Pat Anderson
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JamesTXSD":1pkqa9ry said:
SO WHAT DID YOU DO WITH OR ON YOUR C-DORY TODAY??
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Pat Anderson
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So the BoatUS Vessel Assist did tow our friends' unnamed 24' Trophy Pro all the way from Andrews Bay to 40th Street Boat Ramp, a distance of all of - maybe - 5 miles, for a mere $436, and that was with the $50 BoatUS member discount. We maybe looking into that annual $140 unlimited BoatUS towing insurance, even though we have never needed a tow. While we were waiting I was fooling around trying to get our kicker going, and although it did start, the telltale was just dripping rather than peeing. Time for a service I guess, but it would have been our wallets that were lighter if the main had any problem and we needed to rely on that kicker today...we did exchange waves with Peter (C-Dancer) on the shore walking around Seward Park shortly before we left.
Pat Anderson
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Sheesh! All right already! So sue me! Pupu it is!
localboy":3acqpu70 said:
Especially after that Bloody Caesar. Not exactly on my C-Dory, but finally bit the bullet and did the US Gov FCC radio license and operator permit, to get a "real" MMSI number and listing in the International data base for legal radio operation in Canadian waters.
Had the opportunity to do this at Rodgers Marina and Electronics in Portland. What a pleasant experience, what a professional crew there, Tim, Jan and Marty K especially. Thanks to the C-Brats who exposed them here because that is how I found them and it was worth the trip.
And for anyone considering any new electronics, especially radar, they have live radar, any brand, hooked up and working right there on the deck.
Harvey
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Had the opportunity to do this at Rodgers Marina and Electronics in Portland. What a pleasant experience, what a professional crew there, Tim, Jan and Marty K especially. Thanks to the C-Brats who exposed them here because that is how I found them and it was worth the trip.
And for anyone considering any new electronics, especially radar, they have live radar, any brand, hooked up and working right there on the deck.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon
Pat Anderson
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Here are our friends and neighbors in what is, I hope, the LAST VOYAGE of this lemon - the trip from Andrews Bay back to 40th Street Boat Ramp yesterday...
I trailered up to EQ from salem oregon on thursday afternoon. Hit seattle at rush hour but it really wasn't as bad as expected. Camped in the boat on dry land at deception pass thursday night and delivered the boat to les on friday morning. They did the compression check and everything seemed to be okay so I will be keeping the twins. Saved many thousands there. What a relief. Drove up to bellingham to Pooderbuilt and picked up the new radar arch and drove it back down to EQ. All should be done sometime this week. Also having another house battery and blue seas switch added. It doesn't look like the weather will allow going back up this weekend to pick up the boat but will definitely plan on going back up around 3/5. Miss not being able to tinker with the boat in the driveway. Drove back to salem without the boat friday afternoon. Bumper to bumper on I-5 from everett to olympia. Worst drive I have ever done. Took all afternoon and evening. O'dark thirty for driving up there from now on.
starcrafttom
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Pat, what is the problem with this boat? I know that it has left them before and has few hours on it. Sound like a fuel problem. As in not running it dry after each use followed by sitting for a long time. No new boat, regardless of maker, should have these problems. I mean bayliner did not make the engines, chevy did. oh theres the problem...
We finally arrived at Boot Key Municipal Harbor today! What a great place to spend some time! Everybody has been so helpful. We look forward to exploring the area. Boat projects can wait till we get home. Total trip mileage so far....450 miles. What a great way to spend the winter.
A little late for this post but... This past Saturday, I ran up to EQ Marine to pick up the motor for our dinghy. Just the 2HP Honda. Got it because it's light (26lbs, can carry one handed and tighten onto the transom with the other hand) and water cooled (no flushing required - just rinse it off with fresh). I have to say I was very impressed with the amount of time Carl spent with me in delivering this very inexpensive motor. He probably spent a good 20-30 mins explaining all aspects of operation, how to change the oil, spark plug and fuel filter, how to adjust the air-fuel mix (for operation at higher altitude), how to run it dry from fuel and how to drain the carb. You would have thought that my little <$900 purchase was the most important thing of the day. Excellent service and well worth the extra time it took to drive to EQ.
