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  1. lwarden

    Check your propane system.....

    This happened one dock over from my boat in San Diego at Harbor Island today. Apparently a propane related explosion on a Hunter sailboat. Owner was nearby along with his dog and both escaped with only some singeing apparently. He got lucky, it must have been a big blast to lift the deck like...
  2. lwarden

    Insurance question

    Can someone PM me the contact for Pau Hana ( Peter). I’ve messaged him several times and no response. Thanks.
  3. lwarden

    Mainship Pilot 34 vs Albin 35TE

    We looked closely at Albin 35TE's when we bought our current boat. The one we saw was poorly maintained and had twin 370hp Cummins engines. Engine access to the outside of each engine would be difficult with twins. You had to pull the floor up to access the engines, something I didn't care...
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    Whale Watching Incident

    I nearly it a blue whale just off Catalina in my previous 26' boat going 20 knots. I was on my own and if I'd hit it expect I would be thrown from the boat. Installed a lanyard kill switch after that an wore an inflatable PFD when on my own. I'm sure some of you saw this, but there are some...
  5. lwarden

    What would you recommend?

    Do the outdrives not turn? It’s hard to imagine that a stern thruster is needed on a boat fitted with twin outdrives. The boat should be very maneuverable on would think. Is there some difficult docking situation which requires absolute sideways motion of the stern?
  6. lwarden

    Starboard alternative?

    Starboard is a good product for your application. I'm not sure where you are located but some plastic suppliers who do fabrication also have off-cuts for sale by the pound for far less than standard Starboard prices. It's hit-or-miss but I've had good luck dropping by and if I see some good...
  7. lwarden

    Repower update

    You are going to like those engines, I’ve got a pair in my Lindell and they run great. Also easy to work on and parts are reasonable with good support from SBMAR.
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    What does a ship's pilot get paid?

    I clearly picked the wrong career....
  9. lwarden

    Mystery Fitting. Need help Identifying it.

    How about turning on all water systems and pushing in the button in the middle and see what comes out?
  10. lwarden

    diesel prices near me

    I don't blame the oil companies for the high price of crude, as you state, it is a global commodity. But they do have the ability to increase output and help to keep prices in check. Have you looked at the 2021 4th quarter profits from the top 10 oil companies? Pretty much says it all. High...
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    Rebuild vs Repower

    Hard to imagine that having engines which weren't winterized would cause they type of damage requiring a rebuild, something doesn't make sense. Sure the HE and AC might be damaged, and perhaps the riser if it doesn't drain correctly but the block, bore, pistons and head/valves should be fine...
  12. lwarden

    diesel prices near me

    The strategic reserve will be sold at higher prices than it will be replenished at most likely. WTI crude closed at just under $100/ BBL on Friday, down from the peak of $123 on March 8th. I would expect oil will settle down around $80 in the coming weeks, especially if China continues locking...
  13. lwarden

    Tides v PSS

    I'm facing this same dilemma at my next haul out. I'm very disappointed with the PSS seals, they sling salt spray everywhere and at best mist up the engine room with salt. They seem to work well if there is zero vibration and you have things perfectly aligned, but then the bellows relax and you...
  14. lwarden

    Twin Disc trany

    What is the model and actuation mechanism? Manual controls or are they being operated by fly by wire?
  15. lwarden

    When Does it Become Cost Prohibited?

    Boy, this is some serious thread drift here...
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    EXAMPLE: Defender vs West Marine. Whats up???

    I was at WM a couple weeks ago and behind the register they had on the wall, "No Hassle Returns" painted in white letters on a blue background. Funny thing is, they taped over the "No Hassle" with blue masking tape. So being the usual s**t stirrer I am, I had to ask the lady behind the...
  17. lwarden

    EXAMPLE: Defender vs West Marine. Whats up???

    San Diego Marine Exchange has really struggled with stock since Covid supply chain issues popped up. It seems better in the past month or so, but for a while it was very hit or miss. Still, I try and use them as much as I can and since I get a good discount the prices there are as good as any...
  18. lwarden

    Car Carrier Abandoned After Catching Fire

    No wonder car prices are so high, a large percentage are going underwater.....
  19. lwarden

    Italy seizes Russian super yacht.

    I believe Dilbar (the largest superyacht by GT) has been seized at the Lürssen yard in Hamburg. Crew has been fired and Lürssen are currently providing a small crew to maintain it.
  20. lwarden

    When Does it Become Cost Prohibited?

    Yes, but big oil is enjoying the current global situation to reap higher profits so it's unlikely prices will decline anytime soon. Refined fuel always goes up like a rocket and falls like a feather.
  21. lwarden

    Has The Market Peaked?

    Scheherazade, possibly owned by Putin would be a good one to nab.....
  22. lwarden

    diesel prices near me

    Mission Bay, yesterday.
  23. lwarden

    Fuel Cost Changing Cruising Plans?

    Agreed, there is also a significant opportunity to do some profit taking, and that's what makes this worse in my opinion. We are seeing this from major corporations all across the many products. This is happening during high inflation where they are taking advantage of "supply chain" and "high...
  24. lwarden

    Painting Camano Window Frames

    I've had very good luck with repainting aluminum using a zinc chromate primer, specifically designed for use on outboards. Sand, clean well and spray with a couple thin coats of this primer, then top coat with Rustoleum epoxy spray. Zinc chromate is pretty nasty and harder to get these days so...
  25. lwarden

    diesel prices near me

    I just saw $5.99/gal for diesel at our local station that is usually competitive. This is in San Diego. Seems prices are all over the place at the moment. Next week will be ugly I suspect.
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