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- Sat Oct 12, 2013 7:52 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Triton mast beam attached how?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4185
Re: Triton mast beam attached how?
Re-reading your post, I gather you removed the top fiberglass past the mast step. Sounds like a good plan.
- Sat Oct 12, 2013 6:18 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Triton mast beam attached how?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4185
Re: Triton mast beam attached how?
Rob, If I understand correctly, you used 6 short bolts that didn't penetrate into the mast beam, just the tapped epoxy. How wide an area under the mast step did you excavate? Did you stick to the perimeter of the aluminum mast step? Or wider? Did you do anything to beef up the support posts inside o...
- Sat Oct 12, 2013 7:21 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Triton mast beam attached how?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4185
Re: Triton mast beam attached how?
One thing I was thinking, is that perhaps the bolts don't need to go all the way through the beam. If the bolts went in a couple inches, even with out a nut on the end, it would achieve the same goal? What I'm trying to avoid, is weakening the beam by drilling holes all the way through, and worse, d...
- Tue Oct 08, 2013 8:55 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Triton mast beam attached how?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4185
Triton mast beam attached how?
Hi everyone, I'm replacing the mast beam on my Alberg 30: http://216.172.166.167/~seagrass/mast-beam-project/ http://216.172.166.167/~seagrass/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/clean1-768x1024.jpg My original mast beam had two long bolts that went down through the mast step, through the beam and ended with...
- Fri Sep 28, 2012 5:27 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Triton ownsers - props catching seaweed
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1245
Triton ownsers - props catching seaweed
Quick question Triton owners, how much space is there between the outside edge of your boat's cutlass bearing and the front of the prop hub? I'm considering getting rid of my Campbell Sailor prop, due to the fact that it is always wrapped with seaweed. We'll go from 5 knots to 2 knots and the vibrat...
- Sat Apr 21, 2012 7:07 am
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Alumiprep 33 & Alodine 1201 in Maine
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3084
Re: Alumiprep 33 & Alodine 1201 in Maine
Just for the record I found some from these guys:
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/ ... ne1201.php
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/ ... miprep.php
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https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/ ... ne1201.php
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/ ... miprep.php
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- Thu Apr 19, 2012 8:52 am
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Alumiprep 33 & Alodine 1201 in Maine
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3084
Alumiprep 33 & Alodine 1201 in Maine
Anyone in Maine or NH know a local source for Alumiprep 33 and Alodine 1201?
Jeff
Jeff
- Sat Apr 14, 2012 8:01 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Tapping threads in bronze
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2956
Re: Tapping threads in bronze
Finally got back to this. Using a flashlight and a mirror to see the back I was able to (painstakingly) file the steel out and just barely touch the tip of each thread in the bronze. Then was able to clean out the first few threads using a sharpened punch which let me start the tap to chase the stee...
- Thu Apr 05, 2012 7:30 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Tapping threads in bronze
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2956
Tapping threads in bronze
This issue is sort of a pre-issue to recoring my cockpit floor. I had a heck of a time getting my tiller head off from the rudder shaft. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-83W5B7rWQSU/T3d9C0Llm4I/AAAAAAAAFX8/Qm9WGVlJw0g/s640/2012-03-31_17-05-09_368.jpg YYesterday, after days of heating, spraying, ta...
- Thu Mar 29, 2012 12:05 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
I'd really like to save the topskin, but in the event that I can't..I'm working out the details on rebuilding the top layer of glass. My primary concern, is what to do with the volcano bump that rises up for the tiller. Could I cut the volcano out of the old top skin, bevel the edges and use it in t...
- Thu Mar 29, 2012 9:58 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Zach,
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I've been reading through it, and re-reading to be sure I understand it all, and researching the details. Where to get stuff etc.
-jeff
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I've been reading through it, and re-reading to be sure I understand it all, and researching the details. Where to get stuff etc.
-jeff
- Wed Mar 21, 2012 6:23 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Thanks guys. About the Circular Saw: I was thinking one of those battery operated mini circular saws might be the thing, but I no longer own one. The one I has was great for a couple of weeks until it died. I think I'll get an oscillating tool, and a thin wheel for my grinder. Not really looking for...
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 8:41 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
I actually had great results with my oscillating saw. I did a total deck recore with 2 blades. I cut the top skins with plunge cuts and then used the same blade to clean up the rotten core and left over debris. I just used the sanding attachment to tidy up my toe/rub rails and grab rails for refini...
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:50 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Would an oscillating multi-tool work well for cutting the top fiberglass skin? I wouldn't mind a reason to buy one.
