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Forum: Our Community 05-04-2024, 16:32
Replies: 57
Views: 3,940
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: CLODs

You are definitely not the only one. My wife and I lost our liveaboard Hatteras MY to Ian on Sept 28 2022. The reason I list the date so specifically is my 58th birthday is Sept 29. Yep. 2 years 1...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 29-01-2024, 16:45
Replies: 47
Views: 7,487
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Lobster/Crab/Shrimp traps - aaaaargh!

I'm sure I'm not the first one to chime in on this, and our boat was a 54' Hatteras motor yacht. But the first owner installed line cutters in 1986 that honestly looked like they could sever mooring...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 22-01-2024, 10:46
Replies: 32
Views: 4,418
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Is the market flooded with fake dangerous solar cable

While not with solar cables I have become very distrustful of Amazon reviews. That said, I tend to watch YouTubers like Trying Not to Sink and podcasts like Boat Galley for product recommendations.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 01-09-2023, 15:07
Replies: 26
Views: 4,714
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Bad experience with a yacht broker, appreciate some advice

We started out trying to work with one of the biggest brokerages in the country. Along the way I had a nightmare experience with Curtis Stokes himself, resulting in me getting a Cease and Desist...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 09-06-2023, 11:41
Replies: 51
Views: 7,340
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Planning a route - Fort Myers to Miami

Does your insurance company know you're doing this? Even with 13+ years in the Coast Guard our insurance required a licensed captain accompany us to move from Stuart to Fort Myers and sign off my...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 16-01-2023, 06:41
Replies: 136
Views: 15,407
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Do I Really Need a Life Raft?

As an old Coast Guardsman, with experience in SAR and recovery, keep the raft. Never say a boat 'won't' do something. Whether it's fire, sinking, or (Captain Ron moment) hijackers, having an escape...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 08-06-2022, 06:40
Replies: 15
Views: 2,321
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Looking for Recommendation for Fresh Water Flush Electric Head

We also have the Dometic. Can't remember the model but it has been trouble free for the 18 months it's been installed, far superior to the GalleyMaid it replaced.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 08-06-2022, 06:32
Replies: 31
Views: 5,147
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Any tips for reducing frost/ice build up on cold plates ?

I actually was a service manager for a transport refrigeration and temp control dealership. The fan, drain tube and door seals are key. The trouble with a cold plate system is you'll never keep it...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-05-2022, 06:45
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Long term refrigerator storage

Instead of taping vents and discharges, put balls of steel wool in them if you can. Won't allow bugs etc, and won't clog if you forget to remove them when you splash...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 13-05-2022, 14:48
Replies: 12
Views: 2,564
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Pump out black tanks?

Most US jurisdictions including the USCG will expect your Y-valve to be secured in the closed (dump to tank) position whenever you're in coastal and Inland waters. Just FYI
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 13-05-2022, 12:16
Replies: 12
Views: 2,564
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Pump out black tanks?

We actually had to open the tank-top fitting when we took possession of Pau Hana to look at this. Hatteras originally built our boat with a bronze pickup tube in the holding tank, but in the 45 years...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 30-04-2022, 14:42
Replies: 15
Views: 2,435
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Peracetic acid for decalcification

We replaced the hose to the tank on our 45year old Hatteras (PO was plunging!) And following conversation with other long term liveaboards in our marina, we keep a spray bottle of white vinegar...
Forum: Our Community 10-04-2022, 16:00
Replies: 24
Views: 4,045
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Marina recommendation in Ft. Lauderdale

Have to agree... Waterwayguide.com is excellent resource.
Forum: Our Community 10-04-2022, 05:21
Replies: 24
Views: 4,045
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Marina recommendation in Ft. Lauderdale

If you're willing/able to range a little afield, I'd recommend Sunset Bay in Stuart. Nice staff
, in-slip free pumpout service
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-02-2022, 13:33
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Bilge pump recommendations please

I have a deep well in the bow lazarette on my Hatteras, and since this is the backup pump for the V-berth head, I did almost this exact same technique, using a scrap piece of Starboard.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 29-12-2021, 13:54
Replies: 11
Views: 1,885
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: First Time Boat Buyer--Insurance Broker/ Florida?

FL Marine Underwriters (954) 678-2668


We had quotes from BoatUS/Geico only to be told "we will not insure first-time owners". Rick and his team secured coverage for us as liveaboard owners...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 27-09-2021, 14:03
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: ULTRA MARINE WEST GIVEAWAY - Ends Oct 5th

With a new to us 40 year old Hatteras 54', having good equipment is crucial. Refitting the ground tackle is one of our more expensive projects, so a new swivel and anchor would be wonderful in...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 25-08-2021, 15:16
Replies: 30
Views: 10,875
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Cost of new A/C install

I installed 3 units on our Hatteras 54'. While I realize there's a huge difference between a sailboat and a power boat, I'd like to share what I ran into. Disclaimer - I was essentially replacing a...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 29-07-2021, 07:01
Replies: 65
Views: 6,961
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: recomendation for U.S Bank and a rant

My comments on this. Avoid BofA. Treated us like crap and dragged out processing the sale of our house to the point realtor had lawyer call to get funds released for payout to us after note cleared....
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-07-2021, 13:15
Replies: 19
Views: 4,523
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Holding Tank Monitor problems and suggestions

I tried to wade thru the thread so I apologize if someone else posted this already. One of my marina neighbors sent me the link to this company - Their holding tank, fuel and water tank sensors are...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 25-06-2021, 17:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,494
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Best Small Air Conditioner for Oceanis 41

We have been very happy with the small footprint unit from Mermaid Manufacturing here in Fort Myers. Avoid MarinAire at all costs, new unit from them was dead out of the box-ran 2 months after repair...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 26-04-2021, 10:23
Replies: 123
Views: 9,005
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: E-MARINE GIVEAWAY ends May 3rd.

https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f141/e-marine-giveaway-ends-may-3rd-249704.html
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-03-2021, 12:59
Replies: 13
Views: 2,920
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: GE 100% silicon for fixed window rebed

Just to add to what Bill said, (earlier I was on my phone), I actually used the butyl string product that I found at Home Depot for about $8/box. There are 6-8 strings attached (it's like butyl tape...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-03-2021, 09:50
Replies: 13
Views: 2,920
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: GE 100% silicon for fixed window rebed

I went thru this with a fixed window. I used butyl tape behind the frame, then went around the frame/deck house join with a line of Boatlife brand sealant. It holds up better to marine conditions and...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 15-02-2021, 06:57
Replies: 209
Views: 15,405
Posted By rwaldrop13
Re: Stick to COLREGS or keep out of my way ?

Going to probably get flamed for this but here it is. I am an old Coast Guardsman and I saw this all too often. Reality is that the commercial vessels usually assume the rules are on their side...
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