Re: Stus-List Fwd: Transmission problem??

2020-08-25 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
What kind of engine and transmission?That will be important for us to help you with the diagnosis. Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If

Re: Stus-List Unidentified clunk when motoring - 1995 C 37/40+

2020-07-29 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
That actually seems to make sense,  as we moved some of the exhaust hose around as part of dealing with a cracked hose issue and I might have it too close to the underside of the transom.Worth looking into!Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. ___ Thanks

Re: Stus-List Source for Water Tank for C 32?

2020-07-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Kracor however will no longer sell to individuals  There is a place in Ft. Lauderdale where you can order the caps and such, but I'm not sure if you can order tanks through them.Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device null___ Thanks everyone for

Re: Stus-List Source for Water Tank for C 32?

2020-07-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Welding the tank is really quite easy, presuming the material is white, semi - translucent plastic, meaning that it is made of Low Density Polyethelene (LDPE).  I tried the heat-blowing plastic welding kit from Harbor Freight, and in retrospect would use the one without the fan which looks more

Re: Stus-List 37/40 forward sink drain valve

2020-07-09 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Interesting solution i had not considered!  I'll look to see if the fiberglass under the cabinet is solid.Thanks!Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly

Re: Stus-List Cutless/cutlass/strut bearing replacement

2020-07-09 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Josh, I was just checking our driveshaft numbers yesterday as I will be coming out of the watwe at the end of the month and I want to replace the cutlass bearing then.  Our shift measures 1 1/4" as well according to the survey, an old worn out folding prop in my garage and a measurement I

Re: Stus-List Refinishing cabin floor

2020-07-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
C 37+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B Venice Yacht Club | Venice Island, FL   Starship Enterprise's Captain's Log       On Jul 8, 2020, at 2:02 PM, bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote:   I was thinking the same thing, Edd.  Where did you get your sample?       Sent from

Re: Stus-List Refinishing cabin floor

2020-07-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I was thinking the same thing, Edd.  Where did you get your sample?Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the

Re: Stus-List Marina/Dock/Pier potable water warning

2020-07-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
With ours, we use the hose to wash the boat and do other tasks before filling the water tanks.  Even then, we attach an RV filter before filling.  We also have another filter in our water system.Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for

Re: Stus-List Re-power and prop for 1981 C Landfall 38

2020-06-30 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I've had an Atomic 4 for 20 years and a Yanmar 3JH2E in a different boat for 4.  The Atomic 4 is definitely quieter, and as long as you take care of it (which is easy since you are on fresh water), I'd keep the A-4.  That's presuming you've gone to the electronic ignition and done basic

Re: Stus-List Air Conditioning Question

2020-06-27 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd, I still want to get down and see Enterprise soon!We leave ours in dehumidify mode.Aftermarket dehumidifiers that would drain into the sink would likely be more efficient, but take a lot of space.Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump question

2020-06-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
suggested.  It gets the best of both worlds.  You absolutely make valid points about the weaknesses of centrifugal pumps.Josh On Tue, Jun 23, 2020, 22:53 bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote:I hate disagreeing with Josh or Edd as I respect you guys so much.  But my opinion is that if you need volume

Re: Stus-List 37+ Cruise Speed

2020-06-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
What is your pitch and diameter on your FlexoFold, what can you get at 2800 RPM, and what is the shaft size?  I am likely going down that road in the next few week, and if you have the 37+, want to make sure I have real life examples.ThanksBruce Whitmore Sent from Samsung tablet.

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump question

2020-06-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I hate disagreeing with Josh or Edd as I respect you guys so much.  But my opinion is that if you need volume pumping, something is dramatically wrong.  If you're not on the boat, it will sink anyway.  If you're on the boat, it may give you more time to find the leak, but my centrifugal pumps

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump question

2020-06-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I went with a Whale Gulper for both bilge pumps with rule floating switches.    I tried the water Witch and twice had it running way after shut down should have occurred.  I don't trust them to turn off appropriately.Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: Matt Wolford

Re: Stus-List Update regard the jetski v. 37/40 accident

2020-06-19 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
That's exactly what happened.  Took his thumb off the throttle and lost steering.Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Charlie Nelson via CnC-List Date: 6/19/20 5:57 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: cenel...@aol.com Subject: Re: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Argh!!! Jetski rear-ended us! Help?

