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*Elwin Would you like to do a partnership on that lovely yacht? I'm sure we could find a few hundred partners.*

*DITTO - I am now removing my old Halon unit. Does anyone know about the safety of the Halon replacement product. I am not sure if everyone knows this, but you cannot buy new Halon units. The safety factor might be exactly why it was removed from the market.

Carl I'll probably show her. I often commend her for saving me from my own stupidity.

*I'll bet Walt is a Scotch neat drinker.

The boat door key is on the chain with the car and motorcycle keys. The boat key is in the boat. I made a checklist, but found that my wife serves that purpose quite well. Did You? Did You?? Did You??? Yes dear. Thank You! -- Edited by Carey on Thursday 1st of March 2012 12:43:17 PM

Paul I'm sorry to say that I've never done that, but you can take encouragement in the fact that I am definitely capable of the same mistake. Even after hearing of your incident. We all have our moments!!!

Yes, well done guys!!! This is not the place for commercial one sided presentations.*

*Apologies. The Walmart reference was made simply as a comparison between barely suitable and much better. Oooops!!!

-- Edited by psneeld on Saturday 25th of February 2012 01:35:27 PM We can agree to disagree. No worries. However, I wouldn't necessarily assume that you have the supreme knowledge in all matters. It won't serve you well in the long run.*

You know what they say about opinions!!! Personally, I don't see plywood of any sort as a solution that I would use, but choosing ACX over marine plywood is not a good choice in many ways. You can do it the Walmart way or the right way. Your call.* -- Edited by Carey on Friday 24th of...

Alternative Swim Platform Mterials You know what they say about opinions!!! Personally, I don't see plywood of any sort as a solution that I would use, but choosing ACX over marine plywood is not a good choice in many ways. You can do it the Walmart way or the right way. Your call.* --...

Alternative Swim Platform Mterials *The only problem with this procedure is the use of AC plywood. ACX is made with an A grade face, a C grade (tight knot) back, and D grade core. D grade veneers can have voids as large as 2.5" or more. These voids are where the problems begin. With differing...

If I were going to use plywood, I would spring for marine plywood of half the desired thickness, since they come in four foot widths, then glue two layers together. Say two thicknesses of 1/2 inch for a total of 1". And I would not cut any slots in it, because you would increase the amount of...

*We have a guy in our marina that has built Douglas Fir swim steps on his last three boats. They are very large as well. About 4' x 14'. I am not sure what chemical treatment he has done on them. He used 2x4s from the lumber yard. Not the most elegant look, but it works.

Like TonyB, I will let anyone with an interest drive my boat. I will instruct them as much as I feel they want, and really try to make them understand all that goes into the process. However, I remain fully engaged in all aspects. I know that ultimately it is me who is responsible for everything...

The only way I can justify the Eagle is we LIVE ON IT!* * *I've never heard of the owning of a boat being justified unless it is a commercial boat. *Commercial boats are not yachts. *So that leaves yachts out. When Lou asked me my biggest fault, I said that's easy. *I spend too much daum...

Gas engines are as safe as the owner and operator allow. Well maintained, and ventilated, they can be fine.

Don Would that not constitute "tooting his own horn"?**

Shannon This section is for website and computer technical help. Try one of the other sections, such as Power Systems or General Maintenance. There is also a Grand Banks section lower on the home page. *Welcome* *

From my own experience, and that of others, the water tight units are only necessary on the fly bridge, or a very damp old wood boat.

I wish you luck. But you won't likely find a decent boat you'd want to live aboard in that price range. There are many websites you can peruse to give you a preview and help you get your expectations in line. -- Edited by Carey on Friday 17th of February 2012 06:01:25 PM

I bought a Sony automotive stereo with CD player about ten years ago. It is inside a very dry cabin, and works great. I also have a Monster cable which allows me to play my ipod through the stereo.

*Don I don't plan that far ahead any more.*

My boating shoe of choice has always been whatever I am wearing that day. Fortunately, none of them has left marks on deck. My current selection is either Merrell hiking boots with Vibram rubber soles, or Teva sandals (no socks).*

*A good friend and generally good guy. Contact them at www.pacificmarine.com -- Edited by Carey on Sunday 12th of February 2012 09:29:05 PM