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Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 20-11-2023, 15:12
Replies: 0
[SOLD] TBS Non-Skid
Views: 339
Posted By pitlaw
TBS Non-Skid

I have what is believed to be a 10M ( 30’) roll of it. It is 50” W. I bought it from another person for a project that I never started. It’s light grey in color and small granules. It is still...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-07-2023, 13:18
Replies: 10
Views: 3,459
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Pex push on fittings and pumps

Update: I used Pex A and Sharkbite fittings. I am 2/3 of the way done. I have all new fresh water Pex and hot water to the under sink area but not connected to the faucets. That’s still hose. I plan...
Forum: Marine Electronics 27-06-2023, 05:45
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

I came aboard today. Inserted the chip and it accepted it and displayed the Navionics chart. I think using Chrome made the difference. Thanks to all
Mike
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-06-2023, 13:41
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

I just downloaded the latest chart installer. Noted it cannot be run through Explorer. Downloaded updates via Chrome so next time aboard I’ll find out if that made a difference. Thanks all for your...
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-06-2023, 11:01
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

Yes I believe I have the last firmware update. It was able to read the original Navionics card. Thanks
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-06-2023, 10:53
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

Here is the card. [ATTACH]276808
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-06-2023, 09:59
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

Thanks. The thing is that the Simrad recognized the sd when I first installed it 2 yrs ago. I don’t recall if there was a “ trick “. I updated the chip and that’s when it wouldn’t recognize. I...
Forum: Marine Electronics 16-06-2023, 08:10
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

I’ve downloaded using the Navionics program so that is not the problem. Is there a switch in the Simrad files I need to execute? The Simrad doesn’t seem to want to recognize the sad chip. I’ve looke...
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-06-2023, 20:14
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By pitlaw
Simrad NSS8 won’t recognize my updated Navionics charts

I recently downloaded via Navionics updated charts for the Atlantic coast. The files appear on my desktop computer on the SD card. But when I insert it in the MFD Simrad won’t recognize the charts. ...
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 25-01-2023, 15:00
Replies: 22
Views: 19,621
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Torqeedo Cruise 4 long term review

I just bought the cheaper 55lb thrust Newport kayak. Going to mount it on my inflatable Avon 310 with a 100 A lithium. I only need it in the Bay for hops to shore. We shall see if it’s enough!
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 20-01-2023, 06:36
Replies: 53
Views: 6,632
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Floating or fixed dock

I’ve only read P.1 but I am familiar with the Bay-Galesville and Solomons Is Marina slips. Two thoughts. Anchorage Marina in Baltimore is a huge floating dock. Take a look at their website. And, why...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 28-09-2022, 06:02
Replies: 193
Views: 15,270
Posted By pitlaw
Re: MANTUS MARINE GIVEAWAY! - ends Oct. 11, 2022

I see one of these in my future.
https://www.mantusmarine.com/bow-roller/
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-06-2022, 14:46
Replies: 61
Views: 7,668
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Repowering. Where on the US east coast?

I have been customer of Hartge . They can do any heavy duty engine work Call and ask for Alex Schlegel the owner and ask away. Solid reputation
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Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 16-05-2022, 09:46
Replies: 170
Views: 15,780
Posted By pitlaw
re: [ended] MANTUS MARINE GIVEAWAY - ends May 24, 2022

https://www.mantusmarine.com/bow-roller/
I need a bow roller to go with my Mantus anchor and swivel which are great products.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 04-04-2022, 05:44
Replies: 47
Views: 5,701
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Refinishing caprail in oil or cetol

My location is the Chesapeake. I stripped old brown Cetol off my cockpit teak and applied oil as per the oil crowd. Big mistake. After 3 months it looked terrible. Have since stripped it back and...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 27-11-2021, 06:22
Replies: 10
Views: 3,459
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Pex push on fittings and pumps

Good thoughts and thanks, all. And thanks DMBOS for the Flojet part reference,it looks like the solution, albeit an expensive one. I appreciate Bowdries suggestion but I am trying to get away from...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-11-2021, 12:08
Replies: 10
Views: 3,459
Posted By pitlaw
Pex push on fittings and pumps

I am planning a new fresh water plumbing system. I will use Pex A for flexibility and plan on the Watts push on connectors to make connections. How do I connect to the Jabsco fresh water pump with...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-10-2021, 09:19
Replies: 13
Views: 1,318
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Winterizing hauled fiberglass monohull in Maryland

You really don’t need to keep your solar panels charging your batteries. If they are flexible and easily removed I would take them off to increase their lifespan. I disconnect my negative cables...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 10-10-2021, 11:37
Replies: 18
Views: 1,900
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Help identifying plumbing fittings?

That’s PB or polybutelene. I am replacing mine with 1/2” Pex and Watts Aqua Link fittings. They are the same as shark bite with a couple of differences.

Does anyone know the thread type that was...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 06-10-2021, 09:10
Replies: 77
Views: 8,862
Posted By pitlaw
Re: BRUNTONS PROPELLERS GIVEAWAY - ends Oct 18th

A sigma drive sounds like a real addition that would eliminate prop vibration
https://www.bruntonspropellers.com/sigmadrive
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-08-2021, 10:58
Replies: 19
Views: 3,356
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Sales Tax and Registation

There is a lot of confusion above. DenverdOn has it right. The answers can only be specific to a defined set of plans based on the state tax and boat registration laws applicable. Do you Plan on ...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 25-08-2021, 09:29
Replies: 13
Views: 905
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Boat Yard Recommendations-Balt to Annapolis

Hartge Yacht Yard in Galesville, MD. Used them many times, excellent reputation. Not to be confused with Hartge Yacht Harbor. Just off the West River, off Thomas Point. Not a marina but they would...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 25-08-2021, 09:11
Replies: 30
Views: 10,866
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Cost of new A/C install

My 44’ Nordic is well cooled with one 16k btu unit. I have a duct in the forward berth, one in the main cabin and one in the aft berth. You may be using long pants and sleeves with two units,...
Forum: Navigation 22-08-2021, 06:34
Replies: 0
Views: 445
Posted By pitlaw
Simrad Insight charts

My 8 yr old NSS8 Simrad MFD came with their Insight charts. I sail primarily in the Chesapeake Bay. On a recent cruise up Tangier Sound I saw that the chart displayed wildly inconsistent depths in...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-08-2021, 08:49
Replies: 7
Views: 1,314
Posted By pitlaw
Re: Ideal method to store batteries

This applies to both AGM and wet cell battery types. Make sure they are fully charged. Disconnect them from the load, that is the + and - which go to the boat.
Leave them on the boat. Assuming all...
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