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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Richard,
AIS only show you large ships and you will miss smaller boats not transmitting AIS. A modern radar with high resolution and display at the helm where can set proximity alarms is particularly useful if you are single handling or when you end up in pea soup fog, particularly near shore. AIS does not replace a good radar! I currently have a B&G Zeus that connects to the original autopilot via a B&G AT10 NMIA converter and plots AIS, and Radar signals Jose Ipanema SM2K 278 Constitution Marina Boston.
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: shaft seals
Hi Bill
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I'm still contemplating the arch. Could you please tell us what you learnt from the other side? Nice one
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Yahoo Amel Owners
Michael, Welcome to the group. If you are posting, you have been approved by a moderator. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Mon, Dec 10, 2018, 13:55 'Michael G. Chalos' mgchalos@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@... wrote:
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: shaft seals
It is true that two wider seals will fit, but you will lose the double protection of losing oil that was designed by Amel. You know me...stick with the original design unless it is an emergency, or you have personally cleared your planned change with Captain Amel. And, yes I spoke with the Captain about a solar Arch with the help of a Romanian and a funny looking board. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Yahoo Amel Owners
John Clark
Welcome Michael, I am sure the administrators will have you sorted soon.
On Mon, Dec 10, 2018, 3:55 PM 'Michael G. Chalos' mgchalos@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@... wrote:
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Cable routing 1988 Maramu 46
amelforme
AR stands for arriere/the rear in French. The one up in the forecabin says AV which stands for avant/ before or in front in French.
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Don’t be hard on yourself. Enjoy your Amel. JOEL F. POTTER CRUISING YACHT SPECIALIST LLC THE EXPERIENCED AMEL GUY Office 954-462-5869
On Dec 10, 2018, at 11:50 AM, John Clark john.biohead@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Mark,
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Got it, although you may be crediting me with more naivety than I possess. Cheers, Craig (with a "C". No prob, just don't call me late for dinner.) ---In amelyachtowners@..., <mcerdos@...> wrote : Hi Graig,
I can see how you see that but I was addressing it you. I was asking you not to take the really bad advice from Richard M.
Agreed on running dark and silent off Somalia J
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From: amelyachtowners@...
[mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Monday, December 10, 2018 1:52 PM To: amelyachtowners@... Subject: RE: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Mark, You mistakenly addressed your reply to me - it was Richard M who made the comment about not liking radar. I rather like both AIS and Radar, but always turn off the AIS transmit when coastal cruising in Somalia :-) Cheers, Craig Craig,
Below is really bad advice. Please don’t sail this way. It is irresponsible.
On Cream Puff we run radar at night (even in a full moon) and have a Class A AIS that overlays onto our NobelTec Time Zero Navigation Computer and chart display (of which we have a mirror backup system). The AIS has an alarm and sounds until silenced when any target is within five miles. Any vessel with a 2 mile CPA or less we hail via VHF to ensure we are both aware of each other’s COG and discuss who may alter course if needed to ensure we pass safely. i.e. recently asked a large freighter to adjust 10 degrees to port since we had 40 knot winds and the captain was very accommodating and saved us from having to tack (we were willing to tack, and we had the right of way, but his flexibility was greatly appreciated).
I just cannot imagine sailing with my eyes closed. That is just plain crazy.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From: amelyachtowners@...
[mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Hi Craig, I’ve kept my boat simple. No radar at all. My only chartplotter is
Navionics on my iPad. Navionics cannot display the AIS.. Instead the AIS
displays on Vespers own app. So it isn’t very integrated. (No radar because I
do a lot of single-handed passages, and I see radar as a distraction - I’d
rather spend my limited resources on other watch keeping activities. I’d rather
have AIS than radar.)
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Yahoo Amel Owners
Dear Sirs,
I own a 2016 built Amel 55, hull number 47 called LIBERTÉ. I would like to join your group. Best Regards/Michael G. Chalos
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Re: shaft seals
Hi Bob,
3 each 45 65 8. Or you can use 2 each 45 65 12. All with stainless steel garter springs. Cheers, Craig SN68 ---In amelyachtowners@..., <hodginsbob@...> wrote : Can someone please remind me of the dimensions of the 3 shaft seals that go on the Wear Out Bearing? I am not on the boat, but want to order spares to take back with me. Bob Gallivant Amel 54 #31
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Mark, You mistakenly addressed your reply to me - it was Richard M who made the comment about not liking radar. I rather like both AIS and Radar, but always turn off the AIS transmit when coastal cruising in Somalia :-) Cheers, Craig ---In amelyachtowners@..., <mcerdos@...> wrote : Craig,
Below is really bad advice. Please don’t sail this way. It is irresponsible.
