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Assuming your new purchase boat has a new zero time gen set , it might help wanabee folks to know the total cost of operating it till shot and then replacing it. Assume oil changes , filters, winterizing ? all by Da Book. The true total hourly cost of operating might be a help, to new folks .

My bride received an E mail from someone that wants to purchase her brand new Alden 2 person rowing skull.$5K. Located in PR , he wants to send a check. I have heard scammers will send a check that bounces , and when its returned to them they obtain all the bank info , and can clean out the...

The long title is" Velvet Drive Marine Transmission Service Manual " 71C - 72C Direct Drive and reduction ratios: 1.5-1, 1.88-1, 1.91-1 ,2.1-1,2.57-1 2.91-1 No idea if this info is available on line , or what the 77 page paper manual is worth. Will be sold to highest offer , plus postage...

Folks looking to have a new boat built should remember the engine is not the only choice , you should be able to spec the tranny too. Many posts concern powering stuff like a better grade of alt or a hyd package. Since the more commercial side of boating has a similar problem , there are...

I wonder if anyone has come across a fabric that does not show cat scratching We have a rescue cat that loves to sharpen her nails . A rope fender , cork floats on a post and a cardboard scratch pad are ignored, which have worked in the past with other cats. Carpet material might work , it...

Some great shots. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-10012433/Stunning-photos-nights-Harve st-Moon-lit-skies-world.htmla

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Lifted this from an RV site , might be worth the attempt to find where a leak comes from. "It was originally built for a smaller blower that didn't do the job. I had to add some extensions to the base to keep it from blowing over. I close all the cabin vents and tape off the...

The current issue of (PBB ) Pro Boat Builder has a good easy to understand article on correct dock wiring and bringing the power on board. As some cruisers are having hassles with GFI in different marinas this might be a good current source of info. PBB can be had by subscription.Paper...

I have been looking for a Tom Fexas MIDNIGHT LACE 44ft Rum Runner for 2 years or so. One that was not advertised well (at least I never found it) was in FFL with good replaced engines ,but I was a couple of weeks late. These were well built , although the first engines were DD that were not...

Folks worry about a lightning strike while cruising. However, A marina might be an even bigger target with many boats and a mile of wiring. "Square D by Schneider Electric QO250PSPD QO Plug-On Neutral Whole House Surge Protective Device" Simply plugs into a 240V CB socket on the...

Watching the BBC , India is a horror show. My only medical training was watching MASH years ago, but, But I remember in flight training the concept of "partial pressure of oxygen",up to about 12,000-14,000 feet , the body can breath . Above that oxygen is required BUT even with pure...

Every area of the US has interesting weather, https://www.lightningmaps.org/#m=oss;t=3;s=1;o=3;b=;ts=0;z=6;y=25.7294;x=-80.3078;d=2;dl=8 ;dc=0;

There getting better but still dont have it nailed, https://youtu.be/hzhP3Q5fku8Â

After posting for years about the advantages of a propane reefer,, I found some info on an RV site that might be useful to folks making a decision. Boondocking is same as anchoring out. Sure one can kill oneself with stupidity , but a proper installation can be safe as so many folks with...

For those that like to noodle, Years ago the AYRS came up with a simple method of figuring "hull" speed for a variety of boats. The old formula was created by looking at fat boats of the time , and doesn't work well for skinny fast boats. S = L/3b X SQ RT (L) When run for some...

Been a long time, but I have to drill some 3/8 holes in 1/4 inch Lexan. Seem to remember there are special bits to not crack the plastic , or drilling in reverse as a quick solution. Any advice?

.I didn't much check the accuracy of what is written below , but it is interesting if true. The current population of Earth is around 7.8 Billion. Â Â For most people, it is a large figure, that is all. Â Â However, someone has condensed the 7.8 billion in the world into 100 persons, and then...

Have been reading the Kidd series from Stockwin and they described the anchor cable as left hand laid. 1800 or so. Sure it was for bigger boats ,but any ideas why left hand? Good read, part fiction pulled from history of the time. Similar to Master & Commander .

The newest military branch (Space Cadets) and the FAA are getting concerned about the ease with which GPS can be knocked out. One solution they are looking out is a modernized " eLoran" system. It will be digital not analog. The Coast Guard claims for $300-$400million they can rebuild enough...

SARS-CoV-2 mink-associated variant strain – Denmark - WHO www.who.int › csr › don › 06-november-2020-mink-a... 3 days ago — Since June 2020, 214 human cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Denmark with SARS-CoV-2 variants associated with farmed minks, including 12 cases with a unique...

I know there are "document " renewal services that pester yacht owners , is this "domain name service" another con? Save 20% on your domain renewal when you call today*

Last winter we had great service with My Island Wi Fi . Was a bit pri$y but worked great. We are in the Ortona FL area and the local providers system dies in the rain . Or on a damp morning. Does anyone have a good deal on a cellular Wi Fi l they found that works? We have no cellphone so...

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Saw an interesting show on TV where a plastic bottle of water was cooled to below 32F and it stayed liquid. The bottle was slammed onto a table and the water went solid instantly! Does this have a name so I can look up what causes this,, and perhaps use it in a project? TIA