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    Lehr 2.5 vs. Honda air-cooled

    Suzuki has a 2.5 4 stroke also, seems to run forever on about a teacup of fuel in the built in tank.
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    Running A/C on Generator?

    I second this suggestion. Since power is always likely to be a limitation, you need an AC that has a variable speed DC motor and drive as part of the original spec. The mini split ac’s are pretty cheap to buy and primary cost long term is going to be the cost to run the thing. Or one can buy...
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    What size Generator?

    It is possible to install load limiting circuitry which disconnects specific loads when generator current gets high (load shedding) instead of you having to manage every detail yourself. You would need to decide what your highest priority loads are.
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    GPH efficiency?

    A reasonably good benchmark would be the Dashew 64 FPB which uses 4.78 gal per hour at 9 kts to give a range of 6400 miles on the 3400 gal of fuel carried onboard. Of course these boats are long, narrow and light compared to most other MV. Im not familier with the OP’s vessel, but clearly...
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    Setsail.com hosting issues ?? Server unresponsive for many days ?

    I can get the home page to load, but when one clicks on any of the menu items, that is typically when it times out. Funny enough, after trying several times unsuccessfully, after posting to this forum I was able to get the "free books" section to load a few minutes later. So from past...
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    Setsail.com hosting issues ?? Server unresponsive for many days ?

    Just curious whether I am the only person having problems with Setsail.com ? I bought their book bundle a while ago (which is a steal at less than $60 for several hardcover books) and every time since that I have been to their site, it does not come up. Times out when trying to load anything...
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    New Mattress for my Bed in Heads Up

    Has anyone tried the Ikea Latex mattresses ? Relatively cost effective and usually they come rolled up so easy to carry and get downstairs. Certainly not worth buying the cheapest foam ones except for a bed someone might sleep on for 1 night occasionally. I have been very happy with my...
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