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by Allen
Wed Oct 03, 2007 5:40 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: My new boat...
Replies: 37
Views: 7526

All I can say is WOW!!! She is beautiful. I can't wait to see some under sail pictures of her.

Congratulations on a great find.
by Allen
Wed Oct 03, 2007 5:18 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Shields #9
Replies: 26
Views: 8484

When you look at the price of these new boats, restoring a Triton or some other classic plastic boat seems much less frivolous.

I feel much better now. ;)

Bolero is a thing of beauty isn't she. I'd dearly love to go for a sail on her. I'll bet she sails as good as she looks.
by Allen
Sun Sep 23, 2007 2:25 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Things seen in Maine...
Replies: 7
Views: 1619

She is a beauty... I'll be looking forward to hearing more about her. :)
by Allen
Sun Sep 23, 2007 2:20 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: My Triton is bigger than your Triton...
Replies: 5
Views: 1366

Everything you read online is true. Really: I read it online somewhere. "I read it on the Internet so it must be true!" Jimmy Buffett Regarding the Triton's sailing characteristics, what I was told, and by a number of people, was to reef at about 15 knots of breeze and you are good to go ...
by Allen
Thu Sep 20, 2007 9:01 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Things seen in Maine...
Replies: 7
Views: 1619

That's why it's called the splinter group. ;)

I'm not much of a powerboat guy, but here's one with really nice lines.

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by Allen
Thu Sep 20, 2007 4:04 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Things seen in Maine...
Replies: 7
Views: 1619

Things seen in Maine...

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by Allen
Wed Sep 19, 2007 9:12 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Cap'n Tom,

The hatch is a Bomar, low profile aluminum hatch. I got it off of eBay, and do not remember the exact model number. It is a 1000 series I believe.

http://shop.sailboatowners.com/detail.h ... &group=735

Maybe Tim can check the label.
by Allen
Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:01 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Hi Britton, It's a Horizon 500 that I got off of eBay. Since there is a lot of coral in the Caribbean I'll be running 100 ft. or chain and 200 feet of line for my anchor rhode. This means, in most anchorages, I'll be on all chain. I thought it would be handy to have an electric windless to speed up ...
by Allen
Thu Aug 09, 2007 6:27 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

We are off and running again. :)

http://www.lackeysailing.com/kaholee/kaholee2.htm
by Allen
Fri Aug 03, 2007 3:35 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Triton Stern Railing Info,
Replies: 3
Views: 1588

Someone once told me a stern rail off of a Catalina 22 would work, but I can't guarantee this is true. I got my stern rail, as Tim did, from Tops In Quality ( http://www.topsinquality.com/weldrails.htm ). http://www.lackeysailing.com/kaholee/photos/april07/cockpitaft42007.jpg http://www.lackeysailin...
by Allen
Fri Jul 20, 2007 1:04 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Boat Yards!
Replies: 17
Views: 3010

Interesting perspective. My experience with the marinas and boatyards in New Mexico, while not without a few bumps, has seemingly been much better than you guys seem to have had. I have never had them move my boat from her slip. And while in the boatyard I had an overall good experience, even consid...
by Allen
Fri Jul 20, 2007 12:53 am
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Looking at buying a triton, questions.
Replies: 85
Views: 20312

Congratulations, and welcome to the club! :)

KAHOLEE didn't have much rudder play at all.
by Allen
Thu Jul 12, 2007 2:56 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Looking at buying a triton, questions.
Replies: 85
Views: 20312

Not to worry, there are lots of Tritons out there just looking for some TLC. While I agree this boat does not look as bad as the described by the surveyor, trying to make a determination without being aboard her is difficult. If you want a Triton, you should be able to find a really nice one with ou...
by Allen
Thu Jul 12, 2007 1:53 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Where has common sense gone??
Replies: 2
Views: 913

I seem to remember reading somewhere that the definition of a complete idiot was someone who kept doing the same thing over and over, expecting a different result.

It was an interesting rant though. ;)
by Allen
Sat Jul 07, 2007 3:15 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Back In Action!
Replies: 27
Views: 6654

I use Pyrat Superior Blanco and Perrier. Unfortunately, the Superior Blanco seems to be the most difficult of the Pyrat rums from Anguilla to find.

