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by atomvoyager
Fri Jun 03, 2022 8:15 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Collapsible water bag/tank
Replies: 4
Views: 1399

Re: Collapsible water bag/tank

From all the good reviews these look reliable so I just ordered a few to try out. Always difficult to find the right spot to store rigid containers and then have them still take up space when empty. In the past I've used the Reliance collapsible jugs but they often leaked at the fold creases, someti...
by atomvoyager
Wed Jun 01, 2022 7:58 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I understand that but I haven't seen that problem.
by atomvoyager
Mon May 30, 2022 8:39 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Atom 6.5 dinghy
Replies: 1
Views: 571

Re: Atom 6.5 dinghy

You can use 1/4 meranti. I don't think the weight difference will be much and you can offset that by using fewer or smaller stiffeners after you glass the panels in place if you notice it is stiff enough as it is. There's no fixed rule about it so use your judgement. If you row the dinghy after it's...
by atomvoyager
Mon May 30, 2022 8:25 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I don't see why you can't let the lower bushing spin free. I used a PVC tube that just happened to fit for that purpose in the past.
by atomvoyager
Sat May 28, 2022 8:50 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Outboard Well Performance
Replies: 8
Views: 1652

Re: Outboard Well Performance

Most boats that have the space for bigger than a 6hp Tohatsu Sailpro only have barely enough space to fit a 9.8hp which is already heavy at 112lbs for the extra-long (25") shaft. There is also no space for power tilt and manual tilt is difficult on bigger motors. In the Tohatsu range the 9.9 an...
by atomvoyager
Fri May 20, 2022 7:45 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Rebirth - Ariel #422 "Katie Marie"
Replies: 6
Views: 1074

Re: Rebirth - Ariel #422 "Katie Marie"

Lots of interesting ideas here. Looking forward to see more of this project.
by atomvoyager
Tue May 10, 2022 9:40 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Used Beta Marine 14 Diesel
Replies: 3
Views: 1107

Re: Used Beta Marine 14 Diesel

Yes, I went up to the Chesapeake recently and picked up this CD27 and brought it here for a thorough refit for her new owner.
by atomvoyager
Sun May 08, 2022 8:29 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Any tips on jacking up a boat?
Replies: 3
Views: 684

Re: Any tips on jacking up a boat?

Welcome to PCF. I'm assuming you don't have access to a travel lift or a gantry with strap for lifting the bow. I recently had to raise the bow on my 28' Triton which is close to 9,000lbs loaded. Mine is on a trailer with six side screw pads and one at the bow and I had no problem using a similar me...
by atomvoyager
Fri Apr 29, 2022 9:52 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan
Replies: 6
Views: 1007

Re: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan

I stopped using those solar vent fans because they changed and cheapened the construction of them several years ago so that now they are expensive and break down within a year in many cases. The ones they sold some 20 years ago were much better and fairly long-lasting.
by atomvoyager
Fri Apr 29, 2022 9:48 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

Interesting idea. I don't think I'd try it because it would need to run close to full height to be useful and that long epoxy-filled slot would be brittle and an early point of cracking under loads from a partially full tank and possible minor hull flexing at sea in heavy weather. If say one layer o...
by atomvoyager
Thu Apr 28, 2022 6:50 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

Maybe someone with that experience can comment but I wouldn't know about that. Unless you have used hand pumps in a liveaboard situation and like them I would suggest not to get one. I know the installation is sometimes easier but hand pumps are frustratingly awkward. Try washing your face or hands ...
by atomvoyager
Tue Apr 26, 2022 8:35 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

I haven't noticed a problem with suction on my pump. Do you have the filter mounted on the outlet side of the pump and do you have the large Whale Gusher pump or the small Whale Baby pump? And do you have a similar charcoal filter element or something with more restrictive flow perhaps? You can see ...
by atomvoyager
Sun Apr 24, 2022 9:10 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan
Replies: 6
Views: 1007

Re: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan

I edited my post above to reflect your concern. You can run the wires direct to the battery post or to an unswitched bus bar near the battery where you connect your bilge pump and solar. You still need a switch and fuse to turn it on as seen in my videos. I know it's a habit for many people to turn ...
by atomvoyager
Sun Apr 24, 2022 8:57 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

