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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).
Tiller pilot ? Raymarine
JBP-PA at 10:16am 03.26.24
Definitely the 2000 over the 1000. The 2000 is stronger and I believe faster. You might also consid
Fridge: 12V or DC
kappykaplan at 10:12am 03.26.24
DC would be better then, right? Yes! :beer:
Best place for a fire port?
danb2k at 10:02am 03.26.24
Good thought - thank you.
Best place for a fire port?
DRhoads at 9:49am 03.26.24
Just off the top of my head I would not put it on the top. If you have a fire the heat will go up r
Fridge: 12V or DC
jssailem at 9:42am 03.26.24
The convenience of a refrigerator using dual power (AC/DC) is so when afloat away from the shore pow
SSB/HAM beginners study guide?
BAD ORCA at 9:40am 03.26.24
Not to downplay ssb and I know there are many sailors out there using it but I thought this was an

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