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Dinghy Davit Dilemma

Our new (to us) trawler came with a davit setup that I really don't like. It places too much weight aft past the swim platform. I am at a loss as...

 
 

Fun New West Marine Policy

Last week (actually five days ago) I bought a replacement bilge pump at the West Anacortes store. Hooked it to temporary 12v source and pressed the.....

 
 

How To Add Additional Batteries

We are converting an Albin 27 that is set up as a day trip dive boat to an overnight cruiser. The current battery set up is 2 12 volt deep cycle gel.....

 
 

Incinolet Toilet Practicality

How much additional power would a battery bank need to run a cycle of the toilet, when the toilet uses 1.5-2 Kwh/per? I do not know how to translate.....

 
 

How Full To Fill??!

Hey I am wondering how full should diesel tanks be filled on your trawler? I have a Kadey krogen 39 with two 350 gallon tanks that I just filled...

 
 

Battle Ship Yamato

I'm not sure just where to post this but it's one of the most incredible ships I've ever seen! ...

 
 

Alternators Not Charging - Big Mystery To Me

Here is what I have. 1. Two Lehman 120s, each with a 100 amp Balmar controlled with a Balmar regulator. 2. Two banks of four golf car batteries...

 
 

Yacht Transport Question

I am considering moving my Californian 45 (Aft Cabin) from the Chesapeake to North Florida. Time off from "the job" gives me limited personal time...

 
 

Cored Decks And Mounting Hardware

I am adding a couple cleats to the swim platform of my 2007 Mariner 37 for temporary use with my dinghy while loading and unloading. Is the swim...

 
 

Un-ignore Forum?

Hmmm....I've ignored a forum by accident (don't ask me) and see no way to undo this action. In searching, I see a poster referring to an "ignore...

 
 

What Is It And Is It Obsolete?

2.5 inches by 18.5 inches, weighs 4.5 pounds

 
 

Inherited A 1913 Project Monterey, Now What....

:ermm: Did I say project? Yeah, big one. My dad bought this from the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle, 20 plus years ago, and it had been...

 
 

Hardtop Replacement For Binimi

Hi, our bridge enclosure is the standard Sunbrella type which fully encloses the bridge. I'm wondering what people's experiences and recommendations....

 
 

Top 10 Wish List Equipment And Condition 80s Era 40 Foot Or Less

i'm beginning a search in Florida for a twin cabin trawler 40 feet or under. Looking to use it at the dock as a weekend condo with occasional day...

 
 

1977 CHB Trawler

Not new to the forum, but been a "reader" not a poster. With that I'm considering the purchase of a 1977 CHB. The model is like none I've seen...

 
 

Potable Water Tanks

I have an 81 Island Gypsy, the potable water tanks were buikt with a rivited construction, out of something calles monel (sp). Similar to galvanized.....

 
 

Diesel Fuel In Container Which Had Gasoline

I was asked this question today by a friend. I told him that I didn't know the answer, but was on a Forum which without a doubt had members who...

 
 

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