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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 24-04-2024, 06:52
Replies: 13
Views: 439
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Cockpit shower installation

Yes, it will. I have a similar setup and my shower head plastic has been cracked. And guess where all water went ? Yes, inside boat. So all my water tank have been pumped out to aft compartment until...
Forum: Our Community 23-04-2024, 09:50
Replies: 41
Views: 7,012
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Charged after visiting a boat for sale! Has anyone ever had this happen?

FYI : I was pushed once by one "broker" to sign a contract before even a viewing the boat. (The boat was in BVI and the broker was in Texas). After multiple attempt to see the boat before contract - ...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-04-2024, 10:29
Replies: 5
Views: 360
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Need help with an alcohol stove

It should have a rubber pad that you put on the top of cans while are not used. That will prevent from evaporation while is not used.
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 15-04-2024, 10:05
Replies: 27
Views: 2,044
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: CO detectors, marine or regular model?

$30 Home Depot's detectors are working from AAA batteries or from AC plug. They have some 12V for RV also but prices are starting from $80 already.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 15-04-2024, 06:25
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Wheel cover with pedestal

BBQ Grill cover! :facepalm: They are really different sizes and different materials to choose from (including sunbrella). I think I will be able to choose correct one for me . Thank you @OldMan...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 10-04-2024, 08:25
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Wheel cover with pedestal

Yes, you are correct. I am looking for Viko S35. And yes, as you noticed she is not coming from factory with wheel/binnacle cover. That is why I am looking that. Looks like most reasonable way will...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 10-04-2024, 06:32
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Wheel cover with pedestal

I am looking to cover the wheel with binnacle. Actually, the protection of instruments on binnacle is my major reason to find cover from the sun light.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 09-04-2024, 09:43
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By Texasvlad
Unhappy Wheel cover with pedestal

Hi All!

Where do you shop for wheel cover usually? Nothing complicated just looking for cover for wheel (32 inch diameter) with pedestal. Simple pedestal is in dimension of wheel.

Our local...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-03-2024, 10:18
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: HVAC place evaluation

Thank you everybody who can help me to make decision. I am posting the result of installation AC in saloon. Total cost of AC and parts was $4444.
That doesnt include the cost of TV: $700.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 23-02-2024, 07:56
Replies: 19
Views: 1,698
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Shot is best handpump

Kettlewell,

How is Babyfoot pump is constructed? Will water immediately run into the boat if rubber top is damaged and valve is open? Or is the rubber top just dust cover?

Regards,
Vlad
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 23-02-2024, 06:59
Replies: 19
Views: 1,698
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Shot is best handpump

Which one do you recommend? There are few types of Whale pumps by that link? Babyfoot or Gusher Galley?
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 12-02-2024, 08:54
Replies: 60
Views: 6,101
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: How are people charging Li/LA hybrid setups?

Ryban,
I like your sketch. I have even saved it to my disk to use when I will upgrade my banks. But some question: Would you put the fuse in between engine and battery bank or add some manual...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 05-02-2024, 09:51
Replies: 27
For Sale: Marine Coatings
Views: 2,458
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Marine Coatings

What the bay area are you in?

Apalachee Bay
Atchafalaya Bay
Barataria Bay
Biscayne Bay
Bristol Bay
Buzzards Bay
Chesapeake Bay
Corpus Christi Bay
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-01-2024, 06:25
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Not painted wood

Thank you @GordMay! I wil use KILZ.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-01-2024, 06:02
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By Texasvlad
Not painted wood

Hi All!

I had some service on my new boat, opened some panels and found that some internal non-structural wood pieces are made just from hard wood and plywood. They are not looks like painted or...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 02-11-2023, 15:39
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: HVAC place evaluation

I dont sure about condensate line yet. If I would go for Option I - it would be only one choice because the tray would be below water line but since I will probably go Option II - I can run...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 02-11-2023, 14:35
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: HVAC place evaluation

Shrew, yeah , sorry I have did draw all details for raw water line: i did not draw strainer, pump and discharge line. I just wanted to show that Option II will have it longer but it is less concern...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 01-11-2023, 07:17
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: HVAC place evaluation

Thank you, Pizzazz and Turtle. I will go for saloon installation. It will require some technical question but I will post it in new thread.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-10-2023, 13:28
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By Texasvlad
HVAC place evaluation

Hi All!

I am planning to install HVAC on my Viko S35 (3 cabins version).
The main purpose is to cool V-berth and saloon area. We are planning to use V-berth as main sleeping area while docking...
Forum: OpenCPN 20-10-2023, 07:09
Replies: 47
Views: 5,215
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: GPS via USB to Samsung A8 tablet

Have you looked for bluetooth option? Because you will be not able to charge tablet while using usb-gps. Bluetooth will give you option to be connected few meters from device (around the boat) and...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 31-03-2023, 06:51
Replies: 49
Views: 4,656
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Under 29 Foot But Can Stand Up In The Cabin

I had researched the boat for similar criteria (6ft headroom and shoal draft) and that list of boats you may look into: Dana 24, Grampian 26, Cal 25 and 24, NorSea27, Hunter 280, Coast 250, Vancouver...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-05-2022, 10:55
Replies: 38
Views: 12,608
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Solar Panels and Controllers

The controller will automatically disconnect the load when the voltage on battery will go below preconfigured limit. That will prevent battery from full discharge. So you can use that output to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-12-2021, 13:40
Replies: 133
Views: 20,761
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Fat bottomed girls

Thank you for pointing that sailboat! I have looked into sailboatdata.com and they have even Keel/CB version with min draft 3.75' that would be great for Bahamas and etc. But may be not too many was...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-12-2021, 12:20
Replies: 133
Views: 20,761
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: Fat bottomed girls

I have noticed also that all wide stern girls have very deep keel (over 6 - 7 ft ). That is expectable because need to provide bigger righting moment for the wide boat. Am I right or is there some...
Forum: Marine Electronics 21-04-2021, 07:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,181
Posted By Texasvlad
Re: backup, security cameras on board

Why do you need POE? There a lot of car backup cameras with monitor for less $100 for kit just google "wireless backup camera with monitor for car". They are 12V and no need to run extra video cable.
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