Cold Duck
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- Jul 8, 2022
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- Vessel Name
- Cold Duck
- Vessel Make
- MS 350 Trawler, 1997
Really good thread, and some great wisdom. Although I have a single, as long as there would be room to work on a twin, I’m indifferent.
If I was going to be very remote for extended times, I’d carry more spares.
I’ve noticed lots of issues show some signs before getting significant and staying on top of everything, along with strict with maintenance is very helpful.
I’m happy with my choice for our type of cruising.
SPARES is another interesting topic. I worked on a lot of Fast Attack Subs back in the 70s and 80s. These guys go out for 3-6 months without support. Room for spares is at a premium. They actually fill up the companionways with food and eat their way down to the deck. So, a lot of thought goes into spares. Single Point Failure analysis is used to optimize what and how many spares to carry. Amazing what you can do if you have to in order to get home. Say halfway to Hawaii and engine blows a rod. You could actually remove the rod and piston and run the engine without one cylinder to get home. I've pulled a rod and piston while in the boat, not fun but it can be done.