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Forum: General Discussion 10-20-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,502
Posted By w8n4sun
This for us as well. No liquids allowed in our...

This for us as well. No liquids allowed in our bilges and the search for the source can be challenging at times.
Forum: Voyagers and other Boaters on the Go! 06-21-2023, 02:12 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 16,584
Posted By w8n4sun
Amazing you can give live updates (with pictures)...

Amazing you can give live updates (with pictures) in the middle of the Pacific. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: General Discussion 06-07-2023, 04:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,328
Posted By w8n4sun
You are right, most don't have AIS so I normally...

You are right, most don't have AIS so I normally double what I see on MT. Patience required and flexible routing and attitudes.
Forum: General Discussion 06-07-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,328
Posted By w8n4sun
I abhor entitled behavior, and don't want to be...

I abhor entitled behavior, and don't want to be labeled as one as a generalization. And by the number of pink targets on marinetraffic.com it really does look to be extremely busy up north.
Forum: General Discussion 06-07-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,328
Posted By w8n4sun
Hope this was written in jest? I am one of those...

Hope this was written in jest? I am one of those from the south that love your cruising grounds and don't take it for granted.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 06-07-2023, 09:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,949
Posted By w8n4sun
You mentioned solar will be in your future, and...

You mentioned solar will be in your future, and that will help with recharge rates.

Do you have plans to install another charger? With only the Multiplus it will take all day to charge you house...
Forum: General Maintenance 05-16-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,975
Posted By w8n4sun
Wow, very impressive work. Thanks for the tips.

Wow, very impressive work. Thanks for the tips.
Forum: General Maintenance 05-16-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,975
Posted By w8n4sun
Simi, does the paint hold up to the wood moving...

Simi, does the paint hold up to the wood moving from cold/heat temperature differentials?
Forum: General Maintenance 05-03-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 516
Posted By w8n4sun
We have one and love it. Stays hot while on the...

We have one and love it. Stays hot while on the hook, go for it.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 04-14-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,325
Posted By w8n4sun
luna, we did pay $$ for the complete system,...

luna, we did pay $$ for the complete system, major electrical upgrade with Victron/Balmer/Wakespeed equipment all talking and working together. We had specified ideal charge current at our normal...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 04-14-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,325
Posted By w8n4sun
We've had this system running for 2 months now...

We've had this system running for 2 months now since we converted to LFP, I don't know the math regarding main/alternator pulley but can affirm we get that level of output from the 2 Balmer/WS500 set...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 04-13-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,325
Posted By w8n4sun
Simi, we just had that exact Balmer 24V 140A...

Simi, we just had that exact Balmer 24V 140A alternator installed on our 2 mains with Wakespeed WS500 external regulators. We also run at 1150rpms and these produce 210-220A combined total.
Forum: Willard | Fales 03-24-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By w8n4sun
Blind faith. :dance:

Blind faith.

:dance:
Forum: Willard | Fales 03-24-2023, 02:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By w8n4sun
With that front sail up, does it feel like you're...

With that front sail up, does it feel like you're piloting with your eyes closed?
Forum: Fuel Check 12-15-2022, 09:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,032
Posted By w8n4sun
At 0520 in the morning? Maybe Irene is seeing it...

At 0520 in the morning? Maybe Irene is seeing it on a website?
Forum: Fuel Check 12-15-2022, 07:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,032
Posted By w8n4sun
How are you getting this information?

How are you getting this information?
Forum: General Discussion 11-14-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 12,311
Posted By w8n4sun
I just noticed Navionics has the 2 areas marked...

I just noticed Navionics has the 2 areas marked off on the current charts. I'll need to pay special attention next time we transit those areas.
Forum: General Discussion 10-19-2022, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,290
Posted By w8n4sun
We have both and prefer diesel hydronic heating. ...

We have both and prefer diesel hydronic heating. Much quieter, stays warmer more evenly, can use without genset (if on the hook), etc.

We've run our reverse cycle when air temps got down to 30s...
Forum: General Discussion 10-11-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,438
Posted By w8n4sun
Makes more sense, we burn about the same rate as...

Makes more sense, we burn about the same rate as you. 250-300 hrs annually and we have not slowed down in speed or usage this year. Does hurt to pay more for fuel but like others have said, fuel is...
Forum: General Discussion 10-11-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,438
Posted By w8n4sun
For the size boat in your avatar, do you really...

For the size boat in your avatar, do you really only burn 1 gph?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 09-20-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,713
Posted By w8n4sun
Sorry to hear you are having issues, I'm sure...

Sorry to hear you are having issues, I'm sure it's frustrating that others have no issues.

Btw, you have a really cool look boat!
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 09-13-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,713
Posted By w8n4sun
Our XB8000 was installed in 2019 and we've had no...

Our XB8000 was installed in 2019 and we've had no issues connecting our iphones or 12.9" iPad to it for utilizing the anchor watch feature. Sorry to hear you are having issues with your new install.
Forum: General Discussion 08-08-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 16,096
Posted By w8n4sun
Poulsbo diesel in the last couple of weeks: ...

Poulsbo diesel in the last couple of weeks:

$5.90
$5.25
$4.50 (yesterday)
Forum: General Discussion 06-04-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,964
Posted By w8n4sun
We have it, and use it. :hide:

We have it, and use it. :hide:
Forum: General Discussion 05-23-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,074
Posted By w8n4sun
Can you please post a link to the site that...

Can you please post a link to the site that confirms Bedwell is open for checking in via boat? Thanks
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