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by Skipper599
Sat Aug 22, 2015 2:41 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Cockpit Seats
Replies: 3
Views: 3013

Re: Cockpit Seats

Kudos to you. Great job! Are you going to apply a finish, or allow them to weather into a grey natural finish?
What dimension, and how much did you pay for the gold? Ahem I mean TEAK?
by Skipper599
Tue Aug 18, 2015 3:52 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: The launching of "MACUSHLA"
Replies: 2
Views: 3226

Re: The launching of "MACUSHLA"

Just a little explanation:- Some of you may notice a discrepancy in the vessels name compared to my forum details. Yes, I originally intended to call her Ros na Cosquin but changed my mind and named her "MACUSHLA" Loosely translated from Irish Gaelic as "My Darling" or "My L...
by Skipper599
Tue Aug 18, 2015 3:44 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: The launching of "MACUSHLA"
Replies: 2
Views: 3226

The launching of "MACUSHLA"

Here's a link to a myriad of photo's of a lifelong dream. Since my retirement in 1999 I have suffered a number of health problems, such as a heart attack, the big C, and debilitating arthritis in the lower spine causing me severe mobility problems. Through it all, I have desperately attempted to com...
by Skipper599
Mon Aug 17, 2015 2:47 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Need halyards, sheets, rope, cord?
Replies: 8
Views: 6939

Re: Need halyards, sheets, rope, cord?

For those Canadians in western Canada who might be interested, I recently found an industrial rigging supplier in Langley, B.C. who handles double braided marine line products. I was searching for 7/16" ... apparently an odd-ball size ... for my sheets and was told by two different marine store...
by Skipper599
Fri Aug 14, 2015 1:58 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: PYHI Opening port
Replies: 2
Views: 2298

Re: PYHI Opening port

Well, nobody responded, so I decided to try to fix the problem myself. Here's what happened:- I contacted the company that took over PYHI and was told the frame was not serviceable and I should install a new port-light. Unfortunately, there was no port-light available as a direct replacement meaning...
by Skipper599
Mon Jul 06, 2015 4:39 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: PYHI Opening port
Replies: 2
Views: 2298

PYHI Opening port

I have a problem with a leaking PYHI opening port-light. There are eight ports installed in my boat but only one is leaking. I tend to think it's related to the unprecedented summer heat wave we are currently experiencing. The severe leak became obvious when we were washing the exterior of the cabin...
by Skipper599
Sun Jun 21, 2015 5:09 pm
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Wurst Marine
Replies: 0
Views: 5437

Wurst Marine

Just a mention about places one may soon NOT be able to purchase ... The marine dealer many like to complain about will be literally closing up all of their stores in B.C. Canada by year end. Here's the problem as I see it, these guys come into town, set up shop and then undercut all competition unt...
by Skipper599
Sat Jun 20, 2015 11:54 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Spar renovation
Replies: 2
Views: 2090

Re: Spar renovation

Hi there Pjesus, Yes, I certainly did. Please see again the last line of my blurb ... i used Lanocoat as an isolator (as recommended by the rigging shop). Also, while the s.s. fittings and attachments were all removed from the spars, I treated them to a backyard type of electro-polishing. They now g...
by Skipper599
Sat Jun 20, 2015 12:56 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Spar renovation
Replies: 2
Views: 2090

Spar renovation

OK, so i had a new pair of airfoil shaped spreaders made. They were just plain old aluminum. i wanted them silver anodized to match the mast. I was unable to find any company in my neck of the woods who could do this for me. In talking to my son, he said, "there's a guy behind my business who d...
by Skipper599
Sun May 03, 2015 2:25 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Gooseneck
Replies: 1
Views: 2860

Gooseneck

Hi everyone; I haven't been on the forum for a very long time and I see it has not been too active ... pity! Anyway, I have a situation i need to deal with regarding a Gooseneck fitting for my mast. I have an older oval Selden spar that was originally on a Albin Vega 27 back in the 70's ... it incor...
by Skipper599
Fri Jun 27, 2014 5:01 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Trailboards
Replies: 1
Views: 1918

Trailboards

I want to create my own teak trailboards with the boat name carved in them. The trouble is, I know nothing about how to carve letters and was wondering if there are stencils available one might use with a router? The letters should be approximately 4" to 5" tall. The font should be of gael...
by Skipper599
Mon Dec 02, 2013 4:02 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Forum future
Replies: 27
Views: 7690

