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    VHF radio issues

    I got this meter and it is great Surecom Gam3Gear SW-102S SO239 Connector Digital VHF UHF 125-525Mhz Power & SWR Meter Amazon.com
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    USCBP Sticker

    Just so I am clear. I need this $31 sticker/number if I enter the US by a 31ft or larger boat but not if I enter by a 31ft or larger airplane or motorhome?
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    Documentation Renewal

    Yes this was changed I believe because of complaints from people who did not plan in keeping the boat 5 years. So they went back to 1-5 years
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    Women boating?

    I often call my wife the Admiral and in no way a derogatory way. It best sums up our jobs on the boat. The Admiral decides where the boat is going and when it is leaving. And I as Captain is expected to get it there. The Admiral is perfectly capable of doing it herself and will consult with...
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    Engine Stop Button

    Put a meter on the solenoid to make sure that it is not dragging the voltage down when energized. I have seen on more than one occasion a loose positive or negative connection (not even in the same zipcode as the solenoid) will not give the solenoid enough pull to shut the engine down. Once...
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    Hello from Olympia, Washington. Problem with my Perkins.

    If you are at swantown. Meredith of F dock can probably help you.
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    Engine Hours

    I would be very wary of a older boat with low hours. Engines that have not been routinely (monthly) run and brought up to temp will have more problems than a higher hour motor that has been run and maintained.
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    Headsets, have you owned both?

    One thing you probably already own that will work great. Blutooth earbuds/headsets on your phones. Leave phones in the cabin and call each other. Then just talk using your handsfree earbuds. Works very well. Thanks
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