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Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 15-06-2009, 20:14
Replies: 7
Views: 2,378
Posted By halyardz
I echo Cam's recent post. On our '08 trip...

I echo Cam's recent post. On our '08 trip (started from Chesapeake Bay) to the Abacos we took the ICW to Lake Worth and jumped off from there for the...but would go outside next time, bridges and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-06-2009, 20:03
Replies: 49
Views: 8,285
Posted By halyardz
In late 2007 we repowered our Tartan 33 with a...

In late 2007 we repowered our Tartan 33 with a Beta 25 and have had a flawless 300 hrs of operation.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 15-06-2009, 19:34
Replies: 7
Views: 1,715
Posted By halyardz
I've got a used Martec folding 2 blade, I believe...

I've got a used Martec folding 2 blade, I believe it's a 16" with about a 10 pitch.
Forum: Marine Electronics 17-10-2007, 20:48
Replies: 65
Views: 13,814
Posted By halyardz
My experience with oth has been very positive. I...

My experience with oth has been very positive. I have an old IBM Thinkpad I use on the boat and it runs just fine and its handy for backup for charts, tides, and related data. After much research I...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 17-10-2007, 09:27
Replies: 44
Views: 7,542
Posted By halyardz
Bahamas Cell Situation Update Requested

The Admiral and self are heading to Bahamas in January 08 and would like any updates on cell phone coverage/use mainly around Grand Bahama and the Abacos. Our current cell provider is Verizon. ...
Forum: Marinas 02-10-2005, 23:50
Replies: 9
Views: 9,189
Posted By halyardz
I've got the Skipper Bob book on anchorages along...

I've got the Skipper Bob book on anchorages along ICW. Guess I should get the marina one too. I talked with him (phone) briefly, a couple of years ago, seemed like a very nice guy.

I...
Forum: Marinas 01-10-2005, 03:29
Replies: 9
Views: 9,189
Posted By halyardz
ICW marinas to avoid?

I'm heading down the ditch next year after 'cane season to Abacos next year with the Admiral, who likes a few "real" showers. Would appreciate a heads up on any marinas to really AVOID from...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-10-2005, 03:23
Replies: 23
Views: 5,129
Posted By halyardz
Thanks, no and great...Info is very helpful

Again, thanks so much. Pat...don't know about the height of vent outlet in relation to the fill. I'll check today. No nobody has adjusted anything on that engine in at least 6 years. I doubt very...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 28-09-2005, 21:17
Replies: 23
Views: 5,129
Posted By halyardz
No Smoke

Kai & Alan: No smoke. Exhaust looks fine...no white, no black. I changed the lift pot muffler and checked the exhaust lines. No problems. Even pulled the exhaust manifold (or whatever that thing...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-09-2005, 00:40
Replies: 23
Views: 5,129
Posted By halyardz
Power and rpms lows

Yes, the power is a bit on the low side and I'm about 250 rpms (includes 50+ fudge for age of engine) lower at max throttle than specs indicate. We've checked the prop, even pitched down. No...
Forum: Marine Electronics 26-09-2005, 03:02
Replies: 20
Views: 12,781
Posted By halyardz
I got this feedback from other sailors that...

I got this feedback from other sailors that installed Navman gear. I'll keep the ID private as I didn't get their permission.
"We purchased Navman 3100 series for our 2-year cruise. Multi, wind, and...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-09-2005, 02:56
Replies: 23
Views: 5,129
Posted By halyardz
Fuel Vent Line & Other Tips Needed

I'm about to emark on a project to spiff up the fuel system, including new lines, perhaps a larger vent, fuel pump etc. I have a few questions and would appreciate input. The engine is a 1980 model...
Forum: Marine Electronics 17-09-2005, 05:00
Replies: 43
Views: 12,680
Posted By halyardz
Thanks KN--Mounting & Antenna

Great info...I feel like I'm learning a good deal...also feel how much I need to learn. The mount will be in the nav station close to aft quarter berth entrance. Dry. Given my backstay...
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-09-2005, 19:17
Replies: 43
Views: 12,680
Posted By halyardz
About Ham SSB rigs on Ebay

This will probably sound like really dumb question but most of the rigs I saw on EBay were not "marine". The photos were of desktop units, obviously designed for use on land and 120/60. Plus most...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 09-09-2005, 17:23
Replies: 22
Views: 6,046
Posted By halyardz
Does crowd thin out South of Abacos?

I'm planning much the same trip for next year but intend to stop in Abacos. Chartered there about 10 years ago. I guess its getting more population now huh?

Does the boat traffic thin out once...
Forum: Marine Electronics 09-09-2005, 17:17
Replies: 43
Views: 12,680
Posted By halyardz
Portable SW etc. Thanks...

I'm soaking all this info into the mental hard drive...which, as I age gets harder to access. This is wonderful stuff you guys are sharing. A ham friend is trying to get me into that but it will be...
Forum: Marine Electronics 04-09-2005, 12:00
Replies: 43
Views: 12,680
Posted By halyardz
Short Wave / SSB Portable Receiver Advice, Please.

I need to replace my old Radio Shack (which I think was really a Sangean) SW portable. Any advice on which brand or unit to buy? In addition to Grundig and Sony, I noted ICOM has/had a model. Any...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-09-2005, 06:05
Replies: 37
Views: 9,061
Posted By halyardz
Boats, courses, and time.

Fritz: Go for it. Plenty of us in the 55+ group out there thrashing around. You'll also find that you can, with a bit of effort, learn and perform a batch of maintenance on your own.

Locate a...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 01-09-2005, 07:46
Replies: 9
Views: 4,483
Posted By halyardz
Service--Gozzard or not

I have to agree that service is a very important dimension to consider....often an uneven profile across manufacturers.Those that care about building a customer base take care of new boat delivery...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 30-08-2005, 05:04
Replies: 5
Views: 2,405
Posted By halyardz
ICW & Budget Victim

I totally agree this is a huge issue from both safety and economic angles. This whole deal has me baffled. Have the senators and congressional types from ICW states weighed in on this when it...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 30-08-2005, 04:45
Replies: 16
Views: 4,351
Posted By halyardz
Oil Filters...Alan's Notes

Very good points Alan. But I'm still curious as to whether some of the filter manufactures cut corners (if so what corners), issues of mircon size aside. I suppose the answer is if you have any...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 29-08-2005, 14:56
Replies: 16
Views: 4,351
Posted By halyardz
Fram or NAPA?

I've talked with several diesel fellows and two were very strong on NAPA (car parts guys) and factory (in this case Universal) filters. Their opinion of Fram and Puralator was not positive.

Any...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-08-2005, 03:32
Replies: 37
Views: 50,238
Posted By halyardz
Bene's Oceanis

I've owned one smaller Beneteau and have chartered several bigger ones in the islands. Overall, to my humble way of thinking the First series is better. Charter-trade or sailing condo designs do...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 22-08-2005, 03:14
Replies: 12
Views: 2,087
Posted By halyardz
Infamous Weather Bill

This Senator is not on my list of favorite guys. Somebody pointed out to me that Accu-Weather, the private service, has its main offices in Penna, where Senator Rick S. hails from. You don't...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-08-2005, 21:44
Replies: 16
Views: 7,796
Posted By halyardz
Cruising info FLA West Coast

Try Claiborne Young's site and books (I have no affiliation).
Claiborne S. Young
Watermark Publishing
800-803-0809
opcom@cruisingguide.com
https://www.CruisingGuide.com

He also publishes an...
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