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Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 26-10-2021, 16:16
Replies: 28
Views: 5,244
Posted By allatsea99
Re: UV blocking film or treatment for catamaran salon windows

Apparently there is a film especially made for polycarbonate called Polyzone Silver 20 by Hanita.
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 20-08-2021, 20:58
Replies: 33
Views: 12,622
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Aluminium catamarans.

I used to run GRP charter boats 'over' coral but I am converted to Al. Evidence of strength - the leading spar rigging Co. in Australia rigging 100's vessels annually, remarks how fast turnbuckles...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 29-07-2021, 04:42
Replies: 0
Views: 849
Posted By allatsea99
CJM DC60 Watermaker what can it do?

I bought a DC60 out of NZ, at the time described as the worlds leading Watermaker… not unhappy about that, (though it is a monster @26kg)… I'm only just at the point of fitting the Unit with boat...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 02-12-2020, 00:32
Replies: 43
Views: 6,178
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Bamboo Toilet Paper - What!?

Wonder how this product performs in 'composter' (dessicator) loos such as the U.S. Airhead, in contrast to traditional paper based?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-11-2020, 23:18
Replies: 136
Views: 19,065
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Very Flexible Sealant (not adhesive) For Polycarbonate?

There are many opinions when it comes to windows - we have 2 meter x 650 mm sheets of polycarbonate wrapped around our bridge deck cabin - we were advised by the manufacturer to use a product from...
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 21-11-2020, 21:07
Replies: 29
Views: 8,489
Posted By allatsea99
Re: How to integrate a portable generator?

I’d agree with hpeer: keep it simple AC generator to automotive programmable (to suit 12v power bank type) smart charger to battery bank via rapidly disconnctable contacts... especially if it’s a...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-09-2020, 00:27
Replies: 18
Views: 2,320
Posted By allatsea99
Re: best bench top material for sea going yacht - floor vinyl?

Why wouldn't you use normal kitchen bench laminate - fit for purpose. Loads of YouTube instructions.
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 21-08-2020, 15:33
Replies: 106
Views: 18,045
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Binoculars - with or without built-in compass

Great in really good quality branded models but steer well away from everything else which have a cheap plastic add on compass embedded in the binocs, difficult to read & bubble prone.
Forum: Our Community 09-04-2020, 19:28
Replies: 40
Views: 5,076
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Gods appear to be conspiring against me!

Hello High Temp... right now this may seem to be the case, but things never stay the same. It may be when the crisis lifts some folks may be looking for a new business - it maybe without the pressure...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 22-02-2020, 22:56
Replies: 96
Views: 27,190
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Custom Catamaran Cost & Builders

Hello Steve,
Have you considered the Easton or Mumby aluminium cats - built to hot weld finish per you spec, variable arrangements for self fit out & finish with builders well within your US budget....
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 20-01-2020, 18:39
Replies: 11
Views: 9,282
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Window sealant for outside mounted plexiglass

Maybe a v low modulus silicone. In Australia where temperature ranges are extreme I’ve used Sealproof by Adhseal. It’s v v low modulus like a hard jelly - great for heat & dealing with plexiglass/...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 04-10-2019, 16:24
Replies: 237
Views: 83,033
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Power draw of Nespresso type coffee machine.

No electrical power at all, but just a little gas to get an espresso plus frothy milk... has anyone tried these? Look up The Little Guy on YouTube... originally developed my the Italians, this one is...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 13-09-2018, 01:14
Replies: 92
Views: 15,403
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Whats it like in an upturned catamaran ?

Yargesol.. you made me think. Do you think one day boats will be equipped with air bags - seem pretty developed in automotive industry?
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 12-10-2017, 21:15
Replies: 81
Views: 11,430
Posted By allatsea99
Re: How do you judge if a beach is too "wavy" or if it will turn too unstable later?

Good questions and thread following... depends on the boat design & build - skegs, aluminium etc. I'd agree those not tried would say no - but there will be occasions when evidence of others says...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-05-2017, 19:51
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Batteries seem to be team players

Thanks john61ct, yes I have replaced the whole bank with 'new' for the boat, but for applications less critical its a waste not to restore the older ones which I have to say are performing really...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-05-2017, 19:09
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By allatsea99
Batteries seem to be team players

Battery banks seem to be like sports teams. One battery fails and the whole team comes crashing down?
My boat is kept on a mooring, plenty of sun, regulated solar panels provide ample charge. So it...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 03-03-2017, 13:47
Replies: 26
Views: 7,387
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Pride Goeth Before the Fall

Thanks for the post Dockhed. Generates some thought. Yarmouth provokes memories here in Australia. I was 'a professional' for 10 years in the Whitsundays, cool on the outside and .... on the inside...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 21-10-2016, 18:16
Replies: 46
Views: 20,319
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Practicality of Trailering a sailboat

Threads wander but are informative and entertaining. I recently got out of trailering I likened the experience to sailor-trailer than trailer-sailor as I spent most of my time on the trailer. hsi88...
Forum: Marine Electronics 20-10-2016, 03:49
Replies: 20
Views: 9,745
Posted By allatsea99
Re: my ST6001+ steers 30° to starboard when I hit Auto

This is probably of no help as I'm not dealing with an ST600. I had exactly the same problem but may be for different reasons - refitted the quadrant and upset my rudder transducer (tells location of...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-06-2016, 18:22
Replies: 36
Views: 10,126
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Lubricant for rudder bearings

Good thread - why? a) Nothing more important than steering on a boat, b) bearing replacement is a hell of a job. I replaced my top & bottom on a Cavalier 37 - s/s shaft and acrylic bearing custom...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 26-05-2016, 01:13
Replies: 19
Views: 5,314
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Catamaran sail training in Australia

Just a suggestion. You will learn so much if you get the chance to sail a dinghy cat -its very direct you'll get a clear idea of what they're good at and not so good at AND it will demonstrate the...
Forum: Our Community 19-04-2016, 14:53
Replies: 18
Views: 4,646
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Help with Queensland yacht charter "to impress my wife"

Hello Seafari - I worked for 10 years chartering boats in the Whitsundays - as an operator and sub-contracting to all the charter Co's. The standards today are pretty good so you should not be...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-04-2016, 20:58
Replies: 13
Views: 4,086
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Australian company has released a 10kw flow battery

There's a mate of mine here in Australia who makes up custom dry batteries to order - I believe the ingredients come as powder in bags - Korean product. High spec. to the level some are being used to...
Forum: Navigation 26-02-2016, 15:49
Replies: 34
Views: 6,616
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Handbook of Celestial Navigation?

Excellent Dockhead this is topical for me too, and I'd say for the US Navy by the looks of an earlier thread. I did a Whitbread race.. my skipper could do his sights and have our position in the...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-02-2016, 15:37
Replies: 59
Views: 10,035
Posted By allatsea99
Re: Angle-grinder on boat: What's worked for you?

What a thread. I have leant lots here... power supplies, torque, convenience etc. Just goes to show how individual we are - tools fit for purpose. I was looking for a variable speed general purpose...
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