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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 02-02-2024, 09:31
Replies: 20
Views: 2,401
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Does a device like this exist?

I would use an inexpensive bilge pump instead of a fresh water pump. Something designed for saltwater.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-01-2024, 10:13
Replies: 141
Views: 14,140
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Down to 4 Boats...Please Help Me Decide...

If you go with a boat over 45 feet a Ketch in my mind may make sense. However if you are under 45 feet I would opt for a Cutter rig. The Pearson 367 is a better choice then the 365.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2024, 11:44
Replies: 31
Views: 3,820
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Best fresh water pump

I don't have an accumulator and I have all PEX tubing in my fresh water system and I have never had a pulse issue.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2024, 10:17
Replies: 31
Views: 3,820
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Best fresh water pump

I have had a Jabsco Sensor-Max VSD Model 31750 on my boat for over 25 years and have never had a problem with this pump and it is still going strong. I have lived aboard my boat for those 25 years. ...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 18-10-2023, 10:06
Replies: 34
Views: 3,622
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: What's a Good 31-39 foot Cutter?

I have a Pearson 367 Cutter. I like the cutter rig better than a sloop or ketch. I use the staysail on up-wind work most of the time. Also the staysail is great in heavy weather.
I may be...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 09-09-2023, 16:37
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Cheap Beta Marines From Indonesia Legit?

Check with Beta and find out if they are legit dealers and let us know.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 22:37
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

s/v Jedi - Your solution is Correct. I was just referencing the units that Victron have. They don't have a 120/240 Volt 50 Amp Isolation Transformer.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 20:15
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

Use Ohm's Law to calculate your needed wattage/voltage requirements.

P=E x I Where P is Watts, E is Voltage and I is Amps

So if you require 4500 Watts at 120 Volts your amperage would need to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 20:02
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

In actuality the 7000W on supports 32 amps at 230V. When you have higher voltage amperage is less.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 19:50
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

If you have a 230VAC/50 AMP shore power connection the 3600W will not work. The 3600W is for 30 AMP shore power connection. For a 50 AMP system you would need the 7000W which only comes in 230VAC.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 17:17
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

Both Galvanic Isolators and Isolation Transformers are used to block stray DC currents when plugged into shore power.

Galvanic Isolators do this by utilizing diodes in their circuitry which...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-08-2023, 09:30
Replies: 52
Views: 4,919
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: galvanic isolator, which one? 16amp or 32amp

I agree with s/v Jedi, an isolation transformer is the best option. Yes, it costs more, but in my opinion worth it. It blocks both DC and AC stray currents and protects against shock.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 17-06-2023, 10:02
Replies: 9
Views: 761
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Can you identify my cleat and track?

Schaefer Marine makes a Stainless Mid-Rail Chock/Cleat that I have used on my boat for over twenty years with no problems. Check it out at Schaefer's web site.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-11-2022, 10:36
Replies: 14
Views: 2,460
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Replacing lifelines with SS tubing?

I added a solid 316 stainless top rail to my boat and it is one of the best things I ever did. The bottom (center) line is Dymeema. But I also changed the stanchion bases to attach both to the deck...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 11-05-2022, 17:33
Replies: 44
Views: 7,410
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: DIY 6000 BTU AC install on a 43 ft Sailboat worth it?

I have a 36 foot boat and I used to have a 12K BTU unit and it was not large enough to cool my boat here in Mexico. I recently installed a 16K unit and it is just big enough to make my boat interior...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-03-2022, 15:35
Replies: 24
Views: 13,482
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: System Wiring Diagram - Looking for professional feedback

Using a voltage drop calculator with a 30 foot one way run on #2 wire at 150 amps you will have a voltage drop of 1.4 volts. That does not take into account the resistance of your connections. The...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-03-2022, 14:57
Replies: 24
Views: 13,482
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: System Wiring Diagram - Looking for professional feedback

Depending on the length of the cables for your windlass, I would recommend a larger wire size. If you have a long run you need to calculate the voltage drop under load.
I have seen as much as a 3...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-01-2022, 15:08
Replies: 154
Views: 60,005
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Researching Blue Water Boats

I’m sorry I fat keyed my number the correct number is 206-251-2555
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-01-2022, 14:57
Replies: 154
Views: 60,005
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Researching Blue Water Boats

I have a Pearson 367 and it is definitely a blue water boat. I have been kicking around the idea of selling her. I believe she is the finest of the 49 that were built and she is in Bristol...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-07-2021, 10:33
Replies: 9
Views: 904
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Replacing portlights on a 1980 De Vries Lentsch

Check with New Found Metals to see if they have a replacement portlight in the size you need. They make high quality stainless and bronze portlights in several different sizes.
Forum: Fountaine Pajot 05-05-2021, 08:13
Replies: 11
Views: 2,872
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Spinnaker or Gennaker or parasail vote please

I love my Parasail. The wing acts as a soft batten and holds the sail open in very light air. It also minimizes the blow of a sudden gust and I can keep it up in heavier air then a normal cruising...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 06-01-2021, 09:09
Replies: 31
Views: 3,052
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Mystery boat-bit number 27

I have one exactly like this. It is a towing bridle for an inflatable dingy.
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 23-09-2019, 09:55
Replies: 112
Views: 11,101
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: CMP GIVEAWAY - ends Sept 30th, 2019

Marine Digital Corrosion Tester | Seaguard International (https://seaguard.cmpgroup.net/marine-digital-corrosion-tester)

This would help me keep an eye on the stray currents in the many marinas I...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-08-2019, 13:36
Replies: 79
Views: 36,779
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Ozone Generators - pros/cons

I have owned and used a commercial ozone generator in the past when I owned wooden boats. They work as advertised. You close the boat up tight, run it for several hours while away from the boat,...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 09-05-2019, 10:09
Replies: 7
Views: 2,350
Posted By Sailorlou
Re: Dometic Turbo DTU 16,000 BTU 115V 60HZ HVAC Air Conditioner / Heater

Does it include the control unit?
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