Also, I had the pleasure of spending about 90 minutes BS'ing with Dusty over breakfast. I keep telling him someone needs to write his life story. Overall, it was a great way to spend Sat. AM!
Also, I had the pleasure of spending about 90 minutes BS'ing with Dusty over breakfast. I keep telling him someone needs to write his life story. Overall, it was a great way to spend Sat. AM!
Worked on a faulty water tank and ended up putting in another of the same model hoping for better luck this time. Also built a first edition mount to attach our dinghy outboard to a mount attached to one of our scotty downriggers.
Then I used a V-lock to create a low impact and quickly removable mount for using our dinghys electric motor as an emergency third motor on the transom. We have not tested it for speed yet but really just think it will provide us with enough thrust for steerage to keep us off the rocks and ride the wind/current or move us very slowly to the nearest services. It connects to our primary battery bank for up to 360 amp hours of power plus our generator could step in and kick in over 30 amps of charging if necessary to extend that range. I figure we could run it about 12 hours at max on the batteries and for a very long time provided fuel for the generator.
Pics here:
http://www.c-brats.com/modules.php?set_ ... _album.php
Then I used a V-lock to create a low impact and quickly removable mount for using our dinghys electric motor as an emergency third motor on the transom. We have not tested it for speed yet but really just think it will provide us with enough thrust for steerage to keep us off the rocks and ride the wind/current or move us very slowly to the nearest services. It connects to our primary battery bank for up to 360 amp hours of power plus our generator could step in and kick in over 30 amps of charging if necessary to extend that range. I figure we could run it about 12 hours at max on the batteries and for a very long time provided fuel for the generator.
Pics here:
http://www.c-brats.com/modules.php?set_ ... _album.php
OMG! For some reason when the V-Lock thread was active, I didn't understand how it worked. Ever since I removed the transom bar in favor of the cooler rack, I've been racking my brain on how to best mount the dinghy motor, Magma BBQ and bait table. After this post, I went to the V-Lock website and realized the V-lock is the answer to my dreams.
A BIG THANKS Greg for illustrating it's use! :thup :teeth
A BIG THANKS Greg for illustrating it's use! :thup :teeth
Thursday
We had the big windstorm on Vancouver Island over Tuesday night and into yesterday so I went down to the marina to see how well Chimo had survived. All seemed to be in order. The wind had blown some stuff around in the boathouse and the plastic sheet that covers the spot where the otters like to crap :roll: had been blown up onto the roof but otherwise everything was just great. I don't think we will be getting too much subzero weather from this point on so I put the porta-potty back on the boat.
The sun had been shining really brightly; some clouds had moved in and the weather forecast indicated showers with gusty winds in Haro Strait but I suddenly got the urge to go for a boat ride. It only took a couple of minutes to cast off the lines, crank up the Wallas to keep me cozy and amble out of the marina and beyond the breakwater. With the radio on for a little background music it was really enjoyable at 8 mph and 4.5 mpg to cruise out past Canoe Cove and head out beyond the ferry terminal, leaving Piers island to port. I decided to simply cruise around Piers. A little while later the weather forecast confirmed its accuracy and a decent looking squall line became obvious, moving toward me. I decided to continue around Piers and cranked up to about 20 mph, 3.5 mpg. When the squall hit it quickly whipped the water into a nice chop with plenty of whitecaps. By this time it was coming at me on the starboard bow so I slowed down to 14 mph, 3.5 mpg and turned on the wipers. After making the turn and heading back down toward the ferry terminal bid was really pleasant to have the waves astern. That was when the heavy rain arrived to keep the wipers busy. The temperature dropped rapidly outside and the windows fogged up to remind me that they needed their spring treatment, both inside and out.
