 15:40
Replies: 11
Views: 770
Posted By Madehn
Re: An Idea for 12V AC

Maybe I didn’t explain well. No fridge no compressor involved simply a radiator with relatively cool water being circulated thru it ( sourced from near the bottom of anchorage by a longish suction...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 09-03-2024, 15:15
Replies: 11
Views: 770
Posted By Madehn
Re: An Idea for 12V AC

I think having a radiator type device with a low volume low noise fan and a small pump might work for an aft cabin if you could drop the water intake down close to the bottom. Should be enough temp...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 08-03-2024, 17:44
Replies: 27
Views: 1,849
Posted By Madehn
Re: US Split-Phase to EU Heat Pump Not Working

I agree bless his little ol heart. Send a note to the Chinese manufacturer. They are known by all of the knowledgeable consumers for their high service levels. 😀😀😀
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-02-2024, 11:10
Replies: 32
Views: 2,167
Posted By Madehn
Re: westerbeke fuel problem?

Sounds to me like a possible bleed problem. Diesel doesn’t “gel” like gasoline. Have started engines that were sitting for 15 years. It is not electrical unless your fuel cutoff is stuck. Look at...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 28-01-2024, 18:06
Replies: 10
Views: 796
Posted By Madehn
Re: Lagoon 380 w/AC Min Generator Size

I have a 6000 btu and a 12000 btu units on my boat the 12 k might actually be 15 k. Can’t remember for sure. They pull around 22 to 24 amps at113 volts AC. More briefly at startup. I don’t start...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-01-2024, 10:33
Replies: 41
Views: 5,594
Posted By Madehn
Re: Biggest and best Wind Generator?

Im going to do something novel and give the OP my answer to his question instead of promote my own opinion or call him names. Seriously “brainless eco zealot” ? Polite much??? In my opinion the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-01-2024, 17:13
Replies: 53
Views: 5,054
Posted By Madehn
Re: 2 stroke vs 4 stroke outboard

My vote is for a two stroke. Better parts availability in the islands. Easy to work on. With non ethanol gas you don’t have the issues you have here in the states. Lighter. Yes used more fuel. ...
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 11-01-2024, 11:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,196
Posted By Madehn
Re: Is piracy an imagined concern?

Was victim of an armed boarding in Panama in early part of 2023. We were at anchor not at sea so this might be attempted robbery and assault versus piracy depending on your definition. Bad deal all...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2024, 09:53
Replies: 31
Views: 3,751
Posted By Madehn
Re: Best fresh water pump

Only anecdotal info but everyone I know with one of the variable speed pumps has had problems with them after about a year. Accumulator tank should be pretty maintenance free needing adjustment...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-01-2024, 14:44
Replies: 40
Views: 3,425
Posted By Madehn
Re: Nanni 3.90 HE crank no start

That blocked exhaust makes a lot of sense as well
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-01-2024, 12:47
Replies: 40
Views: 3,425
Posted By Madehn
Re: Nanni 3.90 HE crank no start

So on my perkins6354 I can get fuel out of the injector tops while cranking while the go pump still has some air in it. It will look like everything is bled but won’t start. Does your hp pump have...
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 04-01-2024, 10:32
Replies: 12
Views: 906
Posted By Madehn
Re: Lavezzi 40 galley organization

THANKS FOR POSTING PICS I have been adding storage for two years now and you just gave me another idea! Appreciate it.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 02-01-2024, 11:14
Replies: 31
Views: 5,106
Posted By Madehn
Re: Red Diesel - Can I use it after approx 3 years

Personally I would use it and not worry about it. That said it’s like $20 if you are worried about it then you don’t have a lot to lose recycling it.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-12-2023, 11:59
Replies: 54
Views: 4,594
Posted By Madehn
Re: General questions about propane refit - solenoid gauge

So I like to save a buck probably more than the next guy but when it came to the propane system on the boat I went with first class top of the line systems in my case trident for the solenoid and...
Forum: Marine Electronics 31-12-2023, 11:49
Replies: 74
Views: 10,619
Posted By Madehn
Re: Full electronics upgrade - B&G, Raymarine or Garmin?

From another timely thread.

“The real worry I have is if I ever need to reach B&G for a more substantial problem. The rest of my gear is Furuno and they pick up on the first ring and pass you to...
Forum: Marine Electronics 31-12-2023, 11:43
Replies: 74
Views: 10,619
Posted By Madehn
Re: Full electronics upgrade - B&G, Raymarine or Garmin?

When faced with the same question early in the year I did a ton of research and went with Raymarine for everything except the autopilot and AIS. I have not added the ais yet and will pick that unit...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 28-12-2023, 17:41
Replies: 55
Views: 5,330
Posted By Madehn
Re: Lightweight, Non-Toxic, Good Looking and Relatively Inexpensive Panels?

I used FRP panels from Lowe’s glued to birch plywood that I had sealed for the panels in my salon. I used construction adhesive glue to secure the ply to the panels. Did 4x8 sheets spreading the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-12-2023, 17:27
Replies: 34
Views: 3,519
Posted By Madehn
Re: How long is a survey valid?

“The way forums work is people asking questions and other people hopefully respond with thoughtful answers to content they know something about.

Please don’t feel compelled to respond to every...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 07-12-2023, 15:28
Replies: 24
Views: 1,893
Posted By Madehn
Re: Length of Solar Cable run

Estimate your distances including verticals. Then add 1/3 to your best guess and you will be close. Look at your max amperage for 1.5 times your solar cells capacity and find size of wire for 3%...
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