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Re: Galley sink plug.
It’s a very easy job – less than an hour.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesia www.creampuff.us
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main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io [mailto:main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io] On
Behalf Of michael winand via groups.io
Thanks Mark. I was hoping that the original version would be available. Looks like I may have to change the plugs out. Michael Nebo sm251
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Re: Silicone BT seals
I don’t see how the main seal is pressured by the thruster assembly? Nothing touches it when the bow thruster is in the up position.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesia www.creampuff.us
From:
main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io [mailto:main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io] On
Behalf Of Germain Jean-Pierre
FWIW... my seals are good for years.
My trick is to release the pin whenever we are in a harbour/ anchorage. The pin is in only during offshore passages. Saves the crush on the seals
Jean-Pierre Germain, Eleuthera, SM007, NZ
On 6/11/2020, at 2:33 PM, Mark
Erdos <mcerdos@...> wrote:
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Re: Silicone BT seals
Mike Longcor (SV Trilogy)
JP, I think this is good advice. Especially because it's the foam seals that really keep the water out, not the vertical shaft seal. Do you have a foolproof method to remember to put the pin in place while at sea/underway? That's the only risk I my opinion. Cheers, Mike Longcor SV Trilogy SM23 Opua, NZ
On Fri, Nov 6, 2020, 3:40 PM Germain Jean-Pierre <jp.germain45@...> wrote:
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Re: Silicone BT seals
Germain Jean-Pierre
FWIW... my seals are good for years.
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My trick is to release the pin whenever we are in a harbour/ anchorage. The pin is in only during offshore passages. Saves the crush on the seals Jean-Pierre Germain, Eleuthera, SM007, NZ
On 6/11/2020, at 2:33 PM, Mark Erdos <mcerdos@...> wrote:
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Re: Galley sink plug.
Thanks Mark. I was hoping that the original version would be available.
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Looks like I may have to change the plugs out.
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Re: Galley sink plug.
The sink plugs are somewhat standard. You can remove the drain assembly and replace it with a kit from any local hardware store. I opted for a nice stainless set with stainless mesh filters.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesia www.creampuff.us
From:
main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io [mailto:main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io] On
Behalf Of michael winand via groups.io
Hi, we would like to source some new plugs for the galley sink. These are for a sm2000 with the original sink. I have searched the website and not found any information. I did hear a mention awhile ago that these sinks are still available in the French Islands of the south pacific. We are located in Australia. Thanks Michael and Elaine Nebo sm251.
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Re: Silicone BT seals
To all,
We had constant issues with our bow thruster and a small amount of water coming in. I followed the directions for the service to the letter and for a few months it would be dry. Then, slowly the drips began and over time would slowly get worse. I found myself having to change the seals every 6-months to a year.
I changed Jose’s seals in Galapagos before crossing tp French Polynesia. So far, the area is bone dry! 6 months now.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesia www.creampuff.us
From: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io
[mailto:main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io] On Behalf Of david bruce
Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 7:33 PM To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Subject: [AmelYachtOwners] Silicone BT seals
Hello All,
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Re: Bali Hai
Ian Shepherd
I met with Bali Hai in Malta some years ago. She was a SM owned by John Hollemby, who used to be an active member of this group. The last I heard from John was that the yacht was up for sale, and as that was several years ago, I can only presume that she has new owners. A sad event, and I wonder why they did not heave to being so far
offshore? I had to do this for almost two days off Nova Scotia
whilst the wind blew at over 50 Kts, and my SM dealt with the
situation without fuss and I was able to complete my voyage from
Bermuda to Newfounland. Whatever, we don't yet know the full facts. I hope that Bali Hai is also rescued when the weather subsides. Good luck to all. Ian Shepherd SM2K 414 Crusader
On 05/11/2020 00:10, Mark Garver via
groups.io wrote:
Fellow Amelians,
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Re: Bali Hai
Picture posted by the USCG confirm is a SM so unfortunate!
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On Nov 4, 2020, at 6:54 PM, Aras <aras.grinius@...> wrote:
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Re: Just completed a 2900nm tough passage - two little switches almost ruined my month: Bilge Float Switch and Volvo D3-110C auxiliary stop
Jamie Wendell
Scott and Mia, I am very happy to hear of your safe arrival. As always, your postings have helped us all, and this latest one is no exception.
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Re: Bali Hai
The Bali Hai from MD vis a Santorin sloop. Ric Gottschalk boat.
