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Reliable climate control for area that you are cruising (you have to feel comfortable while on-board) Docking capability's , using a powerful bow thruster, and possibly a stern thruster (you don't want to look like a fool while docking) Tender considerations and launch capability if you...

I have considered in floor heating for my aft stateroom head under the ceramic tile floor as the floor is so cold in the winter Tile transfer's heat so its the covering of choice Most kits will work on 110v ,use a special thermostat that has a heat probe remote to the floor You need a nice...

The grease system is used to stop the water drip during idle periods only You pump just enough grease to stop the water drip after shutting down for the day or during winter layup You need a slow water drip to cool the stuffing box while the shaft is turning

On the subject of that steel boat Did anyone notice the pic of the engine room Thats the only time I have ever seen common pvc fittings used on coolant lines Look around a bit, don't fall in love too easy The fun of buying a boat is checking out whats available And go for a lower maintenance...

This is how I would do it Replace your existing switches with the two way momentary rockers that I linked to The light output is increased to full (or any desired brightness) when the switch is momentarily pushed up,and reduced to 0 on the down position You will need to add these hard wire...

Is this the size? VIMAR Switch 10A Push Button

Find the weight rating of the trailer B.C. requires elect brakes on the larger trailers RVDA of Canada - Provincial Brake Requirements Many us trailers only have hydraulic surge brakes The trailer may have to be converted before it can be licensed

Overall the 3208 has a good reputation in marine They were considered a throw-away engine as they did not have replaceable liners I still see the 1160's around (the predecessor to the 3208) Cat parts are pricey ,they don't like to have competition in the parts remanufacturing so core charges...

Several advantages Around my cruising area we have currents to fight Getting an extra 2 kn's can mean the diffence between making a tide ,or waiting 3 or more hr's for the tide to slack off or change It's also nice to get a little extra speed up to beat a friends boat into a slip...

A hydronic system is best Kabola is the standard for a reliable furnace Most other brands will just nickle and dime you to death with maintenance if used regularly Oil stoves are great for a larger yacht The standard setup is to use a high mounted header tank to allow a gravity drop to the...

I remember learning about this stuff watching a discovery channel series called Axe men Anyone here remember the pro's at S & S Aqua logging I always got a good laugh Some info here Underwater Loggers Sunk By Law Enforcement » News » OPB

The adds are geared toward your interests There are cookies that track your travels throughout the INTERNET Goggle etc and the pop up adds here ,find that if they advertise your personal interests that it pays I see Telus Celular (a local cell phone company,and a banking site BMO) on my screen

Take a look at a used 35' Albin Tournament Express Hardtop Cruiser Some are available with a single diesel I have run the 34' version and like the quality

Welcome I love the Nordhavn's as well, I ran a 40 for the owner ,took out guests on day cruises I understand you concerns on speed They sure are low on maintenance though ,and cheap to run Give Selene's a look ,they usually have a bit more brightwork to deal with,but have higher hp engines to...

Date of birth can be hidden (its an option) in your User CP I have my date hidden Zip code cannot, but you need not put yoir correct zip ,if you are concerned

I believe it's cost effective to run it up every once and awhile 1) It cleans the bottom 2)Its good for the engine I have run my friends 34 Albin tournament express ,its quite similar He runs it slow and economical Actually too slow according to the mechanic that does yearly computer...

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It always happens when people feel there is a better way they state their opinion This is good, its how forums work Even a manufacturers tech support person may question the op's desires and give alternate ways This may give the OP pause for thought , but as you say Rick its his decision in the...

A good winter project for you then:) A 4" bronze or plastic watertight access cover + a fabricated tiller handle Easy as you have a square end on the rudder Or you could just put grease tape around those hydraulic fitting ends now ,before there is any sign of corrosion and don't worry about it

I am fussy It depends on the type of electrical panel The late 70's early 80's Taiwan trawlers that I have seen were lacking in comparison to the us built boats at the time My 1980 Chris craft wiring and main breaker panel is virtually identical to the standards used today on a new yacht...

I had the same issue with my previous boat Running at 2000rpm ,after 1/2 hour or so it could drop to 1925 3 station Morse controls were high enough effort,so I did not want to tighten the tensioner on the head 1/2 a wooden clothes peg used as a wedge between the throttle handle and case...

If you have the time and enjoy the outside maintenance, old wooden boats will out last most of us Detroit parts are cheap and the design (keel cooled,dry stack) are the most durable A bit tippy for my tastes (most have poles on them to use paravanes when traveling) In the second pic ,I...

For the voyage you have planned a working autopilot is a mandatory item

Where I live there is always current issues To measure fuel burn /speed I reverse course 180 and average it out That works for shorter distances

The link I provided is one way of reducing vibrations But cross off prop balance and cutlass bearings first Is your hard rubber disk similar to the coupling in my link? Correct , the Aqua-drive is a top quality product BTW the poly disk will handle prop thrust I agree,correct...