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    Battery questions answered

    Here is a link I found last year when I was hunting for the batteries for my boat. wwww.vonwentzel.net/Battery/oo.Glossary/index.html Lots of good info. Hope it helps.<br /><br /> Jim
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    c-map pc planer thoughts

    I am getting rid of my Garmin, good unit however I,m tired of buying a new blue chart cd everytime I have a computer problem or update my gps ( latest way they where lost). I have decided to get a navman, but am not farmiluar with c-map.Can you load maps with the pc planer? Any thoughts...
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    Suggestions , ff and gps combo

    Hi folks, I,ve had it with my garmin gps76map,works great however,in 3 years I,ve bought blue charts cd twice (200$ a pop),and still don't have the maps on my gps. A hard drive failure, new computer, and updating the unit via computer all are responsible for removing the info, Garmin's security...
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    Question for Tabman

    I just instaled atc for my tabs.Had some other issues to work out( resevoir empty :eek: )but it seemed they where over-reacting.I own a 94 sundancer 23ft (aftcabin) and instaled the sensor under the helm seat. My question is did I instal it too high, should I have mounted it in the engine...
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    dumb boat desgns

    As I was putting the boat in the marina for the season today I was wondering if it is only searay that mounts battery switches in the engine compartment on cruisers.Factory instaled switch is in engine compartment, to get to it you have to remove stern seat, peel up the carpet, and lift the...
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    Any Sarnia boaters ?

    Would like to bring the boat up from Windsor for Bayfest in July, Any suggestions on wich marina to book, or if there is even a chance I'll be able to book one for the weekend.<br /><br /> Jim
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    New rules, going to or coming from U.S.

    New rules, going to or coming from U.S. New homeland security rules will take affect within the next 18 months.All Canadians and U.S. citizens will have produce a passport, or nexus card to enter or re-enter the U.S.. Thought I'd give everyone a heads up..I don't know what its like in the U.S...
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    adding new breaker

    Hello all. I, adding a battery charger to my boat and am going to wire it directly to electric panel and give it its own breaker. Is there anything special I need to do? I've done house breakers before, just want to make sure I,m not missing anything for marine .<br /><br /> Jim
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    Bennett auto tab control

    I am considering adding these this spring. Anyone have any experience with them? I have a small cruiser, and it seems like I'm allways playing with the manual controls, you know how people like to move around. Would be a no brainer if the price wasn't so steep ( 300$ best price I can find)<br...
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    Formula 303

    Damn this stuff is great!!!! Bought some last year for the boat. Picked up another bottle last week in preperation for upcoming season, while driving home, looking at speedo in the Durango( I splashed another cleaner That is supposed to clean and beatify on) I thought I,d give it a try too clean...
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    mercruiser anodes material

    mercruiser anodes material Decided I'm going to keep my boat in a marina this year. All the anodes show signs of serious pitting, but I did'nt worry last year because I was trailering.Now the confusing part... as I'm searching for a replacement kit I'm having a hard time figuring out what type...
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    how many amps for onboard charger?

    I,ve decided to keep my boat in a marina this coming season. Figured I,d also add an onboard charger so I could cut down on clutter, and run as much as possible on 12v.Seen a good deal on a 10amp, 2 bank charger.any one know if this will be enough for cabin lights,stereo and occasional tv.Any...
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    Winter project,any hints suggestions

    I'm in the process of gathering the stuff to convert my ice box to a thermal-electric, a/c d/c cooler. so far I have peltier plates, heatsinks and cold plate gathered.(total cost 40$). Any one done this before? any hints or suggestions appreciated!<br /><br /> Jim
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    Winterizing plumbing

    Any have any suggestions on anything other than r.v antifreeze I can use in boats water system? I never did get the taste of the stuff out of the water from last season.<br /><br /> Jim
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    Trent-Severn waterway ?

    I'm considering towing the boat to Barrie and spending 5 or 6 days cruising the locks. Any one done this before? does it live up the hype?I realize I won't be able to do it all in this time. Any input appreciated.<br /><br /> Jim
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