I am replacing mine within the next couple of weeks as I replace the entire VHF. Out of curiosity, what causes the VHF coax to fail? With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K

Perhaps some stuff related to weather forecasting and weather services? Chris Parker and Met Bob have always seemed very approachable. I attended a free Chris Parker seminar at the St Pete boat show.

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 From: main@AmelYachtO

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

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

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 t

Scott, Glad to hear you found your issues. Putting a water sensor on the tube is a GREAT idea! With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, Fr

Ryan and Kelly, Not powering up the instruments is an easy fix: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DC-DC-24V-to-12V-Step-Down-20A-240W-Converter-Car-Power-Supply-DC-module-UK/193576430199?hash=item2d120dea77:

Hi Kevin, The power to the radio goes through a 24-12 vdc convertor. In regard to the Fusion stereo: IMO good speakers but overprice radio/receiver (unless you plan to mount it outside). I would sugge

Kent, I think you mentioned in the past you use Growie Insurance and their Jack-line policy. Check with them for offshore medical plans. If I recall correctly they represent IMG. There are many option

Pat, I don’t know the sq ft but, I have always estimated 4 gallons for three coats. Also, I add an extra gallon for extra paint at the water-line and downward about one foot. Total: 5 gallons. With be

Porter, Thanks for that very kind safety net offer. I think I have this figured out. I am going to use a 1-1/2” hose barb and sand down the edges of the barb. I should then be able to warm the hose en

Hi Tom, I am in the process of ordering the part to make the manifold similar to the one Bill showed in Amel-Martinique. My concern is, the impossible to find hose barb is in very tight. If I damage i

I heard back from US Plastics. This fitting is not one they make. Also, not available from Banjo or McMaster. I am at a complete loss for this fitting. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Plastic 1

Thanks Tom. I send them a note seems I can’t find it on their site. I have also check the Banjo catalog and McMaster. Not much luck. With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K

I give up. Where does one buy a plastic 1¼” male pipe thread to a 35mm hose barb? With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesi

Hi Bill, To prove your point. I have never used the seat cover for our Highfield. I really have no use for it and would have preferred it if they took $20 off the price of the dinghy and kept it. I gu

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Hi Bill, Thanks. I do like the manifold made in Martinique. The only thing I would do differently is instead of the 90° elbow at the end, I would have a removable cap to enable access to the main pipe

I am looking for some ideas to redo the sea chest. I am pretty sure the unit I have is not factory since an additional water maker was added by the previous owner. Also, my current unit is polypropyle

Hi Tom, When Amel installs the compressor it is mounted on a piece of wood and fitted to rails. This means it can be slid back out of the way when not needed. The wood the compressor is mounted on can