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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 04-04-2022, 18:13
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By summercamp
looking for a DIY yard in Fort Myers, FL

Hello,
Can anyone recommend a yard the has a travel lift and allows the owner to do some work? I need to take off some teak decking, fiberglass and then put on new non-skid. Naples is also a...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 03-01-2022, 11:35
Replies: 1
Views: 675
Posted By summercamp
Sailing buddy wanted Merritt Island Fl area

Looking for someone interested in some day sailing on a 27’ pacific sea raft Orion. I’m fully vaccinated.

Thanks,
Tom
Forum: Our Community 21-03-2021, 03:52
Replies: 0
Views: 309
Posted By summercamp
Looking for mechanic in Deale, MD area

Hello,

I'm looking for recommendations for someone to do the following in the Deale, MD area: new cutless bearing, shaft coupler and engine mounts.

Thanks
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-03-2021, 03:50
Replies: 2
Views: 587
Posted By summercamp
Looking for mechanic in Deale, MD area

Hello,

I'm looking for recommendations for someone to do the following in the Deale, MD area: new cutless bearing, shaft coupler and engine mounts.

Thanks
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 15-08-2018, 08:37
Replies: 0
Views: 447
Posted By summercamp
Looking for transducer recommendation

I've removed a non-working thru-hull transducer and glassed in the old hole.
For a replacement I would like to go with an in hull transducer that does not require a hole in the boat. Looking for a...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 17-05-2018, 05:53
Replies: 23
Views: 3,061
Posted By summercamp
Re: LP locker - airtight fitting for solenoid wires

Thanks for the reply. What have people used? I'm having difficulty finding an airtight thru-fitting for wires. I found one on an automotive sight used for gas tanks but it was pricey. Maybe I'm...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 17-05-2018, 04:32
Replies: 23
Views: 3,061
Posted By summercamp
LP locker - airtight fitting for solenoid wires

I'm re-doing my LP locker and wondering the proper way to pass the wires for the solenoid valve into the locker while maintaining a good seal. I'm using an airtight thru-fitting where the rubber LP...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-05-2018, 04:24
Replies: 8
Views: 1,118
Posted By summercamp
Re: Looking for source for bronze reducer 1" to 1/2"

Thanks!
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 30-04-2018, 16:25
Replies: 8
Views: 1,118
Posted By summercamp
Looking for source for bronze reducer 1" to 1/2"

A friend gave me a perko sea water strainer that I would like to install. It has 1" ports. My Yanmar 1GM10 takes a 1/2 hose. I've looked online for a reducer to step down from 1" to 1/2" but...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 15-04-2018, 04:24
Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Posted By summercamp
Sailing - Looking for input on Wilmington, NC area

We are looking at Wilmington NC as a potential place to live and getting ready to take a trip there to check it out.

We are looking for any input on sailing in the area such as typical sailing...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 22-09-2017, 04:01
Replies: 12
Views: 9,355
Posted By summercamp
CapeHorn compared to Windpilot

When comparing the Capehorn and Windpilot self steering both look like nice and get great reviews with respect to product and customer service.

When comparing the Windpilot Pacific Pilot (U.S...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 25-09-2016, 14:22
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By summercamp
Re: Question on locating raw water seacock near sink drain

Sorry for the incorrect measurement. The distance between the two holes for the thru hulls would be about 6.5 inches.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 25-09-2016, 13:47
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By summercamp
Question on locating raw water seacock near sink drain

I would like to add a raw water faucet at the galley sink. There is enough space in the cabinet below the sink to install a seacock. This would result in easy access to the seacock. My only...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-03-2015, 15:53
Replies: 3
Views: 1,425
Posted By summercamp
Suggestions needed on shop in Deltaville, VA

I am looking for recommendations on a marina or individual to do some repairs for me in the Deltaville, Virginia area or Urbanna, Virginia area. I'm not familiar with the area but will be taking my...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-10-2012, 13:19
Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Posted By summercamp
Please recommend custom tank makers

I need a new water tank and and a new holding tank. Both will require a custom made tank as I can't find one of the correct size or shape that are rotomolded and readily available (Ronco, Raritan,...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 19-09-2012, 09:26
Replies: 4
Views: 4,312
Posted By summercamp
Re: Holding tank to manual pump to waste deck fitting

"I've seen plenty of manual pumps in place for overboard discharge, but never one that pumped up to the deck plate. You sure about that? Normally a pump out station has a strong vacuum pump that...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 19-09-2012, 06:58
Replies: 4
Views: 4,312
Posted By summercamp
Holding tank to manual pump to waste deck fitting

I am getting ready to replace the holding tank system on a new purchase. Current set up has a Y-valve separating overboard discharge and tank. From the tank the discharge hose goes first to a...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-09-2012, 07:21
Replies: 1
Views: 1,099
Posted By summercamp
Is there a flea market at Fall Annapolis Boat Show

Are there any flea markets/swaps at the Fall Annapolis Sailboat Show?
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-09-2012, 05:37
Replies: 2
Views: 3,330
Posted By summercamp
Disadvantages of bladder tank?

A new project of mine, a Frances 26, has bladder tanks for both the fresh water and waste holding. Both need replaced. I have never used bladder tanks and am debating the pro and cons of bladder...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 12-09-2012, 05:26
Replies: 2
Views: 1,166
Posted By summercamp
Disadvantages of bladder tank?

I have bladder tanks for both fresh water and waste holding that need replaced on a new project of mine, a Frances 26. I have never used bladder tanks. Locations for both tanks could fit a rigid...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-03-2012, 11:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,184
Posted By summercamp
Looking for Interior Mahogany Trim

Does anyone know of a source for pre-made interior mahogany bulkhead trim. I am looking for inside and outside corners, bunk rails, corners, edging and other trim fittings/moulding. There are...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-03-2012, 05:53
Replies: 0
Views: 1,238
Posted By summercamp
Looking for Mahogany Trim

Does anyone know a source for pre-made interior mahogany bulkhead moulding trim? I am looking for outside and inside corner moulding and track moulding. There are several for teak in 1/2" and 3/4"...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-03-2012, 05:07
Replies: 66
Views: 18,120
Posted By summercamp
How Important is it to Have a Stove With an Oven Gimballed?

How many people use the oven on their boat and how often? Is it something you can't live without or is it there because it came with your boat and you only use it occassionaly? I know much of this...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-01-2012, 14:35
Replies: 11
Views: 8,452
Posted By summercamp
Diesel Soaked Plywood - Can I Scrub and Paint ?

I have marine plywood knees that support my cabin sole. Two of them also extend down to the bottom of the keel. At some point they have been soaked with diesel due to a leaky diesel tank. I can scrub...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-10-2009, 11:29
Replies: 1
Views: 2,428
Posted By summercamp
Gel Coat Coloring Agent Shelf Life

I have heard that gel coat has a limited shelf life. Does anyone know if the coloring agents/resins also have a shelf life? I have some that haven't been opened but have been around for 7 years.
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