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Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 21-09-2013, 17:11
Replies: 11
Views: 7,923
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Most reasonably priced haul out facilities in the Caribbean?

St. Martin's is a hub for the marine trades in their part of the Caribbean. Parts for Antigua etc ship through St. Martin. Bobby's Marina is the major yard there. You might want to ask them for...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 14-09-2013, 19:14
Replies: 0
Views: 1,132
Posted By Bruce B
Late October to Bermuda??

I am contemplating leaving eastern LI (essentially Newport, RI) around Oct 21 for Bermuda. The thought would be to leave the boat in Bermuda for a month and then sail to the Caribbean in early Dec. ...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 14-09-2013, 18:31
Replies: 6
Views: 1,414
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Parking a boat in New England for a month or 2?

Try "Jack's Marine" in Shelter Island, NY for a reasonably priced mooring or Brewer's in Greenport, NY for hard or wet slips.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 20-08-2013, 19:37
Replies: 131
Views: 12,840
Posted By Bruce B
Re: What Would You Do? 26ft vs 34ft

One last thought. You asked "Do I really need 34 feet"? My answer is, if there is any way at all that you can afford it, yes. I am convinced that you will be much happier long term if you can pull...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 20-08-2013, 19:28
Replies: 131
Views: 12,840
Posted By Bruce B
Re: What Would You Do? 26ft vs 34ft

Hull speed is 1.35 x sqrt of the waterline length. So, guessing on some lwl - the 34 footer would have a hull speed around 7kt, while the 26 might be 5.6 or 5.7, so nominally close to 20 percent...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 20-08-2013, 18:36
Replies: 131
Views: 12,840
Posted By Bruce B
Re: What Would You Do? 26ft vs 34ft

I've had three boats in the past 40 years - a 33 foot wood sloop; a 37' Ericson and my current 52' Grand Soleil. I've raced on IOR 1/2 tonners, 1 tonners, 44' sloops & up as well as solings and...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-08-2013, 20:10
Replies: 0
For Sale: Volvo TMD 31D
Views: 1,155
Posted By Bruce B
Volvo TMD 31D

1996 Volvo TMD 31D for sale 100 hp (engine hours unknown, but based on history of the boat, they are unlikely to be excessive). Engine suffered a broken valve in a port and at a time where a...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-08-2013, 20:47
Replies: 66
Views: 19,271
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Want buy seaworthy boat for circumnavigation

If you look back in history an Ericson 37 made a successful circumnavigation. It has a reduced upwind sail plan and is built to go fast down wind. Much better performer than a Morgan OI. I happen...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-08-2013, 20:29
Replies: 6
Views: 1,021
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Exsisting Engine Or New

Hi. I offer up one additional issue to consider - it favors keeping your existing engine. New Yanmar engine clutches are not designed to prevent the prop from freewheeling by putting the engine in...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-08-2013, 20:05
Replies: 11
Views: 2,406
Posted By Bruce B
Re: No Hot Water

I've got a similar issue with a brand new, professionally installed Yanmar 4jh4-hte. Engine runs fine, but when I plumbed the hot water heater into the system - no antifreeze coolant flow to/from...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-09-2012, 08:49
Replies: 5
Views: 1,413
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Caribbean weather window

THX. Destination is nominally St. Maarten. Another option would be to take the boat to SC or Georgia in the fall & then to the Caribbean later, but this sounds like a lot of upwind work ("Gentlemen...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-09-2012, 07:56
Replies: 5
Views: 1,413
Posted By Bruce B
Caribbean weather window

I've been thinking about a transit from the US East Coast (Newport or Annapolis/Virginia Beach) to the Caribbean this fall, nominally departing around Nov 1. But now work commitments require...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-06-2012, 21:17
Replies: 45
Views: 8,281
Posted By Bruce B
Re: LED CONVERSION

Converted running lights to sealed LEDs (don't remember the brand). Expensive, but well worth it - 1000 hours or more since conversion; no issue.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 22-05-2012, 19:20
Replies: 4
Views: 1,575
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Gas stove

Further on your CNG stove - you may not need to replace it if you can refill the tank up & down the ICW. My brother-in-law works for the local gas company and gave me a pigtail that is supposed to...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 22-05-2012, 19:15
Replies: 4
Views: 1,575
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Gas stove

I've done it the other way. Propane to CNG. You will need to change out the burners on your stove as well as the tank/regulator. It's only slightly less expensive than replacing the entire stove,...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 08-01-2012, 08:32
Replies: 1
Views: 3,844
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Source for Alpes Inox Stove Parts?

I'm now in the same situation as your 2/2009 posr. I've got a rusted out Alpes stove burner. Did you have any luck locating parts?? Anyone know of how to obtain a new Alpes burner?? Thanks
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 30-07-2011, 19:42
Replies: 13
Views: 5,327
Posted By Bruce B
Re: Butane in the US

I did find a supplier in Northern Virginia who would fill my 14 lb tanks, but the price was ridiculously high (I seem to remember $140 a bottle). I also contacted the manufacturer of my stove and...
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 01-02-2011, 19:10
Replies: 8
Views: 2,122
Posted By Bruce B
Sorry, that's SailingNetworks - Crew Finder, Boat...

Sorry, that's SailingNetworks - Crew Finder, Boat Register, Marine Directory, Sailing Calendar, Yacht Marketplace, Marine Job Board (https://www.sailingnetworks.com)
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 01-02-2011, 19:07
Replies: 8
Views: 2,122
Posted By Bruce B
Check out www.sailingnetwork.com. I found crew...

Check out www.sailingnetwork.com. I found crew for my Transat last year through that site. Good luck. B
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 27-01-2011, 18:20
Replies: 22
Views: 6,803
Posted By Bruce B
I crossed last spring with a crew of 5 (total) on...

I crossed last spring with a crew of 5 (total) on my GS 52. Here are my additions to the conversation:
(1) The bimini provided a great degree of comfort during the trip. It was the "hang out" spot...
Forum: Crew Archives 23-01-2011, 19:38
Replies: 6
Views: 2,319
Posted By Bruce B
Good evening Eric - I have a USCG 50T masters and...

Good evening Eric - I have a USCG 50T masters and am an assistant coach at the USNA for offshore sailing. I own a GS 52 that I keep in the South River after sailing it last year from Mallorca to...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 23-01-2011, 19:19
Replies: 13
Views: 5,327
Posted By Bruce B
Butane in the US

Does anyone know where in the US I can get my 14 kg butane tanks refilled at less than "lab quality butane" rates?? Thanks Bruce B
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 21-05-2010, 18:03
Replies: 7
Views: 2,744
Posted By Bruce B
Agree with all of the above

Done both. Strongly recommend the inside route for the view and the overall experience unless you are way short of time. Keep an eye out for the currents as you can ride the flood/ebb cycle almost...
Forum: Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans 12-01-2010, 18:34
Replies: 32
Views: 14,069
Posted By Bruce B
I agree with those who have recommended...

I agree with those who have recommended Newport,RI and Block Island RI. I also agree with those who mentioned the currents -- you really have to consider them when transiting Block and Long Island...
Forum: Other 07-01-2010, 19:16
Replies: 12
Views: 5,610
Posted By Bruce B
My family has always enjoyed the 4th of July...

My family has always enjoyed the 4th of July fireworks in Annapolis Harbor. While it's not as grand as NY Harbor at OpSail, it's pretty cool. There are lots of boats, but you get to anchor close...
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