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Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 02-10-2020, 12:13
Replies: 97
Views: 11,628
Posted By castman
Re: Texas or Florida better living abroad?

Texas gets my vote, if for no other reason than lower humidity, unless you are on the gulf coast. We have lived in the Ft.Worth/dallas area for over fifty years, raised our kids, enjoyed diversified...
Forum: Navigation 20-02-2020, 06:40
Replies: 7
Views: 1,142
Posted By castman
Re: Printed Nav Chart Advice

Thanks for the helpful insight.


Castman
Forum: Navigation 19-02-2020, 12:57
Replies: 7
Views: 1,142
Posted By castman
Printed Nav Chart Advice

This is my first post so am not sure if I am in the correct forum. I would like some direction on what and where to get some paper charts of the ICW from Jacksonville FL to the Keys. I will be kind...
Forum: Powered Boats 04-11-2019, 09:47
Replies: 73
Views: 16,668
Posted By castman
Re: Trailering express cruiser... what size?

Andrew,


From your description, I am guessing we have the same power train as you. Our towing experience is nationwide with a 12000 enclosed dual axle trailer with electric brakes. This combo was...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 18-03-2019, 15:01
Replies: 46
Views: 7,036
Posted By castman
Re: A Trick Worth Knowing

Part of our Boy Scout life saving training was how to handle a swimmer in distress. This was at summer camp where some of us had lifeguard duty. We had to demonstrate proficiency in this maneuver.
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Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 15-03-2019, 07:04
Replies: 46
Views: 7,036
Posted By castman
Re: A Trick Worth Knowing

We had to use that trick to get our Boy Scout Life Saving merit badge back in the mid 50s. Hint, it does not work as well with Levis due to weight.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-11-2018, 06:48
Replies: 52
Views: 7,231
Posted By castman
Re: REMOVING SS screws from my aluminium Fortress Anchor

If all else fails, find a local machine shop with an EDM ( electronic discharge machine - not wire). At my former employer, we used this process to remove broken taps, drills and fasteners in...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-07-2018, 08:36
Replies: 92
Views: 12,373
Posted By castman
Re: Welder on board, power supply advice

Roland,


Just as an FYI, I have been involved with welding what seems like forever. Most of my experience is with stick and TIG, with a little MIG. That being said, I offer the following...
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