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?
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- Sat Aug 22, 2015 2:41 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Cockpit Seats
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3520
- Tue Aug 18, 2015 3:52 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: The launching of "MACUSHLA"
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3939
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...
- Tue Aug 18, 2015 3:44 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: The launching of "MACUSHLA"
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3939
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...
- Mon Aug 17, 2015 2:47 am
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Need halyards, sheets, rope, cord?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 8311
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...
- Fri Aug 14, 2015 1:58 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: PYHI Opening port
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2443
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...
- Mon Jul 06, 2015 4:39 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: PYHI Opening port
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2443
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...
- Sun Jun 21, 2015 5:09 pm
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Wurst Marine
- Replies: 0
- Views: 7821
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...
- Sat Jun 20, 2015 11:54 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spar renovation
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2537
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...
- Sat Jun 20, 2015 12:56 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Spar renovation
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2537
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...
- Sun May 03, 2015 2:25 pm
- Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
- Topic: Gooseneck
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3560
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...
- Fri Jun 27, 2014 5:01 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Trailboards
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2074
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...
- Mon Dec 02, 2013 4:02 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Forum future
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9254
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 ...
- Fri Oct 18, 2013 9:12 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Forum future
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9254
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...
- Wed Jun 12, 2013 4:31 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: New Chainplates
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4120
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.
- Fri Jan 04, 2013 7:58 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Sad posting on CL
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3586
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...
- Sat Dec 29, 2012 12:21 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Sad posting on CL
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3586
Sad posting on CL
... Sailboat Wrecking Yard (Bellingham WA) ...
I guess there's an end to everything in this world ... even sailboats
I guess there's an end to everything in this world ... even sailboats
- Sun Nov 04, 2012 1:48 pm
- Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
- Topic: Bilge pump fittings
- Replies: 8
- Views: 7453
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...
- Sat Nov 03, 2012 11:14 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Recent sinking
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3070
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...
- Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:20 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Recent sinking
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3070
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...
- Sat Nov 03, 2012 5:47 pm
- Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
- Topic: Bilge pump fittings
- Replies: 8
- Views: 7453
Re: Bilge pump fittings
Hi Quetzel ... whatever happened to the pictures you promised of your bilge pump lines?
- Thu Nov 01, 2012 3:04 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Cradle to Trailer?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3280
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...
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 ...
- Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:48 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Plumbing multiple water tanks
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2193
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...
- Thu Jul 12, 2012 12:54 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Plumbing multiple water tanks
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2193
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...
- Wed May 23, 2012 12:12 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: More Terminology
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2351
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...
- Sun May 13, 2012 11:54 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Terminology
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2651
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.
Ps. The air draft on that ketch was 74 feet, not 47 as first posted.
- Sun May 13, 2012 1:36 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Terminology
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2651
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?
I take it that is the hight of the mast and rig? or am I wrong?
- Thu Apr 12, 2012 1:13 pm
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: New boat
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3270
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...
- Thu Apr 05, 2012 2:06 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3633
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 ...
- Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:38 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3633
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...
- Sun Mar 25, 2012 2:40 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Miss you folk
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4098
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...
- Fri Mar 23, 2012 1:43 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Bootstripe repainting/relocation
- Replies: 2
- Views: 886
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...
- Thu Mar 22, 2012 8:01 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Miss you folk
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4098
Re: Miss you folk
Yes, I noticed that too.
- Thu Mar 22, 2012 2:24 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Miss you folk
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4098
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...
- Sun Mar 18, 2012 7:56 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3633
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...
- Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:42 pm
- Forum: Tools and Techniques
- Topic: Bandsaw Bungles
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4492
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...
- Mon Feb 13, 2012 3:59 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Rescue at sea- 37' sailboat sinks off Hawaii
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2877
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 ...
- Wed Jan 04, 2012 4:25 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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 ...
- Tue Jan 03, 2012 4:00 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Mon Jan 02, 2012 1:58 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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.
- Sat Dec 31, 2011 6:19 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Sat Dec 31, 2011 2:09 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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 ...
- Sat Dec 31, 2011 5:13 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Thu Dec 29, 2011 6:30 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Thu Dec 29, 2011 3:14 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Wed Dec 28, 2011 2:37 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Tue Dec 27, 2011 2:20 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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 ...
- Mon Dec 26, 2011 7:33 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Mon Dec 26, 2011 3:46 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Shore power.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 7011
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...
- Mon Dec 12, 2011 3:33 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: The passing of one of this list's members
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3000
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.
Fare winds and farewell Phil.