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Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 30-12-2023, 12:30
Replies: 0
Views: 322
Posted By svenkei
General Ecology Seagull X-1B water filtration system

I have for sale a new water purification system from General Ecology. It is an inline system to be installed in the pressurised water system of a boat, RV or at home.

The base system is a...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-12-2023, 01:55
Replies: 4
Views: 517
Posted By svenkei
Re: High pressure hoses for Katadyn PowerSurvivor 80

Thanks for the advice @SailingHarmonie, @tkeithlu and @markxengineerin.
I am going try contacting some suppliers of hydraulic hoses here to see if they can help. And indeed, I contacted Katadyn and...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 25-12-2023, 03:34
Replies: 4
Views: 517
Posted By svenkei
High pressure hoses for Katadyn PowerSurvivor 80

Hello all,

I own an older yet reliable Katadyn PowerSurvivor 80 watermaker. It is the compact two filter version where all high pressure lines are rigid stainless steel tubes (see image).
...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-12-2023, 15:03
Replies: 10
Views: 1,109
Posted By svenkei
Re: Serpentine belt driven high-output alternator on Ford Lehman SP135

Thanks for that. If I would follow the recommended installation for the pulley conversion kit the high output would be installed in place of the stock alternator (option 1 or 2). That would fit...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-12-2023, 01:25
Replies: 10
Views: 1,109
Posted By svenkei
Re: Serpentine belt driven high-output alternator on Ford Lehman SP135

I had to look up what PTO means :-). But a quick browse did take me to a few links about power take-offs for this engine indeed mostly used for agricultural purposes. The PTO's are rather big though,...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 17-12-2023, 07:57
Replies: 10
Views: 1,109
Posted By svenkei
Re: Serpentine belt driven high-output alternator on Ford Lehman SP135

Thanks all for your opinion and advice, that is much appreciated.

The Ford engine is indeed a reliable strong workhorse. It has served on my ship since 1987 and I hope it will remain in service...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-12-2023, 02:10
Replies: 10
Views: 1,109
Posted By svenkei
Serpentine belt driven high-output alternator on Ford Lehman SP135

Hello all,

I would like to extend my Ford Lehman SP135 (2725E) with a 250A 12V high output alternator. At normal cruising speeds that would yield about 150 to 180A of current flowing to the...
Forum: Marine Electronics 04-10-2023, 00:25
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By svenkei
Re: Autohelm 6000 relay problem

Thank's all for your suggestions and help. I continued down the trouble shooting rabbit-hole and found the problem .... it is embarrassingly simple.

I have a dedicated switch for the autopilot...
Forum: Marine Electronics 12-09-2023, 11:21
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By svenkei
Re: Autohelm 6000 relay problem

Hi delen,

It is RL1, de right most relay. Visual inspection of this or other components show no signs of burning what so ever.

Thanks for the link, I also found it and went over it. I don't...
Forum: Marine Electronics 12-09-2023, 04:31
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By svenkei
Autohelm 6000 relay problem

Dear cruisers,

I just finished crossing the Golf of Biscay to A Coruna Spain and found myself with a malfunctioning autopilot on the first day of the crossing.

I have a rather old Autohelm 6000...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 05-06-2022, 06:27
Replies: 3
Views: 2,223
Posted By svenkei
Re: Windpilot Pacific Plus

Hi Gerardus,

Thanks for asking about the WindPilot. I will reply in English because I have already sold it, kind of forgot about this add. Hope you will find another opportunity.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-04-2022, 11:21
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Hi George,

It is difficult to say if the price is too high or not. So many factors influencing yacht resell value. Motiva has a good reputation for building quality yachts with fine interior work...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 26-04-2022, 12:54
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Hello George,

Not this one but a similar one also offered by Creo Yacht Brokers. Creo had two 39s models for sale at a given moment (rare) I went out to look at the first that did not have a teak...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 03-02-2022, 10:06
Replies: 3
Views: 2,223
Posted By svenkei
Windpilot Pacific Plus

Offered for sale:

Beautiful Windpilot Pacific Plus
- Type I ( < 12 m / 40 ft, < 13.000 kg / 28.500 lbs)
- Model revision after 1998
- Used to be mounted on a sugar scoop transom
- Asking price...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-02-2021, 08:22
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Great cumulant38f, it's never to late to go cruising again!
Send me a PM and I might be able to tell you more about the 39S.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-02-2021, 04:01
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Hi "cumulant38f",

Welcome to the community and thanks for the timely question. I have indeed visited both yachts (a 39S and 42 Ketch). Both Motiva's but in many ways very different yachts.
...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-09-2020, 09:53
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

:biggrin: That's a quote I like!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-09-2020, 09:49
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Dear Dennis,

I just would like to say that, yes, Amels are certainly on my list of potential future yachts. They are proven designs that indeed have a large group of helpful and dedicated...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 01-09-2020, 03:54
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Thanks for the details on the insulation RobertL. I have a viewing planned for the Motiva and will pay extra attention to signs of rust in those areas.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2020, 23:22
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Sure, I am also looking at them but find the nice ones to be above budget again.

I had a look at two Koopmans designs. Really nice lines, strong vessels and very seaworthy but I found them...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2020, 11:21
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Hi basenay,

Surely you are right. Same as for those who say "you can sail any vessel around the world as long you have a competent crew".
Circumnavigating is not a goal by itself for me....
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2020, 10:47
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Thanks for your opinion there barnakiel, much appreciated.

I live in the Netherlands where we have a long history in designing and building quality steel and aluminium yachts. There are some real...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2020, 10:20
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Thanks for sharing your experience with the Motiva 39DS RobertL

It is indeed not easy to find these yachts for sale or get insights from owners. But I do have an option for both a 42 Ketch as a...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-08-2020, 03:51
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Re: Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Thanks for tips barnakiel, much appreciated.

I am living in The Netherlands myself where we have long history in building quality steel and aluminium yachts. Many mouthwatering examples of which...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 26-08-2020, 11:13
Replies: 44
Views: 17,675
Posted By svenkei
Advice requested on these 4 blue water yachts for a circumnavigation

Dear Cruisers,

I am not new to sailing but I am a new member of this forum seeking advice on the purchase of a blue water sail yacht to cast the lines and set sail for distant shores.

I am...
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