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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 13-11-2023, 18:04
Replies: 120
Views: 16,914
Posted By aquarian
Re: Tools that changed your life

1) Flexible shaft drill bit extension paired with screw or nut driver bits gets used almost every time we work on something because it can get into tight spaces and at angles like nothing else can....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-11-2023, 08:14
Replies: 20
Views: 2,457
Posted By aquarian
Re: To Ground or not to Ground. That is the question?

Great info. Thanks for sharing
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-11-2023, 18:59
Replies: 76
Views: 10,965
Posted By aquarian
Re: ICW: What does it really mean to "skip Georgia"

We live in GA. The anchoring restrictions are more along the lines of don't anchor within x feet of a marina or oyster farm bed. Anchorages are not designated. Never heard of any requirement for a...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 10-02-2020, 17:03
Replies: 16
Views: 2,496
Posted By aquarian
Re: Double Doodie in Georgia and Florida

We are living aboard at a marina in GA using a composting head. No issues. The double doodle bag is an interesting idea. Can't see how it is significantly different from our head.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-10-2019, 22:19
Replies: 20
Views: 2,934
Posted By aquarian
Re: Wallpaper & Glue & Insulation...oh my.

Bondo marine. It's polyester based.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-03-2017, 18:52
Replies: 60
Views: 7,798
Posted By aquarian
Re: Canadian Considering Boat in Sint Maarten

BTW: Great little boats. I restored one a few years back - still love them.
Note though that the outboard on the back end of her is there because they do not steer in reverse without one - unless...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-03-2017, 18:43
Replies: 60
Views: 7,798
Posted By aquarian
Re: Canadian Considering Boat in Sint Maarten

I believe Lindsay James of Maritime Solutions in St. Martin was a previous owner of your boat. He is great people and a wonderful source of info and assistance. Might be worth looking him up. Tell...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-03-2017, 18:23
Replies: 22
Views: 3,625
Posted By aquarian
Re: Rust on new chain plates

Great idea! Thanks
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-03-2017, 18:18
Replies: 22
Views: 3,625
Posted By aquarian
Re: Rust on new chain plates

We had plates made by a very good metal shop - great people with the best of intentions. We needed 316 stainless. We got unpolished 308 food grade stainless. They were trying to save us money and...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-03-2017, 18:01
Replies: 54
Views: 7,887
Posted By aquarian
Re: World-first as man crosses Atlantic Ocean unaided on paddle board

What is that saying . . . .
You can cross an ocean in just about anything as long as the weather is right. ;-)
Really glad he's been able to raise so much money.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-12-2015, 01:34
Replies: 162
Views: 17,047
Posted By aquarian
Re: newer boat vs older in same price range

And Quote Mark J

A new boat is new. Old boats need work - but I have never met a new boat that didn't also need work. . . . I like old boats. Without a doubt old boats need more work. The...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 20-09-2015, 21:53
Replies: 87
Views: 143,005
Posted By aquarian
Re: What size sailboat can be safely operated by a solo sailer?

My logic is goofy? I'm a girl and might not be able to turn that winch. When is the last time your CD player got you home? - lol - not hating. Yea, I know its four years old.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-06-2015, 18:52
Replies: 533
Views: 173,042
Posted By aquarian
Re: Refurbing / Refitting an Older boat - Advice and Ideas

Well said!!! This is what living in the moment is all about!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 05-09-2014, 19:09
Replies: 1
Views: 2,442
Posted By aquarian
Re: Ford Dagenham 220

I know this thread is old, but for those who end up here searching for similar info, contact Bomac Marine in Blairsville Ga. These folks are very knowledgeable about Ford Lehman engines. They carry...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 28-08-2014, 22:51
Replies: 51
Views: 6,856
Posted By aquarian
Re: anchoring, unmanned boat dragging -- what would you do?

Everyone would like someone to save his/her boat, but anyone who cares about his/her boat is not going to leave it a second time after the anchor has dragged unless there is a dire situation. You(the...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 28-08-2014, 22:45
Replies: 51
Views: 6,856
Posted By aquarian
Re: anchoring, unmanned boat dragging -- what would you do?

Good advice.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 28-08-2014, 22:21
Replies: 51
Views: 6,856
Posted By aquarian
Re: anchoring, unmanned boat dragging -- what would you do?

Sounds to me like they didn't care very much about their boat or yours for that matter. If I were them, I would not have left my boat, and my boat is not your responsibility. If I were you, I would...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 28-08-2014, 21:52
Replies: 71
Views: 7,375
Posted By aquarian
Re: Is it really that HOT in America and the Caribbean?

Ditto! and in the Gulf the water can be as warm as or warmer than a bathtub - not much cooling happening there. Those mooring breezes can turn your boat into a sauna. I prefer being overly warm over...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 28-07-2014, 20:35
Replies: 80
Views: 12,426
Posted By aquarian
Re: RawFaith: A Family Saga Documentary

Benjamin Franklin hooked himself up to lightening bolt - 'nough said - even though it belated - yes, I saw the dates
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 28-02-2014, 01:11
Replies: 225
Views: 31,904
Posted By aquarian
Re: Engine-less cruising

Might be a bit late to reply, but we met at least 2 engineless cruisers within 6 months time near St. Maarten. One was a solo sailor having a heck of a time picking up a mooring by himself. Another...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 19-08-2013, 22:20
Replies: 50
Views: 12,474
Posted By aquarian
Re: Wind vs. Solar? Recommendations?

Love your perspective!
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 25-11-2012, 17:33
Replies: 29
Views: 3,645
Posted By aquarian
Re: Missing My V-berth

Update . . .
I gave up and moved to the V-berth. My DH says he likes it better too except for the V - no foot room. So far it works best for both of us, but we will soon be moving aft again. To...
Forum: Cruising News & Events 17-01-2012, 16:13
Replies: 186
Views: 19,899
Posted By aquarian
Re: Does everyone here feel this way?

And, here we go again. I shouldn't have bothered.
Forum: Cruising News & Events 17-01-2012, 16:04
Replies: 186
Views: 19,899
Posted By aquarian
Re: Does everyone here feel this way?

When all the receiver experiences of a conversation, there is a lot of room for misinterpretaion - an LOL or ;) goes a long way to clarify.

But, personally, I don't believe it is joking for the...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 10-01-2012, 18:16
Replies: 73
Views: 12,266
Posted By aquarian
Re: Anchor Riddle

OMG!! You make me giggle. This thread is too funny!
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