Re: Forum future

If you go back far enough, somebody 'badmouthed' (used the "B" word) Rachel which caused her to stop posting. Don't know who that individual was as I didn't recognize his 'handle' but it was related to a post I had made here, and I believe Rachel may have thought I was the one responsible ...
by Skipper599
Fri Oct 18, 2013 9:12 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Forum future
Replies: 27
Views: 7690

Forum future

This used to be a vibrant forum with many people posting good information and comments. I'm sorry to see it has deteriorated considerably with few new postings since last I checked earlier this year. What has happened to all the great folk that used to post here? Have we managed to drive them all aw...
by Skipper599
Wed Jun 12, 2013 4:31 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: New Chainplates
Replies: 8
Views: 3823

Re: New Chainplates

I can see I'm a little late in responding to this query, but my suggestion would be to find a local "Metal Polishing" company to do it. I went to one who specializes in polishing parts for Harley's and show cars.
by Skipper599
Fri Jan 04, 2013 7:58 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Sad posting on CL
Replies: 4
Views: 3142

Re: Sad posting on CL

I've also tried emailing them with no response ... I guess they're only in it for the money LOL, ... and one must physically go look see what they have. If anyone is truly interested in anything, I live only 15 miles up the road and go to Blaine on average about once a month ... I could make inquiri...
by Skipper599
Sat Dec 29, 2012 12:21 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Sad posting on CL
Replies: 4
Views: 3142

Sad posting on CL

... Sailboat Wrecking Yard (Bellingham WA) ...

I guess there's an end to everything in this world ... even sailboats
by Skipper599
Sun Nov 04, 2012 1:48 pm
Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
Topic: Bilge pump fittings
Replies: 8
Views: 6101

Re: Bilge pump fittings

Hello Quetzal; thanks for this, maybe you posted them in another spot on the forum. I'm very interested in how you did this because I'm not happy with my current set-up and I can see yours definitely has an advantage eg: the ability to lift the pump out for servicing. I like the look and idea of the...
by Skipper599
Sat Nov 03, 2012 11:14 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Recent sinking
Replies: 5
Views: 2619

Re: Recent sinking

Thanks for the update Dick; - I'm on the other side of the country and don't always get the facts straight about happenings on your side. How did you do in the big blow? I trust you were well battened down in a hurricane hole maybe? Where is everyone these days? The forum is kind of dead don't you t...
by Skipper599
Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:20 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Recent sinking
Replies: 5
Views: 2619

Recent sinking

HMS Bounty, built NS Canada, lost power and sank off Massachusets (?) in huge storm "Sandy" in October, 2012 while attempting to sail south away from the storm path. All aboard were safely rescued by USC with the exception of the Captain who was lost, - God rest his soul. This tall ship re...
by Skipper599
Sat Nov 03, 2012 5:47 pm
Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
Topic: Bilge pump fittings
Replies: 8
Views: 6101

Re: Bilge pump fittings

Hi Quetzel ... whatever happened to the pictures you promised of your bilge pump lines?
by Skipper599
Thu Nov 01, 2012 3:04 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Cradle to Trailer?
Replies: 7
Views: 3110

Re: Cradle to Trailer?

Hello Peter; Nice looking Ballad. Is it "ready to sail" or do you have work to do first? I see you finally got it transferred to the trailer ... the safe way. - - - Smart move! How little did they charge you? ... lol. just curious. Did you sell the Vega? If so, did you sell locally? Just w...
by Skipper599
Fri Jul 13, 2012 8:29 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Curious
Replies: 0
Views: 2013

Curious

What time zone does this forum operate on? ... I'm located in the Pacific Northwest; The current time here in Beautiful British Columbia is 5:18pm; that is according to my highly accurate "Plath & Weems" ships clock, all my house clocks and this computer, however, on looking below the ...
by Skipper599
Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:48 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Plumbing multiple water tanks
Replies: 2
Views: 2028

Re: Plumbing multiple water tanks

Hi there tallystick, thanks for your response. Today, I was visiting with a fabricator friend who directed me to a company named New-Line Hose & Fittings located in an industrial mall; (those places we rarely frquent). All I can say is, WOW! they have every conceivable type of fitting for any pu...
by Skipper599
Thu Jul 12, 2012 12:54 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Plumbing multiple water tanks
Replies: 2
Views: 2028

Plumbing multiple water tanks

Back in March of 2006, BC Cooke wrote of his thoughts on tanks for his boat. He made a comment regarding the fact there is little information out there with respect to the plumbing system on small boats. well, here we are, 6 yyears later and guess what? ... Nothing much has changed. I make this comm...
by Skipper599
Wed May 23, 2012 12:12 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: More Terminology
Replies: 0
Views: 1921

More Terminology

I've gotta stop spending time on CL. Here's another little item I just saw in the Boat section of Vancouver CL ... an 18ft. East Coast sail boat for sale. In the description of the vessel and included accessories it explained: ... "Mast (Wood) - Boom (Wooden)." Now I'm not sure if there is...
by Skipper599
Sun May 13, 2012 11:54 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Terminology
Replies: 3
Views: 2224

Re: Terminology

Hi, thanks for the confirmation Danielguiod, that's the first time I've ever come across such terminology and I'm no spring chicken. ... Bob T.