On Wed, Nov 4, 2020 at 5:57 PM Ruslan Osmonov <rosmonov@...> wrote:
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Aras Grinius
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Re: Bali Hai
From the forum search looks like there is SM319 and SN24 Bali Hai
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Re: Bali Hai
Danny and Yvonne SIMMS
Thanks for this Mark, from the video it seems the sea was very turbulent and they would have been seriously uncomfortable. Sad they had to abandon their boat but only those on board know the full story. Danny SM 299 Ocean Pearl
On 05 November 2020 at 11:10 "Mark Garver via groups.io" <mgarver@...> wrote:
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Re: Bali Hai
Patrick McAneny
Mark, There is another Bali Hai that is a SM , not sure which one it is ,an SN or SM.
Pat SM Shenanigans
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Bali Hai
Fellow Amelians,
I am not sure who the current owners of Bali Hai are, but on Nov. 2 they abandoned her off Cape Hatteras as they were rescued by the US Coast Guard after their engine apparently failed. Here is the article, also the USCG recently posted a Navigation Hazard report and stated the EPIRB is still pinging from the vessel as of this morning 11/4. They state it is a 52’, but as I recall Bali Hai is a Santorin. UPDATE 0800 HRS WEDNESDAY, 04 NOV 2020: The USCG RCC Norfolk advised the EPIRB aboard the S/V BALI HAI is still pinging. As of 1246 Hrs UTC, 04 NOV 2020 the vessel was located in position 36 08.33 N / 071 26.67 W. This vessel should be considered a hazard to navigation and may not have any lights on at night. CAPE HATTERAS, N.C. — The Coast Guard rescued two boaters from their 52-foot sailing vessel approximately 172 miles east of Cape Hatteras, Monday afternoon, 02 NOV 2020. Watchstanders at the Coast Guard's 5th District Command Center received a relayed notification from the International Emergency Response Coordination Center regarding two boaters in distress aboard the sailing vessel Bali Hai. The captain of the sailing vessel initially informed IERCC watchstanders that he had activated his emergency position indicating radio beacon after the vessel's engines had lost power and was concerned about staying aboard due to rough weather and high seas. Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City C-130J Hercules aircraft and MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter aircrews were launched to the scene to assist the crewmembers of the disabled vessel. Once on scene, the Jayhawk aircrew successfully hoisted both boaters from the vessel and safely transported them back to Air Station Elizabeth City. No injuries were reported. I just thought the group would want to know. Godspeed Bali Hai! Mark Garver S/V It’s Good SM #105 Gloucester Point, VA
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Re: Just completed a 2900nm tough passage - two little switches almost ruined my month: Bilge Float Switch and Volvo D3-110C auxiliary stop
Sv Garulfo
All, Scott said: « this switch is not sealed and is in the path of the engine room intake fan » We discussed the orientation of the PVC elbow that blows air into the engine room. On Garulfo (A54-122), it’s pointing to the C drive. On Tengah, it’s pointing to the engine air intake. Maybe it does not matter much but we wonder what the intended orientation is. How does it look on your amel? Thanks Thomas GARULFO A54-122 Moorea
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Re: Hatch door repair
william reynolds
There is another solution to the Hatch Door problem. If you lift the door and cut it off with a Fein tool at 20 inches, the lower section will come right out. Then you square off the cut on a table saw and epoxy thin teak faces on the cuts. Rejoin the two halves with a SS piano hinge (on the inside face) and add a thin gasket between the two halves. The hatch now can be removed for refinishing or repair anytime with no fuss. You simply lift the door 20 inches, pivot the top section forward and remove the door. If additional security is desired, an additional SS backing plate can be installed in the inside of the door. Now the hatch can be removed for painting or repair and replaced at any time. Bill Reynolds. Cloudstreet SM2K 331
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Re: Silicone BT seals
Ross Hickey & Donna Hammond
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Re: Hatch door repair
Slavko Hi,
I replaced my companionway door this August with a brand new made by boat carpenter. There was no problem with lifting the hard dodger and putting it back. You need 1 person to help you with lifting the dodger. Jarek Zemlo S/Y NOA BLUE
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Silicone BT seals
Hello All,
I am ordering 10 pr (min order size) of the silicone BT seals pioneered by Jose Venegas a while back. Although I have not used them myself they are apparently quite effective and I am anxious to install them on Liesse (if I ever manage to see her again). I will have an extra 4 pr at USD 81.00/pr. plus shipping for anyone that would like a pair or two. If you have specific questions about them I would refer you to the archives. Private message me if you are interested. Thanks. Best regards, David Bruce Liesse SN006
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