-Jeff
-Jeff
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 11:30 am
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Returning from the Cave and System 3 LPU and Clear Coat
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3198
Re: Returning from the Cave and System 3 LPU and Clear Coat
I painted my boat with System Three LPU summer of 2009 and it is holding up great. Up in Maine the boat is exposed to the sun May to November so the season is rather short. We put about 50 days a season on the boat. I also used the Clear Coat over some wood and while that seems to last many times lo...
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 9:27 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9951
Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Hi Everyone, It's been some time since I've posted here. I've been simply enjoying the boat, and dealing with non boat projects. The cockpit floor of my Alberg 30 is soft, and needs to be dealt with. What I'd like to do (other than ignore it) is to carefully cut the top fiberglass skin with some pre...
- Thu Sep 29, 2011 1:11 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Block brand advice
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1612
Re: Block brand advice
Garhauer
- Tue Sep 13, 2011 4:39 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Moving hardware on the boom
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5627
Re: Moving hardware on the boom
Hey Brian,
Just checked out your blog, FROONIE looks beautiful. Nice work!
-jeff
Just checked out your blog, FROONIE looks beautiful. Nice work!
-jeff
- Tue Sep 13, 2011 9:28 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Moving hardware on the boom
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5627
Moving hardware on the boom
I need to remove 4 small pad-eyes from my aluminum boom, and add a 4 more in different places. The current pad-eyes are rivited to the boom. With the new hardware I'll drill and tap for SS bolts which will be Lanocoated. What's the current thought on filling holes? Tap and plug with something? These...
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 4:29 pm
- Forum: Forum Rules, Registration Information, and Posting Instructions
- Topic: Site move
- Replies: 20
- Views: 8690
Re: Site move
Maybe too /much of a tangent, but as a new smartphone user, what is the advantage of these mobile formats? I'm accessing the board on my phone just using the usual interface, and it seems fine, but maybe I just don't know how much better it could be? The screen is formatted for a phone's screen, mu...
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 6:58 am
- Forum: Forum Rules, Registration Information, and Posting Instructions
- Topic: Site move
- Replies: 20
- Views: 8690
Re: Site move
Kurt, Thanks for doing this. Would be a shame if this forum were to go away. After the move, would you consider adding Tapatalk? It's a smart phone app that gives a great interface for smart phone users to check out forums on their phones. I use it for a number of forums. Granted, I don't know what'...
- Wed Aug 17, 2011 10:10 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Purpleheart
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2131
Re: Purpleheart
I had some Mangaris (red balau?) left over from a deck project I did. I ran it through the planer and it's a close match to the African $$ mahogany I bought from the exotic wood yard. If anything the color is more consistent than mahogany, a touch darker. Mangaris feels denser, tougher than African ...
- Wed Aug 17, 2011 8:42 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Purpleheart
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2131
Re: Purpleheart
I think the wood used is personal preference. I'm too cheap to buy Teak, I've been happy with the mahogany I've used. Epoxy then varnish: I initially did that with a number of projects thinking it made great sense at the time. For most of what I did, I regret the epoxy as a complete coating. I've fo...
- Wed Aug 10, 2011 12:35 pm
- Forum: Sailing and Cruising
- Topic: Need Suggestions for Summering in Maine
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2790
Re: Need Suggestions for Summering in Maine
Hi Jay, I too need high speed internet for work, and I've not found a marina/ boatyard in Maine that has a wifi signal good enough for work, especially from the boat. The further down east you go the worse it gets. In Maine, most of the marinas/boatyards are small operations and keeping a good wirel...
- Thu Jun 30, 2011 12:37 pm
- Forum: Sailing and Cruising
- Topic: Getting to Bath, ME by boat
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2736
Re: Getting to Bath, ME by boat
Thanks Case. I had a feeling that was the case. I do trust my engine, but not the way the boat handles in currents. I've been surprised by how my boat veers around even getting into Robinhood from the Sheepscott when there's a bit of a current. And that's the easy part. Part of what had me curious w...
- Wed Jun 29, 2011 6:48 am
- Forum: Sailing and Cruising
- Topic: Getting to Bath, ME by boat
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2736
Re: Getting to Bath, ME by boat
Thanks Paulus, At this point I'd rather satisfy my sense of adventure pushing the limits with my other toys! On this stretch of water I think it prudent to proceed cautiously with as much beta as possible. I can't find first hand experience of anyone who has done this by sailboat, just lots of peopl...
- Tue Jun 28, 2011 5:51 pm
- Forum: Sailing and Cruising
- Topic: Getting to Bath, ME by boat
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2736
Getting to Bath, ME by boat
I'd like to visit Bath by boat, but from what I've read in the Cruising Guide both the Kennebec and the alternate Hell's Gates seem a little dodgy. Most sailors I've talked to don't recommend it, but have not attempted it. Anyone have any experience with either route? Just how bad is it? Any local k...