I had some thoughts that the docking might be interesting given the direction and strength of the wind gusts but mother nature was kind to me and the wind dropped as I got back into the Marina. If it hadn't, I may have sat around for a while before going back in. I guess the rain probably did a good job of washing off the salt before I got back into the boathouse but I took the hose and did a rinse in any case before flushing the motors.
So, what did I do on our C-Dory today? I took a short cruise to nowhere, burned some gas (and a tiny bit of diesel in the Wallas), put a smile on my face and went home for dinner.
We had the big windstorm on Vancouver Island over Tuesday night and into yesterday so I went down to the marina to see how well Chimo had survived. All seemed to be in order. The wind had blown some stuff around in the boathouse and the plastic sheet that covers the spot where the otters like to crap :roll: had been blown up onto the roof but otherwise everything was just great. I don't think we will be getting too much subzero weather from this point on so I put the porta-potty back on the boat.
The sun had been shining really brightly; some clouds had moved in and the weather forecast indicated showers with gusty winds in Haro Strait but I suddenly got the urge to go for a boat ride. It only took a couple of minutes to cast off the lines, crank up the Wallas to keep me cozy and amble out of the marina and beyond the breakwater. With the radio on for a little background music it was really enjoyable at 8 mph and 4.5 mpg to cruise out past Canoe Cove and head out beyond the ferry terminal, leaving Piers island to port. I decided to simply cruise around Piers. A little while later the weather forecast confirmed its accuracy and a decent looking squall line became obvious, moving toward me. I decided to continue around Piers and cranked up to about 20 mph, 3.5 mpg. When the squall hit it quickly whipped the water into a nice chop with plenty of whitecaps. By this time it was coming at me on the starboard bow so I slowed down to 14 mph, 3.5 mpg and turned on the wipers. After making the turn and heading back down toward the ferry terminal bid was really pleasant to have the waves astern. That was when the heavy rain arrived to keep the wipers busy. The temperature dropped rapidly outside and the windows fogged up to remind me that they needed their spring treatment, both inside and out.
I had some thoughts that the docking might be interesting given the direction and strength of the wind gusts but mother nature was kind to me and the wind dropped as I got back into the Marina. If it hadn't, I may have sat around for a while before going back in. I guess the rain probably did a good job of washing off the salt before I got back into the boathouse but I took the hose and did a rinse in any case before flushing the motors.
So, what did I do on our C-Dory today? I took a short cruise to nowhere, burned some gas (and a tiny bit of diesel in the Wallas), put a smile on my face and went home for dinner.
starcrafttom
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I have been working on replacing the galley in the 27 as part of my remodel. the main problem was that the counter was to short for me. using the counter to cook was killing my back. so I cut out the top of the old counter and removed all of the shelves. Then I built a box cabinet. now I have never built much out of wood so I had my buddy Alex, a cabinet maker, cut the large pieces for me and showed me how to frame it. I have learned to use a kreg jig. its a jig that drills out counter sink holes so you can connect two pieces of wood together. It makes connecting all the parts easy with out cutting dovetail joints or what ever real wood workers do. I just got done with the top. I laminated it and will trim it in the morning. Now the galley top and the table will match.
the hard part is that nothing in the boat is square to anything else in the boat. after I built the box I had to cut the back side to match the hull and the floor. Then the front edge of the galley is wider then the back edge and the back edge is curved to follow the hull. Its like a god dam math quiz/wood shop test. I finally got it all worked out and feel really good about it for my first attempt. Now I have to work on the drawers and cutting out the sink and cook top.
Its been a fun project along with the new wall. I just cant wait to get it all done and back into the water.
