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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-07-2012, 05:21
Replies: 4
Views: 1,288
Posted By bmartinsen
Re: Water in Tranny

Do you have a saildrive? I had an md17 with saildrive. Water in tranny was coming thru seal at bottom of leg. Started happenning about shortly after boat yard lifted boat with strap under leg. Of...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 23-05-2012, 19:40
Replies: 1
Views: 5,436
Posted By bmartinsen
Re: CourseMaster Hydrive Ultra 15 hydraulic fluid equivalent

Any luck finding an replacement? I just bought an aussie boat and need steering oil. It can't be that golden.:)
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-04-2012, 19:27
Replies: 30
Views: 4,315
Posted By bmartinsen
Re: Engine size

I'm no expert but a google search of "volvo MD2" looks like it's a 15.6hp engine. If it's a MD2B it might be a 25hp. Either way it's an old engine and a lot less than I would want on a 40ft'er. Parts...
Forum: Marine Electronics 15-04-2012, 19:09
Replies: 0
Views: 1,089
Posted By bmartinsen
NEMA Weather Data to Web?

Does anyone know an easy way(or links) to provide on-board nema data to a webpage? Specifically, I'm looking at being able to provide on-board wind speed and direction from NavMan windmeter to a...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 20-02-2011, 16:46
Replies: 284
Views: 88,219
Posted By bmartinsen
I wish this product worked. Here in cayman paint...

I wish this product worked. Here in cayman paint is $300/gal and another couple thousand to have it applied as the only boatyard won't let me do it.


BTW I don't know who to believe anymore ...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 29-09-2010, 16:13
Replies: 30
Views: 16,009
Posted By bmartinsen
This is what we use: 1.6 gpm LPG VENT FREE...

This is what we use:
1.6 gpm LPG VENT FREE tankless gas water heater (https://www.excelonlinestore.com/servlet/the-235/tax-credit-vent-free/Detail)

If you go this way, get the one with the...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 15-08-2010, 15:27
Replies: 3
Views: 2,014
Posted By bmartinsen
The correct spelling is Vivario Cays (Cayos...

The correct spelling is Vivario Cays (Cayos Vivorillo) remember Havana is pronouned like Habanna. They are located at 15 50N , 83 18W according to Reed's Almanac. I haven't personally stopped there...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 20-04-2010, 19:44
Replies: 1
Views: 2,769
Posted By bmartinsen
Gulper 320 Pump and Urchin Bilge Pump in Series ?

Is it possible to run a electric diaphram pump and a manual diaphram pump in series. I want the conveince of electric with a back-up pre-installed. This is for gray water from shower/tub. I don't...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 03-02-2010, 20:31
Replies: 464
Views: 100,856
Posted By bmartinsen
One question. What happens if the user has "the...

One question. What happens if the user has "the runs" or vomits. Does it ruin the batch? Very interesting thread.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-12-2009, 03:19
Replies: 48
Views: 8,340
Posted By bmartinsen
5 days on the same tack. From Cayman to Columbia....

5 days on the same tack. From Cayman to Columbia. We had wind gen and solarpower and 20-30kts wind on beam. Then had to motor last 3 hrs into harbour(zero wind). Couldn't be without engine for long...
Forum: Cruising News & Events 04-12-2009, 03:20
Replies: 22
Views: 4,756
Posted By bmartinsen
I have seen a poorly designed windlass jam...

I have seen a poorly designed windlass jam without enough scope out. Makes the anchor useless, fortunately, there was another anchor ready to go. Sad stories on so many levels.
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 18-11-2009, 03:27
Replies: 23
Views: 3,876
Posted By bmartinsen
I have travelled most of the western Caribbean,...

I have travelled most of the western Caribbean, Panama and columbia and didn't notice any big difference in fuel. 2 things I would watch for (although difficult) is to avoid getting fuel shortly...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-11-2009, 02:58
Replies: 5
Views: 2,049
Posted By bmartinsen
I used a Balmar for years with the old engine. 90...

I used a Balmar for years with the old engine. 90 amp worked real good. Only thing left from old engine, one day it will get it mounted on the new engine. I think I still have the manuals if you want...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-11-2009, 06:17
Replies: 95
Views: 45,271
Posted By bmartinsen
Dam, thanks Gord

Dam, thanks Gord
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 09-11-2009, 05:48
Replies: 95
Views: 45,271
Posted By bmartinsen
Thanks James I agree most of the fittings are...

Thanks James
I agree most of the fittings are expensive but I think the one I need the most of is $4.50 for box of 10. I hope this isn't a typo, it woundn't surprise me. Still looks like a better...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 08-11-2009, 06:30
Replies: 95
Views: 45,271
Posted By bmartinsen
Pex Alumnium Pex

I recently replaced my 20 year old Junker(bosche) hotwater heater with a new on demand Excel waterheater (LPG) and had a heck of a time with fittings. Originally built in South Africa, all hotwater...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 18-10-2009, 15:55
Replies: 52
Views: 8,985
Posted By bmartinsen
Not only in the Bahama but also here in Cayman...

Not only in the Bahama but also here in Cayman and as far south as Bonaire that I know of. Find out what the local laws are before helping cull the population. In Cayman there is a special licence to...
Forum: Cruising News & Events 09-10-2009, 04:24
Replies: 13
Views: 2,590
Posted By bmartinsen
Yes, we were at the dock during a 6.8 quake. In a...

Yes, we were at the dock during a 6.8 quake. In a very well protected marina at night when boat traffic is done. It was weird, felt like someone was pumping the boat up and down, not violent but...
Forum: Marine Electronics 08-06-2009, 20:38
Replies: 4
Views: 9,517
Posted By bmartinsen
I have two of these now for over the last 8...

I have two of these now for over the last 8 years. I installed a better below deck system but left the wp installed as back-up. I think I could say I know the unit pretty well (nessesity). I was...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 19-03-2009, 04:03
Replies: 34
Views: 9,297
Posted By bmartinsen
Lots of fans, good hatches and wind scoops while...

Lots of fans, good hatches and wind scoops while anchored out. AC for marinas. If you can figure out how to keep hatches open in rainy weather, that helps.
Don't know about kids, can't you just...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 04-03-2009, 03:19
Replies: 73
Views: 14,511
Posted By bmartinsen
While checking into Cayman a while back I had a...

While checking into Cayman a while back I had a customs guy ask if I have any hidden compartments. "No I replied , just access areas for maintanence"

"Well you should have them all labelled "
...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 17-02-2009, 03:03
Replies: 80
Views: 20,188
Posted By bmartinsen
I have a living room and a swimming pool in the...

I have a living room and a swimming pool in the basement:)
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 02-02-2009, 03:02
Replies: 23
Views: 8,495
Posted By bmartinsen
Try Riggingonly.com Voice line: 508 992 0434 . I...

Try Riggingonly.com Voice line: 508 992 0434 . I got a great deal on 3/8" a few years back. You will have to call.
Good luck.
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 29-01-2009, 03:22
Replies: 64
Views: 9,429
Posted By bmartinsen
Thanks for all the replies. What I've learned is...

Thanks for all the replies. What I've learned is that not one person responding has "actually tried this"! I know the techno issues to make it work and I'm not looking for a gun/weapon discussion or...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 24-01-2009, 05:33
Replies: 64
Views: 9,429
Posted By bmartinsen
Electric/cattle fences has anyone used one?

I looked into doing this about 7yrs back but was always undecided as to what might happen to onboard electronics with 7000volts going around. I know it would be hard to insulate from the rest of the...
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