Ps. The air draft on that ketch was 74 feet, not 47 as first posted.
by Skipper599
Sun May 13, 2012 1:36 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Terminology
Replies: 3
Views: 2224

Terminology

Looking through the Boat section of CL I came across an ad for a 60 some odd foot aluminum ketch complete with specifications one of which was listed as: Air Draft 47 feet.

I take it that is the hight of the mast and rig? or am I wrong?
by Skipper599
Thu Apr 12, 2012 1:13 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: New boat
Replies: 5
Views: 2808

Re: New boat

Congrats on your aquisition. Nice looking vessel Tikvah. Looks to be in very good condition too. I briefly scanned the photos in the link and was interested in the cockpit size. It looks very narrow in th photo??? Just thinking about dockside visitors, can you sit opposite and not be stepping on the...
by Skipper599
Thu Apr 05, 2012 2:06 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
Replies: 6
Views: 3123

Re: Is this a stupid idea?

Hi Richard. Yes, that was my idea to have something just for day-sailing. Other thoughts crossing my mind are the ever increasing costs of marina berths - ie: about $400 - $600 per month for my Passage 24 (30ft OAL) plus insurance, plus hydro, plus water. And, the real possibility of vandalism is a ...
by Skipper599
Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:38 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
Replies: 6
Views: 3123

Re: Is this a stupid idea?

Meh! I thought about it some more and concluded the answer to my original question was in the affirmative and so, i walked away from it. It sure was an attractive price but then, I would need a road trailer, and I would have to rely on one of my sons to haul it around as needed. Ok, back to the proj...
by Skipper599
Sun Mar 25, 2012 2:40 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Miss you folk
Replies: 9
Views: 3551

Re: Miss you folk

OK, I went to Des Moines yesterday. The weather was great although it started off on the cool side at home with a reading of only one degree celsius. As we drove southward on I-5 it dropped even lower to minus 5 celsius however, once we progressed toward Seattle it warmed up by about ten degrees. By...
by Skipper599
Fri Mar 23, 2012 1:43 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Bootstripe repainting/relocation
Replies: 2
Views: 834

Re: Bootstripe repainting/relocation

Brodie, I think your boat sits very close to its DWL and you are probably the only one that sees it as not quite perfect. That is one beautiful boat. I myself would not be worrying about the small difference unless it affects her sailing performance. Having said that, it is your boat and I guess you...
by Skipper599
Thu Mar 22, 2012 8:01 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Miss you folk
Replies: 9
Views: 3551

Re: Miss you folk

Yes, I noticed that too.
by Skipper599
Thu Mar 22, 2012 2:24 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Miss you folk
Replies: 9
Views: 3551

Miss you folk

I just want to say I miss you good people. I've become a little concerned and have been wondering what is happening to this forum? I couldn't possibly have offended everybody with anything I've contributed previously, so what gives? Whereas there used to be lots of chat about so many interesting sub...
by Skipper599
Sun Mar 18, 2012 7:56 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
Replies: 6
Views: 3123

Is this a stupid idea?

Here we are, just past mid March and still no closer to launch day. Loads of small stuff to complete such as electrical and plumbing, as well as some carpentry and paint work. I believe I can still accomplish this by July and launch the boat for some late summer sailing. Unfortunately, I find I spen...
by Skipper599
Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:42 pm
Forum: Tools and Techniques
Topic: Bandsaw Bungles
Replies: 6
Views: 4014

Re: Bandsaw Bungles

Last year, I purchased a 1/2" re-saw blade for my Delta 14 cabinet bandsaw. It was advertised on the 'net. and is called a "Wood - Slicer". Never in my life have I had such amazing results with any previous blade. I cannot speak highly enough about the almost perfect finished cuts, re...
by Skipper599
Mon Feb 13, 2012 3:59 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Rescue at sea- 37' sailboat sinks off Hawaii
Replies: 3
Views: 2423