On Cream Puff we run radar at night (even in a full moon) and have a Class A AIS that overlays onto our NobelTec Time Zero Navigation Computer and chart display (of which we have a mirror backup system). The AIS has an alarm and sounds until silenced when any target is within five miles. Any vessel with a 2 mile CPA or less we hail via VHF to ensure we are both aware of each other’s COG and discuss who may alter course if needed to ensure we pass safely. i.e. recently asked a large freighter to adjust 10 degrees to port since we had 40 knot winds and the captain was very accommodating and saved us from having to tack (we were willing to tack, and we had the right of way, but his flexibility was greatly appreciated).
I just cannot imagine sailing with my eyes closed. That is just plain crazy.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From:
amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Hi Craig, I’ve kept my boat simple. No radar at all. My only chartplotter is
Navionics on my iPad. Navionics cannot display the AIS.. Instead the AIS
displays on Vespers own app. So it isn’t very integrated. (No radar because I
do a lot of single-handed passages, and I see radar as a distraction - I’d
rather spend my limited resources on other watch keeping activities. I’d rather
have AIS than radar.)
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Graig,
I can see how you see that but I was addressing it you. I was asking you not to take the really bad advice from Richard M.
Agreed on running dark and silent off Somalia J
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From: amelyachtowners@...
[mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Monday, December 10, 2018 1:52 PM To: amelyachtowners@... Subject: RE: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Mark, You mistakenly addressed your reply to me - it was Richard M who made the comment about not liking radar. I rather like both AIS and Radar, but always turn off the AIS transmit when coastal cruising in Somalia :-) Cheers, Craig Craig,
Below is really bad advice. Please don’t sail this way. It is irresponsible.
On Cream Puff we run radar at night (even in a full moon) and have a Class A AIS that overlays onto our NobelTec Time Zero Navigation Computer and chart display (of which we have a mirror backup system). The AIS has an alarm and sounds until silenced when any target is within five miles. Any vessel with a 2 mile CPA or less we hail via VHF to ensure we are both aware of each other’s COG and discuss who may alter course if needed to ensure we pass safely. i.e. recently asked a large freighter to adjust 10 degrees to port since we had 40 knot winds and the captain was very accommodating and saved us from having to tack (we were willing to tack, and we had the right of way, but his flexibility was greatly appreciated).
I just cannot imagine sailing with my eyes closed. That is just plain crazy.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From: amelyachtowners@...
[mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Hi Craig, I’ve kept my boat simple. No radar at all. My only chartplotter is
Navionics on my iPad. Navionics cannot display the AIS.. Instead the AIS
displays on Vespers own app. So it isn’t very integrated. (No radar because I
do a lot of single-handed passages, and I see radar as a distraction - I’d
rather spend my limited resources on other watch keeping activities. I’d rather
have AIS than radar.)
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Cable routing 1988 Maramu 46
John Clark
Ah Ha! Sorry have to do the "I was right dance"....just a little! ;) Graham, your question is exactly what the forum is for. Amel does things a little different and we have all had those banging your head on an Amel "problem" that really wasn't. After so many years of q and a there is likely an answer to most all question asked. The experience and insight here is staggering. So your breaker has a large. AR on top and the buttons are labeled arretter and Marche, stop and run respectively. I worked for EDF the French power company...you pick up little things. All the best with your Amel, and don't be concerned about asking questions. Regards,. John John Clark SV Annie SM 37 Carriacou
On Mon, Dec 10, 2018, 11:57 AM Graham Cresswell grahamjcresswell@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@... wrote:
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Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Hi Richard,
I guess that's why the make chocolate and vanilla  Cheers, Craig ---In amelyachtowners@..., <middleton@...> wrote : Hi Craig, I’ve kept my boat simple. No radar at all. My only chartplotter is Navionics on my iPad. Navionics cannot display the AIS. Instead the AIS displays on Vespers own app. So it isn’t very integrated. (No radar because I do a lot of single-handed passages, and I see radar as a distraction - I’d rather spend my limited resources on other watch keeping activities. I’d rather have AIS than radar.) Regards Richard M
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Cable routing 1988 Maramu 46
Graham Cresswell <grahamjcresswell@...>
Thank you to everyone who answered this and for the wiring diagram.