2020-06-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
m.   Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35  MK I www.dellabarba.com         From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of bwhitmore via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 11:02 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: bwhitmore Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: Stus-List Argh!!! Jetski rear-ended us

Re: Stus-List Argh!!! Jetski rear-ended us! Help?

2020-06-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Yes, we will be getting reports from the Pinellas County Sheriff, the Treasure Island marine police, and even the bridge tender has agreed to provide a witness statement.  We also have photos of the jetski riders.  Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: "Dennis C. via

Re: Stus-List Argh!!! Jetski rear-ended us! Help?

2020-06-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
and that they are full of sh*t.I hope no one was hurt.JoelOn Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 10:33 AM bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote:Hello all,We were going into John's Pass in Florida and got rear-ended by a jetski.  Looks like about $20,000 in damage.  The jetski rental company is saying we have to deal

Stus-List Argh!!! Jetski rear-ended us! Help?

2020-06-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,We were going into John's Pass in Florida and got rear-ended by a jetski.  Looks like about $20,000 in damage.  The jetski rental company is saying we have to deal with the renter, because they signed a release of liability.Of course, I'm not a party to that agreement, and I believe

Re: Stus-List Roll-Up Inflatable Dinghies and Motors

2020-06-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
ing to be said about the oil in 2 stroke fuel helping to prevent evaporation and the formation of deposits.  Who knows.Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+Solomons, MDOn Sat, Jun 13, 2020, 10:16 bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote:I don't agree,  at least here in the U.S. that premium gas

Re: Stus-List Roll-Up Inflatable Dinghies and Motors

2020-06-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I don't agree,  at least here in the U.S. that premium gas doesn't have ethanol in it.  There are,  however,  gas stations that have a pump reserved for non-ethanol gas. Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list

Re: Stus-List Shaft coupler removal

2020-06-05 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
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Re: Stus-List Diesel Filter

2020-06-05 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Interesting and informative story, Rick.  Thanks for sharing.Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use

Re: Stus-List Yanmar Coolant

2020-06-02 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Please bear with me, I have a lot of information but I will have to wait until tomorrow.More to come,   Bruce Whitmore Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is

Re: Stus-List Outboard motor for dinghy

2020-05-31 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
We have a torqeedo and a Mecury 6 hp 4 stroke, both from the prior owner of our boat, so I've compared them side-by-side.  The 6 hp can get our 10 ft. PortaBote up on plane 13 kts., and with a separate tank has a really, really long run time.  Downside?  Small gasoline engines require fresh

Re: Stus-List Grounding

2020-05-30 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,Josh, or Edd, this might be a perfect question for you folks.  Where is the star ground and the shunt located on our C 37/40+ boats?  This is a perfect discussion, as I was having grounding issues of my own and the shunt and star ground cannot be found behind the circuit breaker

Re: Stus-List Diesel Filter

2020-05-25 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
z https://www.ebay.com/itm/LIQUID-FILLED-VACUUM-GAUGE-30-0-PSI-2-5-FACE-1-4-NPT-LOWER-MOUNT-WOG/192746480989?hash=item2ce095e55d:g:RiQAAOSwqoxcBW9S Joe Coquina C 35 MK I On 5/24/2020 3:39 PM, bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote: Time and again

Re: Stus-List Diesel Filter

2020-05-24 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Time and again I have read that Yanmar does not recommend a 2/3 micron primary filter.  I therefore use a 10 micron, and use Biobar, as well as some Seafoam.   I have some old crud in my tank, but where I can see it through the hole for the sender, the bits I can see are pretty well stuck to

Re: Stus-List Butyl tape

2020-05-22 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I will back what Dave Goodwin and others have said, and make two more observations.  1)  Go with Bed-It Buytl Tape, as it seems to have the same properties as the original C material, and I find it goes on much quicker than stuff in a tube.  Not only that, it doesn't dry out, so that roll will

Re: Stus-List Shaft coupling removal

2020-05-20 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
There's not enough room to use a puller in most boats.  I can't even visualize how that would work in the boats I've had.Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: John Christopher via CnC-List Date: 5/19/20 9:03 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Len Mitchell Cc: John

