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Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 27-01-2024, 16:57
Replies: 15
Views: 1,572
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Replacing 3/8 BBB chain with Grade 43 high test

Chain must match gypsy or it will skip. Need a sample to test on the cogs. I also recommend regalvanize. I had that dons a couple of years ago. Be dure tobrun the regalvanized chain through the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-01-2024, 16:51
Replies: 53
Views: 4,814
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: 2 stroke vs 4 stroke outboard

My 25 hp 4 stroke Honda lasted 25 years in salt water with one head gasket replacement. I recently replaced it in MX with a 15 hp Yamaha. I start each season with a fresh tank of gas and it runs...
Forum: Our Community 27-01-2024, 16:42
Replies: 100
Views: 11,599
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Best places for quiet cheap living

Recomnend you double the purchase price and look at the Sea of Cortez. Mooring ball for 36' sailboat is $500 per month. Lots of quiet. Check out Marina Puerto Escondido near Loreto on the Sea of...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 23-01-2024, 12:19
Replies: 46
Views: 4,124
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Beta or Westerbeke for repower?

Dont understand your avoidance of Yanmar, best solution.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 23-01-2024, 12:16
Replies: 32
Views: 3,151
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Prepaying for repairs

Outrageous, find another vendor.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 15-01-2024, 18:13
Replies: 39
Views: 2,899
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Best material for water tank

JB Weld 2 part epoxy is amazing stuff.
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 15-12-2023, 06:49
Replies: 15
Views: 2,711
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Buying a 1989 Lagoon55L is she too old?

You nay not be able to get financing or hull insurance on a boat older than 20 yrs. And cost will be high for hull insurance.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 15-12-2023, 06:46
Replies: 69
Views: 6,524
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Issues with Condensation!

I have a 34 C&C in Ketchikan, AK. Ketchikan is famous for horizontal rain. 180" per year. I run a small dehumidifier and ceramic elect heater 24/ 7 on shore power. Dehumidifier drains to the...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-12-2023, 07:54
Replies: 36
Views: 4,148
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Failing macerator pumps

One way to solve dry running the macerator is to install a timer switch like those used on a bath fan. $15 at most hardware stores.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-12-2023, 07:46
Replies: 51
Views: 7,178
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Runaway diesel engines

I had a WOT runaway at the dock with my 120 Ford Lehman port engine. It hsd about 3,800 hrs. It ran for about 6 min. Smothered air intake with a coat to stop it. It was caused by diesel...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 11-12-2023, 09:44
Replies: 26
Views: 2,775
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Stuck propellor

Most line cutters do not require prop removal to install. The cutter splits in two and is attached with 2 allen head bolts.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-12-2023, 11:32
Replies: 34
Views: 5,307
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: A cardinal sin???

I would disconnect and separately load test all batteries. Then try to recondition any weak ones. I have had success with this using a NOCO 10 amp charger. It has a recondition setting that...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-11-2023, 08:47
Replies: 25
Views: 3,203
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: What is the condition of this Yanmar 3GM30F?

Ask to see the vessel log book. It should have maintenance records.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-11-2023, 08:24
Replies: 26
Views: 2,445
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Inverter to lithium question

Bottom line, the AGM setting will work but just not fill the last little bit of potential charge you will get with a higher LITHIUM setting of 14.6. If you are using solar panels with a smart...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-11-2023, 08:14
Replies: 56
Views: 7,252
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Battery terminal grease

I recommend dielectric grease. Great stuff. Made for electric connections. I have used it to restore function to many cannon plugs.
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 28-10-2023, 11:26
Replies: 41
Views: 4,304
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: How Are the Tropics "Hard on Boats"?

My1982 Ocean Alexander has been in the Sea of Cortez for over 10 years. It is hauled out in May and refloated in November, summers are hot and many plastic items will melt in the cabin, all elastic...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-10-2023, 11:09
Replies: 57
Views: 6,309
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Holding tank refit legality

Does anyone know if an electro scan Type 1 processor is acceptable treatment in a no discharge area?
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-10-2023, 11:02
Replies: 63
Views: 7,367
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Running engine at anchor for hot water - load

Recomnend you look at propane flash heater for large hot water supply. Endless hot water. Easy to operate. Portable. Hang in cockpit when in use. Check Camplux on Amazon.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-08-2023, 18:35
Replies: 35
Views: 5,863
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: New inverter installation, connection to boat's AC panel, shore power connection

This all sounds overly complex. I simply changed my 3 position Blue Sea ac off/shore/gen switch to a 4 position. off/shore/gen/inverter switch.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-08-2023, 18:28
Replies: 60
Views: 4,494
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Sailing without depth sounder?

Agtee in hull depth finder is a quick cost effective fix. Transducer $120. Get a gps/depth finder hhead unit. Good to have redundant system. I have 2 units on my 1980 34C&C. One transducer is...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-08-2023, 13:49
Replies: 52
Views: 6,611
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: volvo penta vs yanmar

IMHO Yanmar is preferable. Volvo is notorious for poor parts availability.
Forum: Lithium Power Systems 15-08-2023, 13:45
Replies: 79
Views: 10,089
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Pulled the trigger on the cheapest LiFePO4 batteries anywhere. And I have a quest

BMS will cut out at 100 amps after 2 seconds. You can add another lithium battery and double start bank to 200 amps if wired properly. Easier ti replace start with AGM. AGM setting on charger can...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 31-07-2023, 09:34
Replies: 28
Views: 2,252
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: 12.5 V but no amperage?

Test each battery with a load tester. Disconnect each battery first. It will quickly let you know if a battery is bad. It only takes one bad cell to drop voltage to 10.5 when a load is applied. $30...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 31-07-2023, 09:28
Replies: 31
Views: 6,616
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Winter Sailing in Alaska

I keep my 1980 34 C&C in Ketchikan all year. It is at a dock with AC to power the dehumidifier and heater. At times the electric bill can exceed the moorage cost. I recommend you have permanent...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 31-07-2023, 09:12
Replies: 62
Views: 7,597
Posted By MVDarlin
Re: Sell house, buy boat or vice versa?

Keep the house, rent it. Sell it after a few years if you find the boating life suits you. Try cruising the Sea of Cortez in Mexico. You can get a decent used sailboat there for $50k. Excellent...
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