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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
15-04-2024, 13:57
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Which digital caliper to buy?
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Re: Which digital caliper to buy?
Mia Copa
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
15-04-2024, 13:42
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Which digital caliper to buy?
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576
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Which digital caliper to buy?
I don't mean to be snarky but if you want .001 accuracy then at what constant temperature are you doing your measurements and subsequent machining?
Forum:
Great Lakes
28-03-2024, 10:03
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Cut mast in half???
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1,376
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Cut mast in half???
What about buying a trawler, do the Loop, sell it when you're back and then get a sailboat? Just a thought
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Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
28-03-2024, 09:57
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Battery Cable Crimping Tool
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3,822
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Battery Cable Crimping Tool
An alternative to trying to get a good crimp on large lugs is to solder the connection. This is done by first filling the lug with solder and melting it. Keep adding solder until you get the lug at...
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
21-03-2024, 05:28
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Filling/repairing small gouges in hull
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1,463
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Filling/repairing small gouges in hull
While the inquiry is about filing blemishes prior to painting the hull I have a question about the paint itself. Awlgrip vs Awlcraft 2000 as the topside paint. I have heard that Awlgrip can't be...
Forum:
Our Community
01-03-2024, 10:16
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Trip from Port Jefferson, LI to Block Island recommendations
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535
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Trip from Port Jefferson, LI to Block Island recommendations
Congratulations on your new boat. Before you set out on a week long trip I'd recommend that you do a couple of weekend overnights in Port Jeff. First time at the dock and then anchor out behind Long...
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Monohull Sailboats
24-02-2024, 09:48
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Need help Identifying the boat I have:(
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1,978
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Need help Identifying the boat I have:(
The HIN number is the key to positive identification. It's normally on the starboard side of the stern. Otherwise look at the previous owners registration / title that you get in the sale. The HIN...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
13-02-2024, 15:54
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Buzzer recommendations for glow plug solenoid?
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678
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Buzzer recommendations for glow plug solenoid?
Just make sure you can differentiate between the low oil pressure alarm and your new glow plug alarm. I'm just sayin ....
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
16-01-2024, 09:44
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Difference between Copperkote and barrier coat
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648
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Difference between Copperkote and barrier coat
In my area the pros I've spoken with have the opinion that 2000E will break down over time, approx. 5 yrs, and then start to trap moisture. Curious as to why you want to apply barrier coat. Is your...
Forum:
Monohull Sailboats
16-01-2024, 09:32
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Iphone App for color identification
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518
Posted By
Scrimshaw4
Re: Iphone App for color identification
Simplest way is to get an Awlgrip paint chart. That way you can find the closest available color taking into account the fade factor. I'd check multiple points on both sides of the hull. JMHO
Forum:
Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy
12-01-2024, 11:05
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AB or Carib dinghy?
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768
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Scrimshaw4
Re: AB or Carib dinghy?
I had a Force 4 for over 20 years before the tubes just couldn't be sealed any more. Had it on many rocky New England beaches and never had a problem with the aluminum hull. Wish they were still...
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Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
02-01-2024, 09:42
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Replacing solenoid; is it special?
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Replacing solenoid; is it special?
Corrosion is definitely an issue for the windlass solenoids, since most are placed in areas close to the chain locker. After replacing my corroded one I coated the entire replacement assembly...
Forum:
Liveaboard's Forum
29-11-2023, 13:35
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Live aboard slip near Washington DC?
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980
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Live aboard slip near Washington DC?
Since you're only going into DC a coule of times a week you mightwant to lookmat some of the marinas in the Annapolis area. Port Annapolis Marina is one I'd reccomend for you to check out. Ther are...
Forum:
Navigation
17-11-2023, 12:24
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help in route planning (Georgia on the outside)
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Scrimshaw4
Re: help in route planning (Georgia on the outside)
FYI: The St. Augustine inlet can get VERY rough and is notorious for shifting shoals. Highly reccomend you do it only at slack tide during daylight hours. When the tide is running the current can be...
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
10-11-2023, 09:29
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Water Separator / Fuel Filter
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688
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Water Separator / Fuel Filter
I'm not sure but I think it may be against CG regulations to have a clear / plastic bowl on a gas water seperator / filter.
Forum:
Anchoring & Mooring
10-11-2023, 09:24
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5/16" or 3/8" Chain
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Scrimshaw4
Re: 5/16" or 3/8" Chain
Bigger is relatively low cost long term insurance and provides better peace of mind and restful nights sleep. JMHO
Forum:
Monohull Sailboats
07-11-2023, 12:22
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Help! Need Insurance in California
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1,428
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Help! Need Insurance in California
You also might want to try American Modern @ 1 (800) 543-2644. Good company with great rates. JMHO
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
07-11-2023, 12:08
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Diesel will crank but hard to start
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2,154
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Diesel will crank but hard to start
I had the same problem with my diesel engine. It turned out to be a faulty solenoid relay that was not energizing the electric fuel pump.
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
31-10-2023, 10:47
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Sailing south on the loop
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876
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Sailing south on the loop
It's good that you're starting to plan early for next year. Just remeber you have to drop the mast to get off Lake Michigan. It might be easier for ypouto go via the Erie next spring after it opens,...
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
16-10-2023, 08:25
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Clear reinforced hose for raw water?
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2,737
Posted By
Scrimshaw4
Re: Clear reinforced hose for raw water?
I replaced the raw water inlet hose for my refrigerator circulation pump with DAVCO clear wire renforced hose that I purchased on Amazon. It works great and is worth checking out. JMHO
Forum:
Americas
13-10-2023, 12:42
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8
Need Resources regarding navigating the ICW
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1,022
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Scrimshaw4
Re: Need Resources regarding navigating the ICW
One of the keys to doing the ICW from VA to the Keys is to think like a tugboat pushing a barge. This is especially true when rounding bends. Don't cut the corners, take them wide. Remember a tug...
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Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
06-10-2023, 08:27
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30 amp to 50 amp
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795
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Scrimshaw4
Re: 30 amp to 50 amp
I'd also reccomend checking continuity in the splitter.
Forum:
Marine Electronics
06-10-2023, 08:24
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Best Autopilot for a Hydraulic system on a sailboat
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4,353
Posted By
Scrimshaw4
Re: Best Autopilot for a Hydraulic system on a sailboat
I've had a Raymarine hydraulic pump on my boat since '98. It's been rebuilt once. Great pump. I believe it's their Type II and it's driving a Hynautics Ram. Fully loadaed I'm 16T. If it failed I'd...
Forum:
Plumbing Systems and Fixtures
06-10-2023, 07:58
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12
Burned out air conditioner circulation pump
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809
Posted By
Scrimshaw4
Re: Burned out air conditioner circulation pump
Just 5 weeks ago I had a "Nettle" aka Jelly Fish clog my AC's strainer. Not only did the March Pump burn up, it also took out the relay control board because a fuse was not installed between the two!...
Forum:
Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans
27-09-2023, 13:50
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19
Sailing from Boston to New York
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3,043
Posted By
Scrimshaw4
Re: Sailing from Boston to New York
The run around the tip of the "Cape" to Nantucket can get knarly and there are a lot of shoals. Once past P'town there are no places to bail. If she doesn't like the open ocean then I'd strongly...
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