I use any detergent for dishes or laundry. The filter I used to use was called Under Sink Household Water Filter by Glacier Bay that I bought at Home Depot and once on Amazon. That one had to be tightened very hard not to leak and when it wasn't available recently I just went in to Home Depot and bo...
by atomvoyager
Sat Apr 23, 2022 7:51 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan
Replies: 6
Views: 1007

Re: Wiring for Airhead toilet fan

You can run the wires direct to the battery post or to an unswitched bus bar near the battery where you connect your bilge pump and solar. Although you may want the fan to run continuously when the toilet is holding waste, there are times you want it turned off so it needs to have a switch, preferab...
by atomvoyager
Mon Apr 18, 2022 8:44 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

Thanks for that. My guess is that the capacity will be at least 40 gals. Hope you come back later after filling it and tell us the actual capacity. Looks like a good size for the boat. Normally it won't be an issue but you don't have to fill it all the way when concerned about trim or carrying all t...
by atomvoyager
Thu Apr 14, 2022 9:41 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I don't follow what you mean by " i have a 2 inch hole in the boat i have to close, until i get it out again." Does that mean you just need a slightly smaller hole in the same location or something to do with launching the boat without totally filling the hole and then at next haulout redr...
by atomvoyager
Thu Apr 14, 2022 9:29 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

The images are visible now with a click. I'm assuming you have the tank top not glassed down yet so you can bring the top inside the house next to a heater for 24 hours and then run a space heater on the boat when it's safe and then compare the hardness of each. If it still doesn't fully cure, do a ...
by atomvoyager
Wed Apr 13, 2022 10:12 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

Thanks for the details. You may not notice if the 8" (10" OD) hatch leaks until sailing heeled with water pressure constantly sloshing against it. I had a Beckson 8" drip slightly on a deck installation and was able to stop it with silicone paste lubricant on the o-ring. Because of th...
by atomvoyager
Mon Apr 11, 2022 7:31 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Bar Rust 233 curing question
Replies: 27
Views: 2629

Re: Bar Rust 233 curing question

Welcome to the group. I have a similar job coming up on a CD27 and would be curious to hear more about your tank like the dimensions and location and estimated capacity. If the mixing ratio was correct then just give it more time and turn on a heater if temps are low. If the mix ratio was off it wil...
by atomvoyager
Sat Apr 09, 2022 9:19 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I haven't done this but heard from others that adding a plug works assuming you have space under the pan for a drain container. If not, apparently you can attach a hose with petcock to the plug and use an extractor pump as others have described in the thread below: https://www.cruisersforum.com/foru...
by atomvoyager
Thu Mar 24, 2022 12:02 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Removable inner forestay conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 1341

Re: Removable inner forestay conversion

Thanks Kurt for that PS article link. Here is more info than you asked for but could help others doing this job. Inner stay components include the mast hound, stay with end fittings, adjuster of some type, deck attachment fitting near bow, attachment shackle to shroud chain plate for stowage or pad ...
by atomvoyager
Tue Feb 22, 2022 9:26 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Replacing the sheerclamp
Replies: 4
Views: 787

Re: Replacing the sheerclamp

I frequently make reinforcements to weak areas on boats. Your sheerclamp rot can be patched in pieces to reinforce - it doesn't need to be one continuous piece because the strength will come from the overlapping fiberglass and epoxy resin that goes on top.
by atomvoyager
Mon Feb 21, 2022 9:09 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Replacing the sheerclamp
Replies: 4
Views: 787

Re: Replacing the sheerclamp

Here's a post about a member here replacing a rotted section of his sheerclamp:
https://plasticclassicforum.com/forum/v ... amp#p52822
by atomvoyager
Sun Feb 20, 2022 9:36 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Replacing the sheerclamp
Replies: 4
Views: 787

Re: Replacing the sheerclamp

Welcome. Maybe someone here with experience in this repair will reply but you may have better luck posting this question at: https://www.boatdesign.net/forums/boat-building/ I haven't done this particular job but I'm sure I (or you) could figure it out if on the boat after removing a short section t...
by atomvoyager
Wed Feb 09, 2022 9:05 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Wooden rudder
Replies: 1
Views: 626

