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Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 3 Days Ago
Replies: 32
Views: 785
Posted By algee
Re: Motor vs Rowing inflatable dinghy...

Rowing an inflatable dinghy is like trying to push a rope. It can be done but it aint easy.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 1 Week Ago
Replies: 11
Views: 581
Posted By algee
Re: This has to sting...

I never knew you could push a boat with a rope!
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 1 Week Ago
Replies: 89
Views: 2,812
Posted By algee
Re: 1972 tartan 30

Look it over very closely, have it surveyed, if you like it---make an offer and buy it!! Sailboats are just big boy's toys, and the only reason to have a toy is to enjoy playing with it.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 46
Views: 2,437
Posted By algee
Re: West Marine makes enemies

When we lived in Northern Michigan,we looked forward to the 70 mile monthly trip to visit West Marine in Traverse City, in the middle of a Michigan winter. WM, combined with a couple hours at the...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 25
Views: 1,232
Posted By algee
Self Tailing Winches

I sail an Endeavour 32 with Barlow 24 2 speed non Self Tailing winches. I have a chance to buy Lewmar 30st winches for what I think is a good price. I have never had self tailers. Do you think it...
Forum: Learning to Sail 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 31
Views: 1,670
Posted By algee
Re: Can I make this trip as a novice

Port Sanilac and Lexington are both good stops on the West side of Lake Huron. The Saint Clair River splits into 3 channels at the delta north of Lake St. Clair. Pick the one you want, before you...
Forum: Learning to Sail 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 31
Views: 1,670
Posted By algee
Re: Can I make this trip as a novice

You guys are not doing your homework...!!! The distance the OP is calling 100 miles is in fact OVER 200 MILES. Go to Active Captain or look at the charts. Check out the reefs and shallow water in...
Forum: Learning to Sail 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 31
Views: 1,670
Posted By algee
Re: Can I make this trip as a novice

There are Old Sailors and Bold Sailors, but not many Old Bold Sailors.
Forum: Learning to Sail 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 31
Views: 1,670
Posted By algee
Re: Can I make this trip as a novice

First of all, let me tell you that your estimate of a 100 mile trip may be true if you went as the crow flies, but by water it is over 200 miles!!

I have made this trip going both north and...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-28-2013
Replies: 51
Views: 1,976
Posted By algee
Re: Marvels Mystery Oil

I don't pretend to know if Marvel Mystery Oil does good things to your engine, but I would tend to believe that the people that use it also spend more time checking fluids, belts and hoses,...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-27-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 209
Posted By algee
Re: Gasoline Additives?

Pay a little extra and buy non ethanal gas. It works for me.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-25-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 491
Posted By algee
Re: NYS Canals

Wow, that is still 10 hours a day! Why not slow down and smell the roses? We cruised the NY canals and the Trent Severn waterway a few years ago, and it is still my all time favorite trip. Take...
Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum 04-14-2013
Replies: 3
Views: 265
Posted By algee
Re: Port Charlotte to Islamorada

It's a great trip! Watch out for a million crab pots in Florida bay.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 72
Views: 2,546
Posted By algee
Re: Ever been injured on your boat? Just happened to me.

Getting in or out of a dinghy can be involved with alot of accidents.
Forum: Provisioning 04-11-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 407
Posted By algee
Re: Gimbling one Burner Stove!

There are a couple listed on E-Bay right now. Search " SEA SWING STOVE"
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-11-2013
Replies: 72
Views: 2,546
Posted By algee
Re: Ever been injured on your boat? Just happened to me.

Over the years I've seen many more people hurt getting on and off boats, then when actually sailing.
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 04-09-2013
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By algee
Re: Prop anti-fouling gadget

If you have a really ugly boat you can use the two bag method!
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 04-09-2013
Replies: 6
Views: 227
Posted By algee
Re: waterline leak

Try putting a small piece of paper towel under every fitting and all low spots. The spot that is wet is the leak.
Forum: Electrical Systems 04-09-2013
Replies: 9
Views: 291
Posted By algee
Key Switch Gremlin

I have an Endeavour 32 wirh a Westerbeke 27. The key switch is a three position--Off-On-Start. The on position seems to work fine, the warning buzzer sounds and the fuel pump runs, The problem is...
Forum: Electrical Systems 04-09-2013
Replies: 9
Views: 291
Posted By algee
Key switch gremlin??

I have an Endeavour 32 with a 27 Westerbeke. I think the key switch is 3 position Off-On-Start. The on position seems to work fine--the warning buzzer sounds--and the fuel pump runs. The problem...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 04-05-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 550
Posted By algee
Re: Mounting electronics on a pedestal guard

You guys are the best!! I just ordered a mount from SNAPIT, and I think it will work great. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 04-04-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 550
Posted By algee
Mounting electronics on a pedestal guard

I am looking for a simple and inexpensive way to mount a Garmin 541S to my pedestal guard on my Endeavour 32. I have looked at some of the Edson mounts, and they quite pricey. Any ideas would be...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 02-17-2013
Replies: 5
Views: 344
Posted By algee
Re: Went to Detroit boat show

Well, they say there is a lid for every pot!
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 02-17-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,200
Posted By algee
Re: Cruising? or just sailing with pit stops?

Cruising long term with a big dog on a small boat could be a real PITA---but maybe if you could teach "Duke" to steer the boat, it would work out!
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 01-29-2013
Replies: 17
Views: 650
Posted By algee
Re: What do you add (to improve) your bottom paint?

I tried stirring in a small package of a weed preventer powder that was highly recomended by a friend. Somehow it clumped up and the whole bottom looked like 20 grit sandpaper. I had to sand it all...
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