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Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 07-20-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,255
Posted By kabyak
Sorry for a slow response, we are cruising in the...

Sorry for a slow response, we are cruising in the Broughtons, BC. Congrats on your purchase. I expect we’ll have an event next year, nothing planned yet. Send me an email and I’ll add you to our...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 05-19-2023, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Posted By kabyak
My LiFePo system is built with Victron components...

My LiFePo system is built with Victron components including an external BMS that has an output signal which changes state if charging current or voltage exceeds limits. This goes to a programable...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 01-23-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,255
Posted By kabyak
The rendezvous is now set at Poulbo Marina,...

The rendezvous is now set at Poulbo Marina, May5-7.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 01-09-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 18,848
Posted By kabyak
Cerbo GX

I have a Cerbo GX in my my setup, I haven't had any issues and getting 3 bad units defies the odds. I'd echo DDW to look carefully at the power harness. The wires terminate with ferrules that are...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 01-06-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,255
Posted By kabyak
Bluewater Trawler Rendezvous, Puget Sound '23

I'm working to revive our annual rendezvous for Puget Sound Bluewater RPH trawlers, we had several great events pre Covid. We have a list of about 8 owners currently and I'm reaching out to any...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 12-29-2022, 11:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,316
Posted By kabyak
It's in quadrants, all but one interior shot is...

It's in quadrants, all but one interior shot is the forward right section, so you see a baffle on its left edge.
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 12-29-2022, 03:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,316
Posted By kabyak
Fuel tank progress

There was interest in my progress on this tank. I've added photos to show various steps.
Top center shows interior as found. Two shots with darkened surface are after cleaning (scraping, Simple...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 12-15-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,316
Posted By kabyak
Comodave: I'm sure there are baffles, I'm looking...

Comodave: I'm sure there are baffles, I'm looking specifically for owners of Blue Waters that might have direct knowledge of placement.
I found the ports, intended only for top use, at...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 12-15-2022, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,316
Posted By kabyak
Fuel tank leaks and baffles

I'm dealing with pin hole leaks in my 200 gal. bow fuel tank. It has an existing access panel in the top but is divided into quadrants by baffles inside. I cut three 6" holes for the other sections...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 05-02-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,082
Posted By kabyak
More on the systems and operations here: ...

More on the systems and operations here:
https://revisionmarine.com/projects/new-pacific/
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 03-04-2022, 08:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,822
Posted By kabyak
Salish Moon

Dieseldog,
We took this boat to survey in late 2015, a fellow named Ron owned it as "Off Duty" and kept it in Port Orchard. We found too many concerns and declined to pursue it. We did purchase a...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 12-13-2021, 04:27 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,688
Posted By kabyak
Being near a point of FLA battery relacement, I'm...

Being near a point of FLA battery relacement, I'm gathering info on a LifePO upgrade. In addition to alternator temp compensation there's an issue with the BMS disconnecting from the charge source...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 11-01-2021, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,382
Posted By kabyak
If you start at the shore power inlet and main...

If you start at the shore power inlet and main breaker (it should a 2 pole with neutral on one) can you trace the neutral downstream? You might use a meter at that point and ring thru all possible...
Forum: Bluewater Trawlers 11-01-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,382
Posted By kabyak
I think I know your boat, I recall it was early...

I think I know your boat, I recall it was early 1970s with a single Bedford. We have a 1979 BW, the wiring was a cluster of original and PO alterations. I spent days chasing it out, ringing wires end...
Forum: General Discussion 07-19-2021, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,781
Posted By kabyak
It seems to not apply to entry by boat, only...

It seems to not apply to entry by boat, only land. Struggling to find more clarification, can anyone point to specific rules for boaters?
Forum: General Discussion 07-02-2021, 02:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,676
Posted By kabyak
As to circumnavigating Vancouver Island, fuel is...

As to circumnavigating Vancouver Island, fuel is available in each of the 5 major sounds on the west side. There were lots of small sportfishers operating gas boats there in 2019 when we went around.
Forum: General Discussion 05-31-2021, 03:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,306
Posted By kabyak
My grill solution is a tank like the Trident...

My grill solution is a tank like the Trident 1410-0006, 1.4 gal and tall and skinny (about 6" dia). Secures easily into a corner in the cockpit and takes little space. I valve it off when not in use,...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 04-28-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,003
Posted By kabyak
PNW insurance rates

I just received my insurance renewal, we had a 10% increase in our rate vs. last year after 5 years with the provider and no claims. I'm curious what others in the Pacific NW are seeing?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 04-09-2021, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,573
Posted By kabyak
see Panbo Blog

I'm reading everything I can on the subject, the Panbo Blog has a two part post on his install and covers a whole shopping list of support components ($$$) needed for a safe and reliant system. You...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 03-15-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,761
Posted By kabyak
A great read on the subject is "Tides", by...

A great read on the subject is "Tides", by Jonathan White. He goes into depth with the science of tides and the oddities around the world due to geography.
Forum: General Discussion 06-29-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,386
Posted By kabyak
Blue Seas circuit wizard

Blue Seas offers a free app called Circuit Wizard that a useful quick reference for conductor sizing and circuit protection with calculator tools. ABYC standards are not a legal document like the NEC...
Forum: Other Makes 06-20-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,831
Posted By kabyak
Skookum trawler 41

I'm not the owner nor have any financial interest, I just think its a interesting boat that happens to be at our YC. She's a veteran of many Alaska trips and a very capable coastal cruiser, Well...
Forum: General Maintenance 12-06-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 27,650
Posted By kabyak
Simon, At what frequency have you renewed...

Simon,
At what frequency have you renewed bottom paint? And with what type, hard or ablative?
This will be a big switch for us moving from the river to POYC. I have a wet suit and hookah setup,...
Forum: Kadey - Krogen 10-21-2019, 03:31 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 20,508
Posted By kabyak
Bw40?

Steven,
Congrats, hope we can see her about on Puget Sound.
What's become of Fortitude? If you've sold her please have the new owners contact me regarding future BW rendezvous. Thanks.
Keith B...
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 06-10-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,856
Posted By kabyak
My Lewmar windlass came with the magnet and...

My Lewmar windlass came with the magnet and sensor installed, I added a chain counter and set up the chain calibration per the manual. All that first season I had problems with setting the hook and...
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