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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: Refrigeration

« on: August 19, 2014, 07:54:07 PM »

Bill1188:
I'm also looking at Adler Barber.  Couple of questions:  1. Which compressor-evaporator combination did you get?  Did you insulate your icebox first?  Was the price at West lower than the price from Defender?
Appreciate any advise before I spend a couple of boat units.
Dulcinea

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Refrigeration

« on: July 30, 2014, 09:50:51 AM »

I know this has been discussed in the past, but has anyone installed refrigeration on their boat? I'm looking at an Adler Barbour set up and I know that insulation of the box is a good first step to minimize power consumption.  One question I have is does anyone know the ice box capacity in cubic feet?  This sounds like it might be a question for Ed.  The largest compressor capacity seems to be for a 15 cubic foot space.  Just under that is a model for 9 CF.  Appreciate any advice from the group.  Also as to brand, reliability, etc. 

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: June 07, 2014, 09:50:35 AM »

Thanks to all.  Makes sense to use the house batt bank.  I run 300ah on the house bank so should handle the load especially while running the engine.  Now to get it wired up.......

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: June 03, 2014, 12:00:52 PM »

You're right.  Too much time and more than a little expense even AFTER buying the windlass.  I actually have not wired it yet.  That comes next weekend (hopefully).  After studying the wiring diagram on the solenoid and the wired remote switch, it all seems pretty straightforward.  One question, I am under the impression that you can run the windlass off the starting battery while the engine is running. I have a 70 amp alternator.  Would be interested in hearing how others on this list have decided which battery to run it from. 

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: May 30, 2014, 03:44:31 PM »

Additional pics, hopefully.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: May 30, 2014, 03:39:45 PM »

Just an update on my windlass project for what its worth.  Hope I have attached the pics correctly.  I decided on the Lofrans Tigres.  It's overreach in terms of capacity - 12V 1500 watts and draws about 85 amps while operating.  Lofrans says it's for boats yup to 46 feet, so should be more than I'll ever need. You will note that the motor housing extends over the door of the anchor original anchor locker.  After considering several solutions to this, including cutting the door so that it swings open and 5200'ing the forward part or just not using it, I drilled out the hinges and inserted removable pins so that the door could be removed if/when necessary. In looking at it in comparison to the pics of others installations, it's not as clean but this is the windlass I wanted.  The teak pad is 2 inches so the angle of the wrap around the gypsy seems also to be ideal.
Dennis on Dulcinea

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: Volvo Engine Available

« on: April 21, 2014, 08:56:05 AM »

rkfitz:
Call Greg at Precision Marine in New Rochelle.  Tell him you spoke with Dennis Roberts and he can call me if any questions.  He has my number.
Good luck,
Dennis

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Engine and Drive Train / Volvo Engine Available

« on: April 08, 2014, 03:12:57 PM »

Two years ago, I had my boat repowered.  The original Volvo diesel engine had about 2500 hours on it to the best of my recollection.  I ran into the guy who installed the new engine this weekend and he said he still had the old engine and would like to get it out of his shop. Since it was running when I drove the boat up to his dock, he couldn't bear to throw it away.  The only claim I'll make was that it is a complete, engine, in running condition when it was pulled from the boat.  The engine is in New Rochelle, NY. Free.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: February 06, 2014, 03:58:57 PM »

rbtfeld:
Great shots and a good project.  I have received my Lofrans tigres.  I thought I ordered the 1200W model but the 1500W showed up.  Looks like it might interfere with the opening of the original anchor locker if I'm not creative with how it mounts.  More to come on that, but I've been stalled by the endless "named" snow storms in the NY area so haven't been able to get to the boat and too cold to do anything once there.  One question I have, however, is how much chain do you think that locker will hold.  I'm guessing you plan to use a rope/chain combination.  I'm thinking of all chain, maybe 200 feet.  Think it will fit?

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: January 24, 2014, 12:34:24 PM »

rbrtfeld,
the angle of the chain shouldn't be a problem.  May have to put a teak or starboard pad under it to bring it up just a bit, but the center of the chain gypsy is 5 1/2 off the deck and the chain rides slightly above that. I'm thinking 1 1/2 inches max to achieve 90 degrees.  As for the chain locker, I have a skinny 16 year-old who can hold a wrench and fits just fine. Complains a bit too much, tho so I use him for short projects.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: January 22, 2014, 04:19:16 PM »

I've ordered the Lofrans and it's on the way.  I'll put it in place and take a pic of it so you can see the relative placement of it to the roller and chain.  It should be here by middle of next week.  By the way, I ordered this thing from a place called marinewarehouse.net in south Florida.  He was cheaper than Defender on the unit and doesn't charge tax when shipping outside of Florida, so I got the windlass for a little over $300 LESS than I would have paid at Defender.  His price on chain is also $.99 less than Defender on 5/16 G4. On 200 feet of chain that adds up.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: January 22, 2014, 01:47:39 PM »

Also checking out the Lofrans Tigres.  It's a solid unit and is over 11 inches high with the center of the gypsy about 5 1/2 inches so it will only require a slight deck build up, if any at all. 

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: January 20, 2014, 12:46:07 PM »

Good advice.  Getting longer studs is no problem, but extending the shaft could be a long range issue.  May the horizontal is better, just have to extend the studs.  Thanks

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: January 19, 2014, 10:03:37 AM »

Thanks for posting that pic.  I am also about to install a windlass.  After buying the Lewmar H3 horizontal windlass, a bit bulky and hard to fit with the limited deck space on a 323, I exchanged it for a Maxwell 10-8 vertical with gypsy only.  The picture you posted tends to make me feel better about getting the vertical as the installation, even with the pad underneath seems to be a cleaner install.  As information, having handled the Lewmar h3, a product at the top of their offerings, the Maxwell unit appears to be sturdier in weight and build (made in New Zealand) and the electrical parts (switches, circuit breaker)  remind me of the quality Blue Sea Systems stuff.  As for chain, I bought 200 ft of Acco g4.  It gets a bit expensive but this is one of the areas where you can beat Defender's prices.  They have 5/16 G4 at $4.29 while windlasschain.com will sell it for $3.50 but seems to want to sell pre-cut lengths.  Maybe they're an outlet for leftovers from big jobs or from the factory.  Saved me $158.00, though.

As we all know, solid ground tackle is critical to the safety of your boat and til now, I have been guilty of giving it far less attention (and boat dollars) than it deserves.  For me at least at 64 years old, the ability to effortlessly deploy and retrieve a heavy, stout anchor and chain rode makes cruising more pleasurable and will no doubt make us less likely to end up as "marina hoppers". As we go through our individual installs, let's continue to document experiences here.  Would be a big help to me and I'm sure others as well.

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Electrical Systems & Electronics / Re: Wind Generator Recommendations

« on: November 22, 2013, 02:21:30 PM »

Thanks Ed.  According to my research the Air X gets high marks.  Somewhat pricier ($1135 at eMarine systems.com) than some of the others but maybe worth the extra $. The only way to really know is talk to those who have direct experience.  We have a similar problem with wind on the Long Island Sound much of the time, but the wind turbine is good in combination with my solar and alternator as a more complete charging system.