- Sat May 28, 2011 8:45 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Engine control lever, seeking opinions
- Replies: 2
- Views: 596
Engine control lever, seeking opinions
I've got a single lever control for my vetus diesel that's seen better days. I'll need to replace it eventually so I'm looking now for options. Any recommendations? Single or dual? Teleflex has a sinde mount single that includes: "Includes neutral warm up capability". What exactly is that?...
- Mon May 16, 2011 10:57 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Looking for inspiration: what to do with the anchor locker
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1280
Re: Looking for inspiration: what to do with the anchor locker
I agree, but at this point I don't even have a way to hang anything. I sailed on a 30 foot wooden boat that had a small floor in the locker below the foredeck. The anchor rode would pass through a chain pipe and land in a nice wooden bucket. Other stuff could be in there, but he anchor rode stacked ...
- Mon May 16, 2011 9:09 am
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Looking for inspiration: what to do with the anchor locker
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1280
Looking for inspiration: what to do with the anchor locker
Hi everyone, In my Alberg 30, the area forward of the v-berth I call the anchor locker. In my non liner boat this area is just the insides of the hull as it tapers down to a tight little area just forward of the v-berth bulkhead. I store my anchor chain/rode in there, plus another anchor rode. The p...
- Mon May 16, 2011 8:52 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: New to me Alberg 30 #329
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2926
Re: New to me Alberg 30 #329
Fantastic! As a fellow Alberg 30 owner I love seeing pictures of other A30's.
I'm sure you must know about the Alberg 30 mailing list?
http://www.alberg30.org/lists/
-jeff
I'm sure you must know about the Alberg 30 mailing list?
http://www.alberg30.org/lists/
-jeff
- Sat Aug 07, 2010 6:13 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1664
Re: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
Here in NH & Maine, I understand it is a law.
- Thu Jun 17, 2010 6:37 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Sanding heat causes delamination?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1223
Re: Sanding heat causes delamination?
(I'm not saying I agree with the actual information; just that I can see where one would think "Huh, if this person says it, maybe I shouldn't just toss it off without a second thought" and then would check in with the gang here.) I don't know much about lots of stuff, but there's a coupl...
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 12:42 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1847
Re: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
Thanks Rachel,
Unfortunately louvers are effective for what they do. I don't even mind how they look, I think they look better than the routered slots that are flush. I'm seriously thinking of a letterbox opening with a small roof over it.
Unfortunately louvers are effective for what they do. I don't even mind how they look, I think they look better than the routered slots that are flush. I'm seriously thinking of a letterbox opening with a small roof over it.
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 7:11 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Sanding heat causes delamination?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1223
Re: Sanding heat causes delamination?
I think this is total bunk. Personally I've sanded/ground big holes in the hull and while doing so stopped to brush away dust with a latex gloved hand and the surface just is not that hot. I've experienced way hotter fiberglass on a deck in full sun. For what it is worth, after trying a few methods ...
- Tue Jun 15, 2010 5:53 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1847
Re: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
Nice joinery Quetzalsailor! I had to Google Makore..pretty wood. I agree about air flow, I'd like as much as possible.
- Tue Jun 15, 2010 9:29 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1847
Re: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
Rachel,
That's neat. I've never seen that before. It looks secure & dry, although I'd need screen for the Maine coast. Refinishing looks easy too.
-jeff
That's neat. I've never seen that before. It looks secure & dry, although I'd need screen for the Maine coast. Refinishing looks easy too.
-jeff
- Tue Jun 15, 2010 8:37 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1847
Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
My current companionway drop boards consist of two sections built door-panel style with the top section sporting a plastic window panel: http://lh4.ggpht.com/_DjiBX1vNLIU/SIu6QAb0_hI/AAAAAAAAA98/t3hzRq-E6Us/s800/img_3566.jpg I'm thinking of making a new set consisting of three sections so they stow ...
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 5:48 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spring Projects
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1906
Re: Spring Projects
I spoke with Norm at West by North West (guy who sold the the prop) about the coating and he recommended to use Pettit Zinc Coat Barnacle Barrier once his coating wears off. I'm not so sure I'll worry about it. Last season, my first, we had no fouling to speak of. The mooring is near a dam that rele...
