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Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany

24-11-2010, 10:38

Replies: 3

U.S.S. Olympia

Views: 1,322

Posted By Alan Welch

U.S.S. Olympia

This is probably not news to anyone, but I am planning on going to Philadelphia next summer and mentioned to a friend there that I wanted to visit the Olympia while I was in town. He mentioned she...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

27-08-2010, 20:33

Replies: 8

The Restoration of 'Lady J' - Week Five - Paying the Seams . . .

Views: 1,862

Posted By Alan Welch

That has to be a labor of love. Can't wait to see...

That has to be a labor of love. Can't wait to see the finished product.

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

24-08-2010, 12:30

Replies: 9

Headliner Adhesive

Views: 4,981

Posted By Alan Welch

Excellent tip. Fortunately, the liner is still...

Excellent tip. Fortunately, the liner is still partially attached so this may not be needed as it is already "aligned. But anyone else reading this post can use that information.

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

24-08-2010, 05:38

Replies: 9

Headliner Adhesive

Views: 4,981

Posted By Alan Welch

You guys are great, thanks very much.

You guys are great, thanks very much.

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

23-08-2010, 07:46

Replies: 9

Headliner Adhesive

Views: 4,981

Posted By Alan Welch

Thank you both, I'll be sure to clean the old...

Thank you both, I'll be sure to clean the old gunk off first.

Cheers.

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

23-08-2010, 06:47

Replies: 9

Headliner Adhesive

Views: 4,981

Posted By Alan Welch

Headliner Adhesive

The headliner, appears to be vinyl, in the forward cabin is peeling off and needs to be re-glued. This attaches directly to the fiberglass with no insulation. Does anyone have a recommendation for a...

Forum: Cruising News & Events

14-07-2010, 13:52

Replies: 76

What BP Don't Want You to See

Views: 8,985

Posted By Alan Welch

And if my boat's bilge leaks oil I am subject to...

And if my boat's bilge leaks oil I am subject to how large a fine? How large a fine is BO liable for?

Hey, I'm just askin'.

Forum: Meets & Greets

11-07-2010, 12:42

Replies: 5

Bright Ayes Says, 'Hello'

Views: 1,081

Posted By Alan Welch

I feel I can now welcome people here also. I have...

I feel I can now welcome people here also. I have found this to be a very friendly and helpful group, hope you enjoy yourself here.

Forum: General Sailing Forum

10-07-2010, 01:56

Replies: 48

Boat Names...How'd You Come Up with Yours ?

Views: 11,574

Posted By Alan Welch

My first boat, a Montego 19, was unnamed so I...

My first boat, a Montego 19, was unnamed so I chose "Grace", because she was graceful. Also I would say:

A. Named after Grace darling, lighthouse keeper's daughter who became a hero saving people...

Forum: The Library

10-07-2010, 01:27

Replies: 56

'Sailing Alone Around the World' by Joshua Slocum

Views: 21,864

Posted By Alan Welch

I love that book, on of the most inspiring works...

I love that book, on of the most inspiring works ever. And yeah, now I own a boat so the propaganda works. lol

Forum: Meets & Greets

08-07-2010, 14:13

Replies: 12

Bit the Bullet

Views: 1,476

Posted By Alan Welch

Thank you all for the enthusiastic welcome. This...

Thank you all for the enthusiastic welcome. This is a huge step, only owned a 19' daysailer before so this is a real step up. But she behaves herself well and is a solid, dry boat so I think we are...

Forum: Meets & Greets

08-07-2010, 12:05

Replies: 12

Bit the Bullet

Views: 1,476

Posted By Alan Welch

Bit the Bullet

I finally made a decision. After researching, (not nearly long enough) and soul searching, (for far too long) I finally reviewed the (not very) short list of prospective boat and finally made a...

Forum: General Sailing Forum

23-12-2009, 11:57

Replies: 10

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

Views: 2,089

Posted By Alan Welch

Well, I have already picked up some good tips...

Well, I have already picked up some good tips here and will keep my eyes and ears open.

Forum: General Sailing Forum

23-12-2009, 10:40

Replies: 10

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

Views: 2,089

Posted By Alan Welch

Well, size, around 30', and I have decent basic...

Well, size, around 30', and I have decent basic sailing skills, been on and off the water for 40 years in small boats. I plan to putter around the Pamlico and Albemarle sound for several years, and...

Forum: General Sailing Forum

23-12-2009, 07:02

Replies: 10

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

Views: 2,089

Posted By Alan Welch

I'm fairly handy with my hand, I rebuilt the...

I'm fairly handy with my hand, I rebuilt the little Montego when I bought her, and living aboard will be a damned good spur to do what needs to be done, so yes, this is pretty much my plan. I just...

Forum: General Sailing Forum

23-12-2009, 06:47

Replies: 10

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

Views: 2,089

Posted By Alan Welch

Oh God, I am so glad I am not alone here.

Oh God, I am so glad I am not alone here.

Forum: General Sailing Forum

23-12-2009, 06:38

Replies: 10

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

Views: 2,089

Posted By Alan Welch

Brands, Brands, Brands . . . .

I've been a small boat sailor all my life and have owned up to a 20' day sailer. I'm now looking toward buying a boat to retire on and do some coastal cruising, but frankly, I am flat overwhelmed by...

Forum: Liveaboard's Forum

22-12-2009, 17:10

Replies: 21

Just an Observation

Views: 2,832

Posted By Alan Welch

I wonder if there would have been a complaint...

I wonder if there would have been a complaint filed if you were anchored in a pretty sailboat as opposed to a shrimper?

Forum: Meets & Greets

20-12-2009, 14:23

Replies: 9

Good Day, All

Views: 1,097

Posted By Alan Welch

jdoe, thank you very much for that tip. I will...

jdoe, thank you very much for that tip. I will buy one before starting the search for my boat.

Forum: Meets & Greets

20-12-2009, 12:54

Replies: 9

Good Day, All

Views: 1,097

Posted By Alan Welch

Ah, that would make sense. Thank you for...

Ah, that would make sense.

Thank you for the welcome, John.

Forum: Meets & Greets

16-12-2009, 12:53

Replies: 9

Good Day, All

Views: 1,097

Posted By Alan Welch

Thank you John, I appreciate the answers and...

Thank you John, I appreciate the answers and information.

Delamination, is this also referred to as blistering or is this something different. And how to tell if there is core damage, can I do...

Forum: Meets & Greets

16-12-2009, 11:59

Replies: 9

Good Day, All

Views: 1,097

Posted By Alan Welch

Good Day, All

My name is Alan and I have been a small boat sailor (owned up to 20') all my life. After a reasonable career at Duke University I have accepted an early buy out offer and am retiring at the end of...

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