Re: Wooden rudder

You could post your question and photos on the Wooden Boat forum. It's a wood rudder at least so you should be able to get some advice there. The wooden boat people often disagree but I like to encase the wood rudder in epoxy glass after repairing any rot. You should push a knife blade into the wood...
by atomvoyager
Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:52 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I don't recall why you applied fairing compound over the entire transom surface. Possibly there were uneven repair areas or the factory finish had waves or ripples in it that you wanted to improve the appearance of or wanted to fill gelcoat porosity or other widespread crazing that you felt primer a...
by atomvoyager
Tue Jan 25, 2022 11:31 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

With stainless angle bars on front and back I'm surprised they bent at all. I think if you replace those with bigger angle bar backed by aluminum or stainless vertical flat plate and your large U-shaped weldment brace on the forward side you will get good support. You can augment the forward vertica...
by atomvoyager
Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:21 am
Forum: Tools and Techniques
Topic: Tip: cleaning epoxy off of tools - white vinegar
Replies: 1
Views: 815

Re: Tip: cleaning epoxy off of tools - white vinegar

Thanks for the tip. I've been using vinegar for years to clean up, and always for getting epoxy off hands or delicate surfaces because it's less harsh and works better than acetone.
by atomvoyager
Mon Jan 17, 2022 10:00 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Teak caprails on Alberg30
Replies: 14
Views: 2364

Re: Teak caprails on Alberg30

I think getting them cut into 12' sections would work. I'd get all 12' pieces and cut my own end pieces after fitting the forward and center pieces to get the exact length needed. The stern pieces should require the least amount of bend and you can do that either by anchoring them to something rigid...
by atomvoyager
Sat Jan 08, 2022 6:39 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Teak caprails on Alberg30
Replies: 14
Views: 2364

Re: Teak caprails on Alberg30

That combo toe rail/sheet track looks like a possible solution. Apparently the bottom edges of the two different tracks line up but the tops don't so I guess they expect you round off the ends of the taller ones where they would have a cut edge that's taller so it doesn't snag things and looks bette...
by atomvoyager
Sun Jan 02, 2022 8:49 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Fairing the hull for topside paint
Replies: 3
Views: 905

Re: Fairing the hull for topside paint

People tend to recommend what they're familiar with, myself included, so there's that bias to consider. The next thing is, for various reasons, don't expect a consensus of opinion on anything. Having said that, it looks like you can fill low spots deeper than 1/8" or so and any cracks that you ...
by atomvoyager
Wed Dec 15, 2021 9:58 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Air Sander vs Orbital for Awlgrip prep.
Replies: 1
Views: 574

Re: Air Sander vs Orbital for Awlgrip prep.

You'll have no problem with visible scratches in awlgrip or any paint by using the right grit paper on a random orbital sander. An orbital sander does leave scratches but the random orbital like the one you probably already own is no problem. An air sander is usually a dual-action (DA) sander and ha...
by atomvoyager
Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:38 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Outboard Well Performance
Replies: 8
Views: 1652

Re: Outboard Well Performance

Welcome to the group. Maybe someone else will post their experiences pushing a heavier boat with an outboard motor. But keep in mind that there a lot of poorly designed non-tilted outboard installations that give this option a bad rep. People with different experiences will have different ideas. You...
by atomvoyager
Wed Dec 01, 2021 9:49 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Hebridean WindVane
Replies: 8
Views: 1866

Re: Hebridean WindVane

Also, the Monitor has a four-point mount that is ideal for boats with a transom-hung rudder. Boats with inboard rudders will find it easier to install something like the Windpilot Pacific, which uses a simpler, single mount of four bolts.
by atomvoyager
Wed Dec 01, 2021 9:45 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Chainplate covers
Replies: 4
Views: 843

Re: Chainplate covers

You may be thinking I meant some other screws. I don't usually buy common items from McMaster because they're pricey. What I meant was these "tapping" screws as they're called at West Marine, available everywhere, and what you are probably already using for other jobs: https://www.westmari...
by atomvoyager
Mon Nov 29, 2021 10:08 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Chainplate covers
Replies: 4
Views: 843

Re: Chainplate covers

What I've done is dry-fit the covers, take them off, oversize drill the holes, fill with epoxy, redrill for self-tapping stainless #8 x 1/2"" screws. The epoxy is brittle so you need to drill the holes big enough and then don't overtighten and strip the screws. I make sure there is a small...
by atomvoyager
Fri Nov 26, 2021 9:32 am
Forum: Boat Shops and Facilities
Topic: Setting Scaffolding up for Hull Prep/paint
Replies: 2
Views: 2138

