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by Ric in Richmond
Sun Mar 20, 2011 9:03 pm
Forum: Tools and Techniques
Topic: New tool to play with....
Replies: 3
Views: 2015

New tool to play with....

I asked a friend who is moving about a milling machine he had...he said come get it and haul it away.. So now I am the owner of a small (650 lbs of cast iron from the 60's) milling machine: Never had one before and not sure what I am going to make with it...but I know it will come in handy. Anyone o...
by Ric in Richmond
Tue Mar 15, 2011 9:49 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: where to find a replacement wood boom for lecompte medalist
Replies: 6
Views: 1104

Re: where to find a replacement wood boom for lecompte medalist

They'd be fine over on the WBF.

They'd call it frozen snot or a clorox bottle, but then they'd help you out.

The personalities are a bit strong sometimes...but it's all talk.

I go by James River Rat over there...rarely there anymore.
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Mar 13, 2011 11:01 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: where to find a replacement wood boom for lecompte medalist
Replies: 6
Views: 1104

Re: where to find a replacement wood boom for lecompte medalist

You are going to have to build one or have one built.

Is it a round boom?
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Mar 10, 2011 8:29 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: LED INTERIOR LIGHTING
Replies: 8
Views: 1618

Re: LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

http://milo.com/alpena-flexled-24-inch-wht-77423 About 3/8 wide, waterproof with 3m tape on the back. Advanced auto has these and if you buy them in the 36 inch lengths you can cut them into 3 inch strips and solder leads on them. I haven't tried them yet but am going to! Light does seem to be very ...
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Feb 16, 2011 8:59 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35
Replies: 49
Views: 11856

Re: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35

The engraving is AMAZING!!!! Ever get tempted to carve away on a winch or something?? A buddy of mine writes this blog. http://tfmetalsreport.blogspot.com/2011/02/wow.html Silver is a fascinating subject and he focuses on the manipulation that is going on in that market. Makes my head hurt...I'd rat...
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Feb 13, 2011 8:18 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35
Replies: 49
Views: 11856

Re: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35

That is like the ultimate to do list for my boat.

It is basically what we believe here...that there aren't better built boats than the classics plastics!!

Where do you plan on keeping her and using her?
by Ric in Richmond
Sat Feb 12, 2011 7:42 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35
Replies: 49
Views: 11856

Re: Palmer Johnson Alberg 35

The companionway is offset to starboard.

I saw that boat show up on one of my searches.

Really amazing work done to it.

That interior is amazing!!!

I love my A35 and I am sure you will enjoy sailing it!!!
by Ric in Richmond
Tue Jan 25, 2011 7:54 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Rip off "Solar Generator"...
Replies: 1
Views: 641

Rip off "Solar Generator"...

Have you noticed the solar generator ads all over tv these days?? I figured it was a simple inverter with a small battery and a solar cell...yup!! Stuff we as boaters deal with ALL the time. But just how marginal is it??? 18 watt solar panel Sealed, non-spillable 51 amp-hour AGM battery 1800 watt in...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Jan 06, 2011 8:19 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: New Member
Replies: 14
Views: 2926

Re: New Member

Welcome and HECK YEAH that's classic!!!!!
by Ric in Richmond
Fri Dec 03, 2010 8:28 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: electrical upgrade
Replies: 36
Views: 8594

Re: electrical upgrade

The batteries on my A35 are behind false drawer fronts at the front of each settee port and starboard. The weight is low and centralized. There are lift off hatches above them for service and access. They aren't gas tight so that might concern some. I have the model with the galley that runs across ...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Dec 02, 2010 8:08 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Beyond Belief
Replies: 2
Views: 704

Re: Beyond Belief

I would imagine wherever it goes it is followed by a cloud of mayday calls on the VHF.....

Some people have way too much time on their hands....

He says to the group that rebuilds boats that most would walk away from......
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Nov 25, 2010 8:42 am
Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
Topic: Pos or Neg switching?
Replies: 11
Views: 4586

totally non boat related ....