Re: Stus-List Shaft coupling removal

2020-05-20 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
That is exactly the process I used on our 27 MKIII to pull the prop shaft and replace the cutlass bearing.  Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: Len Mitchell via CnC-List Date: 5/19/20 8:26 PM (GMT-05:00) To: CNC List Cc: Len Mitchell , phygi...@gmail.com

Stus-List Carbon Monoxide detectors (reviving from a few days ago)

2020-05-17 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,I had put a household, battery powered CO detector on our C/40+ a week or two ago, and got on the boat yesterday only to hear it going off.  Everything was turned off, so I'm reasonably certain we didn't have CO building up.   We do, however, have solar panels, and I'm sure they were

Re: Stus-List Fuel Transfer Pump

2020-05-17 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Just used mine yesterday.  It's remarkable how quickly it empties a 5 gallon jerry can all the way to the bottom!I wouldn't do it any other way now.Cheap, too.BruceSent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: Josh Muckley via CnC-List Date: 5/16/20 10:56 PM (GMT-05:00)

Re: Stus-List Best Shower Boat

2020-05-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all, another vote for the 37/40+.  The shower and the centerline stern berth.  I can post photos later if desired.Bruce Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Edd Schillay via CnC-List Date: 5/15/20 6:38 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc:

Re: Stus-List Main sheet Traveler Location

2020-05-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Wow Rob, That gave me goosebumps.Thank you for not doing that to our C!Bruce Whitmore1994 C 37/40+ "Astralis"Madeira Beach, FLSent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Rob Ball via CnC-List Date: 5/13/20 10:39 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc:

Re: Stus-List Loss of coolant

2020-05-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
As for it going into the exhaust, there are two ways.  One is through the head gasket, which should result in steam coming out of the exhaust, and the other would be through pinhole leaks in the heat exchanger, which with some diesels is a relatively common occurrence.  But yes, check the

Re: Stus-List Keel movement in C 24

2020-04-24 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Josh,I highly respect your opinion, but on this one I have to differ.  Rob Ball, the designer of many of our boats, dispelled this a number of months back.  If you think about it, the actual amount of weight held by each bolt is actually quite small in comparison to the compression forces

Re: Stus-List Instrument Cabling / Edson Pedestal Guard

2020-04-22 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd , I did a similar thing as Josh with an existing Navpod and a Garmin unit.  I don't have photos at the moment but would be happy to chat about how we did it.Bruce Whitmore 1994 C 37/40+ "Astralis "847.404.5092Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: Edd Schillay

Re: Stus-List Linear Auto Pilot install

2020-04-21 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Gary,I have to disagree with you on the comment regarding the hydraulic drive.  I have an Octopus unit, and when it is disengaged, I can feel the water flowing over the rudder from my prop when under power - it is that sensitive.  For such a large boat, the steering is remarkably

Re: Stus-List Linear Auto Pilot install

2020-04-21 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I, like Bryan, went with the Raymarine EV200, and connected it to an existing Octopus hydraulic ram.  It works quite well.  I do, however have a complaint about the remote.  It just won't stay charged even when left in the off position for a week or two.  I've already sent it back to Raymarine

Re: Stus-List Pedestal gear shift handle

2020-04-09 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
That is way too much pressure, and a cable will probably solve the problem.  One way to tell for sure is to go down into the bilge and move the lever by hand.  It really isn't that hard, and in fact, when I had an issue with the part at the wheel that broke, I got down into the starboard locker

Re: Stus-List Fuel Pickup on 37+/40

2020-03-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Interesting thought, Gary.  I never thought of that, and it makes perfect sense.Thanks for the insightful idea.Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: Gary Russell via CnC-List Date: 3/23/20 4:04 PM (GMT-05:00) To: C List Cc: Gary Russell Subject: Re:

Re: Stus-List Float switch fail tale (formerly stuffing box leak rates)

2020-03-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
As for the Water Witch, I had a similar experience (only in the opposite way),  The switch would get contaminated and would stay ON, generally a much more problematic issue.I went back to the Rule flapper float switches.  Not a perfect solution, I will agree.As for having a manual switch, I