Re: Setting Scaffolding up for Hull Prep/paint

You could use the 2x4s to make sawhorses and then use 2x12 planks on top. The sawhorses may need to be taller than standard. I have ready made ones and need to place cement blocks under them for the right height. I set up enough to go all the way around the boat rather than having to move them, whic...
by atomvoyager
Tue Nov 16, 2021 10:04 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

If you have trouble drilling them out, say in case they are hardened steel, you may be able to sister in new bolts in new tapped holes nearby.
by atomvoyager
Mon Nov 15, 2021 9:02 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

I'd do everything possible to get the bolts out rather than tap new holes because that be easy.
The wooden boat guys on the following thread say at least 1 1/2 bolt diameters plus room for the taper at the end of the tap:

http://forum.woodenboat.com/showthread. ... -iron-keel
by atomvoyager
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:57 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Introducing Katie-J
Replies: 369
Views: 175632

Re: Introducing Katie-J

It's possible that the original rudder was not balanced enough and caused a heavy helm so a previous owner added some wood to make it more effective. You can measure and calculate the total surface area of the rudder including how much of it is forward of the shaft. 10 to 15% added forward of the sh...
by atomvoyager
Mon Nov 01, 2021 8:49 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: My '66 A30
Replies: 2
Views: 1434

Re: My '66 A30

We're looking forward to see the new toe rail project.
by atomvoyager
Thu Oct 28, 2021 12:38 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Hebridean WindVane
Replies: 8
Views: 1866

Re: Hebridean WindVane

I don't have experience with it but this might be a good low cost windvane option:
https://south-atlantic.com.ar/windvane/ ... ng301.html
by atomvoyager
Tue Oct 26, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Hebridean WindVane
Replies: 8
Views: 1866

Re: Hebridean WindVane

I've also seen it described online but don't know anyone who made and used one. From the videos you see it can work but looks fragile and awkward to use and maintain compared to say the Windpilot Pacific or Pacific Light. It is clever though and may be suitable for those who want a DIY windvane for ...
by atomvoyager
Sat Oct 23, 2021 8:28 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build
Replies: 27
Views: 3336

Re: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build

It should be no problem.
by atomvoyager
Sun Oct 03, 2021 8:49 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Cost of teak coamings
Replies: 7
Views: 2312

Re: Cost of teak coamings

If you want to keep it varnished or sealed with a two-part clear coating then there are many woods you could choose. A veneered foam board is interesting. Coamings often have fasteners for cleats, winch bases, dodger attachment and so on so you'd need to engineer around that and then adding veneer a...
by atomvoyager
Sat Oct 02, 2021 8:18 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build
Replies: 27
Views: 3336

Re: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build

You don't absolutely have to epoxy fill the holes if you make sure you don't drill all the way through the wood to the inside of the tank. Silicone may work but Bed-it butyl will be more reliable.
by atomvoyager
Thu Sep 30, 2021 8:37 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build
Replies: 27
Views: 3336

Re: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build

By the way, you didn't mention if you used an epoxy primer before applying the single part paint on the sole, if it was bare wood or sealed in epoxy resin, but I found that a single part primer or paint does not adhere well to epoxy resin. Sometimes it will stick a little better if the epoxy resin h...
by atomvoyager
Wed Sep 29, 2021 7:56 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build
Replies: 27
Views: 3336

Re: Allied Seawind 30 Integral Water Tank Build

For future reference, you can use Interprotect 2000e epoxy primer (gray or white, which is a light gray color) as your interior locker paint or even for the cabin sole with no paint over it. Easy to apply, covers in two coats with no sanding between coats and lasts forever.
by atomvoyager
Tue Sep 28, 2021 9:25 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Cost of teak coamings
Replies: 7
Views: 2312

Re: Cost of teak coamings

Last time I bought some for an Alberg 30 from Maritime Wood Products in FL 5 years ago it was $26 per board foot for 3/4" x 11" x 93" length was $400 for two pieces. Less wide planks are sold cheaper so you could try epoxy gluing two together on edge. If you can't find affordable teak...