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Forum: Engines | Propulsion | Generators 11-18-2008, 02:36 PM
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Posted By mike37909
Thanks all! Mike

Thanks all!

Mike
Forum: Engines | Propulsion | Generators 11-17-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,285
Posted By mike37909
I have the opportunity to acquire a boat with a...

I have the opportunity to acquire a boat with a yanmar 15 2QM15 built between 77 and 80. This motor hasnt been run in two years. What would be the best way to check it out and see if will run? I...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-09-2008, 02:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,755
Posted By mike37909
Thanks again for all of your input. I realize it...

Thanks again for all of your input. I realize it takes considerable time and effort to write lengthy posts to people you don't even know. The great thing is we are all united by our passion for...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 10-01-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,755
Posted By mike37909
Thanks to all who have taken the time to help me....

Thanks to all who have taken the time to help me. I am getting a better and better idea of my requirements! I will be looking for binoculars with the compass feature. The solar shower will be part...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 09-19-2008, 05:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,755
Posted By mike37909
You guys are awesome! Better responses than I...

You guys are awesome! Better responses than I hoped for. I have a garmin handheld map gps, and a vhf with mast mount antenna. I have been looking at the honda generators. Thanks!
Forum: General Cruising Forum 09-19-2008, 01:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,755
Posted By mike37909
Thank you for your response! I already have a...

Thank you for your response! I already have a hand crank for the keel, but never tried it. I was under the impression that shallow draft was the way to go in the bahamas. Why do you multiply the...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 09-18-2008, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,755
Posted By mike37909
Cruisers, I would really like some advice. ...

Cruisers,

I would really like some advice. I am almost done restoring my Mega30. It is a light racer but has a large cabin. I am wanting to go to the abacos with my family. I have a wife and a...
Forum: The Poop Deck 01-17-2008, 05:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,270
Posted By mike37909
I know the generator you have. I was trying to...

I know the generator you have. I was trying to decide between it and the 1KV model which is a lot lighter. I am interested in the countertop icemaker. I have no fridge, or shower on the boat. My...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 01-14-2008, 10:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,146
Posted By mike37909
100$ to tie dinghy? I sure hope the rest of the...

100$ to tie dinghy? I sure hope the rest of the Bahamas isn't like that.
Forum: The Poop Deck 01-14-2008, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,270
Posted By mike37909
I will check it out. This is likely to be more...

I will check it out. This is likely to be more of a one time trip than an extended cruise. I would be able to use the generator on shore when I get back. I am trying to plan a trip to the Abacos...
Forum: The Poop Deck 01-14-2008, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,270
Posted By mike37909
Ken, That sounds good! I will look into the...

Ken,

That sounds good! I will look into the charger. I wonder how long it would take to charge one or two batteries to a decent (practical) capacity. I know they charge fast at first so maybe I...
Forum: The Poop Deck 01-14-2008, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,270
Posted By mike37909
I have a heavily modified Mega 30. I have 2...

I have a heavily modified Mega 30. I have 2 batteries one is a few years old it has been used to run the lift keel and stereo and lights. The other one is like new its at my house. These are just...
Forum: The Poop Deck 01-14-2008, 05:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,270
Posted By mike37909
I have my eye on a small quiet 1000 watt...

I have my eye on a small quiet 1000 watt generator. I plan on using the AC to charge my battery or batteries. I am looking for a charger that can run off this generator. Also what would be a good...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-30-2007, 03:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,294
Posted By mike37909
I was encouraged last night when the wife found...

I was encouraged last night when the wife found round trip tickets from Atlanta to the bahamas (nassau) for $200. Stop in ft lauderdale . I can see the plan coming together!

Rebecca (wife) is...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-29-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,294
Posted By mike37909
Interesting. Are you talking intercoastal at 6...

Interesting. Are you talking intercoastal at 6 knots motoring? I may be on the boat all next summer, which would give me time to pick good weather to cross the gulf stream. Is it miserablely hot...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-29-2007, 01:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,294
Posted By mike37909
Thanks everyone for the info. Richard, thank you...

Thanks everyone for the info. Richard, thank you for the numbers. You are quite efficient with data bases and information gathering...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-28-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,294
Posted By mike37909
This is a somewhat general question but where...

This is a somewhat general question but where would be a good place to moor a yacht. When I say good I mean a combination of relatively cheap to fly to, close to an airport, relatively cheap and...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-18-2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,599
Posted By mike37909
Imagine2frolic- Your words are very...

Imagine2frolic-

Your words are very inspiring, and reflect the way I have felt for years. I am way too restless to stay in the same town my whole life. The regrets would be too much for me. You...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-18-2007, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,566
Posted By mike37909
I spoke to my brother. He was a yacht broker in...

I spoke to my brother. He was a yacht broker in S. Florida for years. Started with sailboats at Florida Yacht Charters but got into sportfishing yachts. Anyway he seems to think it is a good deal...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-18-2007, 11:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,599
Posted By mike37909
[QUOTE=name='MMNETSEA' date='Nov 17 2007, 08:35...

[QUOTE=name='MMNETSEA' date='Nov 17 2007, 08:35 PM' post='15024']

Hi Mike and Family,

Welcome to our cruising fraternity - your background will certainly stand you in good stead.

Is this...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-17-2007, 06:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,599
Posted By mike37909
I haven't read that book but it sounds like...

I haven't read that book but it sounds like something I would enjoy! If I keep the mega it will be for short cruises in the bahamas. I need to charter a boat and see if we love it as much as I...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-17-2007, 03:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,599
Posted By mike37909
I hear that!...

I hear that! https://www.cruiserlog.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/icon_loll.gif
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-17-2007, 02:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,599
Posted By mike37909
Since my early 20s I have wanted to cruise. I am...

Since my early 20s I have wanted to cruise. I am now 36 with a wife and 2 daughters 9 and 1/12. I am an engineer with a small high tech company and my wife is a nurse. We bought a lot on a lake...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-17-2007, 01:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,566
Posted By mike37909
No spam...

No spam https://www.cruiserlog.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/icon_loll.gif You guys make good points, you know they tell you it will be maintained but I believe you guys are right. ...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-16-2007, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,566
Posted By mike37909
I was wondering if anyone would comment on the...

I was wondering if anyone would comment on the Moorings ownership program? It has attracted my interest a few times.

Mike
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