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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 31-05-2018, 05:09
Replies: 6
Views: 1,375
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Color-match not matched after hardened

I only used red, green, blue, yellow, and black, as tints to color match. Once you think you have it right (2-3 shades lighter), put a drop on the surface, brush it out a bit, then let it dry (or...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 31-05-2018, 04:48
Replies: 6
Views: 1,375
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Color-match not matched after hardened

You need to mix your color 2-3 shades lighter than the test panel to get it to match. Paint/gelcoat always dries darker.
Forum: Marine Electronics 28-05-2018, 08:19
Replies: 30
Views: 2,671
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Five battery house bank. Is this correct?

Your drawing leaves out relevant data.


If the batteries are all the same size, same voltage, and relatively the same age, you should be fine.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 08-05-2018, 10:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,847
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: A/C in aluminum hull

First, you should insulate the entire hull and deck above the waterline. Once insulated, it will stay cooler in hot weather, and warmer in colder weather, and no condensation problems. Without...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 08-05-2018, 10:37
Replies: 4
Views: 2,650
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Homeschooling - not so much online

Enroll them back into American schools, or in Brazil?

I homeschooled my children for several years without a certified program, and my kids were let back in to public school with no questions...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 08-05-2018, 10:24
Replies: 61
Views: 13,110
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: LLC,s Best state for sailboat ownership.

Yes, I specifically quoted the FL statute that says FL (other states are similar) does not collect sales tax on boats that are delivered (exported) out of state because they are considered exempt. I...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 08-05-2018, 06:56
Replies: 61
Views: 13,110
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: LLC,s Best state for sailboat ownership.

When conducting a private sale - that is the seller does not operate a business in the state where the product is being sold - of USED products, the seller has ZERO duty to collect sales tax.

For...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 07-05-2018, 15:48
Replies: 61
Views: 13,110
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: LLC,s Best state for sailboat ownership.

If you are not operating the vessel as a business, a New Mexico LLC is $49 one time. You do not need to file any paperwork once formed to keep up the LLC. You will never need to make any other...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 07-05-2018, 06:29
Replies: 61
Views: 13,110
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: LLC,s Best state for sailboat ownership.

It is difficult to answer your question without understanding your reasons for owning the vessel under an LLC. Is the reason for taxes, liability, business, privacy, or something else?
Forum: Dollars & Cents 01-05-2018, 05:37
Replies: 13
Views: 7,162
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Older Vessel Financing

The first time I did this, I used collateral - equity in real property - and my local bank with whom I had a reputation.

Every other time I obtained a signature loan, with good credit. I prefer...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 16-04-2018, 15:36
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Andersen ST28 Winches

I sold these about 15 minutes ago.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-04-2018, 06:13
Replies: 18
Views: 2,878
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Disheartening

I learned a long time ago to read the actual laws myself. Many are misinterpreted by the enforcers and the lawmakers themselves. A single word or phrase can make all the difference.
...
Forum: Our Community 07-04-2018, 06:04
Replies: 1
Views: 867
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Alternator/regulator over-voltage

Sounds like a dead voltage regulator.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-04-2018, 16:05
Replies: 28
Views: 6,359
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Urgent Advice needed - 2Months later, ’dry’ spots in epoxy/fiberglass

"Extra thick" will cause problems. Proper lamination is just enough epoxy to wet out the cloth completely. If you want to get rid of the cloth print through, brush on extra epoxy after the previous...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-04-2018, 14:11
Replies: 28
Views: 6,359
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Urgent Advice needed - 2Months later, ’dry’ spots in epoxy/fiberglass

First, are you sanding all cured epoxy before recoating/laminating?

The white spots are usually caused by, water under the cloth (usually escaping from the wood), or incorrect lamination schedule...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 04-04-2018, 13:03
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Andersen ST28 Winches

Lower Price
$600 each
$1100 for both
Free shipping
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 29-03-2018, 13:22
Replies: 23
Views: 5,816
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Watermaker and generator on same thru hull

Install a second 3/4" thru-hull, with its own strainer.
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 29-03-2018, 06:30
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By SailsWithFists
Andersen ST28 Winches

167314


These are 100% brand new, still in boxes. I bought these for a project a couple of months ago, then realized I did not need them.

$715 each w/free shipping

$1300 for both w/free...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-03-2018, 08:01
Replies: 27
Views: 8,851
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Ta Chiao 42 Mermaid

To what standard?

Your primary considerations are hull, deck, and rudder integrity, leaks, and standing rigging. If a survey finds all of these in satisfactory condition, that is a starting point....
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-03-2018, 11:10
Replies: 24
Views: 4,360
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Sailing to Abacos in May - advice needed

You don't need AIS, or Radar, or anything fancy. My first trip to the Bahamas over two decades ago I did not have anything: No compass, no GPS, no Charts, no electronics, no electricity, no head, no...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 24-03-2018, 05:52
Replies: 24
Views: 4,360
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Sailing to Abacos in May - advice needed

Why are you worried about thunderstorms? You have an ocean going sailboat.

Cross the gulfstream in settled weather with a southerly wind component. Most people do not go in late spring/early...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 23-03-2018, 06:48
Replies: 26
Views: 5,781
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Am I crazy to buy a boat on the east coast when I live in Southern California?

If living on the west coast and buying a boat on the east coast makes you crazy, I must be more crazy than you. Not only did I buy a boat that far away from me, it was also in another country! (and...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 23-03-2018, 05:04
Replies: 2
Views: 1,184
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Monitor wind vane wheel adaptor

I am interested. I cannot text you. No cell service in these parts.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-03-2018, 05:47
Replies: 42
Views: 8,935
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: need advice on two boats

You are comparing apples to apples - small apples to large apples, but still.

You are not going to go wrong either way as far as the boats are concerned. It all comes down to storage space, hull...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 22-03-2018, 05:41
Replies: 41
Views: 10,077
Posted By SailsWithFists
Re: Negotiating a new catamaran?

Since the Caribbean charter and private fleet is still recovering, I doubt you have much room for negotiations.
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