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Forum: The Galley 02-02-2018, 09:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,542
Posted By Tom Bunker
Decades ago I had a battery killing refer that I...

Decades ago I had a battery killing refer that I only used with shore power. I used ice away from the dock.

I crewed on a boat three years ago where we spent a significant amount of time searching...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 09-18-2017, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,464
Posted By Tom Bunker
A couple questions--- You don't mention an...

A couple questions---

You don't mention an autopilot. How many hours can you hand steer? This is fresh in my mind, since my autopilot died half way between Guatemala and Utila and the time at the...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 09-18-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,464
Posted By Tom Bunker
I can't offer anything on the suitability of your...

I can't offer anything on the suitability of your boat, but I can offer a little information about Roatan and Utila. I have been to both and I recently took my 28 ft sailboat to Utila.

I have...
Forum: Power & Electronics 06-13-2017, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,234
Posted By Tom Bunker
C-map customer service???

I'm going to skip some of the details to keep this from becoming a long rant.

I'm in Guatemala and I bought a Raymarine chart plotter that was bundled with a C-MAP chip. The instruction said that...
Forum: Other Equipment 05-13-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,512
Posted By Tom Bunker
1It's in the water 2 months.

1It's in the water 2 months.
Forum: Other Equipment 05-12-2017, 11:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,512
Posted By Tom Bunker
Drip-less my A$$

I was out for a few day when I noticed my bilge pump was cycling. My shaft seal was leaking a lot, not just drips so I guess they can still claim that it doesn't drip.

Getting a 68 year old, 240...
Forum: The Poop Deck 03-05-2017, 12:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 25,029
Posted By Tom Bunker
I don't know if it's clever, but the most obvious...

I don't know if it's clever, but the most obvious name for my boat was DABOTE.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-21-2017, 12:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,563
Posted By Tom Bunker
I went with the hard paint. I used West Marine...

I went with the hard paint. I used West Marine Bottom Shield. Two gallons got me almost 4 coats.

I also got some useful advice on frozen sea cocks. Plug the outlet and fill with acetone and ATF...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 01-22-2017, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,563
Posted By Tom Bunker
Bottom Paint

I'm going to haul out soon and paint the bottom. This is the first boat I've owned in 20 years and paints have changed.

An experienced boat builder/marine surveyor I know says that the new...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-03-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,783
Posted By Tom Bunker
Thanks for your response. I don't have any Apple...

Thanks for your response. I don't have any Apple devices. My wife has an iPad that I don't like much. I did look at this as an option.

I'll probably stick with Windows. It's what I know best.
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-01-2016, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,783
Posted By Tom Bunker
Now I'm thinking about MaxSea Time Zero...

Now I'm thinking about MaxSea Time Zero navigator.

Anybody have experience with it?
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-30-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,277
Posted By Tom Bunker
I have the ability to tie a piece of surgical...

I have the ability to tie a piece of surgical tubing to a line. Design and construction of a wind vane takes a bit more effort. So, I would probably purchase one.
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-24-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,783
Posted By Tom Bunker
Still Confused About Electronic Navigation

I'm still confused on using a PC and electronic charts. I have OpenCPN and all of the US free charts and I understand it well.

I'm having a great deal of difficulty finding Central America and...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-19-2016, 02:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,277
Posted By Tom Bunker
Brent, Thanks for your reply. I have read a...

Brent,

Thanks for your reply. I have read a lot of sheet to tiller steering and watched a lot of YouTube videos. I think that I will mess around with it and see what I can do. I will also have an...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-16-2016, 03:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,277
Posted By Tom Bunker
I am making preparations to single hand. I owned...

I am making preparations to single hand. I owned a Tayana 37 in the past and have crewed on both a 30 ft Junk and a 47 ft cutter. I have sailed boats alone, but I think that single handing is...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-16-2016, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,723
Posted By Tom Bunker
I think I have a handle on this. I could...

I think I have a handle on this.

I could keep the Dutch registry, but I don't like the method. It would involve forming a UK corporation and then using a company that would provide it with an...
Forum: Cruising Crew Wanted 10-09-2016, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,780
Posted By Tom Bunker
There are a lot of interesting points posted on...

There are a lot of interesting points posted on that link. One that really hit home with me is that the skipper needs the crew more than you need him.

The legal issue aside, it's a bit cheeky to...
Forum: Cruising Crew Wanted 10-09-2016, 12:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,780
Posted By Tom Bunker
I have crewed twice. Both involved international...

I have crewed twice. Both involved international travel and I agreed to share expenses.

On the first one, I paid my own travel expenses to and from the vessel, I shared the cost of food, split...
Forum: Cruising Crew Wanted 10-08-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,780
Posted By Tom Bunker
$160 per week would be a fare. You would be a...

$160 per week would be a fare. You would be a paying passenger rather than a crew member. As such, the captain would be required to have to meet certain legal requirements and have obligations to...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-07-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,723
Posted By Tom Bunker
Changing Country of Registry

I am a US citizen and am currently negotiating the purchase of a sailboat registered in the Netherlands.

I found a site that says I can keep that flag of registry without being a EU citizen. I...
Forum: Cruising Crew Wanted 08-19-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,112
Posted By Tom Bunker
Playing and bringing a Ukulele may not be the...

Playing and bringing a Ukulele may not be the best reference.

People with perfect pitch can toss one down a well without hitting all the banjos.

No offense meant. I couldn't resist the setup...
Forum: The Tavern | Welcome Aboard 07-03-2016, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,263
Posted By Tom Bunker
This may be the best advice you ever get.

This may be the best advice you ever get.
Forum: Other Equipment 06-12-2016, 04:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,437
Posted By Tom Bunker
If you can add either experienced carpenter,...

If you can add either experienced carpenter, electrician, or mechanic to "handy with tools", all the better.

Put "WILL WORK FOR SAILING" in bold letters at the top.
Forum: Other Equipment 06-12-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,437
Posted By Tom Bunker
Take your first post, print it, and post it at...

Take your first post, print it, and post it at marinas and boatyards.
Forum: The Poop Deck 04-02-2016, 02:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,198
Posted By Tom Bunker
I'm in Guatemala and looking at a Cape Dory 28....

I'm in Guatemala and looking at a Cape Dory 28. It's been cruising and is well found.
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