My favorite car fire was a volvo too!! 245 wagon. Ground strap to engine failed. So now the engine was grounded though...wait for it....THE CHOKE CABLE!!! Did you know that choke cables glow red hot when energized? They do... They also run under the dashboard... Which is how I also got my first ride...
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Nov 14, 2010 12:07 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Rudder Replacement Options
Replies: 37
Views: 7105

Re: Rudder Replacement Options

I have pics in my files I can shoot you.

You can discern the planks.

Let me know if you need to see them.
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Nov 07, 2010 9:48 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?
Replies: 21
Views: 7910

Re: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?

If I hadn't dumped the darned handle overboard, I'd probably keep the current system. [Edited for clarification] I'll see if I have the handle next time I am aboard. Is it about a 2/8ths - 1/2" shaft with a pin crossways that turns the worm gear? If I still have it you can have it...I will nev...
by Ric in Richmond
Sat Nov 06, 2010 8:03 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?
Replies: 21
Views: 7910

Re: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?

Unless it was a VERY small boat I would not trust the jam cleat.

The loading will be quite high!!
by Ric in Richmond
Fri Nov 05, 2010 6:48 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?
Replies: 21
Views: 7910

Re: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?

Andiamo's boom has not been fixed in any way. I occasionally have to realign it, but maybe only a half an inch or so. I jiggle it to take the load off the worm gear and it rotates easily with just my fingers. Once loaded it WILL NOT TURN. It is a worm gear so it really doesn't want to turn. Think ab...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Nov 04, 2010 8:53 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?
Replies: 21
Views: 7910

Re: Reefing System - Convert Roller Boom to Slab Reefing?

I have slab reefing on my round wood roller boom. The previous owner mounted a cheek block and a bail on the aft end. Then mounted a winch about 2 feet back from the tack, a clam cleat and a regular cleat. There are 2 pads mounted for the winch. and it is through bolted. Also mounted 2 tack hooks fa...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Oct 21, 2010 12:45 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: electrical upgrade
Replies: 36
Views: 8594

Re: electrical upgrade

Appreciate the reply. They are 6v. They fit a group 24 box with little room to spare. I will get the model number ASAP. It used to be 2 banks of 2 x 12v in parallel and a 1/all/2 switch that you could switch in the start battery. I pulled them and rewired to 6 volts in series to make 12v then in par...
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Oct 20, 2010 7:00 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: electrical upgrade
Replies: 36
Views: 8594

Re: electrical upgrade

Great discussion and so timely for me. I have a set of 5 season old batteries that just don't hold much of a charge now. I run a start battery and 4 6 volt Group 24s. Charged off a stock universal alternator and a combiner. Two port.two starboard through a 1/all/2 switch so I can "set aside&quo...
by Ric in Richmond
Mon Oct 18, 2010 7:36 pm
Forum: Classic Sailboats
Topic: Uffa Fox's Flying 15
Replies: 12
Views: 3207

Re: Uffa Fox's Flying 15

Reminds me of the mind game "count the F's":

Finished files are the result
of years of scientific study
combined with the experience
of years...

How many did you get???

Scroll down for the answer
















There are 6. Most people miss this!!!!
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Oct 06, 2010 6:08 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Homecoming
Replies: 6
Views: 2771

Re: Homecoming

Great account!!!

Did you visit the Hereshoff museum while you were there?

I did and found out that was where my boat was made too!!
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Sep 08, 2010 8:04 am
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Labor Day Sail
Replies: 2
Views: 1821

Re: Labor Day Sail

We need to get together and have a dinghy cruise. Even if it is just around the lake.