I cannot believe how stupid I have been! For some reason for which I can't account, I was convinced that the "AR" circuit breaker in the aft heads was for the air-conditioning system, which we never use. It turns out that it is indeed the circuit breaker for the aft cabin electrics as several of you have said. Needless to say, once it was made, all the lights work again! I'm sorry that I have wasted your time. Kind regards and thanks Graham Jamesby Maramu 46 #240
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shaft seals
hodginsbob@...
Can someone please remind me of the dimensions of the 3 shaft seals that go on the Wear Out Bearing? I am not on the boat, but want to order spares to take back with me. Bob Gallivant Amel 54 #31
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Cable routing 1988 Maramu 46
Graham, I believe that it is not possible to answer your question because Amel made changes to all model boats during each model's production years, and because no person in this group actually knows what previous owners did to your boat. Trust me on the latter. I have been aboard many different models and models with different years of production, going to where I absolutely knew something should be, only to find it either totally missing or replaced with something else. It is risky to compare one Amel model to the same model, especially when they are old enough to have been owned by several owners, some of whom either didn't care, or didn't know how to maintain it. I am sure with patience you will resolve your issue. If not, find a recommended electrician. Best, CW Bill Rouse Admiral, Texas Navy Commander Emeritus Amel School www.amelschool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
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Re: Cable routing 1988 Maramu 46
rossny@mail.com
Yes, there was a breaker on the wall above the head installed by Amel in my 1989 Maramu, mine had an outlet installed with it on the same mounting plate if I remember correctly. The back of the breaker was exposed on my boat in the storage area and may have had the wires disturbed when using the storage bins, it may be a spade connector come loose. Most of the wiring going for to aft was contained in PVC tubing run behind the carpeting, you should see a bump running under the shelf or support against the hull under the hull insulating carpet. There is at least two runs / pipes and individual wires exit at various points for devices on eah side of the boat. Good luck, Ross (still in NY...hi all)
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Rule 5 says :
Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look out by sight and hearing ..... How can you do that if you're not at least in the cockpit, or better, at the helm ? Dangerous not to comply with this rule. Cheers Alan Elyse SM437
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
greatketch@...
Not just BAD advice in practice, but illegal as well.
The ColRegs require you to use "all available means" to avoid collision. If you are on a boat and are involved in any kind of incident and the installed radar was not turned on, you ARE at fault. This is not a theoretical legal issue, but one that every USCG incident investigator knows and understands. Bill Kinney SM160, Harmonie Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Original Autopilot Integration With New Chartplotter
Craig,
Below is really bad advice. Please don’t sail this way. It is irresponsible.
On Cream Puff we run radar at night (even in a full moon) and have a Class A AIS that overlays onto our NobelTec Time Zero Navigation Computer and chart display (of which we have a mirror backup system). The AIS has an alarm and sounds until silenced when any target is within five miles. Any vessel with a 2 mile CPA or less we hail via VHF to ensure we are both aware of each other’s COG and discuss who may alter course if needed to ensure we pass safely. i.e. recently asked a large freighter to adjust 10 degrees to port since we had 40 knot winds and the captain was very accommodating and saved us from having to tack (we were willing to tack, and we had the right of way, but his flexibility was greatly appreciated).
I just cannot imagine sailing with my eyes closed. That is just plain crazy.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Santa Marta, Colombia www.creampuff.us
From:
amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Hi Craig, I’ve kept my boat simple. No radar at all. My only chartplotter is
Navionics on my iPad. Navionics cannot display the AIS.. Instead the AIS
displays on Vespers own app. So it isn’t very integrated. (No radar because I
do a lot of single-handed passages, and I see radar as a distraction - I’d
rather spend my limited resources on other watch keeping activities. I’d rather
have AIS than radar.)
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