Re: Stus-List Stuffing box leak rates

2020-03-14 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Pierre,I was interested in your comment and went to verify it, and found a huge disparity in results,  everything from the 1.14 you mention to as much as 8 gallons per day, and some of those coming from seemingly reputable websites.  Comments anyone?Sent from Samsung tablet. Original

Re: Stus-List Dumb question of the day - life rings, horseshoe or

2020-03-04 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I've never seen such a hood/sea anchor arrangement.  All the ones I have encountered have been styrofoam with a yellow or white cover.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your

Re: Stus-List Dumb question of the day - life rings, horseshoe or

2020-03-04 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Interesting that through this discussion, few have noted any strong evidence or reason for going with a horseshoe or ring vs. A vastly cheaper throwable cushion that can serve multiple purposes.Other than apparent Canadian regulations,  and I have no intention of sailing from Tampa to Canada

Re: Stus-List 34+ Idler Pulleys and Cabin Top Compression

2020-02-25 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
While I agree with,  and respect Josh, having done the steering work on our 37/40+ with similar but not as bad a problem, plan on a minimum of 3 days work to pull & replace the idler plate.  Given your comments about the condition, you need to plan on a bunch of other issues you can't see as of

Stus-List 37/40+ Propane sensor location?

2020-02-17 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,So I'm going to mount a propane alarm, and would like to get your collective wisdom on where the sensor should be located.  I know it should be low, and the two sources of propane would be at the connections in the propane locker, which should go down the drain overboard.  The second

Re: Stus-List C 37+ -- Head Vented Loop?

2020-02-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
In the U.S, at least, boats can have a y valve that discharges overboard in the Great Lakes, but the must be shut off and locked off either using a lock or zip tie.  I know this because in Chicago we used to have to have annual inspections (which in our old 27MKIII showed we had no Y valve at

Re: Stus-List C 37+ -- Head Vented Loop?

2020-02-14 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
The loop leads to the seacock out of the hull, not the tank.Just FYI,Bruce Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Chuck Saur via CnC-List Date: 2/14/20 5:17 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Chuck Saur Subject: Stus-List C 37+ --

Re: Stus-List C 37+ -- Head Vented Loop?

2020-02-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd,Yes, ours has a vented loop and in ours, we can get to it through one of the medicine cabinets behind the sink.  I think it is the middle one.  In there is a small inspection port, and behind that is the loop.I can take a photo over the weekend if desired.Bruce Whitmore Sent from my

Re: Stus-List Interior teak water stains

2020-02-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
My 94 37/40+ did not seem to be oiled, but rather sealed with lacquer.  Using lacquer thinner and alcohol is enough to soften it/ use it as a remover.  Following the with a furniture scraper or equipment was good enough to allow my to redcoat with lacquer.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy

Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] New thought re: anchor light?

2020-02-05 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Great idea, and very attractive!The only question is, my cove stripe is red.  So does that mean I'd have to make it green on the port side?  :)Bruce 1994 C/40"Astralis"Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with

Re: Stus-List New thought re: anchor light?

2020-02-05 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Agreed.  Whether it be replacing incandescent bulbs with LEDs in the taillights of your car or the navigation lights on your boat, you need to put a red bulb behind a red lens, a green bulb behind a green lens, and a yellow bulb behind yellow turn signal lenses.Lenses filter all colors except

Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] New thought re: anchor light?

2020-02-04 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Rick, I love the idea of the SOLAS tape!Thanks everyone for a lot of great insights and ideas.  I'm going to mull it around for q bit before making a final decision.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone null___ Thanks everyone for supporting

Re: Stus-List Wanted - Used Practice Spinnaker

2020-01-31 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Captain's Log On Jan 30, 2020, at 7:02 PM, bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote:Sorry, I don't have specs in front of me, but I have a symmetrical I would be willing to part with from a 37/40+.  It has a sock as wellBruce Whitmore Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original

Re: Stus-List Wanted - Used Practice Spinnaker

2020-01-30 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Sorry, I don't have specs in front of me, but I have a symmetrical I would be willing to part with from a 37/40+.  It has a sock as wellBruce Whitmore Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Rod Stright via CnC-List Date: 1/30/20 4:33 PM

Re: Stus-List Holding tanks

2020-01-28 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
There is a firm out of Ft. Lauderdale they distribute through.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: John and Maryann Read via CnC-List Date: 1/28/20 7:20 AM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: John and Maryann Read Subject: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Head Tank Replacement.

