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Search: Posts Made By: marianclaire
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-05-2013
Replies: 35
Views: 4,419
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Those new fangled Mantus Anchors..Bought One...Why

MikeOReilly: I use my FX-37, on the mud setting, as my storm anchor and it has never failed. But that is when I anchor in our local very soft mud in the creeks off of the Neuse River. I have used a...
Forum: Caribbean 03-24-2013
Replies: 26
Views: 839
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Florida to Bahamas in May

Campuscab you just have to do the math. A simple system. Rhumb line distance/ boat speed, to get time of crossing, TOC X ave gulf stream speed and you can estimate how far north you will be pushed....
Forum: Atomic 4 03-06-2013
Replies: 1
Views: 165
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Atomic 4 valve diameters

You could call MMI. Moyer Marine Atomic 4 Engine Rebuilding and Parts (http://www.moyermarine.com/index.htm) Dan S/V Marian Claire
Forum: Atomic 4 02-17-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 471
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Atomic4 Blues

Sorry I should have asked. Is your distributor set up for electronic ignition or is it points? Look forward to your posts on the Moyer site. Dan S/V Marian Claire
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 02-17-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,200
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Cruising? or just sailing with pit stops?

I will offer this on the auto pilot issue. I have only used a line from the tiller to a clam cleat. Less than 10$. Sailing in open water I balance the sails and she tracks well enough to allow me to...
Forum: Atomic 4 02-17-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 471
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Atomic4 Blues

My first thought is failing coil. Do you have EI? Does the engine die slowly, sputtering or instantly as if you turned off the key? You may want to also post on the Moyer site Moyer Marine Atomic 4...
Forum: Atomic 4 02-17-2013
Replies: 42
Views: 1,908
Posted By marianclaire
Re: $6,600 to rebuild Atomic 4? replace/rebuild

Another thing to consider in this decision is. How are you going to use the boat? A tired functioning A-4 is just fine if only needed to get you out of the slip and into open water. Whole different...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 02-17-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,200
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Cruising? or just sailing with pit stops?

Not sure what it should be called but the trip you describe is exactly like the trips I take. Long trips are 3 to 5 months, basic no frills boat, anchor out 99% of the time, coastal cruising Ft Myers...
Forum: Atomic 4 02-13-2013
Replies: 42
Views: 1,908
Posted By marianclaire
Re: $6,600 to rebuild Atomic 4? replace/rebuild

This is from the Moyer site explaining some of the options. Moyer Marine Atomic 4 Engine Rebuilding and Parts (http://www.moyermarine.com/rebuild.htm) I rebuilt my A-4 a few years ago and used parts...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 02-07-2013
Replies: 20
Views: 1,079
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Anchor Chain Size/Lenghth Suggestions (again)

nolesailor. If my anchor comes up easy that is when I am concerned. I have used the Bruce type , Rocna and Manson. I am the windlass and no spring chicken. I haul in until I am directly above the...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 02-06-2013
Replies: 35
Views: 1,722
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Oh what to do? boat on rocks/reef/sand/mud

Well having been aground a "few" times but only in soft bottoms. When I bump close to low I just sit and let the tide turn. Bump in an area with little tide change I punch it and slam the tiller over...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-31-2013
Replies: 22
Views: 823
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Looking for soft mud to test an anchor...

MedSailor: No help with your first question but in reference to your second post. Here on the Neuse River, NC, we have areas of very soft mud. Actually we have water, then a slurry about like...
Forum: There's This Place... 01-30-2013
Replies: 4
Views: 480
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Florida keys: outside or inside?

I have enjoyed the Bay side of the Keys. As you note there are more anchoring options. With a little imagination/planning you can find a place to hide from most winds. Islamorada is one of my...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-25-2013
Replies: 61
Views: 3,017
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Many cruisers with documented vessels can not enter FL legally.

Found this
IS A DOCUMENTED VESSEL EXEMPT FROM STATE JURISDICTION?

No, all documented vessels must comply with the laws of the state in which they are operated. The vessel's document must be...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-24-2013
Replies: 61
Views: 3,017
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Many cruisers with documented vessels can not enter FL legally.

Seaduction: Thanks for the info. I will follow this thread for info on fines, discounts etc and then pick my poison. Pay NC or pay Fla. Have enjoyed my trips to Fla and hope to have more in the...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-24-2013
Replies: 61
Views: 3,017
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Many cruisers with documented vessels can not enter FL legally.

I have a documented boat. No state registration #. I pay taxes on the boat in NC and the hailing port is in Tn. So will I be in violation if I cross into Fla waters? Dan S/V Marian Claire
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-23-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 562
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Morehead City to Virgins in early Feb

Have headed south from MHC in February and returned from Fla to MHC in Feb mostly via ICW and yes it was a bit cool. I do not have an inclosure just a dodger but still an enjoyable trip. Dan S/V...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-23-2013
Replies: 61
Views: 3,017
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Many cruisers with documented vessels can not enter FL legally.

"Wait for perfect weather window at Cumberland Island, GA, run close along to the FL coast until Ft. Pierce or Lake Worth, then make hard turn to port"
I was looking at that option. A bit far for a...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-16-2013
Replies: 36
Views: 933
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Atomic 4 fume danger?

Or do it yourself. The A-4 is as simple as it gets. If you are willing to ask advice on the Moyer site, get dirty, be patient and think thru problems. Who needs a "great mechanic". I only have to...
Forum: Learning to Sail 12-21-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 942
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Cape Dory or Tartan

No need to be scared of the Atomic-4. Dan S/V Marian Claire A-4 powered
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-17-2012
Replies: 62
Views: 2,682
Posted By marianclaire
Re: VHF Radio in the cockpit

I respectfully disagree. A narrow channel with cross wind or current, a congested area with a bunch of Saturday afternoon six-packers "buzzing" around, following seas where controlling the boat is a...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-17-2012
Replies: 62
Views: 2,682
Posted By marianclaire
Re: VHF Radio in the cockpit

On the MC I had a base unit in the cabin and used a handheld in the cockpit. This worked fine until I got a call from another boat that the base unit would pick up but my handheld did not have the...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 11-01-2012
Replies: 39
Views: 1,959
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Sailing Darwin awards

Good story but isn't this "BUT, go a few feet to the east of the red or west of the green markers and it is only 2 feet deep." backwards?
But then again I have stayed on the MC for a few storms so...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 05-18-2012
Replies: 21
Views: 1,163
Posted By marianclaire
Wink Re: Wooden sailboat suggestions please

How about the MC. Homemade so it could have been built anywhere. Easy to handle. Mahogany on white oak. 3.5 ft draft. And the 1965 A-4 could be a story in itself. Some pics. SailNet Community -...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 05-10-2012
Replies: 64
Views: 2,553
Posted By marianclaire
Re: Guitar or Other Instrument Players

Guitar. Decided to TRY and learn to play about 10 years ago and have never regretted it. Those that hear me play may feel differently. Mostly finger picking over established chord progressions, Blues...
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