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Forum: General Discussion 06-05-2019, 10:10 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 15,093
Posted By MVNoPlans
You should take a look at a Bayliner 32XX. They...

You should take a look at a Bayliner 32XX. They are good, spacious, solid boats that came in both dual gas and dual diesel configurations with a flybridge. Heaps of them out this way and many in...
Forum: General Maintenance 06-05-2019, 09:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,029
Posted By MVNoPlans
I don't think it is a problem, but like you, I...

I don't think it is a problem, but like you, I would do it and in fact did do it. When I repowered my 1965 TollyCraft Voyager which had a plywood hull covered in glass, I cleaned, primed and painted...
Forum: General Discussion 04-07-2019, 11:53 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 19,676
Posted By MVNoPlans
My family pounds on our house bank (a mere two 6...

My family pounds on our house bank (a mere two 6 volts) every weekend from May to October. We stay out Friday to Sunday, sometimes Monday on two six volts. We run the stereo, my daughter opens the...
Forum: Harbor Chat 09-07-2018, 09:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,174
Posted By MVNoPlans
"Does America get a say or can he so decide,and...

"Does America get a say or can he so decide,and act accordingly?"
America had a say during the presidential election. Trump ran on these ideas and was not bashful about it. No matter what one may...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 08-03-2018, 10:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,402
Posted By MVNoPlans
As to noise, from 50 feet away, the sound of my...

As to noise, from 50 feet away, the sound of my generator while on full load is de minimis as observed by folks who were not with me nor benefiting from my genny. I agree that everyone should be a...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 08-01-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,402
Posted By MVNoPlans
I bought and have used the Westinghouse. The...

I bought and have used the Westinghouse. The reviews sold me. Starts on first pull since day 1. Nothing bad to say. Picked it up at Lowes
Forum: General Maintenance 05-06-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,422
Posted By MVNoPlans
Rustoleum is a good product, it is readily...

Rustoleum is a good product, it is readily available and it is at a good price point. I would use it without hesitation, especially since what you will be doing you will be redoing from time to time....
Forum: General Discussion 06-29-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,389
Posted By MVNoPlans
I agree with Ted, upon return when "warmed up" as...

I agree with Ted, upon return when "warmed up" as captain, I would back her in despite the challenges. Not to be a wise guy, but have you sought to change slips? After I repowered my boat, she prop...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 05-23-2017, 02:53 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,210
Posted By MVNoPlans
I use these:...

I use these: https://www.batteriesplus.com/replacement/battery/trojan/t105/sligc145ut
255 AH and about 10 pounds heavier than the Trojan 105. Not cheap, but there is always a coupon available...
Forum: General Discussion 08-10-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,865
Posted By MVNoPlans
Ohh boy, didn't you go through a Tolly and the...

Ohh boy, didn't you go through a Tolly and the Willard in the last two years? Well, change is good.
Forum: Taiwanese Makes 05-28-2015, 03:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,695
Posted By MVNoPlans
I have heard the plow is almost sufficient as a...

I have heard the plow is almost sufficient as a doorstop. Can't remember where now
Forum: General Maintenance 05-28-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,761
Posted By MVNoPlans
And a 10/10/10 amp charger may work fine, as your...

And a 10/10/10 amp charger may work fine, as your alternator should keep up with the start batteries while underway (supposing the start batteries are isolated from the house and not used during...
Forum: Cruising and Events - West Coast 03-20-2015, 01:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,652
Posted By MVNoPlans
Avoid south sound at all costs. Reports of...

Avoid south sound at all costs. Reports of pirates off Devil's Head are circulating. Ok, just trying to keep it all to myself. It is quiet, uncrowded and rural with great scenery. Just don't tell...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 01-13-2015, 12:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,349
Posted By MVNoPlans
My boat has the original 50 year old fixtures and...

My boat has the original 50 year old fixtures and I was in no mood to rewire and replace, yet the old style bulbs ate battery power and generated enough heat that it concerned me. Took a bulb out and...
Forum: General Discussion 11-21-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,717
Posted By MVNoPlans
I am not surprised at Matt's experience in the...

I am not surprised at Matt's experience in the Tacoma area. We have a group of friends (made through boating) with boats in South Puget Sound and we are generally out at one of the numerous state...
Forum: General Discussion 09-10-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,902
Posted By MVNoPlans
FlyWright nailed it. The Coleman drip coffee...

FlyWright nailed it. The Coleman drip coffee maker is our choice. Could use an insulated carafe, but this little beast does not use a ton of propane.
Forum: General Discussion 09-05-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,353
Posted By MVNoPlans
I found the OP's rejoinder witty. No one forces...

I found the OP's rejoinder witty. No one forces anyone to read or respond to a forum post. We choose to "waste" our time here.
Forum: General Discussion 09-04-2014, 04:24 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 15,486
Posted By MVNoPlans
Running with the current? ouch.

Running with the current? ouch.
Forum: General Discussion 09-04-2014, 03:43 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 15,486
Posted By MVNoPlans
bshillam...

bshillam (https://www.trawlerforum.com/forums/members/bshillam-5875.html): Just out of curiosity, if you run the tolly with the tide/current at 6-7 knots to Sucia, what do average for fuel burn?...
Forum: General Discussion 08-22-2014, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,183
Posted By MVNoPlans
My daughter is now two, but we bought one of...

My daughter is now two, but we bought one of these when she was 5 months:
Discovery Infant PFD: PFDs and Life Jackets | Free Shipping at L.L.Bean...
Forum: General Maintenance 08-22-2014, 06:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,252
Posted By MVNoPlans
The oil and shellac primers do a better job of...

The oil and shellac primers do a better job of sealing tannins but can take a coat or two. Since it dries fast even in a damp area, that is no hardship. I am finding after many years of being around...
Forum: General Maintenance 08-21-2014, 03:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,252
Posted By MVNoPlans
More than a few "old timers" have trouble...

More than a few "old timers" have trouble accepting new products and this is not always based upon rationality or experience; sometimes is just stubbornness. My wooden boat lives in the water and I...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 08-05-2014, 04:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,338
Posted By MVNoPlans
I say just go try spending the weekend. Your...

I say just go try spending the weekend. Your start batteries are likely isolated from the house batteries, so go enjoy a weekend and see how it goes, knowing you can always start the engines. My...
Forum: Power Systems 07-28-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,672
Posted By MVNoPlans
Dave: I had a similar event last year. Mine...

Dave:

I had a similar event last year. Mine was just the line, not the pot too. The velvet drive survived and was fine once the line was removed. I was only going about 2-3 knots when it happened...
Forum: General Discussion 07-22-2014, 02:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,206
Posted By MVNoPlans
An additional consideration is whether it has...

An additional consideration is whether it has been kept in a boathouse or covered moorage. Here in Puget Sound, you can walk the docks and look at 30-50 year old boats that never leave the drink and...
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