2020-01-24 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Kracor will no longer sell to individuals.  Not even the caps for the tanks.  I had to get them through the firm in Ft. Lauderdale.Sent from Samsung tablet. Original message From: ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List Date: 1/24/20 11:46 AM (GMT-05:00) To: C Cc: ALAN BERGEN Subject:

Re: Stus-List Fuel guage issue

2020-01-15 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I replaced ours with one from West Marine due to being an a bit of a rush to get it fixed.  I could have ordered a similar one online for less.  Pretty cheap and it measures fine despite cautions online about having to match sender impedance.They really are pretty standard units.Bruce

Re: Stus-List Spreader Bracket

2020-01-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Let me go one further - No matter the knots you tie here and there, nothing will protect the boat from damaged caused by a flogging jib like tying around the jib itself, especially through the clue with a sail tie.  Furling lines can chafe.  They can break.  The only way to ensure the jib from

Stus-List Anchor chain hook on bow?

2020-01-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,I was reading through one of the sailing magazines, and there was commentary about the value of a windlass or "at least an anchor chain hook" you can use to take a break when hoisting anchor.  While I don't feel the need for a windlass yet, I have had situations when raising the

Re: Stus-List Re core my deck

2020-01-02 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I had very good results with Clear Penetrating Epoxy Sealer (CPES) about 18 years ago.   I no longer own the boat but sailed it twice over the summer.    The 12 × 18 areas of rot are still solid.  It won't help if the core has rotted away entirely,  but if you test it and there is still balsa

Re: Stus-List Fitting transmission with different gear ratio

2020-01-01 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
You may want to check with Al Holzer of Schooner Bay Marine in Bayfield Wisconsin.  He sent me an overhauled KBW 10 for $1,500 (IIRC) plus shipping.    A direct exchange.  There was a bump in the road, but Al took care of it like a gentleman.I would highly recommend his services.  However,  he

Re: Stus-List C 2020 Gulf-Coast Rendezvous (?)

2019-12-27 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd,Sorry for the delayed response.  Either dates are OK with me, and I would hope to bring Astralis to the party.  However, March will be warmer, though it may begin to conflict with Spring Break, and hotels may be more expensive.Food for thought,Bruce WhitmoreSent from Samsung tablet.

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump switches

2019-12-16 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
That is why I use heat shrink crimp connectors, coat the wire with tef gel before crimping, shrink the tubing and follow with coating the connector with liquid electrical tape.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Joel Aronson via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Bilge cycle counter

2019-12-13 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Actually, I would like to know as well, and would install a cheap version,  but I've not found on, but have not looked very hard. Why?  Because I want to know how much my boat leaks and if a trend is happening I don't know about. Am I getting a lot of water in the bilge when it rains?  When the

Re: Stus-List Force 10 battery holder.

2019-12-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
We use the stovetop burners on average a couple times a month,  as when we can we stay Saturday nights on the boat and have a breakfast routine on Sunday mornings.  Mysti the sailing kitty usually spends the night with us as well.   Its turning into a nice getaway weekend...Sent from my Verizon,

Re: Stus-List Force 10 Stove Parts?

2019-12-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Ours was as well, and it was under one corner (I thought the left instead of the right), but it was really easy to replace with a battery holder with a wire running out of each end.  I re-wired that new holder in the circuit and mounted it, and the sparker has now run perfectly for about 3

Re: Stus-List C+ starboard tack / head

2019-12-01 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Len,My experience does not agree with yours, with the idea that both the anti-siphon valve and head check valve have to be malfunctioning to fill the bowl with clear water.  Ours filled with clear (sea) water until we replaced the head check valve, and we have no indication of a problem with

Re: Stus-List C 37+ / Starboard Tack / Head

2019-11-30 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd, Ours used to do that until I replaced the Jabsco head pump.  There is a diaphragm that, when the lever is in the pump out (right) position stops backflow into the head.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Edd Schillay via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Great Lakes water levels...for C

