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Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 03-04-2024, 15:43
Replies: 22
Views: 7,631
Posted By gonesail
Re: Exuma accident and death

sometimes you have to wonder whether this is passive aggressive and purposeful. sorry to know this happened :nonono:
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 02-04-2024, 16:56
Replies: 3
Views: 888
Posted By gonesail
Re: 2014 Jeanneau 44 DS for sale

Those colors are definitely cheerful :smile:
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-04-2024, 15:58
Replies: 1
Views: 210
Posted By gonesail
Re: Awlwood Fail

i have seen the awlwood turn a pinkish color .. similar to this but the finish coat was still glossy and intact.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-03-2024, 08:20
Replies: 41
Views: 3,849
Posted By gonesail
Re: DIY dodger

aluminum .. not SS tubes? you already lost me there.
Forum: Our Community 25-03-2024, 17:02
Replies: 19
Views: 1,801
Posted By gonesail
Re: Boats with extensive owner performed refits?

make sure it is insurable before proceeding.
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 23-03-2024, 06:52
Replies: 2
Views: 754
Posted By gonesail
Re: Hans Christian 34 For Sale in Caribbean 35k

is the orange color to make the boat more visible from the air?
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 22-03-2024, 17:09
Replies: 91
Views: 7,077
Posted By gonesail
Re: Jost Van Dyke Customs Shakedown

my brother lives down there and won't go anywhere close to the BVI waters. that was long time before the covid fiasco. who needs it anyway.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 20-03-2024, 00:46
Replies: 18
Views: 1,677
Posted By gonesail
Re: How to reduce the diameter of a thru hull to install new skin fitting?

i see no problem with filling the 3mm gap with thickened epoxy which is incredibly strong. you may need to drill the hole out after that. up to you.
Forum: OpenCPN 19-03-2024, 08:29
Replies: 142
Views: 9,075
Posted By gonesail
Re: First Principles For A New User

i run ubuntu linux and have zero problems with open CPN. have used it for years now. then again i am an experienced computer user. i just wish there were more charts available .. especially inland...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 19-03-2024, 02:04
Replies: 27
Want To Buy: Tayana 37
Views: 4,080
Posted By gonesail
Re: Tayana 37

we had one of those that sold at my marina last year. stunning boat .. inside and out .. and no teak decks. roughly the same price as the tayana 37 but a more modern design. agree with your canoe...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-03-2024, 17:06
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By gonesail
Re: Why coolant overflow tank no work?

antifreeze .. ethylene glycol .. is sticky and nasty .. but it won't poison you unless you drink it. try changing your fresh water pump if you really want to have some fun :nonono:
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-03-2024, 13:53
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By gonesail
Re: Why coolant overflow tank no work?

there can be a way for coolant to cross over to the raw water circuit in the heat exchanger. maybe.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 16-03-2024, 16:40
Replies: 36
Views: 5,235
Posted By gonesail
Re: Raritan PHII leaks EVERYWHERE! Alternatives?

i wish i had a PHII. try replacing parts on a Groco HF .. breath taking.
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 13-03-2024, 14:33
Replies: 31
Views: 2,520
Posted By gonesail
Re: The Importance of ‘Good’ Sleep

i am what call "biphasic" sleeper. usually pass out around 9:00 at night then wake up at around midnight. stay up for a 3 or 4 hours and then if i am lucky sleep until 8:00 in the morning. sometimes...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-03-2024, 12:14
Replies: 37
Views: 3,690
Posted By gonesail
Re: Fuel Transfer Pump + Jerry Can

the plastic jerry cans have shutoff spouts that can easily work while the boat is underway. quick and painless.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-03-2024, 09:35
Replies: 10
Views: 573
Posted By gonesail
Re: BVI charter: 43 ft vs 51 ft monohull? Is 51 ft too big?

that 51 footer is a huge boat. heavy sails. big jibs. big anchor but you might just grab a mooring. yes it will be warm in May but there are trade winds down there. seems like 4 could be alright in...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 12-03-2024, 18:00
Replies: 7
For Sale: Cabot 36
Views: 2,202
Posted By gonesail
Re: Cabot 36

wow what a great deal. sorry you were unable to finish your boat.
Forum: Our Community 12-03-2024, 00:40
Replies: 91
Views: 8,176
Posted By gonesail
Re: Favorite cruising related sayings

this boat is falling apart faster than i can fix it.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-03-2024, 08:51
Replies: 12
Views: 701
Posted By gonesail
Re: Downeaster 38

i looked at one years ago .. it was in sad shape. beautiful boats but probably all that is out there are projects. encapsulated tanks etc.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-03-2024, 09:58
Replies: 28
Views: 3,211
Posted By gonesail
Re: Is anybody else finding dealing with vendors has become difficult?

I am finding that if you can't get it from Amazon .. you may be waiting longer or paying more than you planned on :rolleyes:
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 06-03-2024, 08:18
Replies: 43
Views: 4,732
Posted By gonesail
Re: Marina Corporate Buy-out? Alternatives?

that's what i think the eventual goal is of our recently sold marina. it was built when 30' was considered a big boat :rolleyes:
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 06-03-2024, 07:13
Replies: 43
Views: 4,732
Posted By gonesail
Re: Marina Corporate Buy-out? Alternatives?

this and more. our good old marina was sold last year. the first thing the new owner did was raise the rates and run off the dockmaster. now he has parked a bunch of rental power boats in the vacant...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-03-2024, 04:12
Replies: 10
Views: 824
Posted By gonesail
Re: 2 years on the hard - now what?

life hit me in the head with a few bricks last year. good luck with your launch.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-03-2024, 06:37
Replies: 51
Views: 3,969
Posted By gonesail
Re: Project boat as first boat?

find a boat that someone else has fixed up .. otherwise save your money and keep looking .. until you can. good luck.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-03-2024, 02:21
Replies: 6
Views: 1,434
Posted By gonesail
Re: Couple murdered on their boat

so sad. we all hope that the mentally ill and violent in society never reach out and touch us. just a bloody shame that never should have happened :nonono:
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