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Forum: General Discussion 03-13-2024, 06:44 AM
Replies: 23
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Posted By ranger58sb
For a data point... a Silverton 42 Convertible is...

For a data point... a Silverton 42 Convertible is approx 46' OAL (i.e., including pulpit and swim platform) and will cruise at about 22 kts.

They used Cats (3126s, I think), Volvo TAMDs, Cummins...
Forum: General Discussion 03-13-2024, 06:22 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,251
Posted By ranger58sb
Ted, you can cadge a ride with us from time to...

Ted, you can cadge a ride with us from time to time...

In the meantime, fair winds... and kudos on your decision-making process. I think I can see hazy bits of our eventual off-ramp, too, on some...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 03-12-2024, 07:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 986
Posted By ranger58sb
I have not found that to be the case. Our Garmin...

I have not found that to be the case. Our Garmin interface seems to have been created by at least 3 different designers... who very likely never spoke with each other. I don't see much consistency,...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-09-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
Interesting. I only looked here: ...

Interesting. I only looked here:
https://www.indelwebastomarine.com/us/isotemp/

And here:
https://www.indelwebastomarine.com/us/products/basic-slim-water-heaters/

Not exactly the same info...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-09-2024, 06:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
I also included Raritan on my shopping list;...

I also included Raritan on my shopping list; forgot to include that in my note above. Looked decent, too fat.




I agree probably not frequency sensitive, but I think too much trouble to...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-08-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
Thanks for recommendations! I had checked...

Thanks for recommendations!

I had checked Kuuma (a clone for the original Atwood with one "t" clone), Whale/Seaward/Attwood (two ''t"s)/Seaward (similar to original but not identical), Isotemp,...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-08-2024, 06:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
Yeah... and I expected it'd turn out like this......

Yeah... and I expected it'd turn out like this...

Got the parts (new element, gaskets...) in advance, and I even got some Flex Seal Liquid (says OK for up to 350F degrees) just in case a tank...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-07-2024, 06:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
As it's turned out... the water heater isn't...

As it's turned out... the water heater isn't leaking at the element/gasket... and it's way too old to invest any more time/money in repairing or even troubleshooting it.

We're now hoping it'll...
Forum: Marlow - Mainship 03-06-2024, 06:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 881
Posted By ranger58sb
Do you have another transducer somewhere, too? ...

Do you have another transducer somewhere, too?

In most cases that I know of, the SOW wheel is just an add-on to the depthfinder/fishfinder transducer...

-Chris
Forum: General Discussion 03-05-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,015
Posted By ranger58sb
We've been using a set of nesting stainless...

We've been using a set of nesting stainless pots/pans -- apparently at one time also a Cuisenart product -- with detachable handles for about 25 years. At the time, we got them from a boating...
Forum: General Discussion 03-04-2024, 06:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,040
Posted By ranger58sb
I've not ever shopped for that kind of...

I've not ever shopped for that kind of capacity.... (we can sleep 8 in actual beds but never do; we allow most of our visitors to enjoy a nearby hotel room)...

But you might have a look at Aquila...
Forum: Marinas, Anchorage, Harbors, Slips and Storage 03-01-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,031
Posted By ranger58sb
Looks like decent public transportation from...

Looks like decent public transportation from Thunderbolt to downtown Savannah... so there could be ways around any downtown parking issues. OTOH, we chose Charleston over Savannah, Hilton Head, and...
Forum: Marinas, Anchorage, Harbors, Slips and Storage 02-29-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 15,687
Posted By ranger58sb
Lots of open dock space here at SH Charleston. ...

Lots of open dock space here at SH Charleston. It was full for the storm in January, but since then lots of boats coming and going. A surprise to me, actually, since I'd expected it'd be full-up...
Forum: Marinas, Anchorage, Harbors, Slips and Storage 02-28-2024, 06:15 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 15,687
Posted By ranger58sb
We're at a Safe Harbor for their "winter special"...

We're at a Safe Harbor for their "winter special" and that contract qualifies us for free SH transient slips (when available) and fuel at their cost.

So far, that's worked fine. We stayed at a...
Forum: General Discussion 02-27-2024, 06:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 790
Posted By ranger58sb
We'd maybe say "exploded parts diagram" or...

We'd maybe say "exploded parts diagram" or similar.

-Chris
Forum: General Discussion 02-25-2024, 06:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,248
Posted By ranger58sb
If Peggie's recommendations don't work, and if a...

If Peggie's recommendations don't work, and if a diet modification is out of the question...

Water not standing in the (VacuFlush?) bowl might suggest the bowl seal could need replacing?
...
Forum: Grand Banks 02-24-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,169
Posted By ranger58sb
Original Mainship 34. We had an '87 Mk III...

Original Mainship 34.

We had an '87 Mk III and it was a great boat. Single diesel, decent cockpit (various sizes, depending on which model), comfortable interior. The original owners had it set...
Forum: General Discussion 02-24-2024, 07:13 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,620
Posted By ranger58sb
Ref dock hands: yep. We've begun to carry...

Ref dock hands: yep.

We've begun to carry fenders pre-staged on both sides so when the Admiral goes forward she can kick all 8 of the forward fenders (4 on each side) overboard.. partly to clear...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 02-24-2024, 06:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
Yeah, now that I have all the parts I might need...

Yeah, now that I have all the parts I might need if it's element/seal related, I'm about ready to get down there... after our current guests hit the bricks. Hoping it's that, actually, and not a...
Forum: General Discussion 02-23-2024, 06:59 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,273
Posted By ranger58sb
Ummm... I've just discovered a few...

Ummm... I've just discovered a few feedbacks/comments to some of my earlier posts but only visible to me in the "User CP" area...

And Peter, one comment from you invites response relevant here,...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 02-22-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
Ah. Thanks, guys. Two wires to the element,...

Ah. Thanks, guys. Two wires to the element, ground probably elsewhere on the tank. 220 only, so no neutral required. And all 240V elements only have two posts too. All that gets me squared away....
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 02-22-2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,036
Posted By ranger58sb
240VAC water heater wiring?

I think our Atwood E20-220 (17.9 gallon) water heater has begun leaking... and it might be the tank or it might be the seal around the heating element. Or both. I reckon to hope for leaks around the...
Forum: Harbor Chat 02-22-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 514
Posted By ranger58sb
Why? You don't have to read everything...

Why?

You don't have to read everything here... New Posts, pick and choose...

??

-Chris
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 02-18-2024, 06:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 305
Posted By ranger58sb
How old is the original? Our 4 of our 5 SMXir...

How old is the original? Our 4 of our 5 SMXir panels are original, 18 years old, working fine... and that 5th one was only replaced last year.

(Looking for some wood to knock...)

-Chris
Forum: Power Systems 02-16-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By ranger58sb
I've ordered filters and drain valves from...

I've ordered filters and drain valves from racorstore before, all good.

Just recently, I put in a larger order for new drain valves, new vacuum gauges, new seal kits... almost $600... and the...
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