Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Andrew Burton via CnC-List]

As always, avoid Borden Light Marine in Fall River. Worst yard I've
ever seen
Andy

Andrew Burton
26 Beacon Hill
Newport, RI
USA 02840
http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

phone  +401 965 5260


On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 12:05 PM Neil Gallagher via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> My info might be a bit old but when I bought my boat it had been in
> Somerset Marina for 3 yrs on the hard.  It was marginal for a 35' sailboat,
> could only launch at high tide, had to bring in an outside crane to hoist a
> mast more than 50'.  On the other hand it was a good place for DIY, they
> didn't care what you did on the boat.  The yard crew was good, the owner
> bit of a crank.  Use with caution, I guess.
>
> Neil Gallagher
> Weatherly, 35-1
> Glen Cove, NY
>
> On 9/17/2022 11:53 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote:
>
> No. I don't know anything about any of these yards except that they aren't
> owned by Safe Harbor.
> Andy
>
> Andrew Burton
> 26 Beacon Hill
> Newport, RI
> USA 02840
> http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/
>
> phone  +401 965 5260
>
>
> On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 11:49 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
>> Thanks Andy!   Taunton river sounds convenient for winter work!  Close to
>> the house!
>>
>> I was also considering somerset marina on the Taunton River.  Any
>> thoughts on that facility?
>>
>> On Sep 17, 2022 11:14 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List <
>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>>
>> Danny,
>> Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and Bristol Marine
>> up the Taunton River. I think everything else in Narragansett Bay is owned
>> by Safe Harbor.
>> Andy
>>
>> Andrew Burton
>> 26 Beacon Hill
>> Newport, RI
>> USA 02840
>> http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/
>>
>> phone  +401 965 5260
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 10:36 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List <
>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>>
>> Hello all,
>> Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter storage somewhere
>> around Buzzards Bay. Narragansett bay is an option too.
>>
>> The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can be a little
>> clumsy. They've damaged my boat several times in their handling and I've
>> done a massive amount of cosmetic work over the last couple of years that
>> I'd like to protect.
>>
>> I've also just completely rehabbed the mast. So, dropping it seems like a
>> waste of effort and cost right now. So, I'd like to find a mast up solution
>> if possible.
>>
>> Thanks for any insights anyone can offer!
>>
>> Danny
>> Rum Runner IV
>> T40
>> Mattapoisett MA
>>
>>
>>
>

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Neil Gallagher via CnC-List]

My info might be a bit old but when I bought my boat it had been in 
Somerset Marina for 3 yrs on the hard.  It was marginal for a 35' 
sailboat, could only launch at high tide, had to bring in an outside 
crane to hoist a mast more than 50'.  On the other hand it was a good 
place for DIY, they didn't care what you did on the boat.  The yard crew 
was good, the owner bit of a crank.  Use with caution, I guess.


Neil Gallagher
Weatherly, 35-1
Glen Cove, NY

On 9/17/2022 11:53 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote:
No. I don't know anything about any of these yards except that they 
aren't owned by Safe Harbor.

Andy

Andrew Burton
26 Beacon Hill
Newport, RI
USA 02840
http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

phone  +401 965 5260


On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 11:49 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List 
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:


Thanks Andy!   Taunton river sounds convenient for winter work! 
Close to the house!

I was also considering somerset marina on the Taunton River.  Any
thoughts on that facility?

On Sep 17, 2022 11:14 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:

Danny,
Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and
Bristol Marine up the Taunton River. I think everything else
in Narragansett Bay is owned by Safe Harbor.
Andy

Andrew Burton
26 Beacon Hill
Newport, RI
USA 02840
http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

phone  +401 965 5260


On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 10:36 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:

Hello all,
Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter
storage somewhere around Buzzards Bay. Narragansett bay is
an option too.

The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can
be a little clumsy. They've damaged my boat several times
in their handling and I've done a massive amount of
cosmetic work over the last couple of years that I'd like
to protect.

I've also just completely rehabbed the mast. So, dropping
it seems like a waste of effort and cost right now. So,
I'd like to find a mast up solution if possible.

Thanks for any insights anyone can offer!

