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Forum: Gear & Maintenance 1 Day Ago
Replies: 684
Views: 181,680
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Low buck projects- Let's see 'em!

Well. I needed a new holding tank, one was stinkin and only 6 gallons, decided to take advantange of available space so I made one. New one holds 14 gallons and still fits in same location as old one...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 4 Days Ago
Replies: 20
Views: 448
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: ssb v.satphone ?who's the winner

I hope to have atleast 12" of separation between backstay and antenna, a little less at the top of the mast and quite a bit more toward the bottom. Right up against the back stay wouldn't work so...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 4 Days Ago
Replies: 20
Views: 448
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: ssb v.satphone ?who's the winner

MedSailor,
As far as a modem goes..not too sure about that as of yet as I am just getting the basics . But what I have found is there are some very good ways to communicate via HF on the amateur...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 4 Days Ago
Replies: 20
Views: 448
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: ssb v.satphone ?who's the winner

I have used Sat Phone in Afghanistan....its not so reliable either. Calls were often cut short, didn't go through or person on other end couldnt understand...at times it was like they were in the...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 12
Views: 664
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Out Of Here

Wish the best and hope you find your way back often. Remember just about every food chain, cafe and establishment offers free wi-fi so don't stay gone long
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 24
Views: 1,273
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Which boat in a gale; apples and oranges

Like your blog. I been in many storms and in 40- 55kt winds in a 20-60ft boat(prolly bigger) you prolly wouldn't know the difference. Luckily when I was at sea in those conditions the boat was navy...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 24
Views: 1,273
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Which boat in a gale; apples and oranges

I would take a proven offshore of smaller size than larger boat of questionable offshore ability...not saying a larger boat wouldnt be better but something about a full keel and protected rudder and...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 45
Views: 2,502
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: A bluewater live-aboard for under $20k

responded to you on CF, at 6' 2" your choices will be limited....Even the tall guys on an aircraft carrier walk down the pways with their heads tilted!:D

Good luck
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-11-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 451
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Pop rivets: AL vs SS

I replaced the aluminum rivets in my boom with quality stainless units. I coated each very liberally with tefgel..So far so good( only been a year though). My reason for putting stainless was a guy...
Forum: Provisioning 04-11-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 357
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Gimbling one Burner Stove!

Check atomvoyages.com.

He has or had a very nice one burner stove and sold replacements parts for it.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-07-2013
Replies: 46
Views: 1,668
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: What made you buy your boat?

Reputation, price and value for the money...Complete A30 for $4800, sailable, rebuild A4, good sails and solid foundation in which to build a small cruiser for wife and I.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-06-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 524
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: First time out today.

Congrats!

I have been out in nearly 3 months but plan on getting out there tomorrow!
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 03-22-2013
Replies: 42
Views: 1,943
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Alberg 30 - Yah or Nay!

Great Boat! Small-ish yes but comfy and cozy for 2. Albergs are simple and forgiving. A Classic worth time and effort to maintain
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 03-21-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: SSB Antenna

what about a 20m dipole from mast to stern rail?
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-21-2013
Replies: 173
Views: 3,937
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Harness and Tether Recommendations?

I used WM harness and Double tether, no pdf when in a harness. I use 1" hollow webbing for jacklines. There we be many opinions on here about whats right and whats wrong but in the end you need to go...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-21-2013
Replies: 31
Views: 1,234
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Splashing tomorrow

Take plenty of pics! Good Luck and enjoy all your hard work!
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 03-04-2013
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Advise on standing rigging

I would call a rigging company. Try riggingonly.com in MA. They helped me upgrade the rigging on my Alberg 30. I am sure there are companies ot there that could help. They may have NOS(NEW OLD STOCK)...
Forum: Seamanship 02-21-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 2,843
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Small Boat for Solo Sailing

Absolutely gorgeous but I just dont see 130K:laugher:laugher, really?
gold Ballast?
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 02-20-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,504
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Replacing standing rigging

If you have done it before you can do it again. Call Rigging Only or go to riggingonly.com. They will get you what you need and all the follow on support you need. I did my Alberg 30 last year with...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-16-2013
Replies: 102
Views: 3,864
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Are we elitists?

Agreed!
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-15-2013
Replies: 102
Views: 3,864
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Are we elitists?

I am not surprised. Many come here to ask questions and are often treated as though they should already know or how dare you ask.....

Why should some one have to have "thick" skin to be here?
...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-12-2013
Replies: 4
Views: 308
Posted By Cruiser2B
Fun January Sailing

I was able to get out sailing last sunday and hope to again tomorrow. Went out single handed and raced about an 8 mi course. Last Sunday was 49 and overcast here on the Southern Chesapease, chilly...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 01-03-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 570
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Ham License Advice

Good Luck, I would interested in seeing the course material. There wasn't anything on General test that I just took that had anything "Marine" specific. Recently there was a class session from a...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-02-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 498
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: Foul wx gear + harness

I have a Gill OS2 Jacket with a few layers underneath and wear harness. I find it very managable. I do not have a PFD with built in D-ring/harness. Its just a preference. I normally dont wear a PFD...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-01-2013
Replies: 15
Views: 589
Posted By Cruiser2B
Re: New Years Outings...

Jealous!!!!!!!! I would have considered it but it was raining on my end of the Chesapeake today.

I was able to get out a few days before Christmas for a nice solo sail.
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