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Yes Dave, up here in BC that for me has been the biggest issue when springing out the stern (occasionally getting the line caught in the block) on the "bull rail" ties. The bow on most boats is more prone to "catch the wind" (and therefore be pushed back in), so in most instances, springing off...

My additional advice is get a good anchor (like Vulcan, Spade, Sarca, etc.) one size oversized for your boat, all chain rode, or at least a boat length, and then "study up" on how to do it. Taking a general course like Power Squadron (there are other sources of training) is a good idea, or you...

Jim, Many factors will determine the relative safety of anchoring compared to mooring on "someone else's" buoy. Anchoring depends on the equipment. Type and size of anchor, chain, rope, or combo rode. It depends on the bottom type, tides, and depths. It also depends greatly on the person's...

Great quote from a wise man! There is much to learn from the ancient stoics :thumb:

I agree with David. The Cummins 6B series are rock solid, dependable, and there are lots of them out there. Parts are usually readily available, and most mechanics are very familiar with them. For ones that are aftercooled, have that component checked out as they are high maintenance items, but...

Might I suggest that our fully vaccinated American friends make reservations at any marinas they want to visit??? It might get busy with all of this "pent up" energy. :)

"Just for planning purposes, you can count on spending 10% of what you paid for the boat annually to own, operate and maintain your boat." And if you pay less than $100,000 for the boat (an older or a "beater" as you called it) your costs to own, operate, and repair/maintain/update your boat...

Jim, As the article stated, if you tie up to the private buoy you are "trespassing on a trespasser". But the larger issue is do you trust the buoy system with your boat, and maybe your life (extreme but possible). Anchoring can be a concern due to entanglement issues with the buoy(s). Finding a...

Transport Canada has rules for moorings as to markings, the buoy itself, etc. The Provincial Government has jurisdiction on the seafloor at least in the relative shallows where most buoys are located. Even though the Province has authority over the approval of and placement of mooring buoys on...

My guess with the limited info available, would be some kind of problem with either the charger or battery, especially if this issue "just started" and nothing has changed. Maybe the battery now has a bad cell causing overcharging????

Good advice. Now a days, also confirm the availability of moorage before buying!!!!

Even though there seems to a be a growing presence of private moorings, mostly in sheltered bays, etc., they are all actually illegal. No enforcement of this though.

Personally, I find attitudes that are holier than thou and those who tend to belittle how others came to learn something to be condescending and full of self importance. No one was born with the "knowledge"; they all acquired it somehow. This is true of even the well acknowledged, accepted...

I am with you on all counts for this one. Most batteries in a marine (pleasure boat) application have a shorter than "optimal" life due to owner abuse. I cannot speak to lithium, as to how much abuse they can take, but FLA and most other types will not tolerate very well regular operation in a...

+1 Dan. With the wet hull, and the other list of issues the OP presented, I would not consider this boat at all. It sounds like it will cost more than it is worth in both time and money! Many better boats out there, even in this market.

Welcome to the Forum!!! Start with "Boat Search 101" at the top of the "General" forum. Good luck.

Twisted, Does that "shackle" ever come off (fall off) if the whole system goes slack, as in dead calm conditions? I have never used that type, nor seen it first hand.

+1 :thumb:And not in a mean spirited way. Just with choice, comes outcomes (consequences). "Not very often do we "get it all" the way we want". In this case, if someone wants to exercise what they see as their right to not vaccinate, and a Country decides that because of that choice they do not...

I don't have experience with this personally. But my mechanic and I have discussed this quite a bit. He stated that for some boats, it is a nightmare to gain access, and much of the work is performed by stretching and "feel" alone. It can add greatly to the bill, due to the extra time and...

So true, Bruce. My son yesterday pointed out an article pertaining to the US Navy and it's current state of training. Most Officers surveyed stated that they felt their crews were not adequately trained and drilled in "warfare" and ship's operation (like piloting, navigation, etc.), but they had...

Psycho....., I still stand by my earlier advise. However, I forgot to add 2 other concerns you should at least look into. One, moorage. Moorage can be hard to find, but that is very area dependent, and it is even more scarce for liveaboards. Many marinas do not allow liveaboards, and those that...

Personally, I took it as humour. Send me a PM (private message) with your email address and I will send you some checklists. Welcome aboard, and have fun!

Welcome to the forum!! You will get all kinds of advice here, most of it very good, even if it is not what you want to hear. :) First off, Thank You for your Service! Now my 2 cents worth..... From what I can gather from your posts, you don't even yet have an idea of what you want, and certainly...

Who would have thought that forward facing pods, totally exposed under the boat could be a problem in the log and debris strewn waters of Washington and BC?? :banghead::whistling:

Good advice and comments. I would minimize loads if having to use an "extra long" cord set up. I have seen people use electrical tape to help "seal" the joint where the 2 cords are joined. AlaskaProf, I first saw this in Shearwater.:)