I have been working on replacing the galley in the 27 as part of my remodel. the main problem was that the counter was to short for me. using the counter to cook was killing my back. so I cut out the top of the old counter and removed all of the shelves. Then I built a box cabinet. now I have never built much out of wood so I had my buddy Alex, a cabinet maker, cut the large pieces for me and showed me how to frame it. I have learned to use a kreg jig. its a jig that drills out counter sink holes so you can connect two pieces of wood together. It makes connecting all the parts easy with out cutting dovetail joints or what ever real wood workers do. I just got done with the top. I laminated it and will trim it in the morning. Now the galley top and the table will match.
the hard part is that nothing in the boat is square to anything else in the boat. after I built the box I had to cut the back side to match the hull and the floor. Then the front edge of the galley is wider then the back edge and the back edge is curved to follow the hull. Its like a god dam math quiz/wood shop test. I finally got it all worked out and feel really good about it for my first attempt. Now I have to work on the drawers and cutting out the sink and cook top.
Its been a fun project along with the new wall. I just cant wait to get it all done and back into the water.
Salmon Fisher
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Replaced both backing plates for drum brakes today. Last time out, right wheel was locked skidding out the driveway and smoking hot when I got home.
Not too bad of a job, just getting all the parts off was the worst part. Repacked bearing with new grease, bearings in good order. Sure is nice to have brakes that work and don't drag. Wondered why my fuel mileage was going down :crook
Also am replacing left hand taillight. Why do people not install stainless hardward on everything? Took awhile with my dremel with cutting wheel to get old rusty bolts off.
Oh, I made sure to install all bolts and nuts with a coating of Never Sieze, that stuff's a lifesaver!
Not too bad of a job, just getting all the parts off was the worst part. Repacked bearing with new grease, bearings in good order. Sure is nice to have brakes that work and don't drag. Wondered why my fuel mileage was going down :crook
Also am replacing left hand taillight. Why do people not install stainless hardward on everything? Took awhile with my dremel with cutting wheel to get old rusty bolts off.
Oh, I made sure to install all bolts and nuts with a coating of Never Sieze, that stuff's a lifesaver!
The weather was mixed cloud and sun over southern Vancouver Island but the winds were calm so I took another absolutely pointless trip around a couple of islands. Just like Thursday I burned a couple of gallons of gas and a little diesel. Just like Thursday I got back in the marina with a big smile on my face.
starcrafttom
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Well I spent the day back in the boat working of the galley again. Today I trimmed the laminate, cut out the holes for the sink and cook top. Installed a new water faucet with a pull out spray head and started on the back splash trim.
I still need to make a drawer. Not sure if I know how so if any one local wants to show me I would love that. After the drawer is done I can start on the faces for the drawer. All of this is way out of my comfort zone but I'm learning a lot.
I still need to make a drawer. Not sure if I know how so if any one local wants to show me I would love that. After the drawer is done I can start on the faces for the drawer. All of this is way out of my comfort zone but I'm learning a lot.
Tom, easiest way to make a drawer without specialized tools (dove tail jig etc) is to think of it as a box with a bottom. Cut your four sides front and back identical, right & left identical. Cut a "dado" along the bottom for the drawer bottom at the same measurement on all four; glue & brad nail three pieces and slide in your bottom before you glue/brad the front. Allow it to set. Don't glue the bottom; you want it to "move"...swell, contract a bit. You can then attach slides on each side and set the drawer in the cabinet. I then screw the front finish piece on from inside using slightly larger holes for final adjustment, that way you can use the front to adjust how it "looks" (square, level, plumb etc). This way even if the drawer box itself is not "perfect" your drawer face can be level etc. A decent table saw is a must and remember 90 degree angles are your friend. :wink:
starcrafttom
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what size wood should I use? I have a lot of 3/4 marine ply left but thinks it's a little to heavy for a drawer. was thinking of going to 1/2inch.
I was also thinking of using slides under the box. the two sides of the cabinet are not square so slides on the sides would bind up. its a design flaw that could not be avoided.
I was also thinking of using slides under the box. the two sides of the cabinet are not square so slides on the sides would bind up. its a design flaw that could not be avoided.