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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-05-2024, 09:53
Replies: 8
Views: 452
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Weights for mosquito netting

String weights work well. These are also good for replacing weighted lines for passerelles.


https://www.thelibrarystore.com/product/68-03038/weights_and_press_boards
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 28-04-2024, 09:27
Replies: 6
Views: 522
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Towing dinghy from 25’ sloop

Gord is correct (as always)….

“If you’re in the trough between waves, you want your dinghy in the trough too.”

I only thing I learned in my towing endorsement class was to keep the towed vessel...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 15-04-2024, 09:02
Replies: 27
Views: 2,301
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: CO detectors, marine or regular model?

It’s my understanding that a marine CO detector is more sensitive but you don’t have to buy them from West Marine.
...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 31-03-2024, 10:55
Replies: 128
Views: 14,060
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: For those who are cheering on the City of Miami Beach

Wow, what a fiasco. As a Miami Beach resident and a live aboard for over 23 years, here’s my assessment of the situation.

First, this is nothing new. About 15 years ago there was a push from...
Forum: Our Community 11-03-2024, 11:43
Replies: 91
Views: 8,530
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Favorite cruising related sayings

From Capt Ron…. “If it’s gonna happen, it’s gonna happen out there”.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 10-03-2024, 11:58
Replies: 53
Views: 4,557
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Mantas M1 or Sarca Excel

Panope is one of the best and most valuable contributor in this forum. We owe a large debt of gratitude to Steve of Panope. His research is extremely valuable and will live on for decades. I...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 24-02-2024, 09:31
Replies: 19
Views: 1,378
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Does anyone recognize this documentation?

Early HIN?
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 20-02-2024, 09:09
Replies: 22
Views: 2,066
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Typical difference between asking and sold prices?

The difference can vary greatly depending on many factors already mentioned. As a broker, I see this as a problem when it comes to listing a vessel for sale. The owner sees similar boats for sale...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 12-02-2024, 07:38
Replies: 22
Views: 2,364
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Researching less than 100K shallow draft 35'+

I’m with Boatman61 - The Prout 37 Snowgoose is a great option for many of the canals.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-02-2024, 09:11
Replies: 43
Views: 5,975
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: A story for old mariners

And don’t forget man ropes.
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 29-01-2024, 20:37
Replies: 38
Views: 5,979
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Double Mast Demasting @Sea

“My guess is that they had running rigging that looked fine on inspection but failed.“

You mean standing rigging.
Forum: Marine Electronics 31-12-2023, 15:44
Replies: 50
Views: 5,451
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Is it possible to reach customer service at B&G?

Mahe, Sorry to hear about your problem. Sooooo aggravating. I’m no help here but thanks for letting us know about B&G support.
Forum: Meets & Greets 31-12-2023, 09:58
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Brand noob from the Midwest wanting to get offshore

Welcome to the forum Josh.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 29-12-2023, 08:27
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: New Edson Quest Pedestal (vs Vision II)

Yea, I always thought it was a little inconvenient but it’s been that way forever. You do not have to have the throttle in the pedestal. If you have a better spot you could move it.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 13-12-2023, 09:30
Replies: 10
Views: 837
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Replacement head/holding tank design question

Tom,

I’m with PDX - you can add another ball valve at the bottom of the tank to connect the through hull for direct discarge thus eliminating the macerator pump. I’ve seen this design on many...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 03-11-2023, 09:45
Replies: 9
Views: 1,072
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: New connector compatibility with existing water lines

Diane,

My experience with these Quest fittings is that they fail quite often. I’m not sure but the picture looks like a 15 mm fitting. These are easy to replace with any of the newer designs. ...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 31-10-2023, 10:38
Replies: 15
Views: 4,048
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Favourite Sources for 2nd Hand Parts

David,

The Dania Marine Fleamarket is no longer. I was a long term vender currently stuck with an overflowing storage space. Need anything?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-10-2023, 09:25
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Plastic Seacock. Is it ok?

What could possibly go wrong?
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 20-10-2023, 09:43
Replies: 7
Views: 475
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Antifoul question: Looping next fall from Freshwater to Saltwater

KeepInTune,

A bigger concern would be your anodes. Once you are in saltwater you should have zincs installed.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 14-10-2023, 09:54
Replies: 35
Views: 4,907
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Shopping for Cheap Sailboats

Hey Rye,

I’m not a Facebooker but there is a Free or Bottom Dollar boat group there. Also, if you tour around boatyards, there always seems to be boats available for almost nothing. Good luck...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 08-10-2023, 09:46
Replies: 32
Views: 4,374
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Anyone have experience selling a boat by instalments?

As a yacht broker, I have facilitated this twice, both with disastrous results. The sticking points include:

When does the title change hands?
How do you enforce the promissory note when...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 06-10-2023, 19:52
Replies: 21
Views: 2,644
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Haul out in Florida or Georgia. Yard allowing Owner to work on boat

Hurricane Cove - Miami FL.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 05-10-2023, 21:48
Replies: 12
Views: 838
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Burned out air conditioner circulation pump

A real Hopkins Carter guy would recommend the better March pump…. the
LC-5C-MD. Especially if it’s installed in the engine room.
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 04-10-2023, 09:21
Replies: 14
Want To Buy: Pearson 365
Views: 1,772
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Pearson 365

I may have one coming available soon. Please PM me or email me at lclark.fletcher@att.net.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-09-2023, 13:54
Replies: 20
Views: 4,234
Posted By Capt Clark
Re: Lets talk bilge pumps

These are the best float switches that I have found. They make 3 sizes. No affiliation.
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