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Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-30-2011
Replies: 10
Views: 1,152
Posted By Oldsoul
I found my Islander Info CD and checked the...

I found my Islander Info CD and checked the Islander 36 club's site. It looks like the early 70's had iron keels. They have a brochure for a 74 with an iron keel and a brochure for a 78 with an...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-30-2011
Replies: 10
Views: 1,152
Posted By Oldsoul
I PM'd you the info. Another option for the ice...

I PM'd you the info. Another option for the ice chest drain is to tie it into the sink hose. I haven't done mine yet, but it is on my list.
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-30-2011
Replies: 10
Views: 1,152
Posted By Oldsoul
I too have a 1975 I36. I'm not familiar with...

I too have a 1975 I36. I'm not familiar with ospho but I'd make sure it's compatible with the paint or epoxy that you're going to coat the bolts with. I'd probably just clean up the bolts and paint...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-23-2011
Replies: 34
Views: 2,857
Posted By Oldsoul
From my limited experience, skiffs are a...

From my limited experience, skiffs are a necessary evil. I had plans of inflating/deflating mine when I needed it (about every 6 weeks). Those plans were changed the first time I put the dinghy...
Forum: Announcements and Suggestions Box 11-20-2011
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Oldsoul
That area is a little deceiving. Just north of...

That area is a little deceiving. Just north of the Casino building is a dive area that is roped off. The designated anchorage area is just further out from that dive park. The depth in that area...
Forum: Announcements and Suggestions Box 11-20-2011
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Oldsoul
Just a possible correction to my last post. On...

Just a possible correction to my last post. On the other side of the main green pier in Avalon, there are other moorings (by Joe's Boats). Those may be smaller than 30' but I'm not familiar with...
Forum: Announcements and Suggestions Box 11-19-2011
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Oldsoul
You wouldn't have a problem sailing over there...

You wouldn't have a problem sailing over there with decent weather. My friend just recently rode a Seadoo from Avalon to Marina Del Rey so a 17' boat is completely doable.

The problem you may...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 10-24-2011
Replies: 5
Views: 923
Posted By Oldsoul
Well hell! That's what I've been looking for. I...

Well hell! That's what I've been looking for. I feel pretty useless at this point that they aren't apparently that difficult to find for everyone but me :) Thanks for the help!
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 10-23-2011
Replies: 5
Views: 923
Posted By Oldsoul
Rubber Faucet Diffuser

When I purchased my boat, the galley faucet, which is a simple foot powered spout, had a slip over rubber/metal diffuser on it. The spout itself is probably only around a 1/4" wide. The diffuser...
Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum 07-17-2011
Replies: 23
Views: 2,081
Posted By Oldsoul
I'm guessing you're referring to most marinas...

I'm guessing you're referring to most marinas stating that short of them pouring gasoline in you boat and setting fire to it, they aren't responsible for pretty much anything including quite a few...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 07-08-2011
Replies: 10
Views: 1,306
Posted By Oldsoul
My boat (1976) had two of them also. Either...

My boat (1976) had two of them also. Either abandon it or buy a modern 12 volt plug and change it over. You may want to check the wiring to it to make sure it's in good condition and is large...
Forum: Electrical Systems 06-24-2011
Replies: 28
Views: 7,617
Posted By Oldsoul
Excellent post. Thanks for continuing to help...

Excellent post. Thanks for continuing to help explain these things to us.
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 05-20-2011
Replies: 57
Views: 5,836
Posted By Oldsoul
Something you may want to bring up with the...

Something you may want to bring up with the others on your boat is the potential for these devices to damage your boat. Hear me out. I used to use the white plastic clips that you thread the fender...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-20-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
I did fuse the alternator wire with an ANL fuse...

I did fuse the alternator wire with an ANL fuse so I think I'm good there.

My current plan was to continue to use this alternator for a time. While it probably isn't the end all, be all...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-20-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
Well, I built the new electrical cabinet and...

Well, I built the new electrical cabinet and hinged cabinet face (panel). Most of the wiring has gone in without too many problems. I think a lot of that is due to all the help and advice I've...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
I actually haven't bought any of the wire yet so...

I actually haven't bought any of the wire yet so I'm good there. After crunching numbers this afternoon I scaled back my large stuff to 2/0. I think I went overboard and wasnt realistic with it.
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
Sailing in Fresno is awful dusty! We keep our...

Sailing in Fresno is awful dusty! We keep our Islander 36 down in Los Angeles. We also have a 24' Balboa that we keep at Millerton Lake (20 mi from Fresno) but will be getting rid of it this...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
I didn't show any of the fuses/breakers on the...

I didn't show any of the fuses/breakers on the diagram. Mostly out of laziness. I'm currently using the stock alternator with internal regulation. It is the 51 amp model. I plan on changing the...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
Should I totally discount the starter amperage...

Should I totally discount the starter amperage when calculating my battery cables or is there a factor that is commonly used?

I was planning on running 2/0 to the XM1800 inverter per the...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
Well, by your question, I'm getting that maybe I...

Well, by your question, I'm getting that maybe I didn't quite figure it out

I ended up with 4/0 for my battery cabling. It does seem excessive though. Here is what my set up looks like.

I'll...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-08-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
Thanks for all the great information everyone. I...

Thanks for all the great information everyone. I wouldn't have known where to start without your posts.

It's amazing how quickly wire, fuses, fuse holders, and connectors can add up. :eek: We...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-06-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
While figuring out how I was to set up the fuses...

While figuring out how I was to set up the fuses from the 12v positives on both banks I ran into another question.

I was planning on using the MRBF terminal fuses from the positive on each bank. ...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-06-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
I checked out a couple different inverter's...

I checked out a couple different inverter's instruction manuals and see what you are talking about. It has been a bit of a learning curve since my old boat didn't have an inverter and I've never...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-06-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
@Hartley18. I will go through and review it...

@Hartley18. I will go through and review it again. Better to be safe than sorry. The Blue Seas Diagram looks like the inverter is being used as a secondary source to supply the AC distribution...
Forum: Electrical Systems 05-05-2011
Replies: 44
Views: 3,641
Posted By Oldsoul
I am planning on fusing both banks. Is there a...

I am planning on fusing both banks. Is there a good rule of thumb for determining what rating fuse to use at the batteries? Should I try to calculate max possible draw?

A battery monitor is on...
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