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PNW_Wesley



Joined: 28 Nov 2019
Posts: 97
City/Region: Vancouver
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 19 Angler
Vessel Name: Zenith
Photos: Zenith
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 5:48 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hey Mike, glad you had a great cruise, and I enjoy reading about the systems that folks have put into their CD. My former travel trailer had 480 watts of solar on the roof, and 380 amp hours of storage. I always enjoyed watching the batteries recharge after making my morning coffee from the sun.

There are some nice days in the winter to cruise, and we have enjoyed them.

Prior to the April CBGT, I am planning a solo trip, and will to do the route planned for the event. It will be all new river miles for me, so this will be a practice run. I will also get to play with my new radar and windlass!

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Prior water toys:
15' Smoker Craft
14' SOAR Inflatable Kayak
18' Sea Ray
28' Bayliner
19' Smoker Craft
16' Duracraft
14' Starcraft
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Knipet



Joined: 11 Nov 2018
Posts: 262
City/Region: Orcas Island
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Model: 23 Venture
Vessel Name: Pan-A-C'ya
Photos: Pan-A-C'ya
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 5:53 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thank you guys for the info. The reason for my questions is that my 22 Cruiser is a bit of a "stripper" in that it doesn't have a fridge, heater, or stove. I do have a pair of series 24 batteries and a 50watt solar panel. I've used a butane stove a few time for overnighters, but this upcoming season Joanie and I plan to do some cruising for a week or two at a time.

Recently I've been learning on how to use and preparing meals at home with an 6qt Intant Pot. I'm really starting to like it, and it is much more versatile that what you might think at first glance. There is a bit of a learning curve. They make a 3 qt model that draws 700 watts, so I am starting to think that and a Cobb grill might be the solution at least in regards to cooking. Also thinking of a drawer-type fridge (limited space, but with the under dinette cold storage locker - thanks for the tip Harvey) should give adequate room with a Yeti cooler. Going to see if we really need any heat from May - Sept in just going up into the Gulf Islands not Alaska. At least not for awhile...

Anyone have any experience using an Instant Pot as a primary cooking source onboard?
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Catch 22



Joined: 01 May 2008
Posts: 385
City/Region: Lynnwood
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Catch 22
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 8:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

What motor/ prop/ rpm achieved 39 knots?
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TyBoo



Joined: 23 Oct 2003
Posts: 5310
City/Region: Warrenton
State or Province: OR
C-Dory Year: 1996
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruise Ship
Vessel Name: TyBoo
Photos: TyBoo
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 9:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Suzuki DF200a, an inline 4 cyl with a 3x15x21 prop and no foil at about 5750 rpm.

That was 39 statute miles per hour, or about 34 knots.

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Knipet



Joined: 11 Nov 2018
Posts: 262
City/Region: Orcas Island
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Model: 23 Venture
Vessel Name: Pan-A-C'ya
Photos: Pan-A-C'ya
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 9:07 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

C-Sharp wrote:

Recently I've been learning on how to use and preparing meals at home with an 6qt Intant Pot. I'm really starting to like it, and it is much more versatile that what you might think at first glance. There is a bit of a learning curve. They make a 3 qt model that draws 700 watts, so I am starting to think that and a Cobb grill might be the solution at least in regards to cooking. Also thinking of a drawer-type fridge (limited space, but with the under dinette cold storage locker - thanks for the tip Harvey) should give adequate room with a Yeti cooler. Going to see if we really need any heat from May - Sept in just going up into the Gulf Islands not Alaska. At least not for awhile...

Anyone have any experience using an Instant Pot as a primary cooking source onboard?


Sorry to hijack this thread. I found my answers in a year old thread. If anyone is interested:
http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=26992
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TyBoo



Joined: 23 Oct 2003
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City/Region: Warrenton
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C-Dory Year: 1996
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruise Ship
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 9:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

No such thing as hijacking threads on C-Brats! You're good - thanks for the info.
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Catman



Joined: 30 Oct 2003
Posts: 1524
City/Region: Seattle
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2017
C-Dory Model: 23 Venture
Vessel Name: Songbird (Bambina, 16')
Photos: Bambina
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 9:22 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tyboo, that's the exact top speed I reached in my 23' Venture.
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