Re: Rescue at sea- 37' sailboat sinks off Hawaii

This is incredible. Incredible for sure! - The interview provides an excellent first hand account of what it's like to be rescued. There surely was great emotion in the fathers voice as he described his efforts of keeping his son close by, and how he prepared the young boy for getting him onto the ...
by Skipper599
Wed Jan 04, 2012 4:25 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hi forum members, I searched my pictures and found one shot of the Port side coaming with a shore-power receptacle installed. The Stbd. side is identical. As you see, it's in a highly visible location. I did not want to patch-repair the hole because for one thing, I totally dislike doing fibreglass ...
by Skipper599
Tue Jan 03, 2012 4:00 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

All this just to plug a hole in the boat?? Hey Carl, I hear ya - I'm beginning to have second thoughts about it too. I didn't realise installing a small selector switch would turn into such a problem of choices. The basic idea seemed good at the time but I now wonder if I won't just run a single po...
by Skipper599
Mon Jan 02, 2012 1:58 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hello Larry, thanks for your offer of help. Unfortunately, I'm of the opinion the BlueSeas product is physically too large for my requirement - I shall likely be using a NewMar product . . . thanks anyway, much appreciated.
by Skipper599
Sat Dec 31, 2011 6:19 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Thanks again Maine Sail for your input. I accept your advice as well. Luckily, the cable run from each inlet receptacle to the panel is much less than 10 feet - ei: Stbd. = 7ft. while Port = 5ft. - - - Does this mean I'm safe with a single main breaker - or, is the second one mandatory? So if I'm fo...
by Skipper599
Sat Dec 31, 2011 2:09 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Bob I thought the Blue Seas switch (Blue Seas 1481) was too large - it is sold for a lower price than the Newmar. That's interesting, - I never did see the 1481 because even though I typed the p/n in the search box, it replied that "nothing met the criteria" or words to that effect. As I ...
by Skipper599
Sat Dec 31, 2011 5:13 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hello Mitiempo, I shall take your advice. Currently, I have an email inquiry sent off to both NewMar and Sterling - Blue seas is much too expensive for my requirements. The NewMar SS-3.0 is a good switch but still fairly high priced at $178 at my local dealer. I'm thinking Sterling will be fine as l...
by Skipper599
Thu Dec 29, 2011 6:30 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hello Tallystick, maybe I'm muddying the waters a little with my poor explanation - perhaps i should have stated up front there will only ever be ONE shore cable plugged in at any time therefore, it can only provide 125v. The reason for dual inlets is because a fellow I paid to install my fuel tanks...
by Skipper599
Thu Dec 29, 2011 3:14 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Thanks Maine Sail, I appreciate your input. - As for the installation, I have already contacted a marine electrician who has quote me to install a panel and switches to "Plug and Play" status - meaning, I should be able to connect any light or electrical gadget and it will function. The do...
by Skipper599
Wed Dec 28, 2011 2:37 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hello again Dick, Thanks for the link, these are looking closer to what I previously saw "somewhere" and I might pursue these if something else doesn't show up. Maine Sail, thanks also for your link. I like the prices but I always get worried about quality when something appears so much ch...
by Skipper599
Tue Dec 27, 2011 2:20 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hello Dick, that certainly is the type of switch I'm looking for but it's a tad on the large size. The one I saw -only a couple months ago- was more compact, requiring less space on the electrical panel. However, at least I can google the descriptive name here and see what comes up. Thanks for your ...
by Skipper599
Mon Dec 26, 2011 7:33 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Re: Shore power.

Hi there QS, thanks for reading - I think the reason one shud NOT connect both together as suggested is because you would then have a "live" receptacle on the opposite side to your shore-cable in use. Probably ok as long as nobody opens the vacant side. There may be other reasons not to do...
by Skipper599
Mon Dec 26, 2011 3:46 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Shore power.
Replies: 31
Views: 6717

Shore power.

I'm in need of a "selector switch" for my AC supply but don't know what it is called, thus preventing me from searching for one on the internet. The reason I need such a switch is because, I have two Marinco power inlet receptacles located one each on port and starboard coamings. Can someb...
by Skipper599
Mon Dec 12, 2011 3:33 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: The passing of one of this list's members
Replies: 4
Views: 2535

Re: The passing of one of this list's members

I was not familiar with him but, so sorry to hear about Phil's departure from this place where we all live out our individual lives. As previously commented, I'm really glad he fulfilled his dream. I just hope I can do the same before time catches up with me.
Fare winds and farewell Phil.