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Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 13-12-2020, 10:10
Replies: 71
Views: 16,693
Posted By aliddell
Re: Shark attack St Martin..

Amazing video! Thanks!
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 15-11-2020, 08:55
Replies: 9
Views: 3,319
Posted By aliddell
Re: '93 Catalina 36 on Chesapeake Bay

Can you tell me what ground tackle you have and do you have and anchor roller...windlass? Also what is the bridge clearance?
Forum: Challenges 07-10-2020, 21:37
Replies: 18
Views: 2,926
Posted By aliddell
Re: Sunfish to Coronado Islands

Years ago four of us took a 17' thistle from Long Beach to Catalina. The afternoon wind developed a sea that almost stopped us; progress was very slow. Took us from 11AM to 9PM. Trip was scary and...
Forum: Navigation 16-10-2019, 14:52
Replies: 37
Views: 7,520
Posted By aliddell
Re: Timing; NY to FL

Thanks for the insight. 34' monohull, 4'1" draft, dodger and bimini w/connector. Probably inside as I haven't done that yet.
Forum: Navigation 16-10-2019, 14:06
Replies: 37
Views: 7,520
Posted By aliddell
Timing; NY to FL

What is the latest practical time to take a sailboat south from New York to Florida? No time restraints, I can take my time.
Thanks,
Andy
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 20-09-2019, 07:26
Replies: 112
Views: 11,087
Posted By aliddell
Re: CMP GIVEAWAY - ends Sept 30th, 2019

https://octopusdrives.com/download/linear-drive-brochure/?wpdmdl=1129&refresh=5d84dd44e36211568988484
This would sure free up a lot of my time underway!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 25-08-2019, 10:13
Replies: 36
Views: 9,012
Posted By aliddell
Re: Where to Retire and sail.

Lot’s of talk about Panama...which side?
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 22-05-2019, 17:27
Replies: 17
Views: 2,424
Posted By aliddell
Re: Insect control while on the hard for hurricane season

+1 for Sunpacs!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 11-05-2019, 22:44
Replies: 76
Views: 10,421
Posted By aliddell
Re: Do I have a blown head gasket

I used a tester from Napa that fits over the coolant filler hole and indicates whether there are combustion gases in the coolant. Mine was positive so I removed the head and took to a maciine shop...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 07-04-2019, 16:20
Replies: 10
Views: 3,874
Posted By aliddell
Dingy motor lifting harness.

Does anyone know of a source for a harness for lifting a small outboard with a davit?
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 17-01-2019, 15:14
Replies: 48
Views: 5,565
Posted By aliddell
Re: Forgetful old fart and autopilot

Took our small trawler from Anacortes to Alaska; Sitka, Juneau and points in between. Had autopilot hooked to GPS and used A/P 90% of the time. Nice for compensating for many current changes to stay...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-08-2018, 10:44
Replies: 8
Views: 4,318
Posted By aliddell
Re: Yanmar 3JH3CE water pump replacement advice

I had a Yanmar 3JH2E, in my Pacific Seacraft 34. Same issue. In addition, to remove the impeller, was next to impossible as it was behind the alternator and just in front of the starter....very poor...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-08-2018, 10:43
Replies: 29
Views: 3,502
Posted By aliddell
Re: Removing raw water deposits

+1 for barnacle buster.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-07-2018, 10:20
Replies: 20
Views: 18,597
Posted By aliddell
Re: Average cost for yanmar 4cyl 55-60hp

I just got a quote for a new 55 hp Yanmar; $19,000.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 31-12-2017, 08:37
Replies: 36
Views: 7,681
Posted By aliddell
Re: Polish sailor adrift 7 months on modified lifeboat

No mention of water...seven months is a long time!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 18-12-2017, 11:57
Replies: 23
Views: 3,389
Posted By aliddell
Re: Okeechobee Route... 46' Height

The last I knew the limiting bridge height east of Okeechobee was 49". My gemini 105M had no problem at all.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-12-2017, 09:30
Replies: 23
Views: 3,389
Posted By aliddell
Re: Okeechobee Route... 46' Height

Have done that route in my Gemini. No issues. Indian Town and LaBelle are good stops. Labelle is free and quick walk to town.:smile:
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-03-2017, 14:30
Replies: 45
Views: 22,110
Posted By aliddell
Re: Seawater Impeller Change on Yanmar 4JH

I have a Yanmar 3JH2E. The space between the impeller cover and the starter is 1 1/2". The impeller is 1 1/4" wide. Combine that with very limited access and it is a great example of very poor...
Forum: Navigation 21-02-2017, 16:54
Replies: 38
Views: 13,281
Posted By aliddell
Re: Corpus Christi to Dry Tortugas then Bahamas

Ditto this. Best advice.
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 18-02-2017, 11:30
Replies: 35
Views: 7,014
Posted By aliddell
Re: Various Boat Hardware (incl. antique forestay leaver, heater & wind generator)

I would like the wichard snap shackle. New to this so let me know how to proceed.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 30-01-2017, 17:28
Replies: 22
Views: 4,551
Posted By aliddell
Re: Trailering larger boats as permit loads

I have a 95 Ford 350 Powerstroke and have pulled: Venture 24 from CA to FL and back and sailed the Keys (great fun). Also towed a Parker 24 to Sea of Cortez. Three times hauled my 26 foot trawler...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 24-01-2017, 10:42
Replies: 80
Views: 10,003
Posted By aliddell
Re: Gas in Diesel - help!!

My wife mistakenly filled her 94 Ford Diesel 250 with gas and it stopped. We had it towed to a Ford dealer and they said that we would need a new engine: which we did...$9500. Later I was driving my...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-01-2017, 12:03
Replies: 472
Views: 49,856
Posted By aliddell
Re: NEED A TOW ASAP

I'm guessing that the boat is in Citrus Isles up the river in Ft Lauderdale. The canals are narrow and the boat may need to be backed out to the river...rather tricky with an unfamiliar boat. Also,...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 28-12-2016, 07:45
Replies: 1
Views: 971
Posted By aliddell
Aries Vane bevel gear replacement

I have a used Aries vane which seems to be in great shape except for the aluminum bevel gears. Is it possible to change them to the bronze gears and where do you find instructions. On the net but...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-12-2016, 09:41
Replies: 17
Views: 10,040
Posted By aliddell
Re: G4 chain vs BBB

Old chain is BBB but is toast (rust) so I am looking at replacement.
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