Danny
Rum Runner IV
T40
Mattapoisett MA

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Andrew Burton via CnC-List]

No. I don't know anything about any of these yards except that they aren't
owned by Safe Harbor.
Andy

Andrew Burton
26 Beacon Hill
Newport, RI
USA 02840
http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

phone  +401 965 5260


On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 11:49 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Thanks Andy!   Taunton river sounds convenient for winter work!  Close to
> the house!
>
> I was also considering somerset marina on the Taunton River.  Any thoughts
> on that facility?
>
> On Sep 17, 2022 11:14 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
> Danny,
> Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and Bristol Marine
> up the Taunton River. I think everything else in Narragansett Bay is owned
> by Safe Harbor.
> Andy
>
> Andrew Burton
> 26 Beacon Hill
> Newport, RI
> USA 02840
> http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/
>
> phone  +401 965 5260
>
>
> On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 10:36 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
> Hello all,
> Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter storage somewhere
> around Buzzards Bay. Narragansett bay is an option too.
>
> The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can be a little
> clumsy. They've damaged my boat several times in their handling and I've
> done a massive amount of cosmetic work over the last couple of years that
> I'd like to protect.
>
> I've also just completely rehabbed the mast. So, dropping it seems like a
> waste of effort and cost right now. So, I'd like to find a mast up solution
> if possible.
>
> Thanks for any insights anyone can offer!
>
> Danny
> Rum Runner IV
> T40
> Mattapoisett MA
>
>
>

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Danny Haughey via CnC-List]

Thanks Andy!   Taunton river sounds convenient for winter work!  Close to the house!I was also considering somerset marina on the Taunton River.  Any thoughts on that facility? On Sep 17, 2022 11:14 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List  wrote:Danny, Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and Bristol Marine up the Taunton River. I think everything else in Narragansett Bay is owned by Safe Harbor.AndyAndrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RIUSA 02840http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/phone  +401 965 5260On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 10:36 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List  wrote:Hello all, Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter storage somewhere around Buzzards Bay.  Narragansett bay is an option too. The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can be a little clumsy.  They've damaged my boat several times in their handling and I've done a massive amount of cosmetic work over the last couple of years that I'd like to protect. I've also just completely rehabbed the mast.  So, dropping it seems like a waste of effort and cost right now.   So, I'd like to find a mast up solution if possible. Thanks for any insights anyone can offer! DannyRum Runner IVT40Mattapoisett MA

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Andrew Burton via CnC-List]

Danny,
Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and Bristol Marine up
the Taunton River. I think everything else in Narragansett Bay is owned by
Safe Harbor.
Andy

Andrew Burton
26 Beacon Hill
Newport, RI
USA 02840
http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

phone  +401 965 5260


On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 10:36 AM Danny Haughey via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Hello all,
> Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter storage somewhere
> around Buzzards Bay. Narragansett bay is an option too.
>
> The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can be a little
> clumsy. They've damaged my boat several times in their handling and I've
> done a massive amount of cosmetic work over the last couple of years that
> I'd like to protect.
>
> I've also just completely rehabbed the mast. So, dropping it seems like a
> waste of effort and cost right now. So, I'd like to find a mast up solution
> if possible.
>
> Thanks for any insights anyone can offer!
>
> Danny
> Rum Runner IV
> T40
> Mattapoisett MA
>

Stus-List Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

[Danny Haughey via CnC-List]

Hello all, Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for winter storage somewhere around Buzzards Bay.  Narragansett bay is an option too. The yard I was using needs to drop the mast and they can be a little clumsy.  They've damaged my boat several times in their handling and I've done a massive amount of cosmetic work over the last couple of years that I'd like to protect. I've also just completely rehabbed the mast.  So, dropping it seems like a waste of effort and cost right now.   So, I'd like to find a mast up solution if possible. Thanks for any insights anyone can offer! DannyRum Runner IVT40Mattapoisett MA

Stus-List Re: Marinco Nicro Day/Night Solar Vent motor replacement

[Dave S via CnC-List]

Under the right conditions the genoa sheet would launch it like a clay
pigeon from a catapult.. (lol)
For posterity and for anyone evaluating this at the moment, I share a blog
entry written at the time.
https://cncwindstar.blogspot.com/2019/07/33-2-ventilation-strategies.html

