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  1. tpenfield

    Question on poly and Epoxy prices

    Sounds like something is not right, might not be the resin. How do you know epoxy will work?
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    trailer manufacturer picks?

    I bought a 'Rock n Roll' trailer . . . Aluminum and all Stainless hardware. Disc brakes on all 6 wheels. I think Loadrite's top of the line is similar, but mine was about $3K less than a comparable Loadrite. there are lots and lots of trailer manufacturers, so everyone has a favorite.
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    A few pics from today . . . I got the Whaler running (aka my solar system test platform) . . . it turned out that some wiring in the engine had corroded beyond recognition and it would not crank/start. So I replaced some of the wiring. . My test bed is an engine with alternator running...
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    At full sun I am getting 14.5 volts and about 4.0 amps into a 12 volt battery. (58 watts net) Next steps would be to do a test install on the boat to see what things look like with 7 (seven) batteries, spread across 3 banks. I should be getting about 80 watt-hours per battery each day while...
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    Quick Update . . . I think I have it sorted out. The AFGOFET wants to see some sort of voltage input (energize) to activate the FET's. The documentation shows the device being used in conjunction with an alternator and ignition switch. I did get the system to work by using the battery as the...
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    Are Boston Whalers as prone to waterlogging as other boats?

    . . . If the floor or hull were to crack, then yes . . . water will get into the foam to some extent over time. As to how much, it is anyone's guess. Otherwise, it is all good, as the boats are a fiberglass/foam 'sandwich' making them strong and floaty . . .
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    Caught another boats anchor, whos fault?

    To answer the question . . . it is your fault. Particularly given the fact that you were aware of the other guys presence and anchoring. It happens, but it is always good to be mindful of where other anchors (and rode) are as you depart an anchoring area. The same goes for if you drop anchor...
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    Taking boat into salt / brackish water

    Yes it did 😀
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    Quick update. . . The ArgoFET just needs the battery input to activate the transistors (FET) I have another modification that I’m going to try- it should all be good. The 100 watt is for battery maintenance (trickle charge) not for charging. That’s what the engines do.
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    Taking boat into salt / brackish water

    I do have a paper chart of LI Sound, but not Buzzards Bay where I do most of my boating.
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    After some more testing, I am seeing that the Renogy Voyager regulator does not play nicely with the Victron Energy ARGOFET isolator. The Voyager seems to want feedback from the battery, and probably not passing through the FET's. I might have to get a different isolator. :unsure:
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    Sewing thread recommendations for a class 15 machine

    Considering what you'll be spending on the other materials, don't cheap out on the thread. PTFE . . .
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    Tie off anchor?

    There is or should be a tie-off pin or clip to prevent the anchor from free falling. Lots of folks don't use it, but probably should. On a horizontal windlass, it is possible that the chain can bounce up out of the gypsy while underway. Sorry to hear about your mishap.
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    The arch (and associated soft top) is big . . . maybe 9 ft wide and 4 ft deep. It should be enough space.
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    Solar Power Installation . . .

    I have mentioned wanting to install solar charging to keep the (7) batteries fresh while the (CY 338) boat sits on its mooring. Today I hooked everything up (using the Whaler as a work surface) for some testing, although it was a cloudy day. The system seems to work OK, considering the lack of...
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    Taking boat into salt / brackish water

    I don’t have paper charts, I boat in salt water, and don’t worry about anything 😀
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    Removing Seat Boxes on a 1991 Bayliner Capri

    Welcome to iBoats . . . Post some pictures of your boat when you can for more specific input. Not sure how much strength/rigidity was coming from the seat boxes, but there are certainly alternatives that will work, particularly if you are changing up the type of seating.
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    2008 Chaparral Signature 310 Trailering

    I have trailering dimensions for my Cruisers 338 and the keel to the arch is 10' 5" . . . sitting on the trailer the top of the arch was 12' 0". So, on the trailer the keel is about 1' 7" off the ground. I would expect the boat (Chap 310) to be under 13' sitting on an appropriately fitted...
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    Stringer replacement

    4 inches of old tabbing is a bit much. Maybe 2 inches or less. The new tabbing needs to be laid over a ground surface as the others have indicated. So decide how much of the old tabbing wall you want to deal with.
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    Converting old bow light to LED?

    You don't want to just put an LED bulb of the proper type in it and call it good? :unsure:
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