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Hello all, The batteries on this PLB are out of date. This model is no longer available but there ar
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I'm looking at a long ICW journey on my 1984 ODay 28 that I just bought. I'm seeking tips on how ot
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I recently bought this C30 MKIII. During the survey it was pointed out that the volt meter was bad,
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Good morning, I have a 2000 Hunter 460 and there's constantly water in the bilge. I've cleaned and
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I just had the bottom sand blasted, barrier coated and bottom painted, however I now have a seepage
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I had the forestay pin worked its way out during gusty winds, which caused the mast to fall. (Very
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Has anyone installed one of the new sensors and indicators? There are several choices. Are they uniq
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I have a 2003 386. I put a new zinc on the shaft in April. I just checked and it is gone. I'm gue

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Balmer sg200 problem
dlochner at 2:19pm 03.26.24
I'm perplexed by your problem. I've had he SG200 with the smart shunt for a couple of years and it h
Tiller pilot ? Raymarine
Alan Gomes at 2:07pm 03.26.24
Yea, that's a tough one. If you're a full time cruiser, that makes sense. If you only use your til
Companion way H26   (1)
DRhoads at 2:06pm 03.26.24
I made this one w/ cabinet grade plywood and lots of varnish. Easy, works, matches interior wood (Te
Fridge: 12V or DC
dlochner at 1:51pm 03.26.24
Sorry Dave, not True. Try to run a DC air conditioner.;) It is all in the Amps it pulls and resis
Tiller pilot ? Raymarine
JBP-PA at 1:51pm 03.26.24
Go with the Pelagic. The Raymarine pilots are toys by comparison. Yes, the Pelagic is more money in
Fridge: 12V or DC
JamesG161 at 1:41pm 03.26.24
DC is better because it is more efficient. Sorry Dave, not True. Try to run a DC air conditioner.
1967 Morgan 34 shaft removal
TimFromLI at 1:38pm 03.26.24
would removing the cutlass bearing give you enough wiggle room?
Fridge: 12V or DC
JamesG161 at 1:36pm 03.26.24
Mine is AC only, but since I have Generator not big issue. When set just right, the beer has an ice
Ray marine Smart pilot st6002 error message question?
LloydB at 12:26pm 03.26.24
galvanic corrosion ? just a thought
SSB/HAM beginners study guide?
BAD ORCA at 12:14pm 03.26.24
I like the M-803. Icon has a good record of radio manufacturing. I agree with the simple approach
SSB/HAM beginners study guide?
jssailem at 12:01pm 03.26.24
I like the M-803. Icon has a good record of radio manufacturing. I agree with the simple approach
Tiller pilot ? Raymarine
Alan Gomes at 11:41am 03.26.24
Go with the Pelagic. The Raymarine pilots are toys by comparison. Yes, the Pelagic is more money ini
SSB/HAM beginners study guide?
BAD ORCA at 11:40am 03.26.24
Assuming this hardware is to enable you to get weather information while off shore, you might also
Companion way H26
jssailem at 11:37am 03.26.24
Here is a resource I have explored. Such doors are very convenient. They are not considered as safe
SSB/HAM beginners study guide?
jssailem at 11:27am 03.26.24
will buy a shortwave receiver with SSB Assuming this hardware is to enable you to get weather info
Best place for a fire port?
danb2k at 11:21am 03.26.24
Thanks for the feedback, Ralph.
What did I do wrong? - Navigating around another vessel
Scott T-Bird at 11:09am 03.26.24
Even so, turning to port is a big no-no when head-on or nearly so. You stay as close to the starbo
Best place for a fire port?   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 11:07am 03.26.24
Same as for Hunter. Low down for a cooler location and out in the open for easy access.
Fridge: 12V or DC
dlochner at 10:53am 03.26.24
Fridge: 12V or DC
xavpil at 10:49am 03.26.24
DC is better because it is more efficient. Electricity onboard is stored as a direct current (DC).

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