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Forum: Grand Banks 11-23-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 652
Posted By bnoft
Unless it gets unusually cold and stays that way...

Unless it gets unusually cold and stays that way for 4-5 days, leaving a GB in the water in the Hampton or Norfolk area should be OK for a couple of weeks. Even when we kept our GB off the Potomac, I...
Forum: Helmsman/Camano 11-05-2023, 05:27 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 21,693
Posted By bnoft
We took our OA to Washburn's Yard in Solomons MD...

We took our OA to Washburn's Yard in Solomons MD yesterday and a Helmsman was on the hard, about 38 feet long to my eye. I didn't check the stern so no idea as to name, almost a Carolina blue hull....
Forum: General Discussion 09-19-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,055
Posted By bnoft
Reminds me of my 1st attempt.

Reminds me of my 1st attempt.
Forum: General Discussion 09-19-2023, 06:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,798
Posted By bnoft
We used EC2CY on 3 sides of enclosure, nothing on...

We used EC2CY on 3 sides of enclosure, nothing on back. They have stayed clear. I would support the idea of twist snaps (if that's the correct term). We have some type of nylon snap that has...
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 04-02-2023, 07:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,605
Posted By bnoft
That is one sweet boat, I've always admired the...

That is one sweet boat, I've always admired the Defever 53 PH. I would have to sell the boat we have or we'd be talking. I do hope the health issue gets resolved in a satisfactory manner. I remember...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 02-09-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 40,257
Posted By bnoft
Packing gland.....is that near the thyroid gland?...

Packing gland.....is that near the thyroid gland? Or closer to the sphincter?
Forum: Grand Banks 12-23-2022, 05:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,571
Posted By bnoft
It's been a few years and I don't remember the...

It's been a few years and I don't remember the details (model, size), we installed a Magnum pure sine inverter/charger on our '91 42' GB. This replaced the 2500 Xantrex we had installed 3 years...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 11-11-2022, 05:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,157
Posted By bnoft
Post #11 describes what we did. The Dyson vacuum...

Post #11 describes what we did. The Dyson vacuum was stored in a locker directly above the fluxgate compass. Headings appeared to be a suggestions as we looked like a WWII freighter zig-zagging....
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-17-2022, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 705
Posted By bnoft
Welcome to the party Harry. Sounds like you are...

Welcome to the party Harry. Sounds like you are just downriver from us (Heathsville/Reedville); we're on Glebe Creek behind Lewisetta. Good luck in your search, look forward to seeing you on the...
Forum: Helmsman/Camano 08-04-2022, 07:30 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 21,693
Posted By bnoft
Gentlemen, I completely understand the issue, my...

Gentlemen, I completely understand the issue, my wife dislikes 8 kts as well. We bought the OA, which cruises at 15-18 kts but drinks diesel like the proverbial sailor at that speed (I don't intend...
Forum: Harbor Chat 04-22-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 13,998
Posted By bnoft
This thread is pure bull sh..

This thread is pure bull sh..
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-30-2022, 06:08 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
I stand corrected as to the heading, as pointed...

I stand corrected as to the heading, as pointed out by paneled, The boat was clearly northbound, not southbound as I initially thought.
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-30-2022, 06:02 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
I am not being critical nor am I attempting to...

I am not being critical nor am I attempting to make a federal case out of this but there are a few things about the above story that don't make sense to me. The Dry Tortugas are well South of Cayo...
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-13-2022, 06:51 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
I called the Coast Guard in Ft Meyers about this...

I called the Coast Guard in Ft Meyers about this grounded vessel and was informed that, 1) No, they were not aware of this boat and 2) Based on what I told them, this is now a salvage operation and...
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-12-2022, 06:43 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
KK off N Captiva

Took this on Friday, wind had shifted from SE to SW and the list to port has increased. I'm guessing the USCG has not been notified, no oil boom around the boat. It is a sad situation but avoidable.
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-11-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
KK N Captiva

When I took this pic, there was a lady hunting for shells just to the right of the frame, about 40-50 yards from the boat. Water was calf deep.
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-11-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,548
Posted By bnoft
Kady Krogan Off N. Captiva Island

The boat, looks like a 42 KK, ran aground about 100-150 yards off the beach. One apparent eye witness said it was going "kinda fast as it hit the sand bar". Musta' been 7 1/2 -8 its to be fast for a...
Forum: General Discussion 02-07-2022, 06:40 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,638
Posted By bnoft
To answer the question about Bluewater, they were...

To answer the question about Bluewater, they were bought by Safe Harbor. The facility in Hampton, service yard and brokerage were part of the package. I believe that includes all of the brokerage on...
Forum: Harbor Chat 01-28-2022, 06:20 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,818
Posted By bnoft
Having some training and more experience than I...

Having some training and more experience than I want, I can confirm that cardiac arrest can and usually does strike without warning. If you heart stops while alone, you're done, cooked, get the fork....
Forum: Grand Banks 01-26-2022, 07:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,696
Posted By bnoft
On our '91 GB, we installed Vacuflush heads in...

On our '91 GB, we installed Vacuflush heads in both fore and aft heads (redundant?). No issue with space. The vacuum was installed in the ER on starboard outside of the engine; again no space issues,...
Forum: General Discussion 01-26-2022, 05:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,566
Posted By bnoft
I am not qualified to address this, my wife says...

I am not qualified to address this, my wife says I suck when it comes to a vacuum. I do know she likes the small Dyson. My domain is below deck, she handles the living quarters, I get to come up for...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-16-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,263
Posted By bnoft
Welcome to the party from another former sailor....

Welcome to the party from another former sailor. We are on the VA side of the Potomac on Glebe Creek just about mid-Bay. Look forward to seeing you on the water.
Bill
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 01-03-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 19,979
Posted By bnoft
As for Buffett not owning a boat, remember he...

As for Buffett not owning a boat, remember he lives in Nebraska; not much coastline there.
Forum: Grand Banks 01-02-2022, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,829
Posted By bnoft
we would sprinkle Borax on the deck and rinse...

we would sprinkle Borax on the deck and rinse with salt water, using a very soft brush across the grain or more often a mop to remove the solution. It tended to remove the mildew that can accumulate,...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-31-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,513
Posted By bnoft
That is one nice looking vessel. Maybe we'll bump...

That is one nice looking vessel. Maybe we'll bump into you up here on the Chesapeake. if it were me I'd hang around the nice weather for 60-90 days and then bring her up. No rush to get up here and...
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