2019-11-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
The high water levels in the Great Lakes are being caused by intense low temperatures which freeze the surface and stop evaporation.  It is the same function as pool covers here in Florida.  Interestingly,  evaporation on the lakes is highest when the humidity is low. So if you folks get

Re: Stus-List delrin washer

2019-11-20 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
McMaster Carr and use hole saws on a sheet?Just an idea...Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Dave Godwin via CnC-List Date: 11/20/19 9:18 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Dave Godwin Subject: Re: Stus-List delrin washer Was

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Fwd: Cabin Sole resurfacing

2019-11-10 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Mike and group,  If anyone has good photos of the installed Lonseal PlasTeak product,  I'd like to see them.As much as I am a traditionalist, ease of repair my win out.I'd really like to know if you can notice a distinct difference between this and real teak.Thanks!Bruce Sent from Samsung

Re: Stus-List Cabin Sole resurfacing

2019-11-09 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I'm looking at replacing ours as well, though probably sometime next year.  What is the preferred method of sealing and varnishing the wood?  What varnish did you use?  Did you seal the underside with epoxy?  If so, what kind?Bruce Whitmore 1994 C 37/40+"Astralis"Sent from Samsung tablet.

Re: Stus-List Stu

2019-11-05 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I would certainly welcome a C Florida Rendevous!  I am in Madeira Beach, on the Gulf side of the Tampa area, so I would be in favor of the West Coast.I think a speaker talking about cruising the Sun (West) Coast of Florida would be particularly insightful, as many of the passes are too shallow,

Re: Stus-List Another Fuel Mystery

2019-10-30 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Agreed as to probable coil, especially if it cut out immediately with no sputter whatsoever.  Fuel issues on A-4s will almost always cause a slower die with a cough or two.  For me, the coil never failed once I replaced the points and condenser with electronic ignition.  The electronic ignition

Re: Stus-List Mount for tablet at helm

2019-10-25 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Agreed, they make a number of options depending on how much movement you want.  Quality is really pretty good. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every

Re: Stus-List Transmission replacement, Kanzaki KBW 10

2019-10-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Actually,  there is a technical service bulletin I can find and reference that states Yanmar only recommends that transmissions be left in neutral and if people want to stop prop spin the should implement some form of brake.  Yanmar says this is for all applications, which I find odd.  Al

Re: Stus-List Engine cut out in rough seas

2019-10-19 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I just bought vacuum gauges through Amazon, they are liquid-filled (to reduce shake from vibration) and are 0- 30 hg.  Watch when you're buying them though, as many are vacuum and pressure gauges combined, and some are pressure only, and they all show up with you are looking for vacuum gauges. 

Re: Stus-List Raymarine to octopus drive upgrade

2019-10-04 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
With our hydraulic ram and the ACU 100, the ram could, under severe weather, draw more power than recommended for the ACU 100, but in emailing back & forth with Fred Street, it came down to the idea that rarely, if ever would most people come across such circumstances, especially if they are

Re: Stus-List 37+ lights and head

2019-10-03 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
As to the faucet with shower head attachment, take a look at RV versions.  There are plenty available out there.  A friend of mind had a broken connection at the shower head hose attachment to the back of the faucett, and bought a RV replacement for about $25.  Turns out it was made by the same

Re: Stus-List Engine compartment bilge pump and blower

2019-09-27 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Interestingly,  I had a bilge pump issue and thought it was the pump and then the switch and finally found the wires had corroded and  broken at a set of butt connectors hidden as the wires exited the bilge to run up to the switch panel.Food for thought, Bruce Whitmore 1994 C 37/40+ 

Re: Stus-List Folding & Feathering Prop Recommendations

2019-09-25 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Thankfully, I have not gotten tangled in a crab pot line as of yet.  I was just thinking that if the blades are folded, there would be a greater probability of the line sliding off the prop shaft rather than getting caught around a blade like "might" happen with a J Prop.  That said, it would

Re: Stus-List Solar panels - now charger/inverters

2019-09-24 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Joe,  just out of curiosity, is the big inverter pure sine wave, or both or neither?Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" Date: 9/24/19 7:51 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Della Barba, Joe"

Re: Stus-List The Low drag Prop saga is over!

