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Forum: Lithium Power Systems 26-12-2022, 10:51
Replies: 69
Views: 8,048
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Drop in LFP Recommendtions

AGMs much less, check facts on storage: https://www.flymo.com/uk/content/hints-tips/storing-batteries-over-winter
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 26-12-2022, 09:51
Replies: 69
Views: 8,048
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Drop in LFP Recommendtions

I can recommend Universal AGM Battery, going strong after 4 years. Stored indoors during winter in Ohio and charged every month. Using $60 NOCO genius 5 to charge AGMs and new 100 ah Chins lithium,...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-10-2022, 17:06
Replies: 7
Views: 586
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Max time for 100 amp lifepo Batt. w/o charging?

Thank you for your input. It's a Chins battery and should be fine then.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-10-2022, 16:41
Replies: 7
Views: 586
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Max time for 100 amp lifepo Batt. w/o charging?

Thanks for the reply-can't access the battery now to check the exact voltage.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-10-2022, 16:26
Replies: 7
Views: 586
Posted By Sailon1
Max time for 100 amp lifepo Batt. w/o charging?

Recently purchased new 12 V, 100 ah lifepo battery but have to delay installation with solar panels until spring.

Question: will the battery survive 8 months (stored indoors)without charging until...
Forum: Weather | Gear, Reports and Resources 05-09-2022, 11:33
Replies: 0
Views: 751
Posted By Sailon1
Toledo, OH to Buffalo, N Y, via southern Lake Erie

Greetings,

Departing in mid to late September to Erie Canal, Hudson River to NY and ICW south.
Single-handed on a Pearson 30.

Any suggestions on marinas for overnight stays on Lake Erie while...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-08-2022, 07:23
Replies: 41
Views: 2,602
Posted By Sailon1
Re: 5 hp Outboard on 30’ sloop (8600 lbs) vs 30 hp Atomic 4 on ICW

Very useful information thank you.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 09-08-2022, 07:21
Replies: 41
Views: 2,602
Posted By Sailon1
Re: 5 hp Outboard on 30’ sloop (8600 lbs) vs 30 hp Atomic 4 on ICW

Thank you for those excellent details. Very practical information. Using the outboard should save significant cost compared to the A4. Less pollution as well.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 09-08-2022, 07:15
Replies: 66
Views: 11,963
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Backing out of slip - suggestions

Also try gunning the throttle quickly for two or three seconds in reverse and then pull back to idle speed as the boat moves back, this reduces prop walk And you can now move forward and make the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 08-08-2022, 10:00
Replies: 41
Views: 2,602
Posted By Sailon1
5 hp Outboard on 30’ sloop (8600 lbs) vs 30 hp Atomic 4 on ICW

Greetings,
When motoring is necessary, could a 5 hp ob push the boat in calm water or moving along with the current.
Any experience?
Your ideas are appreciated.
Forum: Navigation 12-07-2022, 14:04
Replies: 20
Views: 6,335
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Navionics app for iPad phased out

The iPad five and newer edition should be able to load Navionics. Part of the issue is that Apple will no longer support software for older versions of iPad.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 08-06-2022, 08:40
Replies: 18
Views: 4,995
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Mast and de-demast on Champlain canal / Hudson river

Very useful info. I’ll be sailing from Toledo, Ohio to Florida this fall via Lake Erie, Erie Canal and Hudson River.
Thanks again!
Forum: Marine Electronics 27-05-2022, 12:41
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

Thanks for the compass tip. I didn't mention previously, but my cockpit does have a second compass that is attached to the cockpit bulkhead. In any case, I will inspect that second compass-make sure...
Forum: Marine Electronics 25-05-2022, 13:29
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

Excellent. It can be done!

Collecting some of the collective wisdom here on CF, I will probably remove the compass from the pedestal (there is another usable compass on the cockpit bulkhead)....
Forum: Marine Electronics 25-05-2022, 13:20
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

This may be a duplicate reply. Anyway, thanks for the idea--the P70 pod looks like a good idea. I also have a couple of unused Edson pedestal brackets that could support the pod.
Forum: Marine Electronics 25-05-2022, 13:17
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

Thanks for those suggestions. The project is starting to make sense!
Forum: Marine Electronics 23-05-2022, 16:21
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

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Forum: Marine Electronics 23-05-2022, 13:27
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

Thank you. This is just what I was looking for as far as a pod for P70 control head.

I'll try and post pics.
Forum: Marine Electronics 23-05-2022, 13:19
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

My photo attachments are not posting.
Forum: Marine Electronics 23-05-2022, 12:39
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By Sailon1
Help: replace pedestal compass with MFD & more

The relatively large MFD pod (12" x 10" x 8") might be better situated atop
the pedestal, which would require moving the compass. The compass could
be moved and attached to a strut that mounts on...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 05-05-2022, 16:38
Replies: 2
Views: 515
Posted By Sailon1
DC / AC inverter connection help?

Where to connect on basic 2 bank AGM system with 1-2-both switch.
Simply connect to pos batt 1 and neg batt 2?

Or use 1-2-both switch for pos wire and ground the neg wire?

The inverter is...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 19-04-2022, 15:06
Replies: 36
Views: 3,828
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Removing old vinyl. Letters

Second for the eraser wheel-I removed old vinyl lettering and graphics with this.
Amazon is a convenient source.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 12-04-2022, 06:43
Replies: 10
Views: 2,513
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Pearson 30 keel full of water

Just piggybacking here if anyone happens to “be onboard.”
My P-30 keel and rudder also “weep” a bit. I have not tried draining yet, but would appreciate advice on how and where to drill some holes...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-04-2022, 07:48
Replies: 10
Views: 1,377
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help with battery use.

Thank for the link (the Mainsail link is not working).
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-04-2022, 02:53
Replies: 10
Views: 1,377
Posted By Sailon1
Re: Help with battery use.

Another consideration as far as battery replacement: new batteries may likely require a new, more powerful charger (3 bank, 4 bank, etc) which may also require new, heavier gauge wiring, fuses,...
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