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Racor polisher Another very interesting thread. I myself built my own system like many others. The reason was the unreliability of the fuel when in different countries. I based mine on a dual 1000 system I found in MARINE CONNECTIONS IN Ft Pierce. I gave much thought to what I needed. We carry...

Great reply FWT. I'm of the same ilk Born before computers , and calculators, and in the time when using Slide rules during exams at college was banned. I use the head up monitors and mini computers, with all sorts of electronics. But also carry charts, maintain a hourly log, carry a sextant...

Buy a sailrite m/c. Your an ex sailmaker, You should have no problem. Sailrite even have dozen's of "How To" videos. I've done my own stuff, savings are huge.

I had Naiad 251 on my last boat (Cheoy Lee 50) 30 year old simple system. It worked flawless. The only upgrade I did was move from Belt drive off the crank to rubber direct drive. The only thing I would have liked was a electric clutch arrangement, I would have liked to disconnect the hydraulic...

https://bulkwire.com/ancor-tinned-marine-grade-battery-cable 2 x50ft single wire will cost you $150

Yes , Shame I cannot do it. Was fun last year. However one has to do the decent thing and look after the Bride! Next year TED!

My saloon windows were already tinted. Where I am moored my port side faces the afternoon sun, and the heat the tint attracts is impressive. I have venetian blinds on the windows but that is not enough. I have since installed modified / cut down car window shades to reduce saloon heat.

Oops! Sorry guys, It looks like i have to cancel... I will not be able to make it. The wife picked up Covid last week, so will be in isolation etc. Looks like I will not be able to get to the boat till the end of Jan.

Came across this in this morning's paper. Looks like we are in for major changes in the coming years...

Ted I plan on being there. Just one

Looking at the install photos. You may wish to upgrade the install so they are out of the bilge, right way up, and still underwater to make them easier to service if blocked etc.

I'm off the ilk. I had flowscans on last boat. Where inshore cruising you got used to the numbers, and you learnt the settings. I used to do quite a lot of offshore, where sea conditions had a huge impact on fuel burn. Then it was very comforting to watch the info when punching 6ft seas or...

Fuel gauge upgrade There is a Australian company that do monitoring similar to flowscan and a good bit cheaper. I do not think they are available in the states. But definitely worth looking at. Engine Fuel Consumption Gauge Kit (Supply & Return Lines). I have 5 fuel tanks on board for 3500...

I made my own. I used this as a annunciator Flashing light / and sound signal. https://www.mpja.com/Annunciator-Alarm-with-Flash-Red-LEDs-12VAC_DC/productinfo/35190+SU/ I then used a standard float level switch mounted just above the bilge pump. Power was taken from the Junction block of the...

Sorry to hear of your woes. The prime reason for the leak is misalignment, its absolutely critical. When first installed it must be 100% for it to "run in " and form the perfect seal. I would have a look at the carbon face to see if there are any chips out causing the leak , if it looks good try...

I left my trawler 50ft Cheoy Lee in St Maarten (Dutch side) for 4 years and in Virgin Gorda (BVI) for 3 years. Had pretty good service, apart from Launch dates. They never seem to want to paint the bottom till you arrive.

I'm still game Jay & Ted.

Be nice to chat again Ted, I'll be looking forward to the lunch!

You have a real minefield with this question. As a resident of Singapore and a non US Citizen you cannot document in the US. Your personal time would also be limited decreasing annual below the rolling average. You could register as a local boat after paying the purchase tax in whatever state...

I bought my Trojan 10x L16 service batteries direct from Trojan in Clearwater. And my 8D Engine Deka Batteries from Batteries Plus. (Less than $200.) each

Hi Ted, I'm still here finishing my refit in Tarpon Springs. Going home for the New Year but will be back on the 7th Jan, so anytime after that would be great! Be nice to meet Tfers again.

Omega was a land based system from the 60-70's I thing it was developed from the DECCA system from the WW2 aftermath. Then we had Loran "A" (Worked well with limited range) Then loran "C" (longer range system, was'nt impressed with it) Then we moved on to Sat-Nav. From that they...

I still carry charts. I have my electronic's stand alone as well. ( I have 4 GPS systems running). I also carry a sextant, handbearing compass. The main reason is security. If the electronics die, no problem for me. I have been on a boat in the ocean where we've had fire and electrics...

I leave mine running, they burn so little. my tank is 1oo gall. I have noticed that it has to run for 2-3 days before it seems to have an effect on the tank when 50% full ? I deduce it's having a effect because when first using there was a odor near the tank vent. After a few days it cleared so...

Salt water flush.