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Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 23-01-2023, 10:20
Replies: 44
Views: 6,489
Posted By skyline
Re: Who is using an electric blanket?

I have the same back issues. Found the one in your excellent photo, and have it on order. Many thanks.
Forum: Navigation 08-04-2022, 10:36
Replies: 46
Views: 4,540
Posted By skyline
Re: Your ability to navigate may depend on where you grew up

I grew up on a fish boat in S.E.Alaska. No roads, no cars, no TV.
Forum: Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans 21-07-2021, 09:27
Replies: 23
Views: 7,684
Posted By skyline
Re: When/How to cross the golden gate

Avoid rush hour.
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 24-03-2021, 09:40
Replies: 66
Views: 14,116
Posted By skyline
Re: Using a bridal on a mooring ball

I was wondering where to find one, and discovered quite a few bridal shops in my area.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 05-03-2021, 09:22
Replies: 39
Views: 6,343
Posted By skyline
Re: Stuart Island WA San Juan Island area

That's our primary cruising area. We use out hot spot, and can get internet in Prevost. You might also consider Westcott/Garrison for a bit stronger signal. Beautiful areas.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-02-2021, 09:25
Replies: 107
Views: 54,937
Posted By skyline
Re: Difference between boats and ships

Yes, this is the historic definition, and the one that I have always quoted. Thanks Jim.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-02-2021, 10:30
Replies: 169
Views: 65,208
Posted By skyline
Re: Weirdest things you've seen on the water.

Elephant Seal between Sucia, and Matia, U.S. San Juan Islands.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 10-02-2021, 09:18
Replies: 31
Views: 5,527
Posted By skyline
Re: Diesel tank fuel return

Yes, definitely Coastline. We have been pleased with their products for many years.
Forum: Marine Electronics 31-01-2021, 12:03
Replies: 7
Views: 2,643
Posted By skyline
Re: How to use Airmar xducer XID with Garmin chartplotter?

Yes it did work, however, but unpredictable performance beyond 100ft. Also there appeared to be more "noise" on the screen.
The Raymarine mfd was working, but really in need of updating. I'm quite...
Forum: Marine Electronics 31-01-2021, 11:11
Replies: 7
Views: 2,643
Posted By skyline
Re: How to use Airmar xducer XID with Garmin chartplotter?

Funny, I just did this on my boat.
I purchased a Garmin 010-11613-00 junction box that I in-wired my Airmar transducer to (cut and stripped the existing wires). The junction box has an 8 pin ...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 30-01-2021, 11:16
Replies: 21
Views: 5,097
Posted By skyline
Re: Used sailboats ~27 ft

San Juan 28, possibly?
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 29-01-2021, 09:54
Replies: 36
Views: 4,198
Posted By skyline
Re: Two questions about amperage draw

Back in my youth ( mid fifties) we called it the iron mike, or just mike.
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 25-01-2021, 19:01
Replies: 27
Views: 2,763
Posted By skyline
Re: USCG Documentation Lead Time

Two weeks for me.
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 13-01-2021, 19:13
Replies: 55
Views: 8,111
Posted By skyline
Re: Which dinghy motor would you pick?

I have two of the Merc's in commercial service, and they are excellent. Shallow water drive, and tiller throttle/shift, unbeatable.
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 13-01-2021, 19:05
Replies: 55
Views: 8,111
Posted By skyline
Re: Which dinghy motor would you pick?

I would pick #4. Made by Tohatsu for Mercury.
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-07-2020, 10:07
Replies: 83
Views: 14,737
Posted By skyline
Re: Good Laptop for Onboard?

Lenovo Yoga /Windows 10 has been working well for me. Rosepoint C.E. is my primary nav program. Very happy with this combo.
Forum: Our Community 10-06-2020, 10:23
Replies: 26
Views: 2,950
Posted By skyline
Re: fresh water pump delay

Marco pump, no accumulator needed. Pricy, but bullet proof.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 07-06-2020, 10:00
Replies: 61
Views: 11,840
Posted By skyline
Re: Webasto installation on a 32ft boat

The friendly staff at Sure Marine can give you excellent advice, including parts to modify your ducting.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-06-2020, 20:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,127
Posted By skyline
Re: Marco fresh water pumps

We replaced our 12 year old Johnson with a Marco. This was two years ago, and we love it. We are not f.t. live aboards, but do cruise Puget Sound to AK. every year......o.k. not this year......
Forum: General Sailing Forum 03-06-2020, 10:09
Replies: 109
Views: 21,591
Posted By skyline
Re: DIY clean hull without diving

I tried the Petit Hydrocoat eco, and had very poor results. I am not in a particularly challenging marine growth area.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 19-05-2020, 10:44
Replies: 64
Views: 10,198
Posted By skyline
Re: Who has a vacuum sealer?

We have a Foodsaver .
Forum: Our Community 15-05-2020, 11:05
Replies: 107
Views: 11,848
Posted By skyline
Re: Red or Green? Sailors' Superstitions...

On the fish boats I worked on it was never turn the hatch cover upside down!
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