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Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 12-09-2018, 08:22
Replies: 23
Views: 8,500
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Induced heel for bridge clearance

there are places along the ICW where this is fairly common. I am sure your equipment condition has a lot to do with how safe it is. I would use back up lines so i don't "pop" up, but it wouldn't...
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 11-09-2018, 13:39
Replies: 72
Views: 17,299
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Marina evacuation - Forced anchor for hurricane

Gulfport MS kicked us out. Most of the municipal marinas along the Gulf were doing that. I am now in a private marina in Mobile that is much more reliable.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 21-08-2018, 08:31
Replies: 10
Views: 1,682
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: ZIKA in the Eastern Carib

I live in the Southern US and it tests positive often near me. I am not sure it can be avoided being in proximity any longer. Use good practices such as repellents and timing of activities.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-05-2018, 12:47
Replies: 3
Views: 2,990
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Gulf Coast of Texas to Leeward Islands

By no means an expert, but I left Galveston headed East around the Missippi Delta and up in to lake Pontchartrain. Later on, the winds turn mostly in your favor for heading east. I moved in October....
Forum: Forum Tech Support & Site Help 08-01-2018, 10:51
Replies: 11
Views: 1,944
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Ads that grab the screen and I can't navigate back

sailorchic, i've ran it all, and generally the computers do well. I have never had a malware or virus issue on a computer as long as I have had one....android, that's another matter. I have tried all...
Forum: Forum Tech Support & Site Help 08-01-2018, 10:17
Replies: 11
Views: 1,944
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Ads that grab the screen and I can't navigate back

This is an issue that google ad services has had for years. The mentioned steps are required as well as you should be signed out of google on your browser as well. Use your computer to go to google...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-01-2018, 19:16
Replies: 16
Views: 6,558
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Periodic Oil Pressure Alarm at around 1800rpm, Volvo Penta D1-30

Definitely a64 has a good thought. If it proves to be false, I had a strange ghost alarm on a volvo that only appeared at low rpm...sometimes oil, sometimes charging. After much testing and trouble...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 14-12-2017, 10:18
Replies: 15
Views: 5,438
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Replacing a damaged mast- Need help!

https://www.dwyermast.com/


I thought these prices looked reasonable as I have been researching repair/vs replace. I have no other information, just found them online
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 31-10-2017, 11:46
Replies: 356
Views: 64,973
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Couple and dogs rescued after months at sea

I just say "OMG waves were HUGE and the wind broke my anometer!!"

From the video I saw, the spreaders and backstay appear perfectly in tact...If you get scared and give up, just say "Thanks" and...
Forum: Cruising News & Events 26-10-2017, 12:08
Replies: 537
Views: 98,862
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: HI->Tahiti Dingbats found after 5 months

Why is someone half way up the mast?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 19-10-2017, 12:08
Replies: 8
Views: 3,367
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Boat Yard Recommendation in Kemah TX

#1 on Clear lake marine, be careful going in and stay in the channel, its 5-6 ft. in a lot of the area
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-10-2017, 07:10
Replies: 58
Views: 11,542
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Effects of not running an engine compartment fan?

It's more of an issue for gasoline engines than diesel. Engine compartment fans are designed to remove fumes so no explosion occurs in the event of a leak. I run the generator compartment fan and...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 03-10-2017, 07:16
Replies: 16
Views: 2,726
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Self-Driving Boats Anyone?

I am berthed near that vessel, I understand it's doing something military.
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 27-09-2017, 08:09
Replies: 39
Views: 9,147
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Rocna - Original Galvanized Steel Anchor - 73 Lbs

yep!!
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 20-09-2017, 13:26
Replies: 21
Views: 2,889
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Flush mount 12v LED Downlight

no, i bought a flush mount switch from amazon...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PZOTZZC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I know I paid $99 for the light, mine has a clear...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 20-09-2017, 12:14
Replies: 21
Views: 2,889
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Flush mount 12v LED Downlight

https://www.westmarine.com/buy/imtra-marine--powerled-bi-color-downlight-10-to-30v-dc-brushed-stainless-steel-trim-ring-warm-white-red-2-x-3-watts-high-flux-led-ip65--17187790?recordNum=43

Might...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 20-09-2017, 12:11
Replies: 21
Views: 2,889
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Flush mount 12v LED Downlight

I bought one and WM that was flush mount white/red and very bright. I love it. Need a place to drill a 2 inch hole to recess it. I'll see if I can find a name on it...It was about $100
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 19-09-2017, 12:33
Replies: 13
Views: 2,942
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Galveston > Cancún > Roatan - 43' Cat - Nov 2017

SENT!
Forum: Marine Electronics 14-09-2017, 12:47
Replies: 14
Views: 5,666
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Anemometer not showing wind speed. Why does this keep happening to me?

My sensor went out, take it off and send it to Dan Gerhardt, He will fix it for about $100. He did a great job for me on that and st 7000.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-09-2017, 05:08
Replies: 25
Views: 4,985
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Pictures: Oyster releases first images of the new 835 and 895

lol....do you yell "PULL" or "FORE"?
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 12-09-2017, 07:52
Replies: 6
Views: 2,238
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Swiss-tech mast climber

Here is a good system for mast climbing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4loB_UGxw8
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 05-09-2017, 12:26
Replies: 19
Views: 5,184
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Post hurricane adrift boats?

Exact no, but $5,000 tow bills are not unheard of as a general rule. I am sure this also depends on location and I suspect South Texas to be not much of an issue,most would just help. For me, as...
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 05-09-2017, 06:10
Replies: 19
Views: 5,184
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Post hurricane adrift boats?

outrageous fees generally make it so....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-08-2017, 11:04
Replies: 81
Views: 11,278
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: Radar waves safe for humans?

Wouldn't it be better to use real info than just ask a bunch of people you don't know?

WHO | Electromagnetic fields and public health: radars and human health...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-08-2017, 05:55
Replies: 32
Views: 6,418
Posted By Tkeeth
Re: A New Kind of Sail on the Horizon?

it goes under the bridges. and ditch refers to the common name for the intercoastal waterway
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