Who else is up for it?
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Sep 08, 2010 6:58 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Outlet Port to Nowhere
Replies: 5
Views: 1202

Re: Outlet Port to Nowhere

Someone else may have a solution that I am not aware of, but typically through hulls have either NPS (straight) threads (so that you can thread a seacock on), or are barbed so there isn't a good/simple way to cap them (if you search, I had a thread asking this a few years ago). I still say we need ...
by Ric in Richmond
Sat Sep 04, 2010 9:18 am
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: Return of the J Boat
Replies: 10
Views: 1703

Re: Return of the J Boat

Tim, Thanks for having that rule. I didn't find the above comments disagreeable, but I think it becomes a slippery slope once it creeps in....we don't need a "Bilge" here like some other places have. This is likely one of the most friendly, useful and informative places on the net and it i...
by Ric in Richmond
Fri Sep 03, 2010 6:46 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cracks in spreaders
Replies: 7
Views: 1292

Re: Cracks in spreaders

... ... I'm sure everyone is aware non-ferrous metals such as aluminum can be "machined" using wood cutting equipment. Be sure to use only 80 or 90 tooth Carbide Blades. Just be very careful how you feed the material into the saw ... slow and easy does it. Be sure to wear safety equipment...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Sep 02, 2010 6:04 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Earl: Buoy Reports 49-Foot Waves, 101 MPH Winds
Replies: 6
Views: 1108

Re: Earl: Buoy Reports 49-Foot Waves, 101 MPH Winds

All put to bed and everything stowed.

So the tidewater area of Virginia can breath easy now.

But not many other people seem to give a damn....


Tide was already 2+ over normal high and lapping the bottom of the finger piers when I left.
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Sep 01, 2010 5:27 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Earl: Buoy Reports 49-Foot Waves, 101 MPH Winds
Replies: 6
Views: 1108

Re: Earl: Buoy Reports 49-Foot Waves, 101 MPH Winds

Head down Thursday AM to strip off the canvas, sails and double up some lines.

That way it won't even touch us.....
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Aug 25, 2010 7:47 am
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

I'll write up my full report in the next couple of days since we just got back at about 1 am last night. Needless to say we all had a great time and saw many of the spots mentioned above. Got to meet and thank Tim for all his forum hospitality and wisdom too! I had to share my Classic Plastic Synchr...
by Ric in Richmond
Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:23 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

Sunday head down to west Warwick as base for Mystic, Newport area. Stay there Sunday and Monday night. What brings you to West Warwick as a base? .... This base will put you just under an hour drive from Mystic and a little less from Newport. That is EXACTLY the reason!!!! It is about midway betwee...
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Jul 18, 2010 10:02 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

Anyone have a good Striper Fishing guide they can recommend???
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Jul 18, 2010 6:14 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

Thanks Mark...great advice!!

We are going in August so we can use the tips!


Right now I am so glad we made all of our reservations for Bar Harbor before Obama put it back on the map!!!!

This is going to be fun!!
by Ric in Richmond
Sat Jul 10, 2010 11:37 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

Here is a link to the map I created that has all the tips I have gotten from the forum along with other places we may go check out.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&m ... 8c1ea593f7
by Ric in Richmond
Sat Jul 10, 2010 10:36 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

So much to see! Here is the plan so far. Tuesday..arrive at 10 am Boston...get car and drive to bar harbor. Stay in bar harbor Tuesday, wed, Thursday. Friday wander south to Salem and stay in Salem Friday and Saturday as home base for Boston area sightseeing. Sunday head down to west Warwick as base...
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Jul 07, 2010 11:31 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Re: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

I will you PM you our schedule. Maybe we can go for a sail!

Thanks!

Have you got any favorite must see Maine places???
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Jul 07, 2010 9:42 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area
Replies: 17
Views: 4944

Help with sightseeing in the Boston to Bar Harbor area

My family and I are going to fly into Boston then rent a car and drive to Bar Harbor. Stay a couple of days then come back down towards Boston, Newport, Mystic. etc and explore then fly back to Virginia. Of course we won't be there the weekend of the newport wooden boat show....grrr!!! My family had...
by Ric in Richmond
Fri Jun 18, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Accessing the top of a stepped mast.
Replies: 21
Views: 6442

Re: Accessing the top of a stepped mast.

I was thinking about a ladder to get to spreader height...but just to inspect and put a coat of paint on top...

Alberg 35 shouldn't feel a thing and should be more stable than a bosun chair.

Bad idea??
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Jun 16, 2010 7:08 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.
Replies: 10
Views: 1750

Re: Need ideas for companionway drop boards.

