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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 25-08-2015, 08:36
Replies: 0
Views: 897
Posted By Thanna5
Yanmar dockside service

Does anyone have a recommendation for a yanmar service company that will do dockside repairs on my $LHA-STP engines near Stuart FL? I'd appreciate any inputs and experiences. MV AbraCATabra Capt....
Forum: Marine Electronics 29-11-2013, 15:16
Replies: 74
Views: 32,279
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Icom Radios - deterioration of microphone cable

To all hands. This problem with ICOM cords has been addressed. Look up BoatUS article and return your handset to ICOM. They will repair/replace deteriorated cords and connectors. I've had 2 of 4...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 02-10-2013, 05:54
Replies: 22
Views: 3,151
Posted By Thanna5
Re: St. Lucie inlet

I second the StLucie.com cam. Although St Lucie inlet is very prone to shoaling it is much used and has generally no depth problems as marked. It is constantly shifting and re buoyed. Approaches...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-09-2013, 14:54
Replies: 62
Views: 49,325
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Yanmar Starter Is Intermittent

Many thanks to the posters on this topic. I've had electrical gremlins for several years after salt water spray hit my port Yanmar 4LHA-STP. The starter and solenoid have been intermittent and...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 30-08-2012, 05:55
Replies: 21
Views: 4,299
Posted By Thanna5
Re: South Florida Canvas Referral Needed

My enthusiastic referral would be to Kevin at KTM custom canvas in Bradenton. Ship the work.. Super quality, great price, incredibly fast. www.ktmcanvas.com (https://www.ktmcanvas.com).
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 09-08-2012, 07:21
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Found a great little alarm system

I use this one, also Canadian. very versatile, can be gps enabled to track vessel, multiple inputs. www.insightsms.com (https://www.insightsms.com)
Forum: Powered Boats 26-05-2012, 05:07
Replies: 56
Views: 29,729
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Power Catamaran

I'm a longtime powercat owner and fan currently with a 42' Prowlercub. Check out the next generation at CruiserCats. Good luck
Forum: Powered Boats 19-02-2012, 18:33
Replies: 143
Views: 120,225
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Which Power Catamaran ?

Consider also what certifications a production power cat has.CE A is much more stringent than CE B, which is the certification on most cats discussed here. Consider also new offerings from...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 11-02-2012, 06:13
Replies: 4
Want To Buy: Liferaft
Views: 1,316
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Liferaft

I've had my best luck on ebay. Shipping is always expensive, so if close to home......great
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-12-2011, 06:24
Replies: 14
Views: 4,207
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Skype, Smart phone, Bahamas?

This may help. I use majic jack while at my home port in the Bahamas. Anytime there is wifi or other internet connections all calls made to another majicjack anywhere in the world is free. If your...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 14-10-2011, 14:20
Replies: 443
Views: 77,071
Posted By Thanna5
Re: liferaft - yes/no?

Why not? You can buy any number of used-unused ocean/solas liferafts for almost nothing on ebay around the world. Inspections must be current on vessels for hire, but not privately owned/not for...
Forum: Marinas 03-09-2011, 10:02
Replies: 10
Views: 11,211
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Relatively Cheap Dock In Ft. Lauderdale ?

If moving to S Florida is your plan, consider places a little further north. Martin County has one of the best school systems in Fl. There is lots of water for a shallow draft cat. There are empty...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 12-08-2011, 06:58
Replies: 10
Views: 2,721
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Bareboat Cats - USVI or BVI

I second the recommendation for using CYOA. Their boats show regular upkeep and maintenance. They also conduct a thorough orientation and systems review before sailing...invaluable if you've not...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 04-08-2011, 17:20
Replies: 9
Views: 8,016
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Hookah vs Scuba for Bahamas

I use an Airline by J Sink on my 42' cat...works well off inverter all day long with twin 60' hoses. You cannot fish in the Bahamas using any powered spears or with aux air...only snorkel/free dive....
Forum: Challenges 21-06-2011, 04:54
Replies: 37
Views: 6,437
Posted By Thanna5
Re: CBP and Border Patrol on the Docks

Please remember that when you sail into a foreign country without "clearing in" you are essentially an illegal alien and subject to penalties. Since 9/11 and the new anti-terrorist rules, all...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-05-2011, 11:10
Replies: 1
Views: 2,641
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Yanmar 4JH2-HTE

ATF-A is a mineral oil based transmission fluid available in Europe. Reference Sailnet diesel forums for a US equivalent (Dexron III) and advice
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-04-2011, 06:37
Replies: 8
Views: 4,314
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Customs

I agree with the previous posts. Look at where you clear in carefully. Some large ports have 24 hour local clearing...many do not, and this may require a personal visit within 24 hrs. I have never...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 10-03-2011, 17:23
Replies: 4
Views: 5,129
Posted By Thanna5
Re: U-line Ice Maker

I just finished a replacement of the "icemaker" part of my Uline SS95 (2004). The motor and cams to activate the switches were frozen by corrosion not visible without dissembly. I also read the...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 03-03-2011, 19:10
Replies: 19
Views: 10,867
Posted By Thanna5
Re: Flushing an outboard with fresh water???

I may be more anal than some others, but I store my outboard on a stand in the garage, and run it for several minutes is a fresh water filled bucket every time I pull it off the boat. When cruising...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 25-02-2011, 06:09
Replies: 6
Views: 4,099
Posted By Thanna5
Re: boat part customs in the Bahamas

I'm currently berthed in the Bahamas and have had multiple items/repair parts etc. brought in within the last 6 weeks. The info posted already is correct. Currently there is a $10.00 stamp duty on...
Forum: Marine Electronics 17-02-2011, 12:33
Replies: 53
Views: 9,168
Posted By Thanna5
SSB counterpoise

Here's another definitive YES for KISS_SSB. I finally got to remove 200sf of copper and have infinitely better signal everyday. It takes only 90 secs to install.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 07-02-2011, 17:13
Replies: 28
Views: 9,965
Posted By Thanna5
Pre owned liferaft

To my understanding, a life raft officially needs to be recertified on a schedule if it is used on a boat for commercial use or in a Solas certified event. Many new rafts need their 1st recert at 3...
Forum: Meets & Greets 26-01-2011, 07:59
Replies: 12
Views: 1,372
Posted By Thanna5
Flying to Nassau

Greetings Worldsaway;

Just a note of caution: before you leave Buffalo, make sure you have a way home already arranged. The Bahamas will not admit a foreign citizen without round trip plans...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 22-01-2011, 10:09
Replies: 13
Views: 4,616
Posted By Thanna5
Importing a custom boat into FL

Here's a straightforward way to find out what you need: Call Steve Brown
Sr. tax specialist for marine issue at the Fl Dept of Revenue. His phone was 561-640-2878 several yrs ago. He can tell you...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 09-11-2010, 20:53
Replies: 0
Views: 1,572
Posted By Thanna5
Raymarine Daylight Visible Display

Looking to update my Raymarine radar/chartplotter without a total refit. Does anyone have a Raymarine RL70 CRC plus display the want to sell? I'd welcome any offers or suggestions. Thanx
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