Dave, 33-2 Windstar




On Fri, 16 Sept 2022 at 22:54, Matthew via CnC-List 
wrote:

> Agreed.  Another annoying aspect of the new model is the space between the
> unit and mounting surface for a genny sheet to catch on.  If they get any
> taller I’ll need to put police tape around them.  Maybe they didn’t know
> the vents would be used on sailboats.
>
>
>
> *From:* Dave S via CnC-List 
> *Sent:* Friday, September 16, 2022 7:02 PM
> *To:* Stus-List 
> *Cc:* Dave S 
> *Subject:* Stus-List Re: Marinco Nicro Day/Night Solar Vent motor
> replacement
>
>
>
> Mine is a newer gen 3” model.  5 years old maybe, and I’d not buy another.
>
>
>
>
>   I’ve tried my best to upgrade/repair/modify WINDSTAR in ways that are
> top notch, robust and reliable, and this product definitely isn’t.   It
> still works but the slide-switch is intermittent - the cheapest junk
> available, so the unit can’t be relied on to work as intended.  I’m quite
> able to repair or modify it to improve this, but life is short.   When It
> fails outright I’ll give it away and replace with an offshore-quality
> passive vent.  (4”)
>
> YMMV….
>
> Dave.  33-2
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>
>
> On Sep 16, 2022, at 6:31 PM, Robert Abbott via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
>  My Nicro Solar Vent on the front hatch came with the boat when I bought
> it 16 years ago (2006)it still works fine...no idea actually how old it
> is...I replaced the rechargeable battery maybe 6 years agoit doesn't
> look as pretty as yours...mine has a white plastic frame.   Sooner or later
> the sun will deteriorate the frame but I will wait until that happens .
>
> Rob Abbott
> AZURA
> C 32 - #277
> Halifax, N.S.
>
> On 2022-09-16 5:16 p.m., Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote:
>
> I wish somebody would make a bombproof solar day/night vent.  I get about
> 4-6 years out of the Nicro day/night vents.  At $180 a pop that can add up.
>
>
>
> However, I don't replace them anymore.  If replacing the battery doesn't
> work, it's usually the motor.  I keep a spare with a replacement motor.
> When one fails, I just swap the vents and replace the motor in the dead one
> to keep as the spare.
>
>
>
> Anyway, the motor is under $10.  I just bought a two pack of them on
> Amazon for $9.  Search for RF-500TB DC hobby motor.  The voltage may vary
> from 3-10 VDC.  The listed RPM can run up to 6000 but with the blade on,
> it's much less.  Its approximate dimensions are 32 mm (1.2 in) diameter x
> 19-20 mm (0.76 in) tall.
>
>
>
> If you're handy with a soldering iron/gun, it's about a 20-30 minute job
> to replace the motor.  The trick is to pull the entire assembly out of the
> housing.  Makes soldering a lot easier. Here's a step by step procedure.
>
>1. Remove the three mounting screws and save the o-rings (Important!)
>2. Remove the rubber cover on the switch and then the switch retaining
>ring
>3. Remove the fan blade
>4. Remove the solar panel assembly.  There are pry slots opposite each
>other on the periphery
>5. Remove the tiny screw beside the switch that holds in the motor
>assembly
>6. Note the color of wires to the battery contacts.It would be
>smart to mark white and black on the housing by the +/- marks
>7. Using needle nose pliers, pull up and remove the battery contacts.
>8. Remove the battery contact/switch/motor assembly
>9. Note the wiring and maybe draw a diagram for reference
>10. Unsolder the motor wires and solder in the new motor
>11. Put a couple wraps of duct tape around the body of the motor to
>keep it firmly in place.  The motor is a bit small.
>12. Reassemble in reverse order
>
> For reference, it's the Marinco Nicro model like this:
>
>
>
>
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f-koKUykESjorhZhwg6sZ2GS0MNYqUu5/view?usp=sharing
>
> --
>
> Dennis C.
>
> Touche' 35-1 #83
>
> Mandeville, LA
>
>
>
>