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Forum: Mantus Anchors 29-09-2014, 12:09
Replies: 454
Views: 92,673
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Sept Giveaway: Mantus Beats a Thousand Again!

I'm very interested in the 65 pound Galvanized Mantus.

Mantus Anchors | 65 lbs Galvanized Steel Mantus Anchor (https://mantusanchors.com/product/65-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/)

Best...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 07-09-2014, 17:22
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Water Shut Off Valve - Help?

I thought they were Whale too, but I cannot seem to locate them online.

I'm going to send Whale a message and see if they still make it.

If not, I will replace with a PVC 1/4 turn Ball Valve...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 07-09-2014, 15:18
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By Coolruns
Water Shut Off Valve - Help?

My water shutoff valve has started leaking. I have two of these, but cannot seem to identify them. Does anyone know where I can buy a replacement?

These are installed on my 1998 Jeanneau Sun...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 01-09-2014, 17:32
Replies: 10
Views: 6,131
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Yanmar 3GM30F - Starter WOES

UPDATE:

Thanks to all for the information and suggestions.

It turned out to be the starter. Bought an aftermarket unit from local marine supply.

It took about an hour yesterday morning to...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-07-2014, 14:56
Replies: 10
Views: 6,131
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Yanmar 3GM30F - Starter WOES

ExCalif

I'll attempt the voltage check with the VHF as suggested. Question: Does this work the same if you have a segregated House Batt System and Motor System?

The white wire I have been...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-07-2014, 14:49
Replies: 10
Views: 6,131
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Yanmar 3GM30F - Starter WOES

Thanks to All.

I wish I was at the boat tonight and I would try this.

laika and NoTies, I think it might be the wire between the switch and the solenoid. NoTies, I did notice a large voltage...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-07-2014, 19:39
Replies: 10
Views: 6,131
Posted By Coolruns
Yanmar 3GM30F - Starter WOES

:banghead:

Setting the stage:
- Early season, new battery 100Ah, 12V, 690 CCA
- Operated 8 or 9 sails since install, no trouble
- Two weeks ago, I had a failed pinhole leak in the lubrication...
Forum: Mantus Anchors 15-08-2013, 18:02
Replies: 475
Views: 60,486
Posted By Coolruns
Re: August Giveaway: Mantus Makes Another Great Offer!

45 Pounder (https://mantusanchors.com/purchase-online/galvanized-steel-anchors/45-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/) would be exactly what the DR ordered.


And, a 3/8 Galv Chain Hook...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 23-04-2013, 12:02
Replies: 671
Views: 43,001
Posted By Coolruns
Re: April Giveaway: Waterfixer

Nice. Thanks Water Fixer Team.

The Water Fixer Model 500 12V (https://www.waterfixercompany.com/model500.html)

Best Regards,
DJ
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 08-02-2013, 16:22
Replies: 18
Views: 43,073
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Typical Bluewater Liveaboard Size - Family of 4

Mischief, congrats! I have been a bit absent from the boards lately.

We did purchase a boat. A 1998 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 362 (~35').

She sails like a dream and seems to have enough room for...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-10-2012, 19:31
Replies: 15
Views: 11,213
Posted By Coolruns
Thanks for all the wisdom. Offer was...

Thanks for all the wisdom.

Offer was accepted.

Survey next Tuesday or Wednesday.

I will try to update as we move along.

Best
DJ
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 08-10-2012, 05:47
Replies: 15
Views: 11,213
Posted By Coolruns
Thanks all. I will be getting a marine...

Thanks all.

I will be getting a marine survey AND sea trial.

All looks in decent shape. Main and 155 jib look good. Main is fully battened She has an assym spinnaker though I have not...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 07-10-2012, 20:27
Replies: 15
Views: 11,213
Posted By Coolruns
Sabre 34 - 1st boat should we?

OK. We are TIRED of the club scene. Very tired.

We want to sail when WE want to.

We have looked at many available boats in the 30+ foot range in the Chesapeake Bay, MD and VA area.

We...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 21-06-2012, 08:36
Replies: 8
Views: 1,461
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Seen this past week

From Marine Traffic Website (https://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/default.aspx?centerx=30&centery=25&zoom=2&level1=140), the boat is the Zhen Hua 13

ZHEN HUA 13

Ship Photos: 29
Upload a photo...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 21-06-2012, 08:30
Replies: 8
Views: 1,461
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Seen this past week

Here is the information on the ship:

NBC Washington Post Article (https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/Bay-Bridge-to-Be-Shut-Down-for-40-Minutes-Tuesday-159548555.html)
Forum: Meets & Greets 16-04-2012, 16:06
Replies: 8
Views: 1,521
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Hello from Rhode River, Chesapeake Bay

Congrats.

We enjoy the Rhode. Have been there several times in the past year.

Hope to see ya out there.

Fair wind and tide.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 21-03-2012, 17:53
Replies: 85
Views: 19,952
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Built a New Fridge

The April 2012 issue of Sail magazine has a good article on retrofit of a fridge.

They used an Indel Marine Isotherm...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-03-2012, 16:47
Replies: 37
Views: 11,248
Posted By Coolruns
Re: What happened to my diesel fuel??

Agree with below, it looks like water was introduced to the fuel. Often comes out looking milky.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-11-2011, 19:59
Replies: 21
Views: 7,651
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Best Apps for Sailing, Boating, Cruising

Forgot to mention, we have some more review of this app on our web site:

Search Results for anchor | The Chronicles of S/V Datsariot (https://www.datsariot.com/?s=anchor)
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-11-2011, 19:57
Replies: 21
Views: 7,651
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Best Apps for Sailing, Boating, Cruising

I use Anchor Alert on my Iphone and have had no problems with it so far.

When we first used the app, we were in a blow of around 20-30 knots through the entire night and it notified us when we...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-11-2011, 18:32
Replies: 21
Views: 7,651
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Best Apps for Sailing, Boating, Cruising

+1 on Navionics.

Have it on my I-phone and really enjoy the accuracy.

We regularly sail in the Chesapeake and have found it to be very accurate.
Forum: Meets & Greets 12-11-2011, 19:27
Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Another Beaufort, NC Member

Welcome aboard.

Fair wind and tide.
Forum: Meets & Greets 12-11-2011, 18:42
Replies: 13
Views: 1,119
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Hi All!

Welcome aboard.

Wish we were out there with you.
Forum: Cruising News & Events 31-10-2011, 14:43
Replies: 461
Views: 82,260
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Crew of SV 'Sanctuary' Abandon Ship

JD1,

This video footage from MSNBC tells the story.

S/Y Sanctuary rescue video (https://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/45095430#45095430)

Best,
DJ
Forum: Cruising News & Events 30-10-2011, 06:56
Replies: 461
Views: 82,260
Posted By Coolruns
Re: Crew of SV 'Sanctuary' Abandon Ship

The weather must have been pretty rough. Here is another rescue, same day.

Emerald Isle NC Rescue (https://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/north_carolina/cg-rescues-5-from-capsized-boat)
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