Condensation

Big dave · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 8:51 pm Post subject: Condensation

We just got back from our first shake down cruise on "Raven Dancer", and I must say everything worked great, the shore power let us run a small electric heater, the Wallace is the best thing since pockets on shirts, the camper back is wonderful......BUT it was cold so we didn't leave any windows or the hatch open, we did leave the back door open but we had the camper back up and we woke up to condensation on the walls, enough to make the sleeping pad damp and where ever the sleeping bag touched the walls it was wet. Is this because we didn't leave the hatch open ?
I would be interested to know if this is a problem for anyone else and what you did to correct the problem.
Our other boat was an Arima and the berth area is lined in a fuzzy type carpet and we never had any condensation problems for the 10 years that we owned the boat. I'm thinking about taking the boat to Arima and see if they will line the berth area in the C-Dory.
We use our boat year round and up here in the Pacific NW. staying dry is pretty important to my wife and I, which is one of the main reasons we got a hard top style boat, we just want a dry place to sleep !
Any ideas out there ???
We also saw a nice 25' C-Dory that was moored in Cathlament very nice looking boat but no one was around it for the two days we we there.
Looking forward to meeting some of you folks at the boat show in Seattle.
Thank you.......Big Dave.[/b]

Lynn Marie · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 9:12 pm Post subject:

Dave,

B~C has used some spray on stuff and I have installed the same sort of "Fuzzy Stuff" you probably had in your Arima. Ever since I put it in we haven't had any condensation problems so I'm still a beleiver of the Hull/Headliner product and besides it looks and feels nice too.

Tim

Adeline · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 10:04 pm Post subject:

flapbreaker · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 10:05 pm Post subject:

read this thread.

http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=1629

JamesTXSD · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 11:26 pm Post subject: Also known as...

The furry stuff is also known as "mouse fur", but the trade name is Frontrunner. Our boat lives on the Gulf Coast (Corsair sailboat, the whole interior is lined with this stuff) and we've never had any problem with condensation. Also, not supposed to mildew. HTH.

Best wishes,
James TX/SD

flagold · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 11:35 pm Post subject:

Do normal carpet stores carry that Frontrunner product, or is that a marine application? If so, where do you order it from?

Lynn Marie · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2005 10:19 am Post subject:

flagold,

The materials I used came from PerfectFit-McDonald who has outlets in both the Seattle and Portland areas. If you want more information on the material or the install there is a thread in the Library in the Cabin, Interior section. Then look for the post titled "Carpeting Int. for moisture, heat, and sound. It was without question the most rewarding project I ever did on our boat. If you,re a all season cruiser it is really worth the effort.

Tim

flagold · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2005 11:22 am Post subject:

All season (and I'm the odd duck that likes to boat when it's cold).

Thanks -- I looked at the paint -- but haven't made the decision just yet, and maybe the carpet is a viable alternative with other benefits.

Of course, I'll have to hang a pair of fuzzy dice from the electronics shelf to complete "the look" . . .

B~C · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2005 12:29 pm Post subject:

for folks in the Vancouver WA area, you can buy hull linner at the RV interior shop in Salmon Creek, It's roughly across from WinCo foods. They're helpfull folks and have good prices + you can look at and fondle the material. If you wish to inspect the insulation spray PM me, tours gladly given

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2005 1:14 pm Post subject:

Ken, can I tour my boat after you get done spraying it? Laughing

With the insulation man, get your head out of the gutter Shocked

B~C · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2005 9:13 pm Post subject:

Ray, buy the goop, clean out the tuna guts, remove the overhead shelf & cushions, mask the interior & drag the thing over here

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2005 4:35 am Post subject: WOO HOO!

Do I have to wait for the weather to warm up first?
What model sprayer would you like to use?

CatyMae n Steve · Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2005 8:37 am Post subject:

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2005 9:16 am Post subject:

Now stop that.... Mine's not done yet Laughing