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michael_w
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Simultaneous monitoring of battery discharge and charge
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The shunts might not be man enough for engine starts. IRRC the Blue Sea ones are 100A
Today at 09:02
michael_w
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Simultaneous monitoring of battery discharge and charge
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Blue Seas digital ammeter. Simples. Those battery 'fuel guage' are pretty inaccurate. Just keep a mental note of amps flowing in and out.
Today at 07:48
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Extreme overheating problem -- Penta MD5A
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That looks full of crud. A mild acid ought to help.
Today at 07:45
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Cherbourg- Anyone been recently?
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2 years ago the PAF came to the captinerie at 09:00 and 18:00 either download and print their form. Having it on your phone was good too.
Yesterday at 14:18
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Well done to all concerned. This service is of great benefit to many yachties and is much appreciated.
Thursday at 19:31
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Here: East Coast Pilot - Downloads page | ECP
Thursday at 19:30
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Agree, but solar is very worthwhile, and works very effectively in the UK. Plus for a boat like that, semi flex panels are very light...
Thursday at 19:24
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JPK 39FC
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Wind generators are a complete waste of space and money IMHO.
Thursday at 15:41
michael_w
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IRC for cruisers
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Don't the XODs have a bit of history for 'adjustments' ? IRRC there was a discrepancy in measured waterline lengths a few years ago.
3 May 2024
michael_w
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Perkins woes
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Head gasket failed across an exhaust valve, would give the symptoms you describe, happened to me on my LR Disco 1.
2 May 2024
michael_w
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Cost of new sails for 24ft yacht
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Goachers have made very good sails for my Dehler 35 and my Flying Fifteen. Talk to Chris or Nathan.
1 May 2024
michael_w
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"Lightweight" dinghy for 2 adults - pico alternative
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Enterprise. Nimble and very agile, plenty of room inside and usually local racing if you want it. Plus there loads of them about...
30 Apr 2024
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JPK 39FC
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I'd go for the power winch. A non-tiring source of grunt can prove very useful. Sending people up the rig, hauling the boat alongside...
29 Apr 2024
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Best 3.5hp outboard?
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3.3 hp Tohatsu, Mariner, Mercury 2 stroke. I used to have one of those Honda POS. Best bit was selling it to an unsuspecting Frenchman.:)
25 Apr 2024
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What would typically be included with a used sailing yacht?
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The last boat I sold I retained the name and sail number. When I sell the current ride I'll do it again.
25 Apr 2024
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