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Forum: Kadey - Krogen 03-25-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,664
Posted By Mac2
As a previous owner of the Manatee (15 years), I...

As a previous owner of the Manatee (15 years), I would reconsider your decision. I don't think you will find a better built boat from the mid 1980's. Mostly due to the pvc coring material that...
Forum: General Discussion 02-23-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,831
Posted By Mac2
Being that your cruising in the PNW (and living...

Being that your cruising in the PNW (and living aboard), I would opt for the interior space over the side deck. I had a 36 Krogen Manatee for 15 years and the only issues I ever had was docking...
Forum: General Discussion 02-21-2024, 02:48 PM
Replies: 13,835
Views: 2,154,295
Posted By Mac2
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Looks like a converted fishing boat-very well done! I like the floating dock/hinged swim platform as well.
Forum: General Discussion 02-07-2024, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13,835
Views: 2,154,295
Posted By Mac2
If you see the Selene hauled out, you will note...

If you see the Selene hauled out, you will note how flat the stern section is and how far that flat section extends towards the mid section.
Forum: General Discussion 02-07-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,324
Posted By Mac2
Just a thought. I was in the same predicament....

Just a thought. I was in the same predicament. Ultimately I ended up just using the solar panels to create a bimini. I already had the reinforced frame work (previous owner reinforced for snow). I...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 02-06-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,543
Posted By Mac2
[QUOTE=hollywood8118;1216887]Get a better...

[QUOTE=hollywood8118;1216887]Get a better dehumidifier, one designed for a crawlspace. Heat will make it worse. Warm air holds a lot more water than cold air. You can get a commercial dehumidifier...
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 02-02-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,178
Posted By Mac2
s/v Panope's anchor testing is the best I've...

s/v Panope's anchor testing is the best I've seen. Not only do you get to see the video results, but he tests the resetting ability of the anchor. Most tests I have seen only test the pull/holding...
Forum: General Discussion 01-29-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,249
Posted By Mac2
He filmed the mooring ball on the beach. Maybe he...

He filmed the mooring ball on the beach. Maybe he edited the footage due to insurance reasons.
Forum: General Discussion 01-28-2024, 07:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,249
Posted By Mac2
I thought it interesting the hollywood director...

I thought it interesting the hollywood director didn’t film the most important detail-the point of failure. He filmed the mooring ball on the beach, which he stated was still attached, but didn’t...
Forum: General Discussion 07-20-2023, 02:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,549
Posted By Mac2
I just fixed a similar low pressure situation on...

I just fixed a similar low pressure situation on my raritan. When I unhooked the freshwater line at the toilet, I accidentally found a filter inside the line just before the solenoid. It was caked on...
Forum: General Discussion 07-17-2023, 12:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,459
Posted By Mac2
Thanks for all the information and advice! I’m...

Thanks for all the information and advice! I’m going to do some experimenting and report back.
Forum: General Discussion 07-16-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,459
Posted By Mac2
That is what I was thinking as well.

That is what I was thinking as well.
Forum: General Discussion 07-16-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,459
Posted By Mac2
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Hope this helps
Forum: General Discussion 07-16-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,459
Posted By Mac2
Hydraulic steering mystery

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Trying to figure out the black hydraulic holding tank connected to the auto pilot pump. It seems like an overflow tank but its at the lowest point of the system and it has a screw cap with a...
Forum: General Discussion 06-06-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Posted By Mac2
Yes. Weather has been amazing this last month....

Yes. Weather has been amazing this last month. Looks like there are two you can go after now.
Forum: General Discussion 06-06-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Posted By Mac2
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It’s heading back out the locks now
Forum: Welcome Mat 06-06-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By Mac2
Welcome aboard. Albin or Willard. Aspen or a...

Welcome aboard. Albin or Willard. Aspen or a Ranger Tug if you have the budget.
Forum: General Discussion 06-06-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Posted By Mac2
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This is the boat I was thinking of by the Seattle yacht club. Appears to be a sistership. The salon windows are unique to this model.
Forum: General Discussion 06-06-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Posted By Mac2
I was to busy gawking! I think it is berthed...

I was to busy gawking! I think it is berthed across from the Seattle yacht club. I’ll try to get some pictures the next time I get down there
Forum: General Discussion 06-06-2023, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Posted By Mac2
Still looking? It just went by me in Ballard

Still looking? It just went by me in Ballard
Forum: Power Systems 04-14-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,338
Posted By Mac2
Thanks for the update. Sad they didn’t do it...

Thanks for the update. Sad they didn’t do it right to begin with. Hope it works out this time.
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 04-12-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,487
Posted By Mac2
Washington Chain and Supply said they could do it...

Washington Chain and Supply said they could do it but I’d have to pay for their welder.
Forum: Anchors and Anchoring 04-12-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,487
Posted By Mac2
Side note: when I buy my next anchor chain, I...

Side note: when I buy my next anchor chain, I will have them weld a couple links of chain the next size up on both ends. I found that shackles that match the strength of the chain don’t fit. The bolt...
Forum: General Discussion 04-12-2023, 04:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,716
Posted By Mac2
I’ve been told there is little difference in...

I’ve been told there is little difference in stretch (at 30-35 feet) but you have the added strength and chafe protection. My double braided line is rated the same as my 1/2 chain-9k lbs (can’t...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 04-11-2023, 09:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,830
Posted By Mac2
137858 24 volt system. Very happy so far. Look...

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24 volt system. Very happy so far. Look forward to seeing Greg’s system.
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