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Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 09-03-2024, 13:58
Replies: 6
Views: 570
Posted By nightowle
Re: BVI advice for May charter

I was certified through Dive BVI that was operating out of Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor but I understand they have an operation at nearby Scrub Island now. I do recommend them.

I'm not sure about...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 31-01-2024, 17:41
Replies: 76
Views: 10,219
Posted By nightowle
Re: Has boat insurance become so hard to find?

As a recently retired boat broker, I had counseled my clients to check on insurance early in their search. Nationwide, the game has changed in terms of limited availability for those without prior...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 11-01-2024, 18:03
Replies: 10
Views: 802
Posted By nightowle
Re: Integrity of a Patched Dinghy

I've tried patching in the past, even professionally and it's never worked - short-term, medium-term, or long-term. I'd be pretty pissed if this was a near-new dinghy.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 11-01-2024, 17:59
Replies: 15
Views: 2,691
Posted By nightowle
Re: Dyneema rig goes slack in the cold??? Not for me!!

thanks for the info, or should I say - warning? Now I know to steer clear of this for these purposes. I'm in an area that sees enough temperature shifts to warrant concern.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-01-2024, 17:42
Replies: 1
Views: 353
Posted By nightowle
Re: Sailing Charter Destinations (beyond the BVI) with abundant mooring balls?

I'd suggest using a charter travel specialist from a company like Ed Hamilton. They have the experience to make these sorts of suggestions. I've done quite a few bareboat charters (and a couple of...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 15-12-2023, 19:45
Replies: 287
Views: 24,454
Posted By nightowle
Re: Anchor Balls

I don't even know where to buy one. :)
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 15-12-2023, 19:41
Replies: 63
Views: 9,604
Posted By nightowle
Re: Another one: aground at ponce inlet and rescued

Even though we're in an age where fact is dead. Anecdotal evidence is still a poor substitute for actual statistics, me thinks.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 06-12-2023, 16:57
Replies: 5
Views: 469
Posted By nightowle
Re: Lifeline Stancion Base

Posting a picture would be helpful.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 22-11-2023, 16:07
Replies: 36
Views: 4,420
Posted By nightowle
Re: Things you wish you would have done...

Good idea on the survey, S/V Illusion.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 22-11-2023, 16:05
Replies: 36
Views: 4,563
Posted By nightowle
Re: Failing macerator pumps

Meshugah; I like your handle!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-10-2023, 21:58
Replies: 3
Views: 475
Posted By nightowle
Re: Atomic Four Engine needed

Have you checked online with Moyer Marine?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 11-10-2023, 18:01
Replies: 4
Views: 653
Posted By nightowle
Re: Tips on replacing acrylic in Gebo opening portlight

The latest issue of Practical Sailor just addressed how to cut your own. But yes, plastics shops can do it for sure. Here on the US West Coast TAP plastics is the go-to place for this work. ...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 11-10-2023, 17:57
Replies: 32
Views: 4,364
Posted By nightowle
Re: Anyone have experience selling a boat by instalments?

A friend came to me recently for advice b/c I'm a retired attorney. He sold a half interest in his 30' Catalina knowing the guy would be a "part-time" liveaboard. The fellow made one payment and...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 28-09-2023, 16:54
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By nightowle
Re: Non-EU Resident, Non-EU Flagged Boat, Personal items during entry by air

Your new sails would clearly exceed the duty-free exclusion allowance no doubt, even for personal possessions. You could try to waltz through the "nothing to declare" lane but sails are large and...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-07-2023, 22:09
Replies: 18
Views: 2,170
Posted By nightowle
Re: Fixing an unregistered out-of-state boat? Beware "use tax"

I'll assume there's actually a question in your original post. The vast majority of jurisdictions will charge either a sales tax or a use tax. Very rarely are there exceptions.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-07-2023, 22:00
Replies: 6
Views: 541
Posted By nightowle
Re: O-ring options MD2030D

Have you looked to see what the equivalent would be for the similar model Perkins?
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 18-07-2023, 14:37
Replies: 132
Views: 16,933
Posted By nightowle
Re: Island piglet: the right boat for remote voyaging?

Just buy one out there. Look for one in Langkawi, Malaysia known as the "End of the Road" marina for boat sales. This is where some nice sailboats can be had at reasonable prices sold by sailors...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 18-07-2023, 14:32
Replies: 2
Views: 335
Posted By nightowle
Re: Removing Ice Box to Install Holding Tank

I apologize if this sounds naive, but is there any available space towards the front or back of the galley?
Forum: Meets & Greets 03-07-2023, 17:41
Replies: 56
Views: 6,054
Posted By nightowle
Re: ARE WE MAD? Embarking on a sailing adventure with zero experience

You'll regret this, for sure. :biggrin: Just pack lots of hard liquor and a life raft.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-06-2023, 16:27
Replies: 102
Views: 18,771
Posted By nightowle
Re: Old "bluewater" cruiser VS. new Beneteau, Jeanneau etc.

Look for boat deals in the "Divorce Capital" of Mexico, usually La Paz or Cabo. So-called, because one of the spouses was convinced blue water cruising was a good idea and that's as far as they got...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 15-05-2023, 15:54
Replies: 25
Views: 13,328
Posted By nightowle
Re: China diesel heater (Brand Vevor) control unit manaul

use your picture to do a Google search. The proper manual may come up.
Forum: Oceania - Australiana 10-05-2023, 21:04
Replies: 7
Views: 984
Posted By nightowle
Re: New Caledonia - Customs entry by plane - departure by boat

Why not ask a boat broker in New Caledonia? Surely they would know.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 01-03-2023, 16:48
Replies: 53
Views: 5,837
Posted By nightowle
Re: What are your thoughts about fractional ownership?

From a friend's experience, it all worked fine until one of the co-owners was drunk and plowed the boat into a bridge support. A young lady was launched over the bow and was killed. The friend...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 23-02-2023, 01:50
Replies: 13
Views: 2,590
Posted By nightowle
Re: Bavaria 39 Cruiser - known issues, what to look into?

Congratulations. You won't regret being a Bavaria owner. Enjoy!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-02-2023, 23:41
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By nightowle
Re: Used Bavaria

That's really a shame because Bavaria's in general are great production boats, and that model is a nice one. But if they aren't providing truly adequate answers to these two questions then you...
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