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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 23-06-2022, 11:16
Replies: 58
Views: 3,677
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Need input from epoxy experts

I prefer to wet set or to wait and sand if It looses tackiness.

I try work to standards that alleviate my future worry but

not everything is critical and sometimes I even use (whisper)...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-06-2022, 03:08
Replies: 59
Views: 3,826
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Solar panel, MPPT, Battery switching

A "shorted" panel in a large parallel system could conduct the current from

the other panels overloading the wiring with which the panel is built.



As detailed
...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-06-2022, 01:13
Replies: 59
Views: 3,826
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Solar panel, MPPT, Battery switching

[QUOTE=Paul Elliott;3642836]I don't get it -- why would you ever use a wire that couldn't safely carry the full panel current? Isc on a panel isn't *that* much greater than Imp.


I think my...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 22-06-2022, 10:55
Replies: 59
Views: 3,826
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Solar panel, MPPT, Battery switching

I remember something like

If the short circuit capacity of the panels is more than the line capacity

a breaker or fuse should be installed between panels and controller.


If the short...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 19-06-2022, 12:55
Replies: 33
Views: 2,488
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Even Modern anchors can Act Up

That's why we usually use a "Bahamian" style method with a Danforth type.

That which does not trip need not re set


....because I only need the SHOCK and AWE of my boat not being where I...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 19-06-2022, 12:39
Replies: 18
Views: 899
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Very Shallow Draft Boats <3 feet

Seaward (Hake Yachts) made a couple retractable keel offerings

A 32' and a 26' from memory but also some shoal draft fixed and maybe shoal with a board. All were trailerable.
...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 19-06-2022, 11:54
Replies: 33
Views: 2,488
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Even Modern anchors can Act Up

Well all's well that ends well.

When I read the post title I thought surely a 180 degree shift produced a

giant persistent clump of whatnot rendering the "modern" anchor impotent.

I have...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-05-2022, 11:23
Replies: 14
Views: 876
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Victron 75/15 Solar Controller Mounting

Thanks for the photo.

Wondering if you used the additional battery temperature sensors?
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-05-2022, 10:39
Replies: 14
Views: 876
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Victron 75/15 Solar Controller Mounting

When I devised a panel for our previous 26'

I mounted it on Starboard plastic. It is flammable.

If memory serves, the combustion temp of Starboard is higher than plywood.

Additionally I...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-05-2022, 09:56
Replies: 40
Views: 2,964
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Victron Controller with Bluetooth

Can't remember the specifics but for some reason I had to do a reset of the password at one point on the 26'.

The controller ID# was located on the back of the unit.

Was kind of a pita to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 17-05-2022, 10:13
Replies: 40
Views: 2,964
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Victron Controller with Bluetooth

We ( actually I, wife was totally indifferent) liked it enough on our 26' to purchase a larger capacity one for the 33'.

Occasional wonkiness outweighed by an abundance of useful information.

...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 07-04-2022, 10:44
Replies: 24
Views: 4,183
Posted By Secondshift
Re: 9.9hp outboard "upgraded" to 15hp?

Did exactly that with our 2009 15FCESH.

As mentioned it depends entirely on the model.

Bought a cheaper after market carb online for under a hundred bucks.

If it lasts 3yrs it's value...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 02-10-2021, 14:02
Replies: 40
Views: 6,018
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Best knot to tie to a loop under pressure

Uncertain of your application but sometime a sheet bend (or double)

or joining with a bowline is better to make a longer line from two.

Unless you need mechanical leverage or adjustability at...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 29-09-2021, 11:42
Replies: 11
Views: 1,282
Posted By Secondshift
Re: When to recore the deck and options?

No soft spots and it's dry?

You could just fill the core void locally with epoxy / colloidal silica.

Using an epoxy syringe can help. I load the syringe by using a sandwich bag

with a...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 28-09-2021, 11:06
Replies: 19
Views: 1,823
Posted By Secondshift
Re: ✅ What is the best way to clean a Dacron mainsail? ✅

We've used the newer high efficiency (HE) laundry detergents and sometimes

a little bleach. We formerly used 20 Mule Team Borax but the HE stuff rinses

sooo very easily.


If you're on...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 28-09-2021, 10:54
Replies: 18
Views: 1,760
Posted By Secondshift
Re: How to clean this with a picture?

For small spots we've used bleach but when we're brightening gel coat

we use a weak solution of oxalic acid.

Often listed as wood bleach and found in crystal form at home supply stores.
...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-09-2021, 11:31
Replies: 34
Views: 2,762
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Convert from solid drive shaft to u-joint

The marine CV's listed by Pete7 look like a viable option with the addition

of the load bearing hull attachments specified.


BUT truly, I fail to see a problem listed in your original post. ...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 23-09-2021, 11:35
Replies: 55
Views: 8,910
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Hulls split down the middle

Sorry bout your boat . Hope it ends well.

It sure looks like a seam in the photos.

The yard I've been using has the owner mark the lift points to mitigate their risk.
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 23-09-2021, 11:00
Replies: 56
Views: 5,311
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Anyone carry self-fusing tape?

Bought some at Miami Strictly Sail back in 2,00?.

Red, clear and yellow.

Still have some left. Guess I should check that it's still useable.

I've found that on some longer term applications...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 21-09-2021, 11:44
Replies: 18
Views: 1,594
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Solar panel and controller sources

+1 for Amazon and the internet. Often Amazon is a direct link to the manufacturer.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 05-09-2021, 13:01
Replies: 19
Views: 2,023
Posted By Secondshift
Re: deep water slip or anchorage east coast florida

I would add Ft Pierce to the list .

Very straight forward inlet and some reasonably priced marinas.

Harbourtown Marina is inside the turning basin with air draft unlimited. Some larger...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 23-08-2021, 11:47
Replies: 21
Views: 1,590
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Lifeline Pelican won’t open

+1 on twisting.

In the photo the lifeline does not appear overtight but check there first. I've had that issue with the old style.

Sometimes a new component can stick due to minor imperfections...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 21-08-2021, 18:08
Replies: 57
Views: 10,511
Posted By Secondshift
Re: Is Butyl Tape Still Recommended??

I've used

rope caulk, cheap butyl tape, 5200, 4000 , Boat Life polysulfide and
(whisper :wink: ) sometimes silicone.

My preferences have come from books, trial and error and sometimes...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 13-08-2021, 13:57
Replies: 29
Views: 3,066
Posted By Secondshift
Re: diesel fuel aeration resulting in dead engine

Great Thread I Zapp,

We have a similar boat with 23 gal unbaffled plastic tank.

Worried we could have a similar failure in tough conditions.

Looking through the suggested solutions the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-07-2021, 13:32
Replies: 22
Views: 1,376
Posted By Secondshift
Re: 2x6v Deep cycle start bank and 2x12v regular house bank

Considering this I would just bring a small generator, extension and portable charger as a back up.

Hastily made improvements will not increase your value and you can keep the new stuff after....
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