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Forum: Multihull Sailboats 16-10-2016, 19:22
Replies: 76
Views: 18,734
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Re: Annapolis Sailboat show thoughts

The soft decking on the Outremer was SeaDek. We have it on our Nautique ski boat and we love it. We have the same color the Outremer had at the boat show and it has never gotten hot under foot- even...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 14-06-2016, 17:00
Replies: 1
Views: 1,831
Posted By Prerequisite
Inter Yacht Charters

Does anyone have any experience with Inter Yacht Charters? I'm considering chartering an Outremer 49 through them this fall in Guadeloupe but I can't find much info about their company on the web....
Forum: Marine Electronics 14-09-2011, 08:37
Replies: 24
Views: 8,095
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Re: What receives 121.5 Mhz?

We won't launch a helicopter or other SAR asset for a 121.5 signal anymore, but if we are actively flying on a case most of us do monitor that frequency for any signals. We have the ability to turn...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 09-08-2011, 17:57
Replies: 142
Views: 16,814
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Re: Mandating Adult Life Jacket Wear

I'm against the mandatory PFD law- but I'm not against PFDs. I always wear one when I'm in my kayak, even in shallow water. I almost always wear one in a sailing dinghy (the few times I don't are...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 31-07-2011, 18:41
Replies: 5
Views: 3,095
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: A/C Duct Sizing

10k BTUs should be able to keep a 28' sailboat pretty cool. What is the water temp in Kemah? I remember it getting pretty warm when I lived in that area. Most units lose some efficiency when the...
Forum: Challenges 19-07-2011, 14:29
Replies: 16
Views: 3,372
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Vanishing Act . . .

As mentioned, you didn't really all spend $9 for the dock. You each spent $8.33 for the dock and $.067 for the tip.

So here's the next question- who spent more than the other two? If 1/3...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 16-07-2011, 19:14
Replies: 42
Views: 6,614
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Impossible for Military???

I'm a CG pilot in Florida who deploys and I've been living aboard for the past year. It's doable, but unless you find the perfect boat and marina, it's not going to save you much money (though I'd...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 26-06-2011, 20:14
Replies: 92
Views: 11,896
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Re: Lost while the wife slept

I can't speak for the folks down in Sydney, but the thermal imagery I fly with in USCG helicopters isn't ideal for searching for heads in warm water as "Unicorn Dreams" mentioned. Hopefully they...
Forum: Our Community 24-06-2011, 05:09
Replies: 5
Views: 4,361
Posted By Prerequisite
I agree that you should try the one you have...

I agree that you should try the one you have before buying a new one. I installed a Garmin through-hull transducer as an in-hull transducer and it works great. I think Garmin says the hull must be...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 24-06-2011, 05:04
Replies: 73
Views: 9,371
Posted By Prerequisite
When I was boat shopping we found a boat that we...

When I was boat shopping we found a boat that we loved and the ad was actually pretty good. The problem was every time we'd arrange to see the boat, the owner would show up that morning and go sail...
Forum: Product or Service Reviews & Evaluations 22-06-2011, 18:05
Replies: 24
Views: 11,005
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Spartite

I've heard good reviews of it, but I've also seen a couple boats who's masts wouldn't lift out because of improper Spartite installation. It's a major effort removing Spartite from a mast collar to...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 12-04-2011, 09:31
Replies: 1
Views: 1,901
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Painting deck - where to start, where to finish

Not sure about what order will work best for you, but I've had good luck using 3 people to paint with Perfection: 1 rolling, 1 tipping, and 1 mixing/running replacement rollers & brushes. The third...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 06-04-2011, 19:30
Replies: 38
Views: 19,212
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Cleaning diesel tank

I had a friend who reported good results using gasoline in a garden sprayer to dissolve the gunk inside his fuel tank. He was able to suck out the gas and junk leaving behind a clean tank. Of...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 04-04-2011, 08:52
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How Many EPIRBS and Liferafts ever Save Lives ?

I'll agree that some people jump into a liferaft and set off their EPIRB when it is not necessary- Just like some people stay aboard a sinking ship trying to prevent the inevitable when it's not...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 03-04-2011, 05:59
Replies: 29
Views: 11,372
Posted By Prerequisite
I'm a big fan of the 'Brightwork' book so add...

I'm a big fan of the 'Brightwork' book so add another vote for procuring a copy. Also, an old salty friend of mine taught me his trick of using a small crock pot to heat the varnish to help brush it...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 31-03-2011, 18:27
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How Many EPIRBS and Liferafts ever Save Lives ?

I certainly never called you an idiot. I do see this from a different angle than most (but not all) of the people in this thread since I'm the guy who has to go out and look for (and hopefully...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 31-03-2011, 15:16
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

Obviously this decision is 100% yours to make so I won't second guess it, but this type of rationalization is absolutely fascinating to me.
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 24-03-2011, 04:06
Replies: 18
Views: 4,753
Posted By Prerequisite
I've found that as soon as a charter boat anchors...

I've found that as soon as a charter boat anchors in a quiet secluded area, other charter boats will soon follow. The trick is to anchor somewhere quiet and immediately turn on you stereo and...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 23-03-2011, 17:10
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

I agree with each of the last 3 posts! Though Sailmonkey, don't get me started on our old nickname for you in college!
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 23-03-2011, 16:40
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

Sven,
We must have posted at the same time. I would say that EPIRBs and life rafts do not actually prevent any accidents at all. Nor would I say, however, that they cause them. Their role is to...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 23-03-2011, 16:38
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

Thinwater,

I suppose that's a fair statement. If that's the case though, by the Sven's and your logic I shouldn't bother to wear a seatbelt at all. If having a seatbelt is the only reason I get...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 23-03-2011, 16:19
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

But do you wear them now? I do. I also carry a spare tire to prevent being stuck on the side of the road. I had a car that had no spare tire. I did carry a repair kit with me though. Even with...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 23-03-2011, 15:59
Replies: 604
Views: 68,090
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: How many EPIRBS and liferafts are ever used to save lives ?

I contend that this is poor logic. I wouldn't ride in a car without a seatbelt. I doubt you'd say the seatbelt makes me more apt to take risk though- Rather, I simply like to avert unnecessary...
Forum: Marine Electronics 20-03-2011, 06:58
Replies: 4
Views: 1,731
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: MyWi Users

My friend sent me this link yesterday about jailbroken iPhones. It is definitely worth reading.

Gizmodo, the Gadget Guide...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-03-2011, 20:39
Replies: 27
Views: 6,608
Posted By Prerequisite
Re: Shaft Alignment Problem ?

I had major shaft and cutlass bearings caused by poor alignment. I actually ate through a shaft in 7 days due to poor alignment (after having a new shaft and bearing installed with an alignment). ...
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