Welcome, from another Upper Chesapeake boater. We are in Bohemia Bay Yacht Harbor. Look up Chateau Bu-De Winery's firework schedule. They do about 4 per season. Very professional show right over a nice anchorage. Just watch out for the mass exodus after the show. Better to plan for the night...
There are a few pairs at Sailorman if anyone is looking. No affiliation, just trying to be helpful.
https://www.sailorman.com/store/p12314/Pair_of_White_Fenderboards_w%2F_Rubrail.html
https://www.sailorman.com/store/p13894/6_FT_Fender_Board_%281_of_2%29.html...
Speaking of projects...
https://www.ironplanet.com/for-sale/Recreational-Marine-1992-94-ft-Boat-California/5142099?h=5000%2Cc%7C1380%7C1604%2Csm%7C0%2Cms%7CM%2Cmf%7C1&rr=0.33333&hitprm=c%3D1380%7C1604&pnLink=yes
Very interesting article about a 'DIY" bulbous bow. Have to read about 1/2 way into the article for the section on the bulb.
https://www.soundingsonline.com/boats/saving-sinbad
If you can find one, I highly recommend Samsung Galaxy View SM-T670. 18.4" screen and very viewable in daylight. Built in GPS and a USB port. I use it on our covered flybridge but mostly in our pilothouse.
They have performed quite well. Worst conditions with them (original ones) were in sustained 30 knot winds for 4-5 hours one night and a 40 knot squall that hit once for 30-45 mins. Just upgraded the Pooles to a pair of Mason anchors that are 50% heavier. Went for the bling factor as well as...
This stuff is excellent at protecting metals. Unlike a "top" coat product that only adheres to the surface and likely to fail as Steve D' stated, this product actually penetrates the surface. I have used this product on everything from metal sculptures to rat rod headers. It's easy to use and...
Use a snubber as you also would on an all chain rode. Please see the link to a method for splicing rope to chain for smooth windless operation. According to West Marine advisor, a correctly done splice will retain 95% of rope strength...
If you get no satisfaction from filling a dispute with eBay, resell them.
If you got them at such a deal, resell them, possibly for more than you paid and perhaps enough to buy the right props. Make lemonade, not more problems for yourself.
If you're looking for a lightweight option to replace your all chain anchor rode, this line is certified at a 35,000lb working load! Samson Amsteel II is a double braided line with the outer braid serving as chafe protection and the inner core providing the amazing strength. This 225ft. length...
Nautical Structures 800lb. Davit with 24v. cable lift and manual boom/rotation. This davit was installed new in 1993 on a custom Vripack trawler. It is mounted on a 4” post. It was re-cabled with s/s cable in 2012 and has no burrs or defects. It was repainted with Imron Snow White MG601 in 2013...
2012 Zodiac 340 RIB hard bottom inflatable with 30hp Honda 4 stroke. Motor has less than 20 hours! Stored for 6 years aboard a custom trawler with non-ethanol fuel. The trawler was owned by an elderly couple that was not comfortable launching the tender from the davit on the flybridge, so it got...
That's my boat! I can attest to the fact that they work amazing! During the sea trial both my broker and the surveyor commented that they never experienced anything like them. And together they have been aboard 100's of yachts of all sizes. My experience since my ownership has been very...
It sure makes the night watches better. I would go with a superautomatic if ours goes. That would free up some counter space. You defiantly want to put a filter on the water inlet and make sure you de-lime/descale the machine as directed by the manufacturer. Note that our boat is Euro electric...
If a surveyor states that there is unsecured ballast in a survey to be submitted to your insurance co., you will most likely be required to address it (secure it) for your insurance co. before renewal or binding coverage.
Just came across this and found it very interesting and wanted to share.
Taken from their website:
"The new SHARROW PROPELLER™ Is the first major advancement in propeller technology since the 1930s."
"9 - 15% MORE EFFICIENT,dramatically reducing fuel cost"
"LESS WEAR AND TEAR ON ENGINE...