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by Allen
Wed Jul 04, 2007 12:27 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Not looking good...
Replies: 13
Views: 2676

Well I guess I need to take that back. That had to be the most nail bighting finish to any America's Cup ever. 2 second delta. Wow!
by Allen
Thu Jun 28, 2007 10:13 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Sea Glass Project
Replies: 31
Views: 9523

I'm envious... She looks great and it looks like you are having a great time. Can't beat that. :)
by Allen
Wed Jun 27, 2007 11:43 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Refigeration
Replies: 4
Views: 1651

I have used a portable refrigerator on KAHOLEE. First a Igloo Survivor (AD/DC/Propane) which served me well for years. The only drawback to the Igloo was it pulls 7A in DC mode. It was a good unit, and I am still using it in my RV. I have switched to an Engel 45 on KAHOLEE just because it draws less...
by Allen
Wed Jun 27, 2007 11:09 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Mounting Radar on swing out mount
Replies: 7
Views: 1970

I just read the review and it seems diametrically opposed to my experience with this product. I installed the small/medium unit on KAHOLEE years ago to hold my Garmin 120 GPS. The unit has never needed to be tightened even in fairly rough seas. I was so happy with the unit I purchased the large one ...
by Allen
Wed Jun 13, 2007 6:28 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Summer Reading
Replies: 28
Views: 7252

Where is Joe Merchant? by Jimmy Buffett This is my favorite beach and boat read. http://g-ec2.images-amazon.com/images/I/51JD4Y6ENVL._BO2,204,203,200_PIsitb-dp-500-arrow,TopRight,45,-64_OU01_AA240_SH20_.jpg A History of Pirates: Blood and Thunder on the High Seas by Nigel Cawthorne This is the best...
by Allen
Fri Jun 08, 2007 8:09 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: RADAR INSTALLATION
Replies: 4
Views: 746

If you want to use the existing hole, run a line through the hole and out the bottom of the mast. Lay the line along the side of the end of the radar antenna cable then tape around it to make a cone shaped end to the antenna cable with the line exiting at its peak. Retract the line through the hole ...
by Allen
Fri Jun 01, 2007 5:14 pm
Forum: Classic Sailboats
Topic: Sad, Renegade being chopped for parts...
Replies: 22
Views: 5708

Cosmetically it looks pretty bad. I wonder how it is structurally? Might just need some paint and a little TLC.

Time for Super Tim to save another boat? :)
by Allen
Fri Jun 01, 2007 8:52 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Marking Chain
Replies: 11
Views: 1156

You could use something like this based on your yellow and orange colors and Tim's "Shot" information. Yellow = Fraction of a Shot Orange = Shot 30 ft - one yellow link 60 ft - two yellow links 90 ft - one orange link 120 ft - one orange link, one yellow link 150 ft - one orange link, two ...
by Allen
Fri Jun 01, 2007 8:41 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Topsides
Replies: 41
Views: 7887

The only thing missing from the picture is Tim in the dinghy with some oars. ;)

Whitefield Marina. :D
by Allen
Thu May 31, 2007 5:28 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Name her - 1963 Pearson Ariel, Name dillema
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

You could always shorten Bonnie Jean to Bonnie. Bonnie is of Scottish origin, and its meaning is "fine, attractive, pretty". From the Scottish word "bonnie" and also diminutive of the French word "bonne", meaning "good". Commonly used as a fond nickname. The o...
by Allen
Thu May 31, 2007 9:19 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Britton's Fuel Tank
Replies: 71
Views: 15668

Looks great Britton! :)
by Allen
Thu May 31, 2007 12:52 am
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Anyone want to do a classic plastic rendevous on the ches?
Replies: 16
Views: 3432

How about sometime after mid-April '08? :)

I can even bring Tim along. ;)
by Allen
Mon May 28, 2007 10:25 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Name her - 1963 Pearson Ariel, Name dillema
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

I agree with Nathan on Bonnie Jean, great name for a schooner, but I will have to go against the flow here. Pandora would be a great name since boats are like Pandora's box in that once you have opened an affair with that special boat you will never be able to close it. ;)
by Allen
Wed May 23, 2007 10:18 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Cutty Sark Burns
Replies: 4
Views: 1021

Yes, that is sad. Hopefully the people from the Cutty Sark Trust are right and she will come back better than ever.

Edit:

http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/arti ... article.do
by Allen
Wed May 23, 2007 10:12 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: The Boatyard is Some Peoples' Dumpster...
Replies: 3
Views: 949

Nice reflection of Kaholee. :)
by Allen
Wed May 23, 2007 9:05 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: What's up with Prudence? (Does she have a new name yet?)
Replies: 21
Views: 4060

bcooke wrote:
Sail Britton! Sail!!
I know I know. Only one more year...
Exactly when? My target date is mid April 08. Are you planning any thing near that date? If so I may be able to make the launch.
by Allen
Wed May 23, 2007 8:57 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

The fisherman anchor is going to be stored and secured in the bilge. It's my hurricane insurance so will not be used very often (I hope). Light fixture wise, we selected the red/which round incandescent fixtures for the general lighting. http://store.hamiltonmarine.com/prodimg/ABI-420201.JPG For rea...
by Allen
Tue May 22, 2007 12:04 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I'm pretty sure it was the RAC-75500MAX2 which is the smaller of the two units offered by Hamilton Marine. It is a bit larger than we had hoped, so Tim will need to be creative in finding a place to mount it, but it will allow for changing fuel filters without inducing air into the system and as men...
by Allen
Mon May 21, 2007 5:06 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I went and visited Tim last weekend and we did some shopping at Hamilton Marine. Got the auto pilot, heater, storm anchor, interior lights, instruments, fuel filters and some smaller stuff. Would you be willing to share why you selected the dual fuel filter? It would seem like overkill for a small ...
by Allen
Mon May 21, 2007 11:52 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

That's not the half of it... You do know Tim's motto is "What the boat wants the boat gets." don't you? :)
by Allen
Mon May 21, 2007 10:54 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Not looking good...
Replies: 13
Views: 2676

Personally, I think the Cup has been going downhill ever since they stopped sailing the 12 Meters. I have to agree with Tim, the AC was always about your guys vs their guys. Now it's just another product. I don't really even bother to stay tuned in any more. Now if they started sailing Js again... :)
by Allen
Sun May 20, 2007 1:35 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I'm really looking forward to April 08 when we set sail for the Caribbean. The only problem is she is looking so good I think I should just keep her safe and sound, but Tritons were made to sail so that's what we'll do. However I am not looking forward to my first close encounter with the dock. ;) P...
by Allen
Sat May 19, 2007 9:20 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I went and visited Tim last weekend and we did some shopping at Hamilton Marine. Got the auto pilot, heater, storm anchor, interior lights, instruments, fuel filters and some smaller stuff. http://store.hamiltonmarine.com/prodimg/KIN-Y-54.JPG http://store.hamiltonmarine.com/prodimg/RTH-S1GP.JPG http...
by Allen
Fri Apr 13, 2007 9:02 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Not me. :D
by Allen
Fri Apr 13, 2007 2:55 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Hi Britton,

I really need to update that. So much has changed so fast, things get out of date rapidly.
by Allen
Mon Apr 09, 2007 4:54 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I'll have to keep that in mind for the shake down cruise. :)
by Allen
Sun Apr 08, 2007 11:10 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Ah, but Tim goes cruising so he can work on HIS boat without the rest of us bugging him. ;)
by Allen
Sun Apr 08, 2007 1:18 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Well, I've always though that when you look up "Workaholic" in the dictionary there should be a picture of Tim. :)
by Allen
Sun Apr 08, 2007 11:42 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Sure Tim, I could post it where you think it would do the most good, or you can just move the details and advise that we have the base three purchases at this point.
by Allen
Fri Apr 06, 2007 12:17 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

Noah, give Joe at Sound Marine Diesel a call. He can probably ship as soon as you want as he has a number of engines in stock. Let me know how it goes. . Be sure to tell him you are part of the Allen Hilburn group so he knows you get the discounts. I think you might be number 3 or 4 depending on who...
by Allen
Mon Apr 02, 2007 10:33 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I made the down payment on my 20HP Beta Marine engine today. Joe is willing to offer us a group discount, so if anyone is interested, here's your chance to get a new engine for a bit less. Is this deal still available? I might be interested in a BV1305 - 35 hp engine. JonnyBoats, the deal is good u...
by Allen
Fri Mar 23, 2007 4:16 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

I made the down payment on my 20HP Beta Marine engine today. Joe is willing to offer us a group discount, so if anyone is interested, here's your chance to get a new engine for a bit less. TERMS for group discount ? A deeper discount will be applied to any additional engine orders placed before 5/1/...
by Allen
Thu Mar 15, 2007 12:21 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Looking for Coast Navigator software
Replies: 5
Views: 762

The March issue of Cruising World reviews 8 nav programs. I'm using RayTech Navigator since it is designed to work with my Raymarine navigation system.
by Allen
Thu Mar 15, 2007 12:15 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Kaholee's new stove
Replies: 12
Views: 1383

Baking aboard is wonderful. Cookies, bread... Mmmm. I'm not much into cooking ashore, but aboard it seems much more appealing. Even baking bread, with the numerous times you have to punch it down, let it rise, etc. doesn't seem bad when it's only two steps away from whatever else you're doing. And ...
by Allen
Thu Mar 15, 2007 12:04 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Kaholee's new stove
Replies: 12
Views: 1383

Re: Kaholee's new stove

Can you pass on any info about your setup? I got the stove on eBay. It has all the necessary functions, cook top, oven, broiler. The gimbal system and pot holders I got seperately. I myself have been toying with an oven that faces forward (mounted athwartships?) with the oven door opening forward o...