2019-09-23 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
In each of the cases noted about Flex o Fold, are we talking about the 3 blade or two blade models?  The recommend a 3 blade for my 37/40 with a Yanmar 3JH2E.Looking forward to your thoughts,Bruce Whitmore Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks

Re: Stus-List Air Conditioning Installation Questions -- Raw Water Supply

2019-09-19 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Ours is under the stairs as well,  with vents forward to the galley area and aft to the stern berth.  It works well, but feels a little undersized.  We use the stern berth all the time, and only occasionally have guests in the V.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original

Re: Stus-List Air Conditioning Installation Questions -- Raw Water Supply

2019-09-19 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hi Edd, I've been off this list for a while, and couldn't get back on, but now I seem to be getting the posts regularly  I am happy to take some more photos and send them to you.  Our raw water pulls from a separate dedicated seacock in the aft of the engine compartment.  You could more easily

Re: Stus-List 1985 Color Question

2019-09-18 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
For some easy touch up I found that the Behr paint color called White Batten is a good match for "smoke gray" which is the gel coat color most often used when making C, and if it is a match for you, would serve a a good color chip for ultimately getting your paint mixed.Hoping this

Re: Stus-List Water Tank Woes [again] - Welding Question

2019-09-08 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
I 100% with Paul's comments below.  By the way, it will likely take more plastic welding rods than you think.  In a pinch I cut up some Tupperware type lids that were labeled LDPE and they sufficed when I ran short.  That said, not all LDPE is the same, and HDPE will definitely NOT work

Re: Stus-List Never gets old

2019-06-26 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Edd, I'm looking forward to seeing her in person!Bruce Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Edd Schillay via CnC-List Date: 6/26/19 3:38 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Edd Schillay Subject: Re: Stus-List Never gets old

Re: Stus-List Advice needed on Wheel nut and high water alarm

2019-06-17 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Why not try finding a large stainless steel lock washer?  If nothing else, order one through McMaster Carr.Sent from Samsung tablet. null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated.

Re: Stus-List Spreader boots.

2019-06-11 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Ok, being the frugal *ahem* I am, I can think of  a number of solutions including cutting your own leather, cutting thick but flexible highly UV resistant plastic or even cutting and taping the highly abrasion resistant white ribbed hose like West Marine sells for through hulls and waste hose. 

Re: Stus-List Galvanic Isolators

2019-06-02 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
By the way, I checked today and there is no galvanic isolator on Astralis.  Which one did you folks choose to install? Thanks for your insights, Bruce Sent from Samsung tablet.___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions.

Re: Stus-List Oft overlooked source of head odor

2019-05-28 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Ok, makes sense.Bruce Whitmore  null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution --

Re: Stus-List Oft overlooked source of head odor

2019-05-27 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
n the hose. Sent from my iPhone On May 26, 2019, at 9:02 AM, bwhitmore via CnC-List wrote: One thing I read from Peggy Hall the Head Mistress is that pouring antifreeze in to th head and pumping it out is insufficient to winterize the head because no water is drawn in through the i

Re: Stus-List Oft overlooked source of head odor

2019-05-26 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
One thing I read from Peggy Hall the Head Mistress is that pouring antifreeze in to th head and pumping it out is insufficient to winterize the head because no water is drawn in through the intake hose.  This makes sense to me,  but i think it may depend on the design of the particular

Stus-List Cored hull and transducer, 1994 C/40+

2019-05-18 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Hello all,I bought a Garmin Echomap Plus 94SV and transducer that is on sale at West Marine.  This comes with a good transducer that will map out the bottom, act as a fish finder, etc.    On most boats, the transducer can be mounted in the bilge and will fire through the fiberglass

Re: Stus-List Purging air from Attwood EHM6-SM Water Heater

2019-05-16 Thread bwhitmore via CnC-List
Ken, that makes total sense into me.  Now if I can find the coolant hoses! I'm really surprised I can't find good installation instructions!Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Ken Heaton via CnC-List Date: 5/16/19 6:37 PM (GMT-05:00) To:

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