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I have seen many posts on A/C. I purchased a boat without A/C knowing that in NC I would need to add. Here is my take on marine a/c units. I called the MFG and they said 18,000 would do it. I looked around and decided on a Flagship Marine 18,000. Everyone who came on the boat could not believe...

Some states now require state registration payable every year or in NC you can purchase a multiple year decal. The decal goes on the starboard side although you don't need the registration number on the hull if you are also documented. The decal is like the old decals like some stated had you...

In NC I had to take the sales contract with the price paid to the DMV so the state can collect sales tax. They do not care about CG docs Bill

I had a similar problem on my 36' twin engine and after looking at cutting the teak and holly sole and removing the aft doors and tight clearance everywhere I decided to cut a hole in the side. 3' by 7' hole for a 175 gallon tank. The guy used a 1/8 wide blade to cut the hole and while the...

A/C An FYI, on page two of this thread is an a/c post on "Flagship Marine A/C" Bill

One last comment, As far as "one of the higher ups said " it's noisy when only one duct, I have two! Bill

Hi, I bought a 18,000 BTU a/c from them about 3 1/2 years ago. Boat never had a/c. Would not buy another ! VERY NOISY, before buying I looked at reviews and being noisy was mentioned but I said it will be in a cabinet, my mistake. It was less expensive than some but you get what you pay for...

Rear View I have not added one yet but I am investigating. Friend has two, one mounted on each side of the boat, good when backing into slip. I have been looking at two also with a split screen. The one thing I have picked up is how fast the screen refreshes. Reviews say some models are slow...

All, Although I can't speak for National Park Service regulations I am a certified vessel inspector in the United States Power Squadron and give the same inspection with the sticker that the USCG AUX. gives. I have passed many boats with the tie wrap on the thru hull or with the handle removed...

Ty, I'm sure many will have opinions and I would say the green is not an issue but I have never seen the white powder. To me, more of an issue would be such low hours, just a vacation home ? not a cruiser and if that was the case was any maintenance done ? When I purchased our boat there were no...

Like some have said, it's personal preference. One of our first trips, and we stayed at a marina, we realized the a/c could not cope with the heat load of the propane stove in North Carolina. The surveyor recommended all the propane hoses be replaced so that played into the decision also to...

I have and used recently, The Intercoastal Waterway Chartbook and I think it's very good. It is a spring bound book that covers the ICW from Norfolk to Miami. Just flip pages as you go along ( top to bottom not right to left ) International Marine / McGraw Hill Bill

Sea Breeze, I have installed two a/c on my 36 from scratch, never had a/c before. One was a Flagship Marine 18,000 btu and would not recommend. The 2nd one a 10,000 Btu, Marine Air by Dometic and cannot say enough positive things.. Rotatable discharge, Three different spots to take your...

I suppose if that makes you feel better do it. However, as China is building coal fired generating stations as fast as they can and Germany is building one also to slow down 1/2 knot makes no difference. And as for reducing our carbon footprint solar and wind WILL NEVER be enough! If you want...

Guys, We had the fire marshal visit our marina in NC when the issue of extension cords came up. He said "extension cords are only for temporary use when someone is present" " they are not to be left unattended" The only correct method is approved cords and inlets Anyone can disagree but...

Guys, As mentioned there is only one way to do this properly considering safety and resale value, yes it will be sold at some point. New 30 AMP inlet and breaker panel and GFCI outlets.

Not too long ago I installed from scratch a new Dometic Turbo Vector unit and it is great. Rotatable discharge, multiple places provided for the condensate drain and the sensor for the temp is not in the thermostat but in the return air flow so it does not mater where you place the thermostat ...

Never too late, One other thing, they have a Discovery package. You can get a boat ride, round of golf and visit to the bar for drinks with a couple from Cypress Landing if you want. IT is a very active community with very low HOA dues and overall low cost of living. BILL R. PS, THE DOCK MASTER...

Never too late, No dry stack in the area. A few marina's ( 4 ) in Washington. One on the outskirts and two private and one city right downtown. Washington is low with considerable flooding recently. On the other side of the river is a private golf and boating community called Cypress Landing...

There is absolutely no valid reason not to put clean oil back in. Bill R.

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll keep plugging away. Bill R.

I have an wavering tachfor the Starboard engine. The boat has twins diesels with dual stations. Both upper and lower station Starboard tachs. jump around although above 1,900 RPM they are fine. The port tach is o/k. The Starboard tach was rebuilt with a new pickup installed at the time. I...

I have used Minwax Antique Oil Finish with great results on our 22 year old boat. Just wipe it on in one direction only and if you miss a spot leave it and go back the next day. Bill R.

Electric When we bought our boat I removed everything propane and installed a two burner Induction cooktop and Convection Microwave. AND an inverter which will run both. If batteries run low I can always start the engine for a few minutes. Maybe not for everyone but works for us. Bill R.

I had the same problem sometimes good sometimes it bounced all over. Had my mechanic take to a shop in Greenville, NC rebuild it and no more bounce. Sorry I don't know the name of the shop, Bill R.