G'day.
I'm looking at a couple of potential projects on my '94 Tolly 45. The basic layout is very similar to 43s and 44s.
I'd like to replace the fwd holding tank. It is of course located under the deck of the fwd cabin, although there is some access from the fwd bilge. Has anyone dealt with this?
Next, it would be very pleasant to be able to make fresh water on board.
I should say that I cruise in the PNW and prefer to travel and anchor out in remoter places.
FW availability is relatively good, at least to Cape Caution, but it is becoming more problematic. The water at remoter marinas is often not potable, and even some Govt docks are restricting water access.
Against that, the potential cost of a water maker install is sufficiently eye watering to challenge the cost/benefit analysis, and the best placement of water maker components is not entirely obvious.
Can anyone offer advice from experience?
Thanks,
Sarona
I'm looking at a couple of potential projects on my '94 Tolly 45. The basic layout is very similar to 43s and 44s.
I'd like to replace the fwd holding tank. It is of course located under the deck of the fwd cabin, although there is some access from the fwd bilge. Has anyone dealt with this?
Next, it would be very pleasant to be able to make fresh water on board.
I should say that I cruise in the PNW and prefer to travel and anchor out in remoter places.
FW availability is relatively good, at least to Cape Caution, but it is becoming more problematic. The water at remoter marinas is often not potable, and even some Govt docks are restricting water access.
Against that, the potential cost of a water maker install is sufficiently eye watering to challenge the cost/benefit analysis, and the best placement of water maker components is not entirely obvious.
Can anyone offer advice from experience?
Thanks,
Sarona