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 10:00 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spring Projects
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1906
Re: Spring Projects
Ric,
Camp Propeller Nut Zinc Patent #259811
http://www.bottompaintstore.com/P-2-Pro ... 11-P-2.htm
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/4391567.pdf
-jeff
Camp Propeller Nut Zinc Patent #259811
http://www.bottompaintstore.com/P-2-Pro ... 11-P-2.htm
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/4391567.pdf
-jeff
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 9:57 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spring Projects
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1906
Re: Spring Projects
Oh! I had a brain fart. AWABS is an acronym that's used for aircraft. Something interesting on hoseclamps. Last year the Coast Guard station in Boothbay had an open house, it was a drizzly rainy morning so we went for the tour. I got to check out their big rescue boat. The engines were huge, and abs...
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 8:50 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spring Projects
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1906
Re: Spring Projects
AWABS?
Are you talking about my massive prop nut zinc? It's the only system that I could find that fits. This camp zinc has a brass washer inside that goes between the two nuts. Like a big bagel it covers both with just enough room to get the cotter pin on the back.
Are you talking about my massive prop nut zinc? It's the only system that I could find that fits. This camp zinc has a brass washer inside that goes between the two nuts. Like a big bagel it covers both with just enough room to get the cotter pin on the back.
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 8:38 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spring Projects
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1906
Spring Projects
I'm about to launch for the season and thought I'd post a few pictures of some spring projects I've completed. The first is a small project but one that I'm sure will significantly add to my sailing enjoyment: http://lh5.ggpht.com/_DjiBX1vNLIU/TAuL6ZMwMAI/AAAAAAAAEzI/Xz0rMLUZr2s/s800/IMG_5734.JPG A ...
- Fri Jun 04, 2010 8:21 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1186
Re: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
Thanks Maine Sail,
I did notice that sweeping elbow. I find it amazing how much room he has there. In my Alberg I really need to use the Vetus shown since it has the direct down fittings. I just don't have the room side to side unless I mount the strainer in a crazy spot difficult to reach.
-jeff
I did notice that sweeping elbow. I find it amazing how much room he has there. In my Alberg I really need to use the Vetus shown since it has the direct down fittings. I just don't have the room side to side unless I mount the strainer in a crazy spot difficult to reach.
-jeff
- Fri Jun 04, 2010 7:56 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1186
Re: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
Thanks Tim. Your argument makes sense to me. I've just installed a new internal water strainer, but went with the Vetus 330: http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/woeimages/vetus/large/11783.jpg Plastic, not bronze. I don't have the room (width) for a Groco or Perko bronze strainer due to ...
- Fri Jun 04, 2010 6:20 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1186
Re: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
Tim,
No External Strainer? Is this common? In my limited experience I've not seen this in practice. That would make the seacock install much easier.
Gosh, is relying on just the one internal strainer enough? What if..a plastic bag gets sucked in? Would it get trapped in the hose?
-jeff
No External Strainer? Is this common? In my limited experience I've not seen this in practice. That would make the seacock install much easier.
Gosh, is relying on just the one internal strainer enough? What if..a plastic bag gets sucked in? Would it get trapped in the hose?
-jeff
- Thu Jun 03, 2010 6:45 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1186
Aligning strainer with fixed flanged seacock.
I'm about to install a nice flanged seacock to replace a ball valve for my engine water intake. One thing that occurred to me that might be a problem is aligning the strainer. If the seacock is fixed to the hull (bolted), then what happens if you bottom out the threads on the strainer/through-hull a...
- Tue May 18, 2010 1:27 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: ?? How to Make a Dull Hull Shiny ??
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1015
Re: ?? How to Make a Dull Hull Shiny ??
Hi Osprey410,
Gelcoat I'm assuming?
There's some good reading on the subject here:
http://www.sailnet.com/forums/gear-main ... h-wax.html
Lots of work.
-jeff
Gelcoat I'm assuming?
There's some good reading on the subject here:
http://www.sailnet.com/forums/gear-main ... h-wax.html
Lots of work.
-jeff
- Tue May 11, 2010 7:34 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: I need a fix for my main hatch
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1057
Re: I need a fix for my main hatch
Thanks for the advice guys. I was able to move the ovals inboard, to a measurement less than the width of the tracks. To install I removed one track, then reattached by sliding the hatch forward and back to sink the screws. Feels more secure now.
- Sun May 09, 2010 7:07 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: A beautiful sight yesterday as the rains let up.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3134
Re: A beautiful sight yesterday as the rains let up.
That's a heck of a boat.
If you don't know the details (I didn't) :
http://www.cruisingclub.org/pdfs/dl.asp ... bolero.pdf
http://www.rockportmarine.com/pages/bolero.html
-jeff
If you don't know the details (I didn't) :
http://www.cruisingclub.org/pdfs/dl.asp ... bolero.pdf
http://www.rockportmarine.com/pages/bolero.html
-jeff