I've been thinking of making a winter set out of AZEK just to save the original ones that much longer.
by Ric in Richmond
Mon Jun 14, 2010 7:02 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Epoxy Mixing Technique
Replies: 7
Views: 1046

Re: Epoxy Mixing Technique

You haven't lived until you've wondered if that smoking cup is actually going to burst into flames.......
by Ric in Richmond
Mon Jun 07, 2010 6:59 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Sillcocks, Saber 28 Restoration
Replies: 15
Views: 2004

Re: Sillcocks, Saber 28 Restoration

I have not deconstructed a Sabre (Sabre 28 sailboat?), but it seems that oftentimes when you do cut out some of these early/factory setups (especially if there is metal buried within), you end up thinking "Whew, how did that not sink the boat up till now." You may not find yours like that...
by Ric in Richmond
Sun Jun 06, 2010 9:52 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Spring Projects
Replies: 10
Views: 1799

Re: Spring Projects

You don't by any chance have the part number for that zinc do you? I couldn't find one last haul out so I am am zinc less. I do clip a massive zinc fish to the prop while stationary so I am not too worried about it. Only thing missing to make the AWABS more perfect is tips: http://clamp-aid.com/blac...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:04 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: More from the Snobbery Department
Replies: 5
Views: 1254

Re: More from the Snobbery Department

That's a boat designed to be manufactured easily with handling characteristics considered as an afterthought. It sorta looks like a boat but it isn't really. "It sure pops out of a mold nicely!" 100% agreed. I still like it since it is a no worries boat. Not worth what they charge for it ...
by Ric in Richmond
Wed Jun 02, 2010 10:55 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: More from the Snobbery Department
Replies: 5
Views: 1254

Re: More from the Snobbery Department

You could probably tow it on the road and not hurt it. Mine seems to be pretty tough. Not a favorite boat though...all the personality of a milk jug and an AWFUL sailboat. Board is too thin and stalls. Rudder has no feel. Sail it well and keep the foils working and it is fine. Stall them and you jus...
by Ric in Richmond
Mon May 31, 2010 7:55 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Jibsheet Blocks and other stuff
Replies: 5
Views: 815

Re: Jibsheet Blocks and other stuff

You can attach a snatch block to the rail. You want the jib sheet angle such that the leading edge all luffs at the same time, Move the block forward if the top luffs first, back if the bottom luffs first. The position may change with windspeed The outhaul. A bowline is fine. Typically it goes from ...
by Ric in Richmond
Thu May 27, 2010 9:54 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: If I didn't have a triton....
Replies: 6
Views: 986

Re: If I didn't have a triton....

How about these....go before ebay deletes!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/21-J-Boa ... 836wt_1167
by Ric in Richmond
Sun May 16, 2010 10:04 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Ugh - bottom paint problem
Replies: 11
Views: 1130

Re: Ugh - bottom paint problem

Saturday I took a gallon of paint by Home Depot and they said sure we will shake it for you. It was 8 am and the store was not busy. The can collapsed partly in the shaker and spit out at least a cup or two or three.... The employee was apologizing profusely. I felt bad they were going to have a mes...
by Ric in Richmond
Sun May 16, 2010 8:19 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Speakers
Replies: 4
Views: 652

Re: Speakers

Link to the blog entry on stereo speakers with pictures.

http://andiamoadventures.blogspot.com/2 ... akers.html
by Ric in Richmond
Fri May 14, 2010 11:00 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Speakers
Replies: 4
Views: 652

Re: Speakers

I mounted a set of bose out door speakers under a plank of AZEK that mounts to a bracket on the pushpit. Picture the azek like a cutting board or shelf across the pushpit. I have a slotted bracket attached to the pushpit and the shelf has two bolts that slip through the bracket and a set of wingnuts...
by Ric in Richmond
Fri May 07, 2010 9:49 pm
Forum: Sailing and Cruising
Topic: Where are you planning to cruise this Summer?
Replies: 4
Views: 2299

Re: Where are you planning to cruise this Summer?

Balmer (baltimore) isn't that far from St Mikes.

Annapolis, the Rhodes River, chester river, oxford....all good.

PM and lets talk about a weekend cruise or something since I am on the mobjack.