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Forum: Boats | For Sale 03-21-2024, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By Sangraal
Kadey Krogen 54 for sale

After 7 years of cruising full time Joanna and I have decided to put our Kadey Krogen 54 Passagemaker, Ursa Major on the market. Not an easy decision but with our 4th Grandchild having just arrived...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 06-06-2022, 12:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,336
Posted By Sangraal
We were at Ortega Landing when Irma came a...

We were at Ortega Landing when Irma came a calling. By then a TS. An uninsured boat from the river dragged down onto us and caused over $38,000 of damage. The marina lost power with the storm surge...
Forum: Power Systems 05-16-2022, 12:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,513
Posted By Sangraal
There is a 1/2” hole below the exhaust . The new...

There is a 1/2” hole below the exhaust . The new manifold will plug the hole and use #2 gasket material. Once complete top off the antifreeze if needed. Not an issue. Good luck.
Paul
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 12-20-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,803
Posted By Sangraal
I have had good luck so far using tank tender for...

I have had good luck so far using tank tender for the last 3 years. I have had one down tube plug but other than that it is great. Use it for diesel, fresh water too.
Forum: Power Systems 06-04-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,288
Posted By Sangraal
As others have said buy a replacement Stainless...

As others have said buy a replacement Stainless one. Once you have bought it I would install it. If you wish to carry an emergency spare perhaps hang onto the old one. Waiting for it to fail is in...
Forum: Marinas, Anchorage, Harbors, Slips and Storage 05-28-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,953
Posted By Sangraal
Another option near Thunderbolt is the Hinkley...

Another option near Thunderbolt is the Hinkley yard. Quality work and the rates in GA are a little less than FL. We winter at Ortega Landing as others on this post do. The yards near there are good...
Forum: Kadey - Krogen 03-15-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 20,506
Posted By Sangraal
They are a great boat to travel in and to make...

They are a great boat to travel in and to make your home. We have been custodians of Hull #1 since July 2017 and have been impressed with the build and original design. We are currently maybe 65%...
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 01-12-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 301
Posted By Sangraal
Sold.

Sold.
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 01-11-2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 301
Posted By Sangraal
50A 125/250v SmartPlug Connector & Inlet

50A Combo Kit B50ASSY.
I got this but have changed direction with the project. The package is unopened. Cost $220 ish. $110 plus postage.
Forum: Power Systems 01-01-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,553
Posted By Sangraal
The $1500 number sounds right from my...

The $1500 number sounds right from my recollection, also done two years ago. All that was changed was the seals and torque lock washers. A yard with the right gear pops the fins off very quickly. ...
Forum: General Discussion 12-08-2020, 08:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,144
Posted By Sangraal
We had a full tub with water jets when we first...

We had a full tub with water jets when we first got the boat. From before signing I new it had to go. We never used it and I doubt the hot water system could have filled it. This year we took it...
Forum: General Discussion 11-23-2020, 08:26 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,201
Posted By Sangraal
I believe they still have a use in teaching the...

I believe they still have a use in teaching the basics of geometry and more and would like the opportunity to be custodians them. Our grandchildren are of an age where learning hands on as well as...
Forum: General Discussion 11-23-2020, 12:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,253
Posted By Sangraal
Late to the party, but Blackstone. Like their...

Late to the party, but Blackstone. Like their analysis of what’s going on plus trending.
Forum: General Discussion 10-02-2020, 02:17 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,282
Posted By Sangraal
Our canoe stern access hatch was well thought out...

Our canoe stern access hatch was well thought out a James Krogen. It’s easy to use, and the boat is very good down wind in a seaway. The Kadey Krogen 54 has a lot of North Sea Fishing boat hull shape...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 09-11-2020, 03:08 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,691
Posted By Sangraal
We have a vented washer drier by Splendide that...

We have a vented washer drier by Splendide that works well. Replaced it when we got the boat and regularly use it. For us it is a necessary part of life on board
Forum: General Discussion 09-11-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 21,706
Posted By Sangraal
We added the Forespar flopper stoppers. The...

We added the Forespar flopper stoppers. The standard length for the bigger pole at 14’ was too long to easily stow when not in use. We shortened them to 12’6” at the time of ordering and fitted the...
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 08-31-2020, 01:06 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,391
Posted By Sangraal
What ever construction material you choose a...

What ever construction material you choose a support under the bowsprit will help. It will allow it to be lighter and not have to adsorb as much load when breaking our the anchor. I added this to my...
Forum: General Discussion 08-24-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,374
Posted By Sangraal
Another vote for American flags. It is very well...

Another vote for American flags. It is very well made in a heavy cloth.
Forum: General Maintenance 06-14-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,226
Posted By Sangraal
I should have expanded my reply. Everyone of the...

I should have expanded my reply. Everyone of the fittings is riveted, except one each side which gives me the option to dismantle to flat. If a few were done on then a few spares would be put into...
Forum: General Maintenance 06-14-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,226
Posted By Sangraal
The guy who just fitted my new Bimini made a...

The guy who just fitted my new Bimini made a point of taking out the screws, drilling and pop riveting them. He said the 40 plus years of doing similar jobs had told him the set screws can be...
Forum: General Discussion 05-17-2020, 07:49 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,110
Posted By Sangraal
Just rotated it by hand. It moves relatively...

Just rotated it by hand. It moves relatively easily. The diver was there to align the cutters on each shaft.
Forum: General Discussion 05-17-2020, 07:08 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,110
Posted By Sangraal
Changing the dampers at the dock is a straight...

Changing the dampers at the dock is a straight forward job as others have described. The only complications are if you have to push the prop back the cutters will likely disengage. We did both our...
Forum: General Discussion 04-26-2020, 08:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,123
Posted By Sangraal
I have had good success with teak using a sealing...

I have had good success with teak using a sealing epoxy first. On the second coat of epoxy before it trips start varnishing. I have done that with the Bristol finish and also with varnish. Both seem...
Forum: Power Systems 04-13-2020, 01:08 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,001
Posted By Sangraal
Last year we did about 450hrs. We change them...

Last year we did about 450hrs. We change them once a year.
Forum: Kadey - Krogen 04-04-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,670
Posted